Tue.Aug 15, 2023

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Radiopharmaceuticals for cancer: Making radiation precise

Bio Pharma Dive

More than a dozen startups have joined a few publicly traded biotechs and larger pharmaceutical firms in what’s become one of the most competitive areas in drug research.

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9 Ways Worldwide Optimizes Clinical Development for Your Biotech Growth Journey

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Selecting the right CRO to partner with on your development program is a pivotal decision that can shape the trajectory of your product’s development. At Worldwide, we understand the significance of this collaboration and are dedicated to becoming an extension of your team, providing personalized clinical development solutions that align with your corporate objectives and milestones.

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Gilead allies with targeted drug startup Tentarix in latest research bet

Bio Pharma Dive

San Diego-based Tentarix will receive $66 million in cash and equity from Gilead, which holds an option to acquire up to three of the company’s subsidiaries.

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Researchers publish early results with new interleukin-targeting antibody

Pharmaceutical Technology

The biologic was able to halt disease progression in rheumatoid arthritis with the same effectiveness as gold-standard treatment Remicade.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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FDA lifts hold on Arcellx’s Gilead-partnered cancer cell therapy

Bio Pharma Dive

The agency had paused testing after a patient death, but is now permitting more types of bridging treatment to help keep participants’ disease at bay.

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We Just Got An Unprecedented Look At The Details of Cell Division

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

By replacing fluorescent molecules in an existing imaging process with ones that instead scatter light, researchers have revealed a whole new level of dazzling details within our living cells. The innovative tweak will allow scientists to directly observe molecular behavior over a much longer period, opening a window onto pivotal biological processes like cell division.

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vWD Market Growth Driven by the Increasing Use of Recombinant vWF

Pharmaceutical Technology

According to GlobalData’s recent von Willebrand Disease (vWD): Opportunity Analysis and Forecast report, the vWD market is expected to see significant growth during the 2022–32 forecast period

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NIMHANS to focus on training human resources to boost competence in clinical psychology

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) is accelerating its pace of human resources training to provide the much-needed convenient care. The institute sees the need to build a pool of clinical psychologists to widen the scope of therapy access. India a few years ago accounted for 1.

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Signal: UnitedHealth’s Amedisys acquisition under further DOJ scrutiny

Pharmaceutical Technology

The $3.3bn deal is paused until 30 days after 'significant compliance' with DOJ's request, with concerns it may be blocked.

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Vaxxinity Alzheimer’s treatment shows promising results in early trial

BioPharma Reporter

Vaxxinity has announced the publication of its phase 2 clinical trial data for UB-311, stating that the treatment was safe, well-tolerated and demonstrated a trend for slowing cognitive decline in mild Alzheimer's disease (AD).

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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

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Sandoz plans to enter the Eylea biosimilar race

Pharmaceutical Technology

Sandoz is planning to file for regulatory approval in the US and EU for its Eylea (aflibercept) biosimilar in the next few months.

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Top 8 American Foods Banned in Other Countries

XTalks

In a nation where the majority of store-bought food contain incomprehensible ingredients and employ labeling tactics designed to confuse consumers, understanding the nature of our snacks and meals can often prove difficult. Evidently, other countries recognize that certain ingredients simply have no place within the food and beverage world. Preservatives and additives serve as routine ingredients for manufacturers, extending the shelf-life of food products.

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FDA approves Delcath’s liver-directed therapy for metastatic uveal melanoma

Pharmaceutical Technology

The Hepzato Kit delivers melphalan chemotherapy directly to the liver and will launch in the last quarter of 2023.

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Unsuccessful Regulatory Filings for Biosimilar Approval: A Comprehensive Review

Drug Patent Watch

A recent paper in Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy studies failed fillings for biosimilar drugs. Over the past three decades, biotherapeutics have revolutionized healthcare by providing effective treatments for complex diseases… The post Unsuccessful Regulatory Filings for Biosimilar Approval: A Comprehensive Review appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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

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Thermo Fisher completes $912.5m acquisition of CorEvitas

Pharmaceutical Technology

Thermo Fisher completes the acquisition of CorEvitas following a drop in Q2 2023 revenues compared to 2022.

