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Chasing rivals, Nuvalent to seek approval of targeted lung cancer drug

Bio Pharma Dive

New study results position Nuvalent to bring forward what it claims is a differentiated treatment for ROS1-positive lung cancer, a crowded indication with uncertain sales potential.

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New ImmunoPET Tracer Boosts Early Liver Cancer Detection

Scienmag

A groundbreaking development in the early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) has emerged from the halls of Wuhan Union Hospital at Huazhong University of Science and Technology. Researchers have unveiled a novel molecular imaging agent, designated 68 Ga-aGPC3-scFv or XH06, capable of precisely targeting glypican-3 (GPC3), a cell surface receptor that is prevalently overexpressed in HCC tumors.

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Dual-targeting radiopharmaceutical therapy safe and effective across multiple cancers

Medical Xpress

A new cancer treatment that delivers radiation directly to tumors by targeting two key markers simultaneously has been shown to be safe and effective in human trials. Acting like a "smart missile," the dual-targeting radiopharmaceutical is designed to attach to two vulnerable sites on cancer cells, enabling more precise and potent therapy. Early results show that nearly 90% of patients experienced either tumor shrinkage or disease stabilization.

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Do Physicians Want Updates On Clinical Trial?

World of DTC Marketing

Physicians’ engagement with clinical trial data about potential new drugs varies significantly based on factors such as their specialty, practice setting, interest, and time constraints. Some specialists do want updates, but they want data, not sales information slanted to the potential label. 1. Specialists vs. General Practitioners : Specialists (e.g., oncologists, neurologists, cardiologists) typically follow clinical trials closely because their practice heavily depends on emerging tr

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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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Evaluating the Risk of NAION in Patients Using Semaglutide Medications

The Pharma Data

WHO Issues Global Safety Alert Over Vision Loss Risk Linked to Semaglutide-Based Medications The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a global safety communication directed at healthcare professionals and regulatory authorities, warning of a potential but serious adverse effect associated with a class of widely used medications containing the active ingredient semaglutide.

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AI-Driven Brain Mapping Software Secures FDA Approval for Market Launch

Scienmag

A groundbreaking development in neurosurgery has emerged with the FDA’s investment in an innovative AI-based technology designed to enhance the precision of brain mapping. At the forefront of this advancement is the Cirrus Resting State fMRI Software, a remarkable tool developed by a team of researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St.

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How AI and machine learning are transforming drug discovery

Pharmaceutical Technology

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Lilly’s Amyvid Receives FDA Label Revision to Support Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

The Pharma Data

FDA Approves Label Update for Lilly’s Amyvid, Expanding Its Role in Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis and Therapy Guidance In a major development for Alzheimer’s diagnostics, Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a revised label for Amyvid® (florbetapir F 18 injection) , an imaging agent used for detecting amyloid plaque density in the brains of patients undergoing evaluation for Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive impairments.

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Scientists Identify Novel Genetic Target Poised to Transform Liver Cancer Therapy

Scienmag

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is one of the most formidable challenges in oncology today. Representing the predominant form of liver cancer and ranking as the third-leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, HCC’s aggressive nature and resistance to conventional therapies have long stymied clinicians and researchers alike. Yet, recent groundbreaking work at the VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, led by Dr.

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ADA: Vertex closer to weaning type 1 diabetics off insulin

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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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June 26, 2025: New Podcast Episode Considers How to Make Pragmatic Trials More Pragmatic

Rethinking Clinical Trials

In a new episode of the Rethinking Clinical Trials Podcast, Rich Platt, Hayden Bosworth, and Greg Simon of the NIH Pragmatic Trials Collaboratory discuss their JAMA Viewpoint, “Making Pragmatic Clinical Trials More Pragmatic.” Listen and subscribe to the podcast on SoundCloud or Apple Podcasts. In the Viewpoint, the authors propose solutions to the discordance between the results of pragmatic trials and the implementation of those results in healthcare settings. “I think one of the prob

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FDA Approves Label Updates for Bristol Myers Squibb Cell Therapies, Removes REMS

