XTalks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

After approvals in Japan and Europe, Sanofi’s Xenpozyme has secured one from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of non-central nervous system (non-CNS) manifestations of acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (ASMD) in adult and pediatric patients. Patients in the trial received Xenpozyme or placebo for 52 weeks.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first gene therapies for the treatment of sickle cell disease, approving two on the same day. The landmark approvals were awarded to bluebird bio’s Lyfgenia (lovo-cel) and Vertex Pharmaceuticals and CRISPR Therapeutics’ jointly developed Casgevy (exa-cel).

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The disorder usually develops in infancy or early childhood but can also appear in adulthood, including during pregnancy, in some cases. Today, we are proud to further support the rare disease community by delivering Adzynma as the first FDA-approved therapeutic option for people with cTTP.”

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XTalks

APRIL 11, 2024

After backing from the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Oncologic Drugs Advisory Committee (ODAC) last month, Johnson and Johnson (J&J) and Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) scored FDA approvals for the use of their B-cell maturation antigen (BCMA)-targeting CAR T-cell therapies as earlier line treatment options for multiple myeloma.

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XTalks

MARCH 10, 2023

But with Skyclarys (omaveloxolone), the first and only drug to treat Friedreich’s ataxia in patients aged 16 years and older, Reata Pharmaceuticals has developed a new treatment option to improve neurological function. This US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved drug was also awarded a rare pediatric disease priority review voucher.

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World of DTC Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2022

Venture capitalists have poured $42 billion into drug development over the past three years. Most small biotech companies rely on venture capitalist funding to develop new drugs but is that a good way to go? billion, which was much lower than previous studies, which have placed the average cost of drug development as $2.8

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XTalks

MARCH 21, 2023

Related: Gene Therapy Clinical Trials for Rare Diseases: 5 Key Takeaways from FDA’s Recent Town Hall Rett syndrome is typically caused by a genetic mutation on the MECP2 gene. Significant development regression associated with the disease occurs after a period of normal development from six to 18 months of age.

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XTalks

JUNE 16, 2023

Foundation Medicine recently announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved FoundationOne Liquid CDx to serve as a companion diagnostic for identifying metastatic colorectal cancer patients with BRAF V600E alterations, suitable for treatment with Pfizer’s Braftovi (encorafenib) with cetuximab.

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XTalks

MAY 17, 2023

The Bespoke Gene Therapy Consortium was jointly launched by the NIH and US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2021 to help address common issues that gene therapy developers face. It included formulating a standardized therapeutic development model that would help accelerate clinical trial processes for new treatments.

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XTalks

MAY 31, 2022

The precise cause of psoriasis is unknown, but risk factors include genetics and a family history of the condition, heavy alcohol consumption, stress, smoking and dry or cold weather. Psoriasis is considered a life-long ailment with no permanent cure. Current treatment methods of psoriasis include topical therapy (e.g.,

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XTalks

JUNE 29, 2022

The new FDA approval gives Breyanzi (lisocabtagene maraleucel) the broadest patient eligibility of any CAR T-cell therapy in relapsed or refractory LBCL. The Development Technique of B reyanzi (lisocabtagene maraleucel). Product logo and product image courtesy of Bristol Myers Squibb.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As we step into 2024, the life sciences continue to evolve at an unprecedented pace, driven by technological innovation, a deeper understanding of human biology and the application of new technologies in areas like drug development and health wearables.

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XTalks

MAY 26, 2023

Krystal Biotech’s Vyjuvek has been awarded US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval to make it the first topical gene therapy for the treatment of wounds in patients with the rare, often debilitating skin disease dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB). As a topical treatment, it is also the first readily redosable gene therapy.

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XTalks

MARCH 28, 2024

Colorectal Cancer: Advances in Treatment Options In recent years, there has been considerable progress in understanding the biology of CRC, which has helped develop more effective and personalized treatment options. An overview of some of the most promising developments in CRC treatment is provided below.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Global entities such as the WHO, the Global Fund and the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) have developed comprehensive strategies aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target 3.3, This marked the first FDA-approved injectable, complete regimen for HIV-infected adults, administered once a month.

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XTalks

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Life science podcasts have emerged as an invaluable tool for building connections with audiences in the digital era. Furthermore, we’ll explore the unique advertising opportunities that this platform offers, positioning brands at the forefront of the life science industry. The result?

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Drug Discovery World

APRIL 27, 2023

The report notes that the focus on science and pharma throughout the Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in the emergence of new locations as life science hubs and name checks Boston, Massachusetts and San Francisco, California as examples of centres with heightened investment appeal in the life sciences 1.

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XTalks

JANUARY 26, 2024

Key breakthroughs at the forefront include novel approaches to cancer treatment and diagnosis, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in oncology and the development of advanced preventive measures and care. Overcoming drug resistance: A major challenge in cancer treatment is the development of resistance to chemotherapy drugs.

