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Roche announces FDA approval of FoundationOne Liquid CDx, a comprehensive pan-tumour liquid biopsy test

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FoundationOne Liquid CDx analyses more than 300 cancer-related genes and multiple genomic signatures to help inform treatment decisions for all solid tumour cancers. FoundationOne Liquid CDx adds to Foundation Medicine’s genomic testing portfolio supporting Roche’s mission to deliver truly personalised healthcare.

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Repurposing FDA-approved drugs may help combat COVID-19

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Several FDA-approved drugs – including for type 2 diabetes, hepatitis C and HIV – significantly reduce the ability of the Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2 to replicate in human cells, according to new research led by scientists at Penn State. ” The findings published today (Feb. ” The findings published today (Feb.

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Roche announces FDA approval of Gavreto (pralsetinib) for the treatment of adults with metastatic RET fusion-positive non-small cell lung cancer

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This indication was approved under the FDA’s Accelerated Approval programme, based on data from the phase I/II ARROW study. Continued approval for this indication may be contingent upon verification and description of clinical benefit in a confirmatory trial. months, not reached). 2 The most common adverse reactions (?

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Can liquid biopsies transform precision medicine?

Drug Discovery World

CTCs reflect high levels of tumour heterogeneity, represent clonal evolution, and are suitable for treatment selection, real-time longitudinal disease monitoring and in vitro/in vivo culture. Brett Swansiger, Chief Commercial Officer at ANGLE discusses the importance of liquid biopsies in precision medicine trials for cancer.

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Can vertical AI advance cell and gene therapies? 

Drug Discovery World

With human clinical trials with AI-designed drugs now ongoing, it’s only a matter of time until the FDA approves its first AI-designed drug. Andrew Busey , Co-Founder, Form Bio discusses why vertical AI is set to reshape the cell and gene therapy sector. Here’s what this means for pharmaceutical leaders and patients.

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The Utility of Liquid Biopsy in Oncology Clinical Trials

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These tumor-derived entities are used to derive genomic and proteomic data. Liquid biopsy tests in oncology involve isolating entities such as circulating tumor cells (CTC), circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) and tumor-derived exosomes. The same webinar held a Q&A session with Dr. Bahassi and two other experts from Medpace, Dr. Lyon L.

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Top 10 Fastest Growing Medical Device Companies in 2023

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Their groundbreaking Tablo Hemodialysis System, cleared by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use from hospital to home, signifies a monumental leap in technology, revolutionizing the dialysis experience for patients while streamlining operational aspects for providers. In 2021, Axonics achieved an impressive revenue of $180.3