Bio Pharma Dive
APRIL 12, 2021
The American Association for Cancer Research's virtual conference featured new data on an emerging immunotherapy target, a new kind of cell therapy and a KRAS reboot.
World of DTC Marketing
APRIL 12, 2021
QUICK READ: Pharma supply chain issues are a concern for us all but especially patients. The goal of getting a drug to market as fast as possible so they can recoup drug development costs has the potential for mistakes that could cost lives. Coupled with all this is the continued outsourcing of raw materials and other steps in drug development. Patients should be scared.
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Bio Pharma Dive
APRIL 12, 2021
Cavazzoni will become director of CDER, a crucial position that Janet Woodcock, the FDA's acting commissioner and a contender for the full-time role, has filled for 24 of the last 27 years.
pharmaphorum
APRIL 12, 2021
A scheduled update to the NHS COVID-19 app has been blocked because it allows location tracking – something prohibited by Apple and Google, which developed some of the code it uses. . The new version of the app used in England and Wales was due to become available today to coincide with the relaxation of lockdown rules, with the public now able to attend venues such as non-essential shops, pub beer garden, gyms and hairdressers.
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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
Bio Pharma Dive
APRIL 12, 2021
Early Phase 2 data for a pill from the two companies' alliance appeared promising. But most patients had to cut their drug dose due to drowsiness.
Pharma Times
APRIL 12, 2021
The 2021 Clinical Researcher of the Year – The Americas competition is reaching out to the very best in the industry to take the next step and claim gold.
Clinical Research Informer brings together the best content for clinical researchers from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a prefilled syringe for self-injection of an allergic diseases treatment developed by Novartis and Genentech, a Roche company.
pharmaphorum
APRIL 12, 2021
Humans are diverse and communications to engage us need to be inclusive. It’s no longer about talking to a group, a cohort or an imagined section of society – especially in healthcare. Page & Page’s Lisa Jane Lishman outlines why communication and the strategies behind it need to be more personal to ensure that people – whoever they are – feel valued and respected.
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
On Tuesday, Celularity received Orphan Drug Designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its off-the-shelf natural killer cell therapy for malignant gliomas.
BioPharma Reporter
APRIL 12, 2021
Sanofi will build a digitally-enabled, carbon-neutral vaccine manufacturing center in Singapore: designed to respond quickly to future pandemic risks and able to produce up to four vaccines simultaneously.
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White paper that delves into the complex topic of Decentralized Clinical Trials and how to master them within the confines of FDA Regulations
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted vTv Therapeutics’ TTP399 Breakthrough Therapy designation for type 1 diabetes. This designation provides companies more support and the possibility of shorter development and review timelines.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Main concerns relate to possible ill-effects and a lack of understanding regarding their effectiveness as painkillers Credit: McMaster University Hamilton, ON (April 13, 2021) – Ontario doctors are still hesitant to prescribe medical cannabis to patients suffering long-term pain 20 years after it was first introduced, says a new study carried out at McMaster University. […].
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
Amarin announced the forthcoming retirement of President and CEO John Thero, and the elevation of current head of commercial for Europe and senior vice president Karim Mikhail to the top role.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Credit: Niigata University Niigata, Japan- New insights into the three-dimensional (3D) morphology of the human uterine endometrium could advance our understanding of the mechanisms of endometrial regeneration and fertilized egg implantation while clarifying the pathogenesis of menstrual disorders, infertility and endometrium-related diseases such as adenomyosis, endometriosis, endometrial hyperplasia and endometrial cancer.
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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.
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
Treovir announced positive findings from a Phase I study of G207 in 12 children with recurrent high-grade glioma, a type of tumor that comprises 30% of all tumors found in the brain and central nervous system as well as 80% of all malignant brain tumors.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
UMD-led study warns cascading effects of salts require coordinated management and regulation to avoid contaminating natural resources Credit: Sujay Kaushal When winter storms threaten to make travel dangerous, people often turn to salt, spreading it liberally over highways, streets and sidewalks to melt snow and ice. Road salt is an important tool for safety, because […].
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
Eli Lilly and Company is set to cut 163 jobs as it closes its Dermira facility in Menlo Park and sells off the latter company’s sweat drug Qbrexza, which is being snatched up by Journey Medical.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Credit: Yuyan Li As the foremost economic zone in China, the Yangtze River Delta (YRD) region has recently been experiencing more frequent haze events, resulting in dramatic damages to human and ecosystem health. Anthropogenic aerosol emissions play a key role in affecting the formation of haze events. However, aside from local sources of pollution, some […].
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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.
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
This morning, multiple companies announced hundreds of millions of dollars were raised in Series B rounds that will be used to advance therapeutics and business development programs.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Credit: David Aldridge Moving endangered species to new locations is often used as part of species conservation strategies, and can help to restore degraded ecosystems. But scientists say there is a high risk that these relocations are accidentally spreading diseases and parasites. The new report published today in the journal Conservation Letters focuses on freshwater […].
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
After initially indicating it intended to raise $100 million in its Nasdaq debut, the Salt Lake City-based company will now look at bringing in approximately $306 million.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Credit: University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science CAMBRIDGE, MD (April 12, 2021)–University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Professor and Appalachian Laboratory Director Eric A. Davidson, an international leader in global nitrogen cycle research, has been named a Jefferson Science Fellow. Beginning August 2021, he will spend a year as a science advisor to […].
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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.
Outsourcing Pharma
APRIL 12, 2021
Leaders from the supply chain solutions company share their thoughts on challenges associated with virtual and hybrid trials, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
LED-based film-type haptic technology implements localized vibration. various tactile sensations are now possible via independantly controllable vibrations Credit: Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute(ETRI) A Korean research team succeeded in developing a technology generating various vibration using LED light signals. The technology allows various tactile sensations by area and reduction in size by considerably lowering the […].
Pharma Times
APRIL 12, 2021
Sanofi could pay up to €414m for C4X Discovery’s oral IL-17A inhibitor programme
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Credit: Dr Evgenia Ilyinskaya Respiratory disease increased markedly following one of Iceland’s largest volcanic eruptions, a new study has found. And the findings could have significant implications for actions taken to protect the health of the 800 million people globally living near active volcanoes. Indeed, only last month (March), lava burst through a crack in […].
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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.
BioSpace
APRIL 12, 2021
The U.S. CDC and the U.S. FDA have identified six cases in the U.S. of a “rare and severe” type of blood clot, which seems to be linked to the COVID-19 vaccine by Johnson & Johnson.
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Credit: Marine Biological Laboratory WOODS HOLE, Mass. — Nitrogen is an element basic for life — plants need it, animals need it, it’s in our DNA — but when there’s too much nitrogen in the environment, things can go haywire. On Cape Cod, excess nitrogen in estuaries and salt marshes can lead to algal blooms, […].
Pharma Marketing Network
APRIL 12, 2021
Native advertising may mean something different to you depending on what part of the industry you’re in whether it be in advertising or publishing. . Tune in and listen to the Pharma Marketing Network and fellow thought leaders from, ROI Marketplace, MedThink, and Sharecare.com, discuss their learnings and insights on native advertising from each of their respective vantage points – pharma-marketer, publisher, and agency. .
Scienmag
APRIL 12, 2021
Credit: POSTECH Blood vessels deliver nutrients and oxygen to each organ in our body. They are difficult to completely restore to their original conditions once damaged by myocardial infarction or severe ischemic diseases. This is because various angiogenic growth factors must be applied sequentially in order to restore the vascular structure. Recently, a research team […].
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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.
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