Sun.Aug 30, 2020

article thumbnail

Bionano Genomics Acquisition Adds a CLIA-Certified Lab to its Novel Technology Platform

BioSpace

When Bionano Genomics acquired Lineagen, Inc. in August, the genomic analysis company gained the final piece it needed to provide comprehensive structural variation detection for researchers and drug developers and a reimbursement pathway for clinicians who want to use its technology to replace c.

Genome 133
article thumbnail

Growing demand for zero-deforestation cacao might not help Colombian forests

Scienmag

Cacao in Colombia is not a major driver of deforestation — yet; new research shows cacao stakeholders have to overcome barriers to reach markets that value zero-deforestation, complicating one of Colombia’s post-conflict strategies Credit: Neil Palmer / International Center for Tropical Agriculture When Brazil refused soy grown on deforested land in the Amazon, the movement […].

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Vir Bio and GSK Join the Race for a COVID-19 Monoclonal Antibody Therapy

BioSpace

Vir Biotechnology and GlaxoSmithKline dosed the first patient last week in a Phase II/III clinical trial of VIR-7831, a fully human monoclonal antibody against COVID-19.

Antibody 129
article thumbnail

Large study finds no link between blood pressure medication and cancer

Scienmag

Sophia Antipolis, France – 31 Aug 2020: There is no evidence that blood pressure lowering drugs increase the risk of cancer, according to the most extensive study conducted on the topic. The late breaking research is presented today at ESC Congress 2020.1 “Our results should reassure the public about the safety of antihypertensive drugs with […].

Drugs 66
article thumbnail

Unlocking Excellence: How Catalent Is Transforming Japan’s Clinical Research

Planning on running clinical trials in Japan? How can you reliably supply these studies? Discover Catalent’s clinical supply packaging facility in Shiga, Japan. Strategically located between Tokyo and Osaka, and one of largest in Japan, this 6,000 square meter facility offers comprehensive services including primary and secondary clinical packaging and labelling, comparator sourcing, cold chain storage, local and global distribution, local language support and white glove service to support stud

article thumbnail

Former FDA Commissioner Questions Hahn’s COVID-19 Vaccine Fast-Track Statement

BioSpace

On Sunday, U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Stephen Hahn told the Financial Times that he would potentially fast-track a COVID-19 vaccine before clinical trials are done if it was “appropriate.

article thumbnail

Cell Phone Activity in Categories of Places and Associations With Growth in Cases of COVID-19 in the US

JAMA Internal Medicine

This cohort study examines the association between cell phone location and the rate of change in new COVID-19 cases by county across the US.

75

More Trending

article thumbnail

Intelligent software tackles plant cell jigsaw puzzle

Scienmag

Credit: Kreshuk group/EMBL and Hamprecht lab/HCI Heidelberg University Imagine working on a jigsaw puzzle with so many pieces that even the edges seem indistinguishable from others at the puzzle’s centre. The solution seems nearly impossible. And, to make matters worse, this puzzle is in a futuristic setting where the pieces are not only numerous, but […].

52
article thumbnail

Clinical Catch-Up: August 24-28

BioSpace

As August wraps up, there were still clinical trial announcements, although fewer than earlier this summer. Here’s a look.

article thumbnail

Why are there differing preferences for suffixes and prefixes across languages?

Scienmag

Credit: APS Linguistic researchers use an extensive body of research on English and other Western languages to make broad assumptions about trends in human language, including an apparent universal preference for suffixes (e.g., less, able, ment) over prefixes (e.g., fore, anti, trans). Since psychological scientists recognize the powerful link between language and cognition, a tendency […].

article thumbnail

Nestlé Snaps Up Outstanding Shares of Aimmune for $2.6 Billion

BioSpace

Jayson Dallas, president and chief executive officer of Aimmune, said the agreement with Nestlé recognizes the value of Aimmune’s longtime commitment to advancing therapies for food allergies.

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

The Suffocating State of Physician Workforce Diversity

JAMA Internal Medicine

This essay discusses the need for more diversity in the physician workforce to benefit patients and society.

