News – Page 23
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NewsNovo Nordisk CEO to exit role
Current market conditions in the pharmaceutical industry have driven the change to its executive leadership team, according to Novo Nordisk.
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NewsTakeda investigational drug shows efficacy in narcolepsy
If approved, the oral medicine could provide a first-in-class treatment option for eligible individuals with the chronic 24-hour disease.
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NewsGSK to expand hepatology pipeline with potential best-in-class therapy
The unique mechanism of action of efimosfermin supports its potential as a new standard-of-care in liver disease.
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NewsNovel breast cancer treatment approach significantly enhances survival
With its detailed safety data for chemotherapy and olaparib to treat early-stage breast cancer, the trial findings could lead to improved patient outcomes.
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NewsWorld-first approval supports AstraZeneca’s sustainability goals
Approval of the novel tool marks progress for both respiratory disease patients in the UK and reducing the global environmental impact of inhaled medicines.
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NewsInnovative CAR T therapy could deliver in broader therapeutic settings, research suggests
The novel cell therapy utilises a shortened manufacturing process compared to standard production timelines, offering potential for enhanced therapeutic capability.
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NewsTackling EU supply chain challenges while boosting innovation
Medicines for Europe calls for continued progress of pharmaceutical reforms such as the Critical Medicines Act, to support production of essential medicines in the region.
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NewsLandmark UK-India trade deal insufficient for life sciences, says industry body
The multi-billion-pound deal provides a boost to the UK’s economy, however it lacks provision to aid the country’s growth ambitions, states the ABPI.
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NewsImproving EU's regulatory framework for enhanced pharma competitiveness
Despite its potential to become a more attractive destination for drug developers, new research insists the EU market makes improvements such as faster regulatory approvals and closer collaboration.
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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.