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Biogen, facing pressure on all sides, sells stake in biosimilars business

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The biotech will sell the roughly 50% stake it holds in a biosimilars joint venture to Samsung Biologics for as much as $2.3 billion — cash that analysts expect the drugmaker to invest in M&A.

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Labnovation’s COVID-19 ART Test Kit Approved by the FDA of the Philippines for Self-Testing

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Singapore, Asia’s integrated healthcare company, Clearbridge Health Limite is pleased to announce that Labnovation Technologies, Inc.’s (“Labnovation”) COVID-19 Antigen Rapid (“ART”) Test Kit, which is imported by Clearbridge and registered for use in the Philippines, has been recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) of the Philippines for self-testing.

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Regeneron, Sanofi are latest to withdraw a cancer drug application

Bio Pharma Dive

The partners pulled their request after disagreeing with the FDA on post-approval studies for their immunotherapy Libtayo in cervical cancer. Incyte made a similar decision earlier this week.

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Merck gets EU nod for Keytruda in adjuvant kidney cancer

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Merck & Co has passed another milestone in its drive to move PD-1 inhibitor Keytruda earlier in the treatment pathway for cancer, with the European Commission approving use of the drug as post-surgery (adjuvant) therapy for renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Adjuvant treatment moves use of the drug into patients with earlier-stage cancer, a key strategy for Merck and other cancer immunotherapy companies as it expands the pool of patients eligible for treatment.

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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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Immunocore’s Kimmtrak Gets FDA Approval as First Treatment for Rare Eye Cancer and First T Cell Receptor Therapeutic

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Immunocore, a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing T cell receptor (TCR)-based immunotherapies in oncology, autoimmune and infectious diseases, has won approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its novel immunotherapy Kimmtrak (tebentafusp-tabn), making it the first approved treatment for unresectable or metastatic uveal melanoma and first TCR therapeutic to receive regulatory approval.

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Cryoport and Cell Matters team up on cryopreservation services

BioPharma Reporter

Cryoport, Inc. has entered into a partnership with specialized Belgian CDMO, Cell Matters, to deliver end-to-end cryopreservation services for leukapheresis derived therapies supporting both autologous and allogeneic cell therapies.

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Intranasal flu vaccine with nanoparticles offers robust protection, researchers find

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ATLANTA—An influenza vaccine administered through the nose and constructed with nanoparticles that enhance immune response offers strong protection against different influenza virus strains, according to researchers in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University. Credit: Georgia State University ATLANTA—An influenza vaccine administered through the nose and constructed with nanoparticles that enhance immune response offers strong […].

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Injection of optimism as HIV vaccine trial begins

Pharma Times

Collaboration of big hitters and introduction of innovation sparks pioneering HIV vaccination trial

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Scientists weave atomically thin wires into ribbons

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Tokyo, Japan – Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have succeeded in using nanowires of a transition-metal chalcogenide to make atomically thin “nanoribbons”. Bundles of nanowires were exposed to a gas of chalcogen atoms and heat which helped merge the threads into narrow strips. Nanoribbons are highly sought after for sophisticated electronic devices; given the scalability of […].

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Gene genies: Oxford Biomedica and Homology Medicines create AAV business

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Gene luminaries Oxford Biomedica reach agreement with Homology Medicines to develop super group

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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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2D Materials could be used to simulate brain synapses in computers

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Researchers from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Stanford University have fabricated a material for computer components that enable the commercial viability of computers that mimic the human brain. Credit: Mahiar Hamedi Researchers from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Stanford University have fabricated a material for computer components that enable the commercial viability of […].

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Betting Big on Biosimilars: How Evolving Market Dynamics Will Impact Patient Access

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Today’s guest post comes from Fiza Bari, Senior Solutions Consultant and GTM Liaison at MMIT. Fiza discusses the impending influx of biosimilars and its effect on manufacturers, specifically in the immunology space. To learn more, sign up for MMIT’s Immunology Biosimilars webcast. It's a moderated discussion with payers on how the changing market might impact their management strategies in immunology.

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Hubble spots a starship-shaped galactic pair

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Credit: Image credit: ESA/Hubble & NASA, J. Dalcanton, Dark Energy Survey, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Fermilab (FNAL), Dark Energy Survey Camera (DECam), Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO), NoirLab/National Science Foundation/AURA, European Southern Observatory (ESO); Acknowledgment: J. Schmidt.

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Eli Lilly plans €400m Irish plant that will create 800 jobs

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Eli Lilly has said it is seeking permission to build a new biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Ireland that will be used to produce active ingredients for its biologic medicines, including its new Alzheimer’s candidates. The pharma group has said the total investment in the proposed facility in Limerick would be more than €400 million ($445 million), and could create 300 jobs at the plant itself, with another 500 positions required while it is under construction.