75
article thumbnail

AstraZeneca's Farxiga Hits Mark in Phase III Chronic Kidney Disease Trial

BioSpace

AstraZeneca’s Farxiga (dapagliflozin) dramatically prolonged survival in patients with chronic kidney disease in a Phase III clinical trial.

Trials 97
article thumbnail

FARXIGA Demonstrated Unprecedented Reduction in the Risk of Kidney Failure and Cardiovascular or Renal Death in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in the Phase III DAPA-CKD Trial

BioTech 365

FARXIGA is the first medicine to significantly prolong survival in a renal outcomes trial in patients with chronic kidney disease with and without type 2 diabetes WILMINGTON, Del.

Trials 52
article thumbnail

Akcea Skyrockets Following Ionis' Acquisition of All Outstanding Shares

BioSpace

Shares of Akcea Therapeutics were up more than 58% in premarket trading after its majority owner Ionis Pharmaceuticals announced it will acquire all outstanding shares of the company, which amounts to about 24% of available stock for $18.50 per share.

75
article thumbnail

Roles and Responsibilities of Specialized Clinical Supply Experts

When selecting a clinical supply provider, consideration often focuses upon the manufacturing, packaging, storage and distribution capabilities available that will, at face-value, be sufficient to meet the needs of the sponsor and their trial. However, there are human-based and knowledge-driven factors that are often overlooked that go beyond these basic physical capabilities and are integral to the development and delivery of high performing clinical supply chains.

article thumbnail

Study provides hope for young women after heart attack

Scienmag

Sophia Antipolis, France – 30 Aug 2020: Premenopausal women have good long-term outcomes after a heart attack, according to late breaking research presented today at ESC Congress 2020.1 “Previous research has shown that women are more likely to die after a heart attack than men,” said principal investigator Professor Diego Ardissino of Parma University Hospital, […].

article thumbnail

Biopharma Update on the Novel Coronavirus: August 31

BioSpace

Please check out the biopharma industry coronavirus (COVID-19) stories that are trending for August 31, 2020.

84
article thumbnail

Ventura Cannabis (VCAN) Announces Agreement to Sell California Manufacturing and Distribution Licenses

BioTech 365

Not for distribution to United States newswire services or for dissemination in the United States. All figures in Canadian dollars unless otherwise specified. LOS ANGELES, Aug. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ventura Cannabis and Wellness Corp.

article thumbnail

Junshi Biosciences Announces Financial Results for Six Months Ended June 30, 2020 and Provides Corporate Updates

BioTech 365

— Supplemental NDAs for Toripalimab filed— Expanding into infectious disease and collaborating with IMCAS and Lilly for COVID-19 neutralizing antibodies— Dual Listing on the STAR Market SHANGHAI, China, Aug.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Eppendorf Research Plus Variable Volume Single-channel Pipette 0.5-5ml

BioTech 365

AU $325.00End Date: Friday Sep-4-2020 21:47:46 ESTBuy It Now for only: AU $325.00Buy It Now | Add to watch list Biotech365 : Eppendorf Research Plus Variable Volume Single-channel Pipette 0.

article thumbnail

Eppendorf Research Single Channel Adjustable Volume 1000

BioTech 365

EUR 60,00 (0 Offerte)Scadenza: lunedì ago-31-2020 19:38:36 CESTFai un’offerta | Aggiungi all’elenco degli oggetti che osservi Biotech365 : Eppendorf Research Single Channel Adjustable Volume 1000 BioMarketplace You want to propose your products or a Biotech Company, a Biotech Tool or … Continue reading →

article thumbnail

NIB SHIMADZU 228-33843-91 FLOW CELL ASSEMBLY, RF-10AXL, 2283384391

BioTech 365

CHF 813,69Angebotsende: Mittwoch Sep-30-2020 0:17:23 CESTSofort-Kaufen für nur: CHF 813,69Sofort-Kaufen | Zur Liste der beobachteten Artikel hinzufügen Biotech365 : NIB SHIMADZU 228-33843-91 FLOW CELL ASSEMBLY, RF-10AXL, 2283384391 BioMarketplace You want to propose your products or a Biotech Company, a Biotech … Continue reading →

