10 clinical trials to watch in the second half of 2023
Bio Pharma Dive
JUNE 27, 2023
A Duchenne gene therapy faces a crucial test, while highly anticipated study results are expected in lung cancer, obesity and heart disease.
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Vertex and Lonza to establish T1D cell therapy manufacturing facility
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
Vertex and Lonza have entered a partnership to establish a facility in Portsmouth, US, to manufacture cell therapies for type 1 diabetes.
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Pfizer’s hemophilia B gene therapy inches closer to regulatory approval
Bio Pharma Dive
JUNE 27, 2023
The treatment could become Pfizer’s first marketed gene therapy, an area the pharma has poured significant resources into in recent years.
Pfizer takes on haemophilia B gene therapy market with new FDA application
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
The FDA has accepted a biologics license application (BLA) for Pfizer's fidanacogene elaparvovec to treat adults with haemophilia B.
A Daily Multivitamin May Help Your Memory, But Only if You’re in This Age Group
AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog
JUNE 27, 2023
Research Checks interrogate newly published studies and how they’re reported in the media. The analysis is undertaken by one or more academics not involved with the study, and reviewed by another, to make sure it’s accurate. Don’t we all want to do what we can to reduce the impact of age-related decline on our memory?
Rystiggo receives FDA approval, strengthening UCB’s myasthenia gravis portfolio
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
UCB's Rystiggo has been granted FDA approval to treat myasthenia gravis in anti-AchR or anti-MuSK antibody-positive adults.
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GSK obtains approval in Japan for shingles vaccine
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
The Japanese MHLW has granted approval for a renewed indication of GSK's shingles (herpes zoster) vaccine, Shingrix.
Nkarta data adds to doubts facing ‘off-the-shelf’ cell therapies
Bio Pharma Dive
JUNE 27, 2023
Though a newer regimen being tested showed promise in patients with acute myeloid leukemia, earlier remissions haven’t held up as well as the company had hoped.
ICMR soon to begin research on ambulatory care for NCDs in public health care systems in India
AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog
JUNE 27, 2023
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has invited Expression of Interest (EOI) for Implementation Research Study on Ambulatory Care for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in Public Health Care Systems in India.
Lilly sets ‘high bar’ with new obesity drug data
Bio Pharma Dive
JUNE 27, 2023
The company’s triple-acting drug retatrutide helped Phase 2 study participants lose a quarter of their body weight, more than what’s been observed in testing of other medicines.
The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials
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Inflation reduction act boosts biologic drug venture financing over small molecules
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
In August 2022, the US Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which allows Medicare to negotiate lower prescription drug prices.
Getting the Right Evidence to Decision-Makers Faster: NIH-Hosted Workshop (June 2023)
Rethinking Clinical Trials
JUNE 27, 2023
Getting the Right Evidence to Decision-Makers Faster: Insights From the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory June 20-21, 2023: This two-day workshop explores the critical cycle of evidence generation to decision by health system leaders to implement the findings of pragmatic clinical trials (PCTs) conducted within health care systems. Workshop Agenda Workshop Summary Videocast Recording: Day 1 Videocast Recording: Day 2 Agenda & Slides Day 1: June 20, 2023 Welcome and Introduction Wendy Weber,
Tonix to acquire Upsher-Smith’s migraine products
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
Tonix Pharmaceuticals and Tonix Medicines have signed an agreement for the acquisition of Upsher-Smith Laboratories’ two migraine products.
June 27, 2023: Reflections on Health Equity in the Pragmatic Trials Landscape From the Annual Steering Committee Meeting
Rethinking Clinical Trials
JUNE 27, 2023
Anne Trontell and Ana Quiñones A focus of the 2023 NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory Annual Steering Committee Meeting was health equity in embedded pragmatic clinical trials (ePCTs). In an interview during the meeting, Drs. Anne Trontell and Ana Quiñones reflected on health equity in the ePCT landscape. Trontell, who is the associate director for comparative clinical effectiveness research at the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), said that health equity is a key component o
Unlocking Excellence: How Catalent Is Transforming Japan’s Clinical Research
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Lisata shares pipeline update of anticancer lead candidate drug
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
Lisata aims to finish enrolment of its Phase II trial in solid tumours by the end of 2024, with plans for a further study later this year.
AbbVie's Imbruvica-Brukinsa patent suit may have merit, and BeiGene will likely settle: expert
Fierce Pharma
JUNE 27, 2023
AbbVie recently filed a patent infring | AbbVie recently filed a patent infringement lawsuit against BeiGene over their blockbuster BTK franchises. Although the litigation was launched right after a patent’s issuance, AbbVie may actually have a case here, according to one expert.
