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AstraZeneca buys Pfizer’s early gene therapy work for up to $1B

Bio Pharma Dive

The British pharma is deepening its investment in genetic medicine through a deal for a group of Pfizer’s gene therapy delivery tools, while the New York giant cuts back.

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Verrica gains FDA approval for Verrica’s YCANTH to treat molluscum

Pharmaceutical Technology

Verrica has received approval from the US FDA for its YCANTH to treat molluscum in adult and paediatric patients aged two years and above.

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July 27, 2023: NIH Collaboratory Hosts Onboarding Session for Newest Demonstration Projects

Rethinking Clinical Trials

Leaders of the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory hosted an onboarding meeting for the program’s 3 newest Demonstration Projects. The projects joined the program under the UG3 cooperative agreement mechanism to support a 1-year planning phase in preparation for potential transition to a UH3 implementation phase. Access the complete materials from the onboarding session.

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New patent expiration for Astrazeneca drug SYMBICORT

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for SYMBICORT Symbicort is a drug marketed by Astrazeneca and is included in one NDA. It is available from three suppliers. There are eleven patents protecting… The post New patent expiration for Astrazeneca drug SYMBICORT appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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European Clinical Supply Planning: Balancing Cost, Flexibility and Time

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GSK confident in RSV vaccine launch, but sets expectations for ‘steady build’

Bio Pharma Dive

GSK expects its respiratory syncytial virus vaccine will be a multibillion dollar product. But at the beginning it’s predicting a slower launch than for its fast-selling shingles shot.

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Boehringer, Lilly secure EC approval for Jardiance to treat adults with CKD

Pharmaceutical Technology

Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly have secured approval from the EC for Jardiance to treat adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD).

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Pharmacovigilance (PV) Services at a Glance

ProRelix Research

Ensuring the safety and efficacy of new drugs, medical devices, and biological products does not end once the treatment is approved or is on the market but extends to the […] The post Pharmacovigilance (PV) Services at a Glance appeared first on ProRelix Research.

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Gilead drug acquired in $5B buyout fails key blood cancer trial

Bio Pharma Dive

Treatment with magrolimab proved ineffective in a Phase 3 study in myelodysplastic syndrome, adding to doubts about so-called CD47 inhibitors as well as Gilead’s deal strategy.

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NS Pharma scores breakthrough therapy status for DMD therapy

Pharmaceutical Technology

NS Pharma’s candidate would be the first to target Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) patients amenable to exon 44 skipping therapy.

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What types of clinical research are there?

Antidote

Before any new therapy can be put on the market, it must be tested to ensure its safety and effectiveness, and the research for this process is done through clinical trials. Clinical trials evaluate new drugs, devices, packaging, and behaviors in order to determine if these potential therapies work for particular conditions or patient populations.

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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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EMA publishes clinical trial plan for public health emergencies

Outsourcing Pharma

The EMA organized a task force made up of various stakeholders to gather insights on potential EU-level actions to improve the set up of clinical trials during public health emergencies.

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Lilly adds to case for Mounjaro’s weight-loss benefits with new study data

Bio Pharma Dive

The results showed that enrollees who’d already lost weight after diet and exercise shed pounds after receiving Mounjaro, while those who stopped treatment gained weight back.

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Eli Lilly extends tender offer for $2.4bn Dice acquisition

Pharmaceutical Technology

Eli Lilly has extended the tender offer expiration date for the acquisition of all Dice Therapeutics in a deal valued at $2.4bn.

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Ortho-Phthalates Retain FDA Approval for Food Packaging Despite Petitions

XTalks

Last week, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stood by its decision, denying a petition asking it to reevaluate the use of eight ortho-phthalates in food-contacting packaging materials. The agency also declined demands to overturn five earlier approvals regarding five distinct ortho-phthalates, alleged to significantly risk human health by leaching into food and beverage products.

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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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Building Upon the Unique Perspective of Patient Advocacy Groups

ACRP blog

As leaders in the clinical research enterprise seek to expand the public’s understanding of clinical trials and their potential benefits for healthcare at the personal, community, and national levels, communications tactics cannot remain stuck at the one-on-one rate of physician referrals or patient recruiters reaching out to individual potential volunteers for real progress to be seen.

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Merck, chasing Pfizer, claims study success for new pneumonia vaccine

Bio Pharma Dive

The pharma said its latest shot, which covers 21 strains of bacteria, cleared two Phase 3 trials and in some cases spurred a stronger immune response than Pfizer’s Prevnar 20.

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Bavarian Nordic falls by RSV vaccine wayside after Phase III failure

Pharmaceutical Technology

Shares in the company dropped by 29% despite assurances the failure would not harm its 2023 financial outlook.

