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BioNTech Founders Predict Cancer Vaccine Is Only Years Away

AuroBlog - Aurous Healthcare Clinical Trials blog

The husband-and-wife team who co-founded BioNTech, the biotechnology company that partnered with Pfizer to develop an effective messenger-RNA (mRNA) shot against COVID-19, has predicted that a cancer vaccine could be widely available within the next decade. “Yes, we feel that a cure for cancer, or to changing cancer patients’ lives, is in our grasp,” said […].

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STAT+: European Prosecutor’s Office confirms it’s investigating European Union Covid vaccine contracts

STAT News

In an unusual step, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) confirmed it has opened an investigation into the Covid-19 contracts signed by the European Union, a move that comes shortly after numerous members of the European Parliament harshly criticized a lack of transparency surrounding an agreement with Pfizer. The EPPO is an independent public prosecution office that is responsible for investigating, prosecuting, and bringing to judgment crimes such as fraud, money laundering an

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Why did he suspect a COVID surge was coming? He followed the digital breadcrumbs

NPR Health - Shots

A theory about online candle reviews and COVID cases was put under the microscope, and has taken on new relevance amid concern at the lack of official data heading into another winter.

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Opinion: Polio eradication is in sight. Don’t stop funding it now

STAT News

When it comes to eradicating infectious diseases, there can be no half measures: it’s an all-or-nothing proposition. For more than three decades, eradicating polio — removing it from the face of the earth — has been the sole mission of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI). But now, after helping drive down the global number of cases by 99.9%, and with the wild poliovirus only endemic in just two countries, this incredible initiative is in danger of becoming a victi

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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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For stomach pain and other IBS symptoms, new apps can bring relief

NPR Health - Shots

If you often have pain, bloating, urgency or other symptoms of gastrointestinal distress, you may have IBS. Here's how to find relief, using the latest science and a new generation of apps.

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HP&M Promotes James Valentine to Director

FDA Law Blog

By Kurt R. Karst — Hyman, Phelps & McNamara, P.C. (HP&M) is pleased to announce that James E. Valentine will become the firm’s newest Director beginning on January 1, 2023. James’s practice focuses on regulatory considerations for developing new drug and biologic products and FDA regulatory requirements for approval/licensure. James has been involved with the approval of many new molecular entities, often for serious and rare diseases, several which utilized the accelerated approval

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Athira’s Late Stage Alzheimer’s Trial Advances Following Positive Interim Analysis

BioSpace

An analysis of un-blinded interim data showed fosgonimeton provided clinically meaningful improvements in cognition and function in patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease.

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Study finds long COVID can affect your ability to exercise

NPR Health - Shots

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with Dr. Matthew Durstenfeld, co-author of a new study looking at the effects of long COVID on a person's ability to exercise.

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Why Hiring Managers Must Act Differently to Stay Competitive in Today’s Job-Seeker’s Market

BioSpace

In the wake of a global pandemic and economic downturn, the hiring market has turned on its head. BioSpace spoke with PharmaLogics Recruiting to learn how employers can stay competitive.

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Association of Particulate Matter Exposure With Lung Function and Mortality in Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease

JAMA Internal Medicine

This cohort study assesses whether exposure to particulate matter 2.5 ?m or less in diameter and its constituents was associated with increased mortality, worse baseline lung function, and more rapid decrease in lung function among patients with fibrotic interstitial lung disease.

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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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Kineta, Merck Strike Deal to Pair Anti-VISTA Antibody with Keytruda

BioSpace

Kineta struck a collaboration deal with Merck to pair its anti-VISTA monoclonal antibody with Keytruda (pembrolizumab) as a potential treatment for advanced solid tumors.

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Is License Compulsory For Starting Pharmaceutical Business In India?

Fossil Remedies

When you launch a PCD pharma company , you have to do several preparations. Of course, the first and foremost thing is to arrange funds. Without money, it is impossible to launch a business. The next important consideration is a proper distribution channel from the manufacturer to end customers. In a pharma business, you have a distribution network like a pharma manufacturing company, pharma marketing company, C&F agents, wholesalers/distributors/stockiest, retailers, and pharmacies.