article thumbnail

Set of 4 High Quality Glass Filters for Biological Microscope 30mm or 32mm BNC

BioTech 365

CHF 14,45Angebotsende: Montag Sep-21-2020 16:15:57 CESTSofort-Kaufen für nur: CHF 14,45Sofort-Kaufen | Zur Liste der beobachteten Artikel hinzufügen Biotech365 : Set of 4 High Quality Glass Filters for Biological Microscope 30mm or 32mm BNC BioMarketplace You want to propose your products … Continue reading →

article thumbnail

Accelerating Clinical Supply Through Integrated Drug Development

As the development pipeline for new drugs continues to grow, biopharmaceutical companies are re-evaluating how to best manage and balance resources across an increasing number of development projects and complex clinical trials. There are two approaches that can be used to speed a drug from development to clinic faster: timeline compression and parallel processing, but only one that considers the benefits of integrating clinical supply into the overall drug development process.

article thumbnail

Novartis new analysis shows high consistency in lowering LDL-C in individual response with investigational inclisiran

BioTech 365

Pooled data from Phase III ORION-10 and -11 showed highly consistent efficacy, tolerability and safety profile over 17 months on twice-yearly subcutaneous dosing in 2,300 patients (of which 1,164 were on inclisiran) 1 New post-hoc analysis demonstrates 99% of patients … Continue reading →

40
article thumbnail

Agilent 34401A Digital Multimeter 6½ digit resolution

BioTech 365

EUR 350,00Scadenza: martedì set-29-2020 18:28:20 CESTCompralo Subito per soli: EUR 350,00Compralo Subito | Aggiungi all’elenco degli oggetti che osservi Biotech365 : Agilent 34401A Digital Multimeter 6½ digit resolution BioMarketplace You want to propose your products or a Biotech Company, a … Continue reading →

article thumbnail

2020 Black 3.5X-45X Simul-Focal Trinocular Microscope Zoom Stereo Microscope

BioTech 365

257,70 EURFecha de finalización: martes sep-29-2020 16:02:08 CESTCómpralo ya por sólo: 257,70 EUR¡Cómpralo ya! | Añadir a lista de seguimiento Biotech365 : 2020 Black 3.

article thumbnail

Shimadzu LC 20 Prominence HPLC System CTO-20AC, FRC-10A, SPD-20A, LC-20AD,

BioTech 365

31.764,49 EURDate de fin: jeudi sept.-24-2020 20:01:27 CESTAchat immédiat pour seulement: 31.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Thermo Dionex ESA 584 HPLC Pump Shimadzu LC-20AD Chromatography

BioTech 365

2.235,28 EURDate de fin: mardi sept.-8-2020 16:34:12 CESTAchat immédiat pour seulement: 2.

article thumbnail

PERKINELMER XQ1372SF NSMP

BioTech 365

CHF 1.359,77Angebotsende: Sonntag Sep-6-2020 22:30:50 CESTSofort-Kaufen für nur: CHF 1.

article thumbnail

Qiagen Bio Robot EZ1 DNA Purifier 

BioTech 365

$250.00End Date: Wednesday Sep-30-2020 5:57:21 PDTBuy It Now for only: $250.

DNA 40
article thumbnail

Sarstedt Centrifuge with Rotor LC 24, LC-24, LC24 115 V

BioTech 365

$179.99End Date: Sunday Sep-27-2020 13:20:34 PDTBuy It Now for only: $179.

article thumbnail

The New Clinical Trial Supply Chain: Resilient, Flexible, and Patient-Centric

The global landscape of clinical trials is rapidly changing as studies become more complex. An increasing number of sponsors are seeking enhanced flexibility in their supply chains to address a variety of clinical supply challenges, including patient demand and reducing delays. Demand-led supply and direct-to-patient distribution are next-generation solutions that are helping to meet these growing needs, allowing for more streamlined processes and patient-centric studies.