AstraZeneca cell therapy acquisition to advance in vivo therapies
The company’s new acquisition, valued up to $1 billion, supports development of in vivo cancer treatments and the future of cell therapy.
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Nanomaterial research potential “game-changer” for drug delivery
The throughput achieved by the researchers exceeded that of other reported methods by orders of magnitude, supporting the advancement of precision nanomaterials.
European Commission approves Rytelo for LR- MDS-related anaemia
The European marketing authorisation offers a new treatment option for patients with transfusion-dependent anaemia in lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes (LR-MDS), who are unresponsive to erythropoiesis-stimulating agents.
NICE recommends innovative endometriosis pill
Approximately 1,000 eligible NHS patients could benefit from the new endometriosis treatment annually.
MSD bolsters US manufacturing capacity with $1b investment
Investment in the new manufacturing plant strengthens Merck (MSD)’s vaccine production capacity in the US.
Bristol Myers Squibb to acquire 2seventy bio
The proposed acquisition, worth nearly $300 million, could help to advance cell therapy in the oncology field.
Investigational plaque psoriasis treatments show promise in late-stage trials
With the Phase III trials demonstrating sustained skin clearance in plaque psoriasis, this could lead to patients accessing more treatment options to manage the autoimmune inflammatory disease.
Alzheimer’s drug requires strengthened pharmacovigilance approach
Ongoing real-world safety and effectiveness monitoring of the Alzheimer’s drug lecanemab is needed to protect patients long-term, drug safety researchers urge.
Vulnerable medicine list to aid US medicine supply resilience
The analysis from the US Pharmacopeia (USP) provides a mitigation strategy for manufacturers and other stakeholders to improve reliability of medicines amidst supply chain challenges.
CHMP meeting highlights – February 2025
The Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended approval of four new medicines plus the extension of therapeutic indications for 16 medicines.
Sustainable method converting waste into pharmaceuticals developed
The innovative artificial photosynthesis technique offers a new approach to eco-friendly chemical production.
New hub to drive manufacturing innovation in Scotland
The new digitally-led centre will help to accelerate economic growth and productivity in process manufacturing, while supporting a sustainable future in Scotland.
Imaging discovery could accelerate drug development
The organic fluorophore’s super-photostability enables tracking of previously undetectable biological processes hindered with traditional fluorescent dyes.
Could novel 3D printing method enhance intestinal drug delivery?
The research suggests that the innovative 3D printing method has “great” potential for personalised treatments of intestinal inflammatory diseases.
Greener method for ethylene oxide manufacture identified
The cleaner method could significantly lower production costs and reduce carbon dioxide emissions resulting from ethylene oxide manufacturing.
