All articles by Catherine Eckford (European Pharmaceutical Review) – Page 15
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NewsNew J&J data signals progress in ulcerative colitis treatment landscape
The biologic delivered sustained remission in adults with the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) over the two-year study, results show.
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NewsFDA approves first-of-a-kind gene therapy for dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa
With clinical data showing the gene therapy can address large and challenging chronic wounds, the FDA’s decision will help improve quality of life for dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB) patients.
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NewsNew $1.7b Novartis acquisition to advance novel microRNA inhibitor
The merger deal between Novartis AG and Regulus Therapeutics is expected to push forward development of a potential first-in-class kidney disease drug.
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NewsEli Lilly to lead oligonucleotide therapy development in new collaboration
The partnership between Eli Lilly and Company and Creyon Bio will focus on producing safer, more effective RNA-targeted oligonucleotide therapies with the use of AI technology.
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NewsUSP boosts support for AAV-based gene therapy manufacturers
Alongside publication of the proposed General Chapter , the new resources from USP aim to help advance AAV gene therapies.
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NewsCHMP meeting highlights – April 2025
The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended approval of a variety of new medicines, including several treatments for hereditary and rare conditions.
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NewsCould investigational drug become first-in-class bronchiectasis therapy?
The small molecule treatment is currently being reviewed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), under the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA).
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NewsAutomated particle image analysis could optimise powder adhesion measurement
The research provides insight into effective measurement of particle adhesion, potentially enhancing pharmaceutical powder processing.
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NewsBoehringer agrees new partnership to advance first-in-class precision cancer therapies
The collaboration between Boehringer Ingelheim and Tessellate Bio seeks to address availability of targeted medicines for a cancer type shown to be difficult to treat.
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NewsAntibody treatment demonstrates potential in lupus kidney disease
The findings suggest that the biologic treatment could improve short-term outcomes for patients with lupus nephritis.
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NewsFDA approves novel therapy for chronic skin condition
The US approval could improve outcomes for eligible patients with previously limited options for managing the inflammatory skin condition.
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NewsEli Lilly releases topline data for new oral GLP-1
Subject to regulatory approval, the small molecule drug could provide a new treatment option for diabetes and obesity, Eli Lilly’s new data suggests.
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NewsNew drug delivery method for cell therapies reported
Findings from the proof-of-concept study highlight the safety of the novel delivery system for patients who are ineligible for standard intravenous cell therapy.
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NewsEuropean Commission Alzheimer’s drug approval marks advancement for EU patients
Lecanemab is the only approved Aβ monoclonal antibody that highly binds to and clears toxic protofibrils with high selectivity.
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NewsNew EU guidance seeks to address radiopharmaceutical supply chain vulnerabilities
The recommendations are issued amid increasing pressure on the complex supply chain for radiopharmaceuticals, medicines which are used to treat conditions such as cancer.
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NewsInnovative approach could improve cancer immunotherapy
A clinical trial is currently investigating the potential of CD40L-enhanced tumour-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) cancer therapy in non-small cell lung cancer.
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NewsNICE recommends new combination breast cancer drug
The agency’s recommendation could provide eligible breast cancer patients with a treatment that analysis suggest is to likely to work as well as two medicines already recommended by NICE.
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NewsNew analysis sets stage for improved UK clinical trials
Observations from the report will help the MHRA to strengthen clinical research and lay the foundation for accelerated innovation and medicine delivery to patients in the UK.
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NewsCPI launches first-of-a-kind digitalisation framework
CPI’s strategy will help pharmaceutical industry partners to accelerate digitalisation of the pharmaceutical manufacturing process.
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NewsGSK to advance antibody medicines for neurodegenerative diseases
The licensing agreement will support development of medicines for delivery across the blood-brain barrier to treat neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.