EMA CHMP issues positive opinion for AstraZeneca’s Soliris
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
The EMA CHMP has issued a positive opinion recommending marketing authorisation for expanded use of AstraZeneca’s Soliris (eculizumab).
UCB finally gets a win with the FDA, scoring approval for myasthenia gravis drug Rystiggo
Fierce Pharma
JUNE 27, 2023
This has been a second straight year of regulatory struggles in the United States for UCB with one of the those issues revolving around the FDA needing additional time to
The New Age of Decentralized Clinical Trials
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EC approves BMS’ Camzyos for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
The European Commission has approved Bristol Myers Squibb’s Camzyos to treat symptomatic obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Shionogi acquires QPex to harness antimicrobial pipeline
Outsourcing Pharma
JUNE 27, 2023
The Japanese company Shionogi has taken over the US biotech Qpex Biopharma for up to $140 million in a bid to expand its pipeline of antimicrobial drugs and boost its R&D muscle in infectious disease.
Wane in Covid demand hurts Walgreens as profits drop to $118m
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 27, 2023
Walgreens Boots Alliance readjusted its 2023 outlook amidst mixed fiscal Q3 results.
DocGo Explains How On-Demand Urgent Care Can Help Payers Reduce Costs
XTalks
JUNE 27, 2023
The emergence of on-demand urgent care services has been a game changer in the healthcare industry. With the advent of new technology and changing consumer preferences, patients can now access urgent care services on their terms and at their convenience. On-demand urgent care provides patients with a quick and efficient way to receive medical attention for non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries, without the need for an appointment or a lengthy wait in a crowded emergency room (ER).
Roles and Responsibilities of Specialized Clinical Supply Experts
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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.
'World-first' anti-fibrotic inhibitor to treat IPF continues to gain traction
Outsourcing Pharma
JUNE 27, 2023
The worldâs first anti-fibrotic small molecule inhibitor, discovered and designed by generative artificial intelligence (AI) has completed the first patient dose in a phase 2 clinical trial.
Are You Ready for GA4? Enhancements for Measuring Engagement
Intouch Solutions
JUNE 27, 2023
Every marketer wants to better understand their customer’s journey, but consumer privacy and security has been a looming and increasing concern over the last few years. In October 2020 , Google introduced Google Analytics 4 (GA4) as its next data model to keep up with these changes while safeguarding privacy. However, marketers could still utilize standard Universal Analytics to process data.
Positive results for Evgen’s rhabdomyosarcoma therapy
Pharma Times
JUNE 27, 2023
Update on radiosensitising impact of SFX-01 when treating common soft tissue sarcoma condition - News - PharmaTimes
Food Fraud: Urgent Measures Needed to Safeguard Global Food Supply
XTalks
JUNE 27, 2023
As global events, including the conflict in Ukraine, continue to intensify and impact the food supply chain, the imperative to combat food fraud becomes even more critical. With the recent Kakhovka dam burst flooding vast agricultural lands in Ukraine, a significant global impact on food supply is anticipated. Last year, wheat prices soared to unprecedented heights, and although they have since decreased, Ukraine, being the world’s sixth-largest wheat exporter, is projected to produce less
How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency
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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.
DIA 2023: Cal Collins Discusses SMART on FHIR and Supply Chains
Pharmaceutical Commerce
JUNE 27, 2023
In an interview at the DIA Global Annual Meeting with Pharma Commerce Editor, Nicholas Saraceno, Cal Collins, CEO of OpenClinica discusses impacting the broader supply chain.
MinervaX reveals completion of vaccine trial enrolment
Pharma Times
JUNE 27, 2023
The company is seeking to address the worldwide impact of group B streptococcus in older adults - News - PharmaTimes
Regeneron's high-dose Eylea hit with surprise FDA rejection over manufacturing hiccups
Fierce Pharma
JUNE 27, 2023
Despite Regeneron’s impressive high-dose Eylea data, its high-stakes launch is delayed thanks to an unexpected FDA rejection. | In a surprise decision, the FDA issued powerhouse Eylea's high-dose version a complete response letter. But the company said it has nothing to do with the drug's efficacy or safety.
Bayer’s BlueRock Reports Positive Early Data for Parkinson’s Stem Cell Therapy
BioSpace
JUNE 27, 2023
While early, the Phase I study results for 12 patients represent a promising return on Bayer’s investment in BlueRock, which it launched with Versant Ventures in 2016 and fully acquired three years later.
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