March, 2025

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March 12, 2025: In This Week’s PCT Grand Rounds, Spillover as a Potential Source of Bias in Pragmatic Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Sean Mann In this Friday’s PCT Grand Rounds, Sean Mann of RAND will present “Spillover Due to Constraints on Care Delivery: A Potential Source of Bias in Pragmatic Clinical Trials.” The Grand Rounds session will be held on Friday, March 14, 2025, at 1:00 pm eastern. Mann is a senior policy analyst at RAND. Join the online meeting. The post March 12, 2025: In This Week’s PCT Grand Rounds, Spillover as a Potential Source of Bias in Pragmatic Trials appeared first on Rethink

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Duchenne patient dies after receiving Sarepta gene therapy

Bio Pharma Dive

A young man treated with Elevidys died of acute liver failure. The case may give doctors pause before prescribing the treatment in the future, some analysts wrote.

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Calcium channel inhibition promotes cardiac regeneration, offering hope for heart failure treatment

Medical Xpress

Researchers report a discovery in cardiac regeneration that offers new hope for the treatment of ischemic heart failure. Published in npj Regenerative Medicine, the study reveals a novel approach to promoting cardiomyocyte proliferation. The researchers are from the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, the QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute in Brisbane, Australia, and collaborating institutions.

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AstraZeneca and Alteogen agree on ALT-B4 platform tech

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZeneca has entered an exclusive licence agreement with Alteogen involving the latters ALT-B4 platform technology.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Panel recommends programme for uniform high standard drug regulation nationwide

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

A Parliamentary Panel has recommended implementation of a comprehensive, nationwide and phased Medicines Regulatory Maturity Enhancement Programme on the lines of World Health Organisation’s (WHO) vaccine benchmarking process to ensure a consistently high standard of drug regulation across the country.

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CagriSema, Novo Nordisk’s Latest Obesity Drug Offering, Disappoints Investors with Trial Results

XTalks

Novo Nordisks investigational obesity combination drug, CagriSema (a fixed dose combination of cagrilintide 2.4 mg and semaglutide 2.4 mg), underperformed in its latest clinical trial, leading to a dip in the companys share price. In response to the trial outcomes, Novos shares declined by approximately 8% this week. Novo shared the latest data from the Phase III REDEFINE 2 trial evaluating the drug in overweight or obese patients with type 2 diabetes.

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Merck opens $1B vaccine plant in North Carolina

Bio Pharma Dive

Unveiling of the new factory comes as Merck and other pharma companies face pressure to reshore manufacturing back to the U.S.

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New Publication Shares Insights on Decentralized Clinical Trial Elements in Cancer Trials During the COVID-19 Pandemic

CTTI (Clinical Trials Transformation Initiative)

A new publication from the FDA Oncology Center of Excellence (OCE) and the Clinical Trials Transformation Initiative (CTTI), published in the Clinical Cancer Research journal, provides important insights into how decentralized clinical trial (DCT) elements were used in cancer trials leading to FDA approval during the COVID-19 pandemic. DCT elementssuch as remote monitoring, telemedicine, and home delivery of investigational products were widely used in cancer trials to maintain patient safety an

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Unsafe and unregulated cell therapies being sold in Europe

Pharmaceutical Technology

The EMA warns of products being sold as dendritic cell therapies with little evidence, but high health risks, in the European Union.

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Do Ice Baths Really Work? Here’s What The Science Says

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Do ice baths live up to the hype? (Diana Light/Unsplash) Ice baths have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Fitness enthusiasts and casual exercisers around the world are embracing this trend that was once reserved for elite athletes. Ice baths (also known as “cold water immersion“) are exactly what they sound like.

