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Vertex signs licence deal with CRISPR Therapeutics for diabetes therapies

Pharmaceutical Technology

The gene-editing technology allows for precise, directed changes to genomic DNA. It edits genes by precisely cutting DNA, then allowing natural DNA repair processes to take over. The system comprises the Cas9 enzyme and a guide RNA.

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The challenges and trends of cell & gene therapies 

Drug Discovery World

However, whilst these comments largely reflect a positive outlook for investment in the industry, financing in Q1 of 2022 largely remained level with the backend of last year, hovering just over $500 million according to American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy’s (ASGCT) – Gene, Cell, & RNA Therapy Landscape Q1 report. .

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Lilly Delivers Strong Second-Quarter 2021 Financial Results, Updates 2021 Financial Guidance

The Pharma Data

The trial compared tirzepatide to insulin glargine in adults with type 2 diabetes and increased cardiovascular risk. The company and MiNA Therapeutics Limited announced a global research collaboration to develop novel drug candidates using MiNA’s proprietary small activating RNA (saRNA) technology platform. 22% Humalog ®(a) 607.6

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Top 30 Pharma and Biotech Companies in 2023: Statistics and Trends

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It is a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor that keeps insulin levels stable and reduces the amount of glucose produced by the body. 5) Toujeo (insulin glargine) Toujeo is very similar to Lantus in that both are insulin glargine, except Toujeo is more concentrated. Merck’s total global revenue from Lagevrio was $5.68 billion ($8.72

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Which Arthritis Painkiller Works the Fastest?

The Pharma Data

Stimulates DNA and RNA synthesis. Jonathan was in his late 40s and came into my pharmacy to pick up his insulin for his diabetes, when he told me about his father. Increases your energy levels by increasing ATP production. Activates and speeds up the lymphatic system. Reduces painful symptoms associated with arthritis.