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Biogen-Sage’s Zuranolone Impresses in Phase III Postpartum Depression Trial

BioSpace

Sage Therapeutics and Biogen’s zuranolone met its primary and key secondary endpoints in the Phase III SKYLARK study of women with postpartum depression (PPD).

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New patent expiration for Cosette drug WELCHOL

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for WELCHOL Welchol is a drug marketed by Cosette and is included in four NDAs. It is available from three suppliers. There are two patents protecting…. The post New patent expiration for Cosette drug WELCHOL appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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Chemistry Job Options in the Life Sciences

BioSpace

Finding chemistry jobs in the life sciences industry doesn't have to be difficult. Discover the top chemistry job options in the life sciences in our comprehensive guide.

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New patent for Azurity drug EPRONTIA

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for EPRONTIA Eprontia is a drug marketed by Azurity and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. The generic ingredient in EPRONTIA…. The post New patent for Azurity drug EPRONTIA appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Minerva Shares Plunge After FDA Rejects Schizophrenia Drug Candidate

BioSpace

Shares of Massachusetts-based Minerva Neurosciences dropped Monday after the FDA issued a Refuse to File letter for the company's schizophrenia drug, roluperidone.

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New tentative approval for Teva Pharms drug eltrombopag

Drug Patent Watch

[![eltrombopag structure]([link] Eltrombopag is the generic ingredient in two branded drugs marketed by Novartis and is included in two NDAs. There are eight patents protecting this compound. There are four…. The post New tentative approval for Teva Pharms drug eltrombopag appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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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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In Latest Twist, FDA Delays Review of Biogen’s Tofersen by 3 Months

BioSpace

Biogen announced the FDA has extended its review for ALS drug tofersen by three months. The regulator set a new PDUFA action date set of April 25, 2023.

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New tentative approval for Amneal Pharms drug saxagliptin

Drug Patent Watch

[![saxagliptin structure]([link] Saxagliptin is the generic ingredient in one branded drug marketed by Astrazeneca Ab and is included in one NDA. There are two patents protecting this compound. There are…. The post New tentative approval for Amneal Pharms drug saxagliptin appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Bob Langer, Cancer Research Institute Back Intraoperative Immunotherapy Pioneer

BioSpace

SURGE Therapeutics announced $26 million in Series A financing to address surgery-induced immune suppression and prevent post-surgical cancer recurrence and metastasis.

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Croatia?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Croatia. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent office) where patent protection is desired.…. The post Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Croatia? 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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Milestone's Nasal Spray for PSVT Hits the Mark in Phase III

BioSpace

Milestone Pharmaceuticals reported highly positive data from its Phase III RAPID trial of etripamil in paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) patients.

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NeuBase Abandons Huntington's, 60% of Workforce in Strategic Pivot

BioSpace

NeuBase announced a strategic restructuring, diverting resources from its Huntington's program and shedding 60% of its workforce.

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Clovis Oncology Highlights Updated LuMIERE Phase 1 Data of Targeted Radiotherapy Candidate FAP-2286 at the 35th Annual EANM Congress Clovis Oncology, Inc. announced an oral presentation at the 35th Annual European Association of Nuclear Medicine Congress detailing updated Phase 1 data from the Clovis Oncology-sponsored Phase 1/2 LuMIERE clinical study investigating the safety, pharmacokinetics, dosimetry, and preliminary anti-tumor activity of its targeted radiotherapy candidate, FAP-2286 labeled with lutetium-177. Immunovia launches a strategic partnership with Proteomedix to leverage R&D efforts with increased focus on commercialization Immunovia AB announced that it enters into a strategic partnership with Proteomedix to leverage its substantial joint development experience in diagnostic technologies for the detection of cancer. Pharnext Reports First Half 2022 Financial Results Pharnext SA, an advanced late-clinical stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics for neurodegenerative diseas

BioSpace

After suffering a blow to its multi-billion dollar liver cancer program, BridgeBio presented early but promising data in ultra-rare Canavan disease.

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Israel: An Untapped Biotech Investment Opportunity

BioSpace

With military precision and academic ingenuity, Israel is building a thriving biotech ecosystem. Venture capitalists would do well to pay attention.

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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.