Fri.Jan 10, 2025

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Patrizia Cavazzoni, key FDA official, to leave agency

Bio Pharma Dive

The director of the FDA's main drug review office will exit on Jan. 18, according to an email sent to staff. Her departure is one of several announced by high-ranking FDA leaders ahead of the coming administration change.

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FDA CDER director Patrizia Cavazzoni announces resignation

Pharmaceutical Technology

Following a string of FDA resignations, Patrizia Cavazzoni has announced that her last day will be 18 January.

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FDA Clears New Module for Anterion Eye Imaging Platform

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The FDA has granted clearance to Heidelberg Engineerings Epithelial Thickness Module (ETM) integrated into the companys Cornea App, which is a part of the Anterion ocular imaging platform. The new module is expected to enhance precision in corneal health assessment, offering ophthalmologists a robust tool for more comprehensive and accurate evaluation of the corneal epithelium.

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Intellia to stop work on rare disease therapy, lay off staff

Bio Pharma Dive

The CRISPR gene editing company will reduce its workforce by 27% over the course of the year as it discontinues a treatment for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency.

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How to Turn “Check-the-Box” Compliance Trainings Into Real Learning

Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group

Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.

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Zhengye Biotechnology IPO Expands Veterinary Vaccine Innovation

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Zhengye Biotechnology Holding Limited, a China-based veterinary vaccine manufacturer, closed its initial public offering (IPO) on January 8, 2025, raising $6 million. Specializing in vaccines for livestock such as swine, cattle, dogs and poultry, Zhengye has been a key player in Chinas veterinary vaccine market for over 20 years and began trading on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol “ZYBT.” Current Share Price: The veterinary vaccines market is expected to exceed $16 billion by 2030

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Ouro, backed by GSK, joins hunt to bring bispecifics to autoimmune disease

Bio Pharma Dive

“Practice of medicine could fundamentally change with these types of therapies,” said CEO Jaideep Dudani, of T cell engagers now being tested in inflammatory conditions.

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Pfizer’s PD-1 drug succeeds; AbbVie writes down $3.5B in Cerevel assets

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Sasanlimab, a subcutaneous immunotherapy developed by Pfizer, could help treat bladder cancer. Elsewhere, Royalty Pharma moved to simplify its corporate structure and Biogen made another hire.

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Alzheimer’s total prevalent cases to reach 22.51 million in 8MM in 2033

Pharmaceutical Technology

GlobalData analysis suggests that China will lead with the highest number of prevalent cases of Alzheimers disease in 2033.

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Red light linked to lowered risk of blood clots

Medical Xpress

Humans and mice exposed to long-wavelength red light had lower rates of blood clots that can cause heart attacks, lung damage and strokes, according to research led by University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and UPMC surgeon-scientists and published today in the Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis.

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Climb Bio enters licensing deal with Mabworks for CLYM116 development

Pharmaceutical Technology

Climb Bio has entered an exclusive licence agreement with Beijing Mabworks Biotech for developing and commercialising CLYM116.

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Clinical Research White Paper – Enhancing Transparency & Efficiency Throughout the Trial Lifecycle

Enhancing Transparency & Efficiency Throughout the Trial Lifecycle for AI Readiness

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Ouro makes debut with $120m for autoimmune disease TCEs

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Ouro launches today with $120m in funding and a plan to develop bispecific antibody-based T cell engagers for autoimmune diseases.

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Coave Therapeutics raises $33m in funding to advance ALIGATER platform

Pharmaceutical Technology

Coave has raised 32m ($33m) in a Series A financing round for advancing its Advanced Vectors-Ligand Conjugates (ALIGATER) platform.

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Clinical trial highlights promising new treatment for intestinal worms

Medical Xpress

A new tablet combining albendazole and ivermectin is safe and more effective than albendazole alone in treating Trichuris trichiura and other soil-transmitted helminths (STH), according to a clinical trial conducted by the STOP consortium and led by the Barcelona Institute of Global Health (ISGlobal).