The Pharma Data

FDA Approves Streamlined Monitoring Requirements and REMS Program Removal for Bristol Myers Squibb’s CAR T Cell Therapies Breyanzi and Abecma, Marking Milestone Toward Expanding Access to Cancer Treatment In a significant regulatory development, Bristol Myers Squibb announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved critical label updates for its two chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapies— Breyanzi® (lisocabtagene maraleucel; liso-cel) and Abecma® (idecabtage

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Major Global Study Connects Severe Postpartum Hemorrhage with Elevated Cardiovascular Disease Risk

Scienmag

A groundbreaking new analysis has unveiled a critical, yet often overlooked, aspect of postpartum health, emphasizing that severe bleeding after childbirth—known as postpartum hemorrhage (PPH)—may carry profound and long-lasting implications for women’s cardiovascular health. Drawing upon an immense dataset encompassing more than 9.7 million women from across Europe, North America, and Asia, this comprehensive review offers compelling evidence that the impact of PPH resonates far beyond th

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New PET tracer delivers high-quality images of brain inflammation activity

Medical Xpress

A newly developed PET radiotracer has shown the ability to produce high-quality images of real-time brain inflammation, according to research presented at the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging 2025 Annual Meeting and published as a supplement in the Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

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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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What Makes a Great VP of Medical Affairs

World of DTC Marketing

In biotech and pharma, a strong Vice President (VP) of Medical Affairs can significantly impact a company’s path to clinical success and market credibility. This isn’t a figurehead position—it’s a linchpin role that bridges science, strategy, and storytelling. But what exactly makes a VP of Medical Affairs truly effective in this high-stakes space? Here’s a breakdown of the key traits, capabilities, and mindsets that set the best apart from the rest. 1.

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Bio-Techne Joins Forces with USP to Speed Up Development of mAbs and Gene Therapies

The Pharma Data

Bio-Techne and USP Forge Strategic Alliance to Advance Quality Standards in Monoclonal Antibody and Gene Therapy Development Bio-Techne Corporation, a global life sciences company renowned for its high-performance reagents, instruments, and services, today announced a new distribution agreement with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), a scientific nonprofit organization that sets public standards for the identity, strength, quality, and purity of medicines and biologics.

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Interneuron Gene Expression Reduced in Psychiatric Disorders

Scienmag

In a groundbreaking new study published in the journal Schizophrenia (2025), researchers have unveiled compelling evidence of cell-type specific gene expression reductions in the interneurons of the cingulate gyrus in individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This discovery not only advances our understanding of the intricate cellular and molecular alterations underlying these complex psychiatric illnesses but also opens new avenues for targeted therapeutic intervention.

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'Pill-on-a-thread' could replace endoscopies for half of all patients being monitored for esophageal cancer risk

Medical Xpress

Endoscopies could be replaced by far less invasive capsule sponge tests for half of all patients with Barrett's esophagus, a known precursor to esophageal cancer, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Cambridge, Addenbrooke's Hospital and Queen Mary University of London. The research was published in The Lancet.

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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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June 23, 2025: How to Choose Patient-Reported Outcome Measures in Pragmatic Clinical Trials?

Rethinking Clinical Trials

A new section of the Living Textbook of Pragmatic Clinical Trials describes considerations for choosing patient-reported outcome measures in pragmatic clinical trials. “Where possible, investigators are encouraged to use measures with adequate support for validity that are in the public domain,” the authors wrote. The authors provide a set of questions to guide investigators in choosing approrpriate measures.

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Roche’s NXT007 Shows Early Promise for Normalising Clotting in Haemophilia A

The Pharma Data

Roche Unveils Promising Phase I/II Data for Next-Generation Bispecific Antibody NXT007 in Hemophilia A, Signaling a Major Step Toward Phase III Development Roche has shared encouraging new data from its early-stage clinical development program evaluating NXT007, a next-generation investigational bispecific antibody designed for people living with hemophilia A.

