Mon.May 19, 2025

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Regeneron wins bid to buy 23andMe out of bankruptcy

Bio Pharma Dive

The biotech, which has for years invested in genetics research, plans to acquire "substantially all" of testing firm 23andMe's assets for $256 million.

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MHRA approves guselkumab for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis

Pharma Times

Regulator confirms safety and efficacy of new treatment option for patient

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FDA OKs first blood test to aid Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Bio Pharma Dive

The FDA cleared the test for early detection of amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s in people aged 55 years and older with signs and symptoms of the disease.

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Apnimed to seek approval for sleep apnoea pill after Phase III success

Pharmaceutical Technology

Apnimed will be waiting for the readout from a second Phase III trial before it approaches the FDA with an NDA for the sleep apnoea pill.

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How to Turn “Check-the-Box” Compliance Trainings Into Real Learning

Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group

Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.

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Revolutionizing the Fight Against Biologic Drug Patent Thickets

Drug Patent Watch

"Breaking the Chains of Exorbitant Medication Costs: How a New Approach to Biologic Drug Patents Could Save Lives and Billions As the cost of life-saving medications continues to skyrocket, a growing number of patients are being priced out of the healthcare system. But what if there was a way to unlock the secrets of biologic drug patents, making these critical treatments more accessible and affordable for all?

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ATS 2025: Nucala reduces COPD exacerbations, regardless of severe event history

Pharmaceutical Technology

At ATS 2025, data from the Phase III MATINEE trial reinforced the efficacy of Nucala in reducing exacerbations in COPD patients.

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Power of collaboration more pertinent than ever says pharma experts

Pharmaceutical Technology

At a recent gathering, experts in the Swiss biotech and pharma sector underscored the power of international collaboration.

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From insight to impact: How eCOAs strengthen trial data quality

Bio Pharma Dive

Timely, high-integrity insights for sponsors that reduce risk and move trials forward.

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FDA approves Incyte’s retifanlimab combo for SCAC treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US FDA has approved Incytes Zynyz (retifanlimab-dlwr) in conjunction with carboplatin and paclitaxel (platinum-based chemo).

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Judge shuts down drugmakers’ 340B rebate plans, for now

Bio Pharma Dive

A district court ruled HHS has the power to review drugmakers’ plans to pay hospitals rebates on 340B medications. But it left the door open to the controversial reforms.

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Clinical Research White Paper – Enhancing Transparency & Efficiency Throughout the Trial Lifecycle

Enhancing Transparency & Efficiency Throughout the Trial Lifecycle for AI Readiness

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Novo Nordisk’s CEO to step down as weight loss market share plummets

Pharmaceutical Technology

Novo Nordisk stated that replacing Jrgensen is "in the best interests of the company and its shareholders"

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Bridging the data gaps that impact retail and specialty-lite success

Bio Pharma Dive

Learn how to leverage predictive analytics and measure top KPIs to maximize patient outcomes, provider engagement and brand performance on this webinar from PHIL and Syneos Health.

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Five years, one approval: Europe’s slow march on Alzheimer’s treatments

Pharmaceutical Technology

In April 2025, the European Medicines Agency (EMA) approved Eisai and Biogens Leqembi for early-stage Alzheimers disease, marking Europes first major nod for a disease-modifying Alzheimers therapy in over a decade.

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How regulatory convergence is raising the bar for sterile drug safety—and how West leads the way

Bio Pharma Dive

Global regulators continue to raise the bar on sterile drug manufacturing—and West is responding.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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Leading with Purpose: Novotech’s CEO on Diversity, Innovation, and Global Expansion 

Pharmaceutical Technology

Explore Novotech CEO John Moller's insights on the company's global expansion, commitment to diversity, and innovative approaches in clinical research. Discover how Novotech is shaping the future of clinical trials with a focus on inclusivity and technological advancement.

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Ensuring Regulatory Compliance When Using Wearables in Clinical Trials

Crucial Data Soutions

Regulatory Risks of Wearables in Clinical Trials Are Real (and Avoidable) Wearables have become indispensable in modern clinical trials, tracking. The post Ensuring Regulatory Compliance When Using Wearables in Clinical Trials appeared first on Crucial Data Solutions.

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Pharmaceutical Technology Excellence Awards 2025: Imagene

Pharmaceutical Technology

Imagene is the Innovation award winner in the Precision Oncology category in the 2025 Pharmaceutical Excellence Awards.

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LogiPharma Europe 2025: Inside Sanofi’s Shift Toward a Data-Driven Supply Chain Model

Pharmaceutical Commerce

Ruth Beadle, head, global supply chain, Sanofi, discusses the companys multi-year effort to build an AI-powered, end-to-end supply chain focused on improving service, resilience, and cost efficiency.

