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A Rationally Designed Therapeutic Vaccine for Herpes

BioSpace

The designation was awarded for RVx201, a live-attenuated therapeutic vaccine the company is developing for genital herpes resulting from the herpes simplex type 2 (HSV-2) virus.

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New US and German collaboration aims to produce green hydrogen more efficiently

Scienmag

Credit: University of Illinois/Technical University of Darmstadt Through a new award program, the U.S. National Science Foundation and the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (German Research Foundation, DFG) have joined forces to award the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Technical University of Darmstadt a three-year $720,000 research grant ($500,000 from NSF) to explore opportunities to more efficiently produce […].

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PerkinElmer Continues Rapid Life Science Growth with Massive $5.25B Acquisition

BioSpace

It's been a long season of acquisitions for PerkinElmer. Now in its largest purchase ever, the Massachusetts-based company is dropping a massive $5.25 billion in cash and stock to buy biomedical research tool company BioLegend.

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Extreme heat, dry summers main cause of tree death in Colorado’s subalpine forests

Scienmag

Credit: Robert Andrus Even in the absence of bark beetle outbreaks and wildfire, trees in Colorado subalpine forests are dying at increasing rates from warmer and drier summer conditions, found recent University of Colorado Boulder research. The study, published in the May print issue of the Journal of Ecology, also found that this trend is […].

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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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Revealing Signs Your Employee is Suffering from Job Burnout

BioSpace

Addressing employees suffering from job burnout early will not only help maintain a healthy relationship in the office, more importantly it can help reduce the risk of worsening symptoms and health consequences.

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Oncotarget: Replication-stress sensitivity in breast cancer cells

Scienmag

Taken together these Oncotarget findings show that the CTD and OD domains of mtp53 R273H play critical roles in mutant p53 GOF that pertain to processes associated with DNA replication Credit: Correspondence to – Jill Bargonetti – bargonetti@genectr.hunter.cuny.edu Oncotarget published “Frame-shift mediated reduction of gain-of-function p53 R273H and deletion of the R273H C-terminus in breast […].

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Development of a novel technology to check body temperature with smartphone camera

Scienmag

Technology for low-cost, thermal-imaging sensors that operate well at temperatures as high as 100 °C has been developed. Expected to be actively used in thermal-imaging applications in smartphones and autonomous vehicles Credit: Korea Institute of Science and Technology(KIST) Thermal-imaging sensors that detect and capture images of the heat signatures of human bodies and other objects […].

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Allergan Eye Drop for Presbyopia Hits All Endpoints, Focuses In on Approval

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?The company said its new ophthalmic solution met both its primary and key secondary endpoints, with patients reporting near and intermediate improvements in vision.

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Oncotarget: TERT and its binding protein: overexpression of GABPA/B in gliomas

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This Oncotarget study confirms the upregulation of TERT in primary glioblastomas while all GABP proteins rise with the malignancy of the gliomas Credit: Correspondence to – Marco Timmer – marco.timmer@uk-koeln.de Oncotarget published “TERT and its binding protein: overexpression of GABPA/B in high grade gliomas” which reported that all GA-binding proteins progress through the glioma grades […].

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Following FDA Scolding, CytoDyn Investor Groups Seek New Direction

BioSpace

?In a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission earlier this month, Rosenbaum and his investment group nominated five directors to elect the CytoDyn board.

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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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Safety Evaluation of the Second Dose of mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines in Patients With Immediate Reactions to the First Dose

JAMA Internal Medicine

This case series study examines the safety of second doses of messenger RNA COVID-19 vaccines after first-dose allergic reactions.

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Kodiak Turns Down $125 Million Milestone Payment, Reducing Royalty Cap by Half

BioSpace

Kodiak Sciences, an ophthalmology-focused biotech company, based in Palo Alto, Calif., reportedly turned down $125 million from Baker Bros after hitting a clinical milestone. The company’s decision to decline this funding was due in part to its “strong balance sheet” and “clinical trial progress.

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Goal-setting and positive parent-child relationships reduce risk of youth vaping

Scienmag

Credit: UPMC PITTSBURGH, July 26, 2021 – Adolescents who set goals for their future and those with strong parental support are less likely to use e-cigarettes and other tobacco products, according to a study by UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine physician-scientists. The research, published today in the journal […].

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BMS Withdraws Opdivo Liver Cancer Indication Following FDA Meeting

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Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) announced Friday its decision to withdraw from the U.S. market the indication for its immune checkpoint inhibitor Opdivo® (nivolumab) as monotherapy for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients previously treated with sorafenib.

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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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Anxiety, depression, burnout rising as college students prepare to return to campus

Scienmag

Experts at Ohio State create checklist to promote and protect student mental health Credit: The Ohio State University’s Office of the Chief Wellness Officer A new “return to campus” survey led by The Ohio State University’s Office of the Chief Wellness Officer finds rising rates of anxiety, depression, burnout and the use of unhealthy coping […].