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St. Jude Algorithm Harnesses Water Dynamics to Accelerate Drug Discovery

Scienmag

In the intricate world of molecular biology, water has long been recognized as a fundamental player influencing the structure and function of proteins — the workhorse molecules of the cell. Despite its crucial role, the behavior and positioning of water molecules within protein environments have remained largely elusive to researchers, especially in the context of drug discovery.

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COVID-19 wastewater surveillance accurately predicts community infections

Medical Xpress

Published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases, a University of Minnesota research team has demonstrated that measuring SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater continues to accurately predict COVID-19 infections in a community.

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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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Early Invasive or Conservative Strategies for Older Patients With Acute Coronary Syndromes

JAMA Internal Medicine

This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the association of an early invasive strategy vs a conservative strategy with clinical outcomes for patients 70 years or older who present with acute coronary syndrome.

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Novartis Acquires Regulus Therapeutics, Expanding its RNA-Based Drug Pipeline

The Pharma Data

Novartis Finalizes Acquisition of Regulus Therapeutics, Strengthening Its Renal Disease Portfolio with Promising ADPKD Therapy Novartis AG, a leading global pharmaceutical company, has officially completed its acquisition of Regulus Therapeutics Inc. , a biotechnology firm known for its expertise in microRNA-targeting therapies. The deal marks a significant step in Novartis’ strategic expansion into kidney disease therapeutics, particularly for autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD

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Managing Cancer Patients’ Microbiota: An Ecological Approach

Scienmag

In recent years, the relationship between the human microbiota and cancer treatment outcomes has emerged as one of the most compelling frontiers in medical research. These intricate microbial ecosystems dwelling within our intestines exert profound influences on how patients respond to therapy, how side effects manifest, and ultimately on survival rates.

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Gilead’s Yeztugo Becomes First FDA-Approved Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Shot

XTalks

Gilead Sciences has announced the highly awaited FDA approval of its HIV treatment Yeztugo (lenacapavir). The therapy is the first and only long-acting injectable for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) that provides protection for six months with a single dose, meaning it only has to be taken twice a year. The approval marks a significant step forward in HIV prevention, offering a convenient alternative to daily oral PrEP regimens and monthly or bi-monthly injectable options.

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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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Supreme Court rejects challenge to free preventive care, bolsters RFK Jr.’s power

STAT News

The Supreme Court on Friday upheld a key Affordable Care Act provision requiring health insurers to cover certain recommended preventive services cost-free. The decision delivers a victory to health advocates, because services including cancer screenings, statins, and HIV prevention drugs called PrEP will continue to be available at no cost to many Americans.

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UCB’s GEMZ Phase 3 Trial Shows Promising Results for Fenfluramine in Treating CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder

The Pharma Data

UCB Announces Promising Phase 3 Results for Fenfluramine in CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder, Marking a Major Step Forward in Rare Epilepsy Treatment UCB , a global biopharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative therapies for neurological and immunological conditions, has announced positive top-line results from its Phase 3 GEMZ study evaluating fenfluramine as an adjunctive treatment for seizures associated with CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder (CDD).

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How Technology and Data Analytics Are Revolutionizing Healthcare to Save Lives: Insights from a New Book

Scienmag

A groundbreaking new book authored by an international team of researchers reveals the transformative potential of data-driven decision-making in healthcare, promising to save lives and significantly reduce treatment times. The book, titled Analytics Edge in Healthcare , serves as an indispensable resource tailored for health professionals, policymakers, and decision-makers eager to harness the power of advanced analytics in clinical and operational settings.

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Caris Life Sciences IPO Raises $494M to Advance AI-Driven Molecular Profiling and Oncology R&D

XTalks

Caris Life Sciences has officially stepped onto the public stage with its initial public offering (IPO), pricing 23,529,412 shares of its common stock at $21.00 per share. The IPO, which launched on June 18, 2025, on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker “CAI,” raised approximately $494 million before expenses. The offering drew attention from institutional investors, including Neuberger Berman, which indicated plans to purchase up to $75 million in shares.

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