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White Paper - A Roadmap to AI Data Readiness in R&D Labs

Download this comprehensive guide to AI and ML in the R&D Laboratory Setting.

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Regeneron swoops on genetic testing firm 23andMe

pharmaphorum

DNA testing company 23andMe looks destined to be taken over by a pharma company, as Regeneron agrees a $256 million acquisition deal

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Prescribing Red Flags: Pharmacists Be Wary of What the Doctor Orders

FDA Law Blog

By Larry K. Houck Last month the U.S. Attorneys Office for the Northern District of Illinois announced that Walgreens agreed to pay up to $350,000,000 to resolve allegations that its pharmacies illegally filled millions of invalid prescriptions for opioids and other controlled substances in violation of the federal Controlled Substances Act, and sought payment for filling many of those prescriptions by federal health care programs, violating the False Claims Act.

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Japan follows UK in GSK's comeback tour for Blenrep

pharmaphorum

The revitalisation of GSK's blood cancer therapy Blenrep continues with a second approval, in Japan, as a second-line treatment for multiple myeloma

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AI-Powered Portfolio Management in Pharmaceuticals

Drug Patent Watch

"Revolutionizing the Pharmaceutical Industry: How AI-Powered Portfolio Management is Changing the Game As the pharmaceutical landscape continues to evolve, companies are under increasing pressure to optimize their portfolios and stay ahead of the competition. But with the average cost of bringing a new drug to market soaring to over $2 billion, the stakes have never been higher.

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Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Co-founder & CEO at Tattva.Health

AI is transforming clinical trials—accelerating drug discovery, optimizing patient recruitment, and improving data analysis. But its impact goes far beyond research. As AI-driven innovation reshapes the clinical trial process, it’s also influencing broader healthcare trends, from personalized medicine to patient outcomes. Join this new webinar featuring Simran Kaur for an insightful discussion on what all of this means for the future of healthcare!

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EAPs: Market access outside of the US and Western Europe

pharmaphorum

In a new pharmaphorum podcast, web editor Nicole Raleigh speaks with Cem Zorlular, CEO of Er-Kim Pharmaceuticals, a company that has been serving as a regional affiliate for pharma and biotech since 1981 in the CEE and Mediterranean.

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Invensify, Go2 Delivery Collaborate on Temperature-Controlled Courier Service

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The partnership is centered around cutting cold chain costs and emissions with smart packaging and carbon-neutral same-day delivery.

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Tariff turbulence: Navigating US trade shifts in the medtech supply chain

pharmaphorum

Weve seen recent tariff policy changes creating an increasingly volatile environment for exporters and importers alike, particularly those in the medical device and IVD sectors.

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Pharma Pulse 5/19/25: Navigating the Payer-Health System Nexus: A Strategic Imperative for Biopharma Commercial Success; Advocate for Change to Address Pharmacy Burnout

Pharmaceutical Commerce

Business strategies and top news in the biotech / biopharma industry, including market access, supply chain distribution and more.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Partner of ex-Theranos CEO raising cash for testing start-up

pharmaphorum

The partner of disgraced ex-Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes, Billy Evans, has reportedly raised millions of dollars for another blood testing startup

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Recovery Doesn’t Look the Same for Everyone. That’s Why Researchers Want to Hear From You

Trialfacts

Contents About the Study Why Participate? Your Rights Who Can Participate? About the Research Center Study Location Research Center: University of South Florida Location: 4202 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33620, United States Lead Researcher: Robert C. Schlauch, Ph.D. IRB: This study has been reviewed and approved by the IRB (STUDY004687) at the University of South Florida and is supported/sponsored by the National Institute of Health (NIH), the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIA

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How Tap Native’s ‘Bid-by-NPI’ Is Transforming Pharma Marketing Precision

Pharma Marketing Network

In 2015, the idea of targeting individual healthcare professionals (HCPs) through real-time digital bidding felt more like science fiction than strategy. Yet for RJ Lewis, CEO of eHealthcare Solutions and co-founder of Tap Native, it was a logical extension of precision marketing trends emerging in other sectors. He envisioned a world where pharmaceutical brands could assign value at the individual prescriber leveljust as search marketers had long bid on keywords.

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Powered by Purpose: Celebrating Clinical Trials Day 2025

Pfizer

Powered by Purpose: Celebrating Clinical Trials Day 2025 kimkevin Mon, 05/19/2025 - 09:10 Powered by Purpose: Celebrating Clinical Trials Day 2025 Tuesday, May 20, 2025 - 09:00am Share Pfizer has been in the business of breakthroughs for nearly two centuries, and while our success represents the shared work of thousands of our dedicated employees, none of the advancements for which we are known were made possible through our efforts alone.

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Optimizing Clinical Supply Strategy: Navigating Challenges & Finding Your Ideal Model