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New real-world data guidance could accelerate drug approvals
The MHRA’s consultation, announced on International Clinical Trials, is intended to support creation of innovative UK clinical trials.
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UK Government commits to long-term R&D funding
The announcement supports the UK government’s broader plans for reformation of longer-term funding for the research and development sector.
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UK immigration reform – implications for life sciences
This article offers key industry perspectives on the UK government’s recent immigration whitepaper and highlights the challenge of balancing economic growth and attracting skilled talent.
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Takeda 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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GSK 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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Novel 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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World-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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Innovative 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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Tackling 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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Landmark 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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Improving 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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New 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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FDA 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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New $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.
