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Three biotechs raise $700M in rare burst of IPO activity

Bio Pharma Dive

The offerings by Bicara, Zenas and MBX give a glimpse into what industry insiders describe as a backlog of mature startups waiting for the right opportunity to test public markets.

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EASD 2024: Innovent shows off mazdutide’s efficacy in diabetes and obesity

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The data from two Phase III trials demonstrated GLP-1/glucagon agonist’s efficacy in reducing blood glucose and weight.

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Prodrugs and patents: Enhancing therapy adherence and reducing side effects 

Pharmaceutical Technology

As the approval date for Bristol Myers Squibb’s schizophrenia drug KarXT looms, a prodrug approach emerges to potentially address dosing challenges.

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Scientists Reveal The Absolute Worst Thickness For a Paper Cut

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(cookiecatagency/Getty Images) It’s happened to the best of us. There you are, minding your own business, sealing envelopes or replacing the printer ream, and tsssss ouch! A freshly minted paper cut, oozing ruby-red human juice, all over the clean white surface.

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

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September 11, 2024: HARMONIE and a New Approach to Commercial Clinical Trials, in This Week’s PCT Grand Rounds

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Professor Saul Faust In this Friday’s PCT Grand Rounds, Saul Faust of the University of Southampton will present “The HARMONIE Trial: Reimagining How to Design and Deliver Contract Commercial Clinical Trials.” The Grand Rounds session will be held on Friday, September 13, 2024, at 1:00 pm eastern. The HARMONIE trial was a pragmatic trial of the effect of nirsevimab on hospitalizations for respiratory syncytial virus–associated lower respiratory tract infection when administered

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After delay, Roche's Tecentriq Hybreza wins first FDA approval for a subcutaneous PD-L1 drug

Fierce Pharma

It’s better late than never for an FDA approval for the first subcutaneous PD-L1 inhibitor, which was doled out to Roche’s Tecentriq Hybreza after manufacturing delays derailed the company's initia | The under-the-skin formulation trims administration time down to seven minutes compared to the 30 to 60 minutes needed for intravenous Tecentriq.

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A Common Sleeping Pill May Reduce Buildup of Alzheimer’s Proteins, Study Finds

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(Tero Vesalainen/iStock/Getty Images) There’s still so much we don’t know about Alzheimer’s disease, but the link between poor sleep and worsening disease is one that researchers are exploring with gusto.

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Apple AirPods get FDA okay for use as OTC hearing aids

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It's known that excessive use of earbuds at high volumes can cause hearing loss, so somewhat ironic that the FDA has just authorised software that can turn Apple AirPods into hearing aids.The green light is for Hearing Aid Feature (HAF), an app compatible with Apple's AirPods Pro earbuds that amplifies sounds and can be used for people aged 18 and over with perceived mild to moderate hearing impairment.

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With another phase 3 win, Gilead races toward 2025 launch for long-acting PrEP drug

Fierce Pharma

Gilead Sciences is no stranger to making history in HIV. | In a study of more than 3,000 participants, Gilead's twice-yearly lenacapavir delivered a 96% reduction in HIV infections compared with background HIV incidence.

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Gene therapy startup emerges with green light for first-of-its-kind trial

Bio Pharma Dive

Spun out of research at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Vironexis claims it will be the first company to start a study testing a cancer drug delivered via the adeno-associated viruses commonly used in genetic medicines.

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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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Teva agrees to pay Baltimore City $80m for fuelling opioid epidemic

Pharmaceutical Technology

Baltimore opted out of a national settlement last year, instead pursuing its own claim against the opioid manufacturer.

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Ophthalmologists eye gene therapies for vision-threatening conditions as NGS facilitates precision diagnosis

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The convergence of gene therapies and clinical research is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in ophthalmic care, offering hope for more effective treatments and potential cures for a range of vision-threatening conditions.

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Novel drug reduces neuronal death in neurodegenerative disease

Drug Discovery World

New research has shown that Ellorarxine, a novel drug compound developed by biotech Nevrargenics, provides a robust neuroprotective effect and reduces neuronal death in cell models of neurodegenerative disease. The peer reviewed study published in Frontiers in Neuroscience was conducted by academics at Aberdeen and Durham Universities in the UK. Based on the results, the company has secured approval from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to run a human study in the

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ESMO: AZ, Daiichi build case for Enhertu in breast cancer patients with brain metastases

Fierce Pharma

Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZeneca are padding the case for their antibody-drug conjugate Enhertu with new data demonstrating the medicine’s worth in patients whose cancer has spread to the b | To bolster Enhertu's case in HER2-positive breast cancer, AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo have rolled out positive data for the antibody-drug conjugate in patients who have brain metastases.

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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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Subcutaneous Tecentriq gets FDA OK; Gilead shot succeeds in second HIV trial

Bio Pharma Dive

Roche has now beat Merck and Bristol Myers to market with its under-the-skin immunotherapy. Elsewhere, Sanofi bought into radiopharmaceuticals and Mene Pangalos joined Biogen's board.