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Optimizing Clinical Supply Strategy: Navigating Challenges & Finding Your Ideal Model

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Tack Endovascular System Recall: Philips Responds to Arterial Repair Issues

XTalks

Philips has initiated a recall and discontinued the distribution of its Tack endovascular system after reports surfaced that users experienced challenges during procedures. The FDA classified this recall as the most serious type of recall (Class I), urging healthcare facilities to immediately halt use of the product. Designed to treat blood vessel dissection a condition that can occur when arteries are widened during angioplasty (a procedure that uses a balloon or stent to open narrowed arterie

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March 4, 2025: PRIM-ER Team Develops Innovative Statistical Techniques for Stepped-Wedge Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Researchers with PRIM-ER, an NIH Collaboratory Trial, published 2 innovative statistical techniques for evaluating intervention effects in stepped-wedge, cluster randomized trials. The new models, which use Bayesian methods, outperformed traditional analytic methods and other Bayesian approaches in simulations and real-world applications. The article was published online in Statistics in Medicine.

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MeiraGTx spins Parkinson’s, obesity gene therapies into AI startup

Bio Pharma Dive

The joint venture with generative AI firm Hologen hands MeiraGTx $200 million up front as well as other financial perks — a “transformative” deal, according to the company’s CEO.

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Down syndrome case challenges Alzheimer's assumptions with unexpected cognitive stability

Medical Xpress

Studies reveal that people with Down syndrome (DS) have over a 90% lifetime risk of developing dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease (AD) as they age. Research from the University of Pittsburgh's Swanson School of Engineering aims could uncover why some people with DS develop dementia while others do not providing insight that could ultimately benefit the entire DS community.

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The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials

White paper that delves into the complex topic of Decentralized Clinical Trials and how to master them within the confines of FDA Regulations

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AstraZeneca director says AI must be a “thought partner” in drug discovery

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZenecas senior director in oncology data science outlined how the company uses AI for drug discovery at a recent talk.

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Wholemeal or Wholegrain? An Expert Explains How to Choose Your Bread.

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(Laura Leyshon/Getty Images) If you head to the shops to buy bread, you’ll face a variety of different options. But it can be hard to work out the difference between all the types on sale. For instance, you might have a vague idea that wholemeal or wholegrain bread is healthy. But what’s the difference?

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Sarepta’s Gene Therapy Elevidys Under Scrutiny After Patient Death

XTalks

A 16-year-old patient died after treatment with Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec), Sarepta Therapeutics gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The patient suffered acute liver failure several months after receiving the therapy in December. Liver injury is a known risk with Elevidys and other gene therapies that use adeno-associated viral (AAV) vectors.

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March 10, 2025: Developing Monitoring Plans Warrants Special Attention in Pragmatic Clinical Trials

Rethinking Clinical Trials

In an article published online ahead of print , leaders from the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory share lessons learned about the importance of independent oversight by a safety office or data and safety monitoring board in pragmatic clinical trials, even for trials deemed to have minimal risk. Challenges specific to pragmatic trials include: complexity, quality, and timing of a real-world data pipeline, especially in trials with many heterogeneous sites embedding of interventions in clinical

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How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency

Clinical trial data management is increasingly challenging as studies grow in complexity. Quickly accessing and analyzing study data is vital for assessing trial progress and patient safety. In this paper, we explore real-time data access and analysis for proactive study management. We investigate using adverse event (AE) data to monitor safety and discuss a clinical analytics platform that supports collaboration and data review workflows.

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Alnylam drug gets long-awaited FDA approval in deadly heart disease

Bio Pharma Dive

Amvuttra’s clearance in a rare form of cardiomyopathy could help Alnylam turn a regular profit — if it can wrest control of a competitive and fast-changing market.

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Real-time DNA analysis during neurosurgery offers personalized brain tumor treatment

Medical Xpress

A team of researchers at the University Medical Center Schleswig-Holstein (UKSH), Kiel Campus, the Kiel University, and the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics, Berlin, have developed an innovative method for real-time molecular genetic classification of brain tumors during surgery. This approach combines DNA methylation analysis with advanced machine learning technologies to provide detailed information about the tumor type during surgery.

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AstraZeneca and Ionis win EU approval for ATTR polyneuropathy

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZeneca and Ionis are intensifying their competition with Alnylam by securing an EU approval for Wainzua.

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Just 5 Days of Junk Food Can Trigger Obesity’s Hold on Your Brain

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

After a long, stressful day at work, or when pressed for time, the temptation to have a quick, satisfying snack like crisps or a chocolate bar can be strong.