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Clinical Catch-Up: July 19-23

BioSpace

It was another busy week for clinical trial updates. Here’s a look at some including Mesoblast Limited, CytoDyn, Magenta Therapeutics and more.

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The mechanics of puncture finally explained

Scienmag

The feeling of a needle piercing skin is familiar to most people, especially recently as COVID-19 vaccinations gain momentum. But what exactly happens when a needle punctures skin? The answer is revealed in a new paper published recently in the Journal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids. Mattia Bacca, assistant professor at the University […].

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Iterum Therapeutics Plunges Following FDA Rejection of Oral Sulopenem

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The FDA called for Iterum to conduct an additional clinical study that uses a different drug for comparison and to determine optimal dosing.

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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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New research identifies cancer types with little survival improvements in adolescents and young adul

Scienmag

Survival rates for adolescents and young adults diagnosed with cancer have varied considerably depending on cancer type. A new study indicates that survival for multiple cancer types in such patients has improved in recent years, but some patients diagnosed with common cancer types still show limited survival improvements. The results are published by Wiley early […].

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Lantern, Allarity Come Together to Tackle Bladder, Prostate Cancer

BioSpace

?Lantern will reacquire the Irofulven program and evaluate its potential for advanced development to treat bladder and prostate cancers.

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Anticipate a resurgence of respiratory viruses in young children

Scienmag

Canada should anticipate a resurgence of a childhood respiratory virus as COVID-19 physical distancing measures are relaxed, authors warn in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). Cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have risen sharply in Australia and, more recently, the United States as COVID-19 case counts have waned and pandemic public health measures have been […].

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GlaxoSmithKline: A Look at its Consumer Health Demerger and a Shingles Approval

BioSpace

It’s a busy week for GlaxoSmithKline, although much of it is related to the upcoming demerger of its Consumer Healthcare business. Here’s a look.

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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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Changes in Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Access to Care and Health Among US Adults at Age 65 Years

JAMA Internal Medicine

This cross-sectional study examines the association of Medicare with racial and ethnic disparities in access to care and health.

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The BioMidwest Region Features Lifestyle Bonuses and Cutting-Edge Science

BioSpace

Why not take advantage of the perks of a lower cost of living, slower pace, and opportunities to make a big impact in some important disease areas?

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Clinical Research Jobs for Nurses

ECRG Media's Clinical Research Podcast

Clinical Research Jobs for Nurses Don't forget to Subscribe for new content! Subscribe: [link] Email: eliteclinicalgroup@gmail.com Podcast: [link] Steemit: [link] Advertise: eliteclinicalgroup@gmail.com Watch: » Industry News: [link] » All Videos: [link] » Interview Recaps: [link] » Glassdoor Reviews: [link] We do: » Insider Interviews » Resume Reviews » Question and Answer » Discuss all things Clinical Research » News and Product Reviews » Education Elite Clinical Research Group or ECRG for sho

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Alzheimer's Association Annual Meeting Starts with Plenty of Exciting Data

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Today is the first day of the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2021 (AAIC), behind held both virtually and in person in Denver, Colorado. Here’s a look at some of today’s stories.

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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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Clinical Research Jobs for Nurses

ECRG Media's Clinical Research Podcast

Clinical Research Jobs for Nurses. Don't forget to Subscribe for new content! Subscribe: [link]. Email: eliteclinicalgroup@gmail.com. Podcast: [link]. Steemit: [link]. Advertise: eliteclinicalgroup@gmail.com. Watch: » Industry News: [link] » All Videos: [link] » Interview Recaps: [link] » Glassdoor Reviews: [link] We do: » Insider Interviews » Resume Reviews » Question and Answer » Discuss all things Clinical Research » News and Product Reviews » Education.

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Cross-Contamination of Medications is Wider Issue than Realized: Report

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?A recent report suggests that cross-contamination is not all that uncommon of an issue, and maybe inevitable.

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AGN-190584 as a Potential Novel Treatment for Presbyopia, a Common and Progressive Eye Condition

The Pharma Data

– If approved, AGN-190584 is expected to be the first eye drop for the treatment of presbyopia, the eye’s reduced ability to focus on near objects – In the Phase 3 GEMINI 1 study, AGN-190584 showed improved near vision without impacting distance vision when used once daily – Data presented at the 2021 ASCRS (American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery) Annual Meeting.

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Abeona's Gene Therapy for Rare Sanfilippo Syndrome Shines in Early Trials

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Abeona Therapeutics’ shares popped 18.32% in pre-market trading after New York and Cleveland-based company announced magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data from its Phase I/II Transpher A trial in San Filippo Syndrome Type A (MPS IIIA).

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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.