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Obesity, diabetes drugs push Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly to top of pharma's growth pack in Q2

Fierce Pharma

As the coronavirus surged and subsided, several biopharma companies experienced exaggerated revenue spikes and troughs. | Thanks to sales of their metabolism drugs, Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly posted the biopharma industry’s largest revenue gains in the second quarter—by far. Meanwhile, only six of the industry’s top 20 firms experienced revenue decreases, with Pfizer's sales dropping a whopping 54%.

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How to develop a flexible packaging approach for introducing new drugs to market efficiently

Pharmaceutical Technology

A deep understanding of regional differences in regulations and marketing is critical for global launches.

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Calliditas Therapeutics advances kidney disease drug, meeting primary endpoint in study

Outsourcing Pharma

Calliditas Therapeutics ABâs phase 3 study looking at a cure for a kidney disease called IgA nephropathy (IgAN) has met its primary endpoint and the full data has been published in The Lancet.

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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.

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Stada in 'exploratory talks' about possible sale, CEO says, but nothing is certain

Fierce Pharma

Speculation that Stada Arzneimittel may be looking for a buyout has largely been confirmed after the company’s CEO said as much in a recent German-language news story. | Responding to recent acquisition rumors, Stada Arzneimittel's CEO Peter Goldschmidt told the German Press Agency, “Whether and when STADA might be sold is solely the decision of our owners; Bain Capital and Cinven.

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Sosei and Cancer Research UK announce first patient dosed with oral immunotherapy drug

Outsourcing Pharma

The first patient has been dosed with an orally available small molecule cancer immunotherapy drug, Sosei Group Corporation and Cancer Research UK have announced.

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Evgen releases data from SFX-01 trial

Pharma Times

The study is specifically analysing the company’s new enteric coated tablet formation of the drug - News - PharmaTimes

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Fluree and Vitality Technet partner to shorten timelines in drug discovery

Outsourcing Pharma

A partnership between technology company Fluree and Vitality TechNet is a âgroundbreaking effortâ to shorten timelines within the drug discovery process.

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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.

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Surprising Data on Employer-PBM Rebate Pass-Through Arrangements in 2023

Drug Channels

Hi, Barbie! The likelihood of major national legislation over the pharmacy benefit management (PBM) industry has never been greater. A serious effort exists to require greater transparency into PBMs’ activities and mandate full pass-through of rebates to plan sponsors. Today, I review some surprising new data on a crucial aspect of the drug channel: how employer-sponsored health plans access the billions of dollars in manufacturer rebates that are negotiated by their PBMs.

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Stada CEO Confirms Buyout Rumors, Sale Could Potentially Fetch $11B

BioSpace

Amid strong performance in the first half of 2023, Stada Arzneimittel’s private equity owners are considering a potential sale, though there are still no definite plans, according to CEO Peter Goldschmidt.

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How Biogen outbid a rival 'large-cap' pharma to claim Reata for $7.3B

Fierce Pharma

Biogen’s $7.3 billion buyout of Skyclarys-maker Reata Pharmaceuticals surprised some industry watchers last month. | Biogen’s $7.3 billion buyout of Skyclarys-maker Reata Pharmaceuticals surprised some industry watchers last month. But it turns out Biogen wasn’t the only drugmaker jockeying for the Texas-based rare disease outfit, a new securities filing shows.

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Seagen Touts Phase III Data for Breast Cancer Combo Therapy

BioSpace

The clinical trial testing Seagen’s tyrosine kinase inhibitor Tukysa, in combination with Genentech’s Kadcyla, met the primary endpoint of progression-free survival in HER-2 breast cancer patients.

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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.

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Report: Hospitals Mark Up Medication Prices by 500%

Pharmaceutical Commerce

Analysis requested by PhRMA indicates that these facilities charge anywhere from two to seven times what they originally paid.

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Persistence pays for Delcath as cancer treatment Hepzato Kit finally scores FDA nod

Fierce Pharma

Almost a decade after Delcath suffered an FDA rejection for its drug/device combo, the company has crossed | Almost a decade after Delcath suffered an FDA rejection for its drug/device combo, the company has crossed the regulatory finish line in the U.S.

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Calliditas reveals results from vital NefIgArd study

Pharma Times

The study concerns the use of Nefecon among adult patients with primary IgA nephropathy - News - PharmaTimes

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Bluebird’s Lovo-Cel Gene Therapy for SCD Will Not Face FDA Adcomm

BioSpace

The regulator informed bluebird bio that it will not convene an advisory committee meeting to discuss the company’s application for the gene therapy being developed for sickle cell disease.

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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.