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A2 Biotherapeutics raises $80m to advance CAR-T therapies for solid tumours

Pharmaceutical Technology

A2 Biotherapeutics has secured $80m in funding to advance its pipeline of CAR-T cell therapies for solid tumour cancers.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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'Explant' technique predicts a tumor's responsiveness to breast cancer treatment

Medical Xpress

Cancer researchers at the University of Leicester have developed a technique that could predict how well some breast cancer patients will respond to chemotherapy and antibody-directed cancer treatments.

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Newron and Myung In Pharm sign agreement for evenamide development

Pharmaceutical Technology

Newron and Myung In Pharm have signed a licence agreement for evenamide, for schizophrenia treatment in South Korea.

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Algorithm spots common sleep disorder linked to dementia

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An AI algorithm can help detect REM sleep behaviour disorder, which affects millions of people and is a warning signal for neurological diseases.

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How many children use TikTok against the rules? Most, study finds

Medical Xpress

As the U.S. Supreme Court considers whether Congress can ban TikTok, new research highlights the health risks that top social media platforms pose to children.

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White Paper - A Roadmap to AI Data Readiness in R&D Labs

Download this comprehensive guide to AI and ML in the R&D Laboratory Setting.

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CRISPR biotech Intellia cuts staff as it eyes 2027 launch

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Eyeing a first commercial launch in 2027, Intellia is re-prioritising by cutting 27% of its workforce and shelving a lung disease candidate.

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AI analysis reveals four long COVID patient subgroups and needs

Medical Xpress

Across the United States, no hospital is the same. Equipment, staffing, technical capabilities, and patient populations can all differ. So, while the profiles developed for people with common conditions may seem universal, the reality is that there are nuances that require individual attention, both in the make-up of the patients being seen and the situations of the hospitals providing their care.

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How will SearchGPT impact pharma and healthcare?

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Discover how the AI tool SearchGPT is revolutionising the pharma and healthcare industries, providing advanced search capabilities and insights for professionals in medical research and practice.

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New study suggests hearing loss may be early indicator of Parkinson's

Medical Xpress

There may be a link between hearing impairment and an increased risk of developing Parkinson's according to research led by Lancaster University.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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Health literacy matters: 3 ways to improve patient understanding

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Improving health literacy is essential for patient understanding and better health outcomes. Learn three effective ways to enhance health literacy and empower patients.

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Study reveals cost differences between Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare patients in cancer drugs

Medical Xpress

A new study examining the use of high-cost drugs among patients with colorectal cancer and non-small cell lung cancer found those insured through Medicare Advantage received less expensive cancer drugs compared to others on Traditional Medicare.

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JP Morgan Week 2025

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Stay tuned for live coverage of JP Morgan Week 2025 provided by pharmaphorum. Get the latest insights and updates on this important event in the pharmaceutical industry.

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A battle of rafts: How molecular dynamics in CAR T cells explain their cancer-killing behavior

Medical Xpress

A study published in Science Advances shares new insights into how two of the most common types of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells kill cancer.

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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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World's largest proteomics trial launched by UK Biobank

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A major population proteomics study using UK Biobank patient samples backed by 14 pharma companies has launched today.

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Why new precision oncology treatments benefit patients of some ancestries more than others

Medical Xpress

Nearly half of all new cancer drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) over the past quarter-century have received that approval based on their ability to target genetic changes driving tumor growth.

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Novo Nordisk, Valo Health Grow Partnership Centered Around Cardiometabolic Disease Therapies

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The collaboration is powered by the discovery and development of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease treatments.

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Antibody discovery may lead to a cure for age-related lung diseases

Medical Xpress

Research led by Brock University has found a possible cure for lung diseases typically found in older adults, such as pulmonary fibrosis. The findings are published in the journal Aging Cell.

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