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XTalks

MAY 12, 2023

Rett syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that predominantly affects girls and leads to severe physical and cognitive impairments. The MeCP2 protein plays a crucial role in regulating the activity of genes involved in brain development. Daybue (trofinetide) is the first and only FDA-approved drug for Rett syndrome.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 28, 2023

BillionToOne, a company specializing in molecular diagnostics, has partnered with Janssen Research & Development, LLC, a Johnson & Johnson division, to conduct the AZALEA Phase III clinical trial globally. Such precise detection is crucial for accurately pinpointing patients most susceptible to developing severe HDFN.

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XTalks

MAY 1, 2023

Last week, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval to Biogen’s Qalsody (tofersen) for the treatment of adult patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) associated with a mutation in the superoxide dismutase 1 ( SOD1 ) gene. The recommended dosage of Qalsody is 100 mg (15 mL) per administration.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Epilepsy has diverse etiologies, which are categorized into structural, genetic, infectious, metabolic, immune and unknown causes. Ztalmy marks the first FDA-approved treatment specifically designed for CDD and operates as a neuroactive steroid, acting as a positive allosteric modulator of the GABA A receptor.

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XTalks

AUGUST 15, 2023

struck a worldwide collaboration (excluding Japan) and license agreement with niraparib developer Tesaro (acquired by GSK in 2019) for exclusive rights to the drug in prostate cancer. Lynparza received FDA approval in May 2020 for mCRPC in patients with homologous recombinational repair ( HRR ) gene mutations.

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XTalks

AUGUST 21, 2023

The FDA also issued a Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher (PRV) to Ipsen that can be used for subsequent drug applications that would not qualify for a priority review. The FDA approval of Sohonos is a breakthrough for the US FOP community,” said Howard Mayer, head of R&D at Ipsen, in the company’s news release.

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XTalks

APRIL 21, 2023

.” Cerner Enviza is a healthcare company headquartered in New York that specializes in life sciences data analysis and research. John Snow Labs is an American AI and NLP leader providing software, models and data consulting services for healthcare and life sciences industries.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

DECEMBER 22, 2022

The company has partnered with life sciences-focused investors Sixth Street and Royalty Pharma with an aim to bring substantial non-dilutive, low-cost capital to boost innovation and growth. billion to expedite research and development (R&D) for infectious diseases in lower-income countries.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval to Genentech’s Lunsumio (mosunetuzumab) for adult patients with relapsed or refractory (R/R) follicular lymphoma (FL) who have undergone two or more lines of systemic therapy. Why is the approval of Lunsumio a significant milestone for Genentech and Roche?

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Are Most Rare Diseases Genetic? While 72 percent of rare diseases are genetic, not all are. Rare genetic diseases can be caused by either somatic or germline genetic changes. In 2020, the FDA approved 32 orphan drugs. In the US, 25 to 30 million Americans, or one in ten, are living with a rare disease.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of oncology therapeutics, understanding the trends and performances of leading drugs is crucial for stakeholders across the healthcare and life sciences sectors. Imbruvica (Ibrutinib) Imbruvica 2022 sales: $8.352 billion Company/Developer: Pharmacyclics LLC, an AbbVie company and Janssen Biotech, Inc.,

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XTalks

MARCH 25, 2021

Xtalks is proud to announce the launch of the Xtalks Life Science podcast. Subscribe to the Xtalks Life Science Podcast to never miss a new episode. Fresh Conversations About Life Science Topics. She focuses on news relating to the food industry and writes blogs on recruitment and HR in the life sciences.

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XTalks

JUNE 28, 2023

The approval is restricted to ambulatory patients within this narrow age range due to uncertainty around its effectiveness in older children, which Sarepta hopes to clarify in a confirmatory trial. DMD is a rare genetic disorder that leads to progressive muscle degeneration and weakness.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

On November 14, the Canadian developer PharmaTher announced positive data from a Phase I/II study where ketamine was used to treat levodopa-induced dyskinesia in Parkinson’s disease. In 1970, the FDA approved ketamine as an anesthetic. The company now plans to move this approach into a Phase III trial.

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MARCH 6, 2024

This includes discussions on cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in brain research, such as neuroimaging, genetic engineering and artificial intelligence. On the other, the development of smaller, portable MRI machines is favored for their ease and convenience.

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XTalks

JUNE 30, 2023

It’s been a big week for cell and gene therapy approvals in the US, including a much-awaited approval for one to treat hemophilia A, the most common form of hemophilia. The approval came after a couple of setbacks, including a rejection in 2020 and a delay earlier this year.

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XTalks

DECEMBER 22, 2021

If the past year is anything to go by, then 2022 will also be a year marked by continued innovations in the life sciences. The development and widespread adoption of new technologies is key to revolutionizing the way we diagnose, prevent, treat and manage disease. They can be developed and adapted quickly.

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XTalks

AUGUST 17, 2020

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) patients with a mutation in exon 53 of the dystrophin gene now have a second approved treatment option, and Xtalks spoke with Sharon Hesterlee, PhD, Muscular Dystrophy Association executive vice president and chief research officer, to learn more.

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AUGUST 6, 2020

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of an oral cannabidiol (CBD) solution called Epidiolex for the treatment of seizures associated with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) in patients aged one year and older. Epidiolex is the only FDA-approved formulation that contains CBD derived from the cannabis plant.

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