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KOS-1803 by Bristol-Myers Squibb for Solid Tumor: Likelihood of Approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

KOS-1803 is under clinical development by Bristol-Myers Squibb and currently in Phase I for Solid Tumor.

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HPV Linked to Disturbing Changes in Human Sperm, Scientists Find

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(Derek Berwin/Getty Images) TThe human papillomavirus (HPV) is responsible for the vast majority of cervical cancer cases, but this isn’t a sexually transmitted infection that just one half of the population needs to worry about.

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Lilly ramps up Irish manufacturing investment by $1bn

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Eli Lilly has added $1 billion to its investment plan for a new manufacturing facility in Ireland that will be used to produce its Alzheimer's therapy donanemab.The facility at a business park in Raheen, Limerick, was first announced in 2022 and this is the second time that Lilly has opted to double its investment in the site, taking the total above $2 billion and reinforcing the company's close ties to Ireland's pharma manufacturing sector.

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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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Roche doubles down with another subcutaneous FDA nod, this one for MS star Ocrevus

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When Roche's Genentech gained approval for Ocrevus in 2017, the first-in- | The day after Roche gained an FDA approval for its subcutaneous version of cancer drug Tecentriq, the company also scored with a U.S. nod for its under-the-skin formulation of mega-blockbuster multiple sclerosis drug Ocrevus. The approval gives patients a more convenient injected way to receive Ocrevus as opposed to the infused formulation.

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Moderna, trailing rivals, checks its RSV shot expectations

Bio Pharma Dive

During an investor presentation Thursday, executives admitted to being overly optimistic their vaccine could wrest significant market share away from GSK's and Pfizer's products this year.

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PRV-3279 by Sanofi for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Likelihood of Approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

PRV-3279 is under clinical development by Sanofi and currently in Phase II for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

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Scientists Destroy 99% of Cancer Cells in Lab With Vibrating Molecules

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

Illustration of a cancer cell. (Science Photo Library/Canva Pro) Scientists have discovered a remarkable way to destroy cancer cells. Stimulating aminocyanine molecules with near-infrared light caused them to vibrate in sync, enough to break apart the membranes of cancer cells. [link] Aminocyanine molecules are already used in bioimaging as synthetic dyes.

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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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Starmer says no extra NHS funding without big reforms

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Keir Starmer has promised the biggest 'reimagining' of the NHS in its history but said there will be no more funding without sweeping reforms

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Akeso, Summit's PD-1 bispecific crushes Merck's Keytruda in study, signaling potential new standard in lung cancer

Fierce Pharma

The Keytruda-beating data from Akeso and Summit’s ivonescimab that oncology industry watchers had been awaiting are here. | The Keytruda-beating data from Akeso and Summit’s ivonescimab that oncology industry watchers had been awaiting are here. The China-only data are impressive, signaling the PD-1/VEGF bispecific antibody’s potential as a new standard of care in non-small cell lung cancer.

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Investors are waking up to Centessa’s sleepiness drug

Bio Pharma Dive

A small, early study produced what one analyst called “highly compelling” results that lifted the company’s shares by as much as 15% Tuesday.

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EASD 2024: Are tetra-agonists the future of metabolic diseases treatment?

Pharmaceutical Technology

EASD 2024 participants are looking for the hottest efficacy data to make predictions on the next trend in the metabolic space.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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Type 2 Diabetes Drug Linked to 35% Lower Dementia Risk in Patients

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

(nomadsoulphotos/Canva) A Korean study published recently suggests people with type 2 diabetes who are prescribed a particular class of drug might be at a significantly lower risk of dementia.

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Meet MILTON, AZ's AI that can predict 1,000+ diseases

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A machine-learning tool developed by AstraZeneca and trained on UK Biobank data, called MILTON, can predict over 1,000 diseases, before diagnosis

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After BIOSECURE Act passes in House, targeted Chinese companies say they're 'deeply' concerned

Fierce Pharma

After much anticipation and concern, the BIOSECURE Act—which would prevent U.S. companies from working with certain Chinese biotech service providers—has passed a key threshold. | Late Monday, the U.S. House of Representatives voted 306-81 in favor of the BIOSECURE Act, which was introduced in January and seeks to halt federal contracts with five named Chinese life-sci companies: WuXi AppTec, WuXi Biologics, BGI Group, MGI and Complete Genomics.

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BridgeBio trims gene therapy budget after seeing data on adrenal gland medicine

Bio Pharma Dive

Data from an early trial of the therapy fell short of the company’s “threshold to warrant additional capital investment,” an executive said.

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The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials

This new white paper defines and details the impact of Decentralized Clinical Trials on the Pharmaceutical industry and how the impact can be measured along with steps companies can take to ensure adoption.