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How to Find the Best Digital Marketing Agency for Your Business 

Pharma Marketing Network

In today’s digital world, partnering with a competent and reliable digital marketing agency is crucial for businesses seeking to enhance their online presence, reach their target audience, and achieve their marketing goals. However, with countless agencies available, it can be overwhelming to find the right one that aligns with your business objectives.

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What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research

Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist

What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.

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Immunotherapy is here to stay

Drug Discovery World

DDW’s Megan Thomas spoke with Frédéric Triebel , the French immunologist/oncologist who is best known for his 1990 discovery of the LAG-3 immune control mechanism. Triebel shares insights from his career, expands on his experience with the company he founded, Immutep, and comments on the future of immuno-oncology (I-O). Background Lymphocyte-activation gene 3, or LAG-3, is a gene that provides the genetic information to make a cell surface molecule with biologic effects on T-cell function.

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Roche buys into Alnylam heart drug in cardiovascular research bet

Bio Pharma Dive

The Swiss pharma company is the latest large drugmaker to invest big in an experimental heart treatment, after years of prioritizing medicines for cancer and immune diseases.

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GSK reports rise in profit in Q2 2023

Pharmaceutical Technology

GSK has reported an adjusted operating profit of £2.17bn in Q2 2023, which is an almost 8% increase from the £2.

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Daiichi Sankyo’s Vanflyta (Quizartinib) Finally Gets US Approval for FLT3-ITD Positive AML

XTalks

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to Daiichi Sankyo’s Vanflyta (quizartinib) for newly diagnosed patients with FMS-like tyrosine kinase 3 receptor-internal tandem duplication ( FLT3 -ITD) positive acute myeloid leukemia (AML). FLT3 -ITD mutations occur in about a quarter of all AML cases. Vanflyta is the first and only FLT3 inhibitor approved in the US for FLT3 -ITD positive AML and across all three treatment phases: induction, consolidation and maintenance.

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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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5 Strategies to Strengthen Relationships with HCPs

Pharma Marketing Network

Developing strong and meaningful relationships with Healthcare Professionals (HCPs) is vital for healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, and medical device manufacturers alike. These partnerships not only improve patient outcomes but also foster mutual trust and collaboration. In this blog, we will explore five effective strategies to enhance your relationship-building efforts with HCPs and ultimately achieve better healthcare outcomes.

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Biogen to acquire rare disease drugmaker Reata for $7.3B

Bio Pharma Dive

The deal is a major bet by Biogen and its new CEO Chris Viehbacher, who’s reorganized R&D, cut costs and laid off staff since becoming company head last year.

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Cultural agility: the key to building trust with biopharma partners

Pharmaceutical Technology

Working in an industry with regular cross-border manufacturing and dealing with a global network of clients means adaptability is vital to maintaining good communications, building relationships, and managing teams effectively.

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AARDEX Group named founding member of CancerX initiative

Outsourcing Pharma

Adherence specialist AARDEX Group has been announced as a founding member of the CancerX initiative, which aims to bring diverse stakeholders together to drive innovation and improve follow up for cancer patients.

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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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Eli Lilly's Mounjaro shortage worsens ahead of potential obesity FDA approval

Fierce Pharma

As with Novo Nordisk’s popular offering for obesity, Wegovy, demand for Eli Lilly’s dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist Mounjaro appears to be outpacing supply once again. | The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has added a fourth dose of Lilly’s popular new diabetes med to its drug shortage database. The agency also expects supply issues with three other doses to persist longer than previously thought.

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Bavarian Nordic to scrap RSV vaccine after study setback

Bio Pharma Dive

The shot failed to meet a key goal of Bavarian Nordic’s Phase 3 study, a finding that separates it from marketed vaccines developed by Pfizer and GSK.

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Sentiment in the pharmaceutical industry increased in Q2 2023

Pharmaceutical Technology

The global pharmaceutical industry experienced a 20% increased in company filings sentiment in Q2 2023 compared with the previous quarter, according to GlobalData’s analysis.

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H.E.L Group signs sustainable energy agreement with Indian Institute of Technology

Outsourcing Pharma

H.E.L Group (H.E.L), a global developer and manufacturer of laboratory tools, has signed an agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), a prestigious Indian academic institution kickstarting scientific and technological research.

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Deliver Fast, Flexible Clinical Trial Insights with Spotfire

Clinical research has entered a new era, one that requires real-time analytics and visualization to allow trial leaders to work collaboratively and to develop, at the click of a mouse, deep insights that enable proactive study management. Learn how Revvity Signals helps drug developers deliver clinical trial data insights in real-time using a fast and flexible data and analytics platform to empower data-driven decision-making.