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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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Peruvian gold rush turns pristine rainforests into heavily polluted mercury sinks

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DURHAM, N.C. – If you had to guess which part of the world has the highest levels of atmospheric mercury pollution, you probably wouldn’t pick a patch of pristine Amazonian rainforest. Yet, that’s exactly where they are. Credit: Melissa Marchese DURHAM, N.C. – If you had to guess which part of the world has the […].

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EC criticised in probe of COVID vaccine texts with Pfizer CEO

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The failure of the European Commission to locate text messages between its president Ursula von der Leyen and Pfizer chief executive Albert Bourla on procurement of COVID-19 vaccine has earned a rebuke from the EU Ombudsman. The messages were requested via a freedom if information request by journalist Alexander Fanta of netzpolitik.org, who was following up an article in the New York Times last year which suggested “personal diplomacy” had played a big part in the EU’s order f

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Shining a light on synthetic dimensions

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Humans experience the world in three dimensions, but a collaboration in Japan has developed a way to create synthetic dimensions to better understand the fundamental laws of the Universe and possibly apply them to advanced technologies. Credit: Yokohama National University Humans experience the world in three dimensions, but a collaboration in Japan has developed a […].

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New FDA draft guidance document gets real about RWD use

Outsourcing Pharma

A representative from IQVIA discusses the particulars of the US agencyâs new draft document and shares what it might mean for clinical trial data evaluation.

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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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Three ORNL scientists elected AAAS fellows

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Three scientists from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, or AAAS, the world’s largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals. Credit: Laddy Fields/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy Three scientists from the Department of Energy’s Oak […].

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New patent for Array Biopharma drug BRAFTOVI

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for BRAFTOVI Braftovi is a drug marketed by Array Biopharma Inc and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are thirteen…. The post New patent for Array Biopharma drug BRAFTOVI appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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NASA planes fly into snowstorms to study snowfall

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Scientists repeatedly check the weather forecasts as they prepare aircraft for flight and perform last-minute checks on science instruments. There’s a large winter storm rolling in, but that’s exactly what these storm-chasing scientists are hoping for. Credit: NASA Scientists repeatedly check the weather forecasts as they prepare aircraft for flight and perform last-minute checks on […].

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New patent for Janssen Pharms drug XARELTO

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for XARELTO Xarelto is a drug marketed by Janssen Pharms and is included in one NDA. It is available from three suppliers. There are four patents…. The post New patent for Janssen Pharms drug XARELTO appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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.

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Shedding light on polymer solar cells: Illuminating how solvent additives improve efficiency

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Ikoma, Japan – All-polymer blend solar cells are expected to play an important role in the transition to clean energy technologies because they can be easily produced in large-scale flexible sheets. However, their performance has lagged behind that of more traditional silicon alternatives, as well as other organic solar cells. Credit: Hiroaki Benten Ikoma, Japan […].

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New patent for Neurelis Inc drug VALTOCO

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for VALTOCO Valtoco is a drug marketed by Neurelis Inc and is included in one NDA. There are five patents protecting this drug. VALTOCO drug price…. The post New patent for Neurelis Inc drug VALTOCO appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Secretary’s Honor Awards recognize dozens of ORNL employees

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Oak Ridge National Laboratory employees received Department of Energy Secretary’s Honor Awards from Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm in January as part of project teams spanning the national laboratory system. Credit: Jaimee Janiga/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy Oak Ridge National Laboratory employees received Department of Energy Secretary’s Honor Awards from Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm […].

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New patent for Bayer Healthcare drug NUBEQA

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for NUBEQA Nubeqa is a drug marketed by Bayer Healthcare and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are seven patents…. The post New patent for Bayer Healthcare drug NUBEQA appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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A new vision for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases

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Credit: USC/USC/Ella Maru Studio Could a new paradigm in digital health treat blinding disorders and possibly also be a conduit for treating other parts of the brain? A multi-disciplinary team of world-renowned researchers at USC are exploring this exciting possibility. Building on decades of knowledge, the success of the world’s first FDA-approved retinal […].

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New patent for Therapeuticsmd Inc drug BIJUVA

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for BIJUVA Bijuva is a drug marketed by Therapeuticsmd Inc and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are nineteen patents…. The post New patent for Therapeuticsmd Inc drug BIJUVA appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Pioneering University of Limerick, Ireland professor of surgery sheds light on a new order in the abdomen

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Pioneering University of Limerick, Ireland professor of surgery sheds light on a new order in the abdomen Credit: Alan Place Pioneering University of Limerick, Ireland professor of surgery sheds light on a new order in the abdomen Press release (25/1/22) LIMERICK, IRELAND: A pioneering University of Limerick professor of surgery whose groundbreaking research led to […].

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New patent for Oyster Point drug TYRVAYA

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Annual Drug Patent Expirations for TYRVAYA Tyrvaya is a drug marketed by Oyster Point Pharma and is included in one NDA. There are five patents protecting this drug. This drug…. The post New patent for Oyster Point drug TYRVAYA appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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.