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What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research

Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist

What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.

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Ready or Not, it’s Time to Take AI in Clinical Research Seriously

ACRP blog

Consumers of popular culture in the 1960s and 1970s preferred their artificial intelligence (AI) to come with overtones of danger, if not outright world domination, judging by small- and large-screen science fiction artifacts ranging from episodes of the original Star Trek series to movies like 2001: A Space Odyssey and Colossus: The Forbin Project.

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March 20, 2025: iPATH Team Explores Integration of Artificial Intelligence Into Analysis of Qualitative Data

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Dr. Sara Singer, principal investigator for iPATH Researchers from iPATH, an NIH Collaboratory Trial, described key considerations for integrating artificial intelligence tools into analyses of qualitative data. The report was posted this month on the AcademyHealth Blog. The iPATH trial, led by principal investigator Sara Singer at Stanford University, will test the implementation of a practice transformation strategy for type 2 diabetes in federally qualified health centers in California, Massa

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Delayed CDC meeting on vaccines is rescheduled to April

Bio Pharma Dive

A panel of CDC advisers, who had been set to meet in February, will discuss the current measles outbreak as well as guidelines for several types of shots.

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Advanced Biomed IPO Raises $6.56M Towards Liquid Biopsy Testing

XTalks

On March 7, 2025, Advanced Biomed Inc. raised $6.56 million in its IPO and began trading on Nasdaq under the ticker ADVB. The biotech firm, which develops semiconductor-based microfluidic technology for early cancer detection, issued 1.64 million shares at $4 each, with an option to purchase an additional 246,000 shares within 45 days. Current Share Price: Established in 2014, Advanced Biomed has developed a proprietary microfluidic platform that functions as a compact laboratory on a chip.

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2022 Research: The Rapid Rise of Ocean Freight Visibility

A research study conducted by The Journal of Commerce and FourKites surveyed hundreds of international shippers, exploring how their usage of global supply chain visibility technology has evolved since the onset of global disruptions caused by COVID-19. For international shippers, ocean freight visibility has evolved from optional to essential and satisfaction with visibility varies greatly depending on how it is obtained and delivered.

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Using artificial intelligence to enhance regenerative medicine

Pharmaceutical Technology

As the field of regenerative medicine continues to advance, the incorporation of AI is playing a transformative role in the pharmaceutical industry.

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ICMR to establish Centre for Advanced Research in Aging to explore India-specific biomarkers

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is working to set up a Centre for Advanced Research in Aging, marking a significant move in India’s efforts to address the challenges of aging and age-related diseases.

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Velocity Appoints Craig Koch to Lead European Expansion, Reinforcing Commitment to the Region

Velocity Clinical Research

Craig Koch has been appointed as Velocitys new Executive Vice President, Europe, to spearhead the next phase of growth across the region. His appointment underscores the companys long-term commitment to Europe. Previously serving as EVP, Global Head of Sales, Craig has been with Velocity since 2019. He is now relocating to Europe to provide hands-on leadership as Velocity scales its integrated site network model across the continent.

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Grand Rounds March 14, 2025: Spillover Due to Constraints on Care Delivery: A Potential Source of Bias in Pragmatic Clinical Trials (Sean Mann)

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Speaker Sean Mann Senior Policy Analyst RAND Corporation Slides Keywords Development Economics; Spillover; Bias; Pragmatic Clinical Trials Key Points Individually randomized, parallel-group embedded pragmatic trials randomly assign patients to a new healthcare intervention or to a control group that receives some form of usual care.

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An Innovative & Creative Problem Solver Approach to Selling in the Medical Device Space

Speaker: Steve Goldstein, Sales Leader

Are you currently in sales, or involved in a business that depends on strong sales results? What about the extremely competitive world of medical device sales? What are some of the top challenges your customers face and how do you approach understanding what’s most important to them? Join Steve Goldstein, Sales Success Coach, Motivational Speaker and Medical Device Sales Leader from Gold Selling LLC., to discover critical strategies and approaches you can take to engage your customers, achieve g