BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
JANUARY 30, 2024
Since a landmark paper in 2022, drugmakers have begun nearly a dozen trials of cell therapies for lupus, with more set to start. Here’s why their efforts are worth watching.
Drugs.com
JANUARY 30, 2024
TUESDAY, Jan. 30, 2024 -- The maker of a drug used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy has recalled one lot of the medication after a pill mixup was discovered.The recall notice, issued by Azurity Pharmaceuticals Inc., states that one lot of Zenzedi.
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Forbes: Drug Truths
JANUARY 11, 2024
The FDA had been previously reluctant to approve such a plan for safety concerns.
Drug Target Review
JANUARY 8, 2024
What is “healthspan” and how does it relate to Life Bioscience’s mission? It is no mystery that as we age our health starts to deteriorate, and we become increasingly susceptible to diseases. If we take into consideration the timeframe of our lives, our “healthspan” is defined as the number of healthy years we live, which is different than our lifespan, the number of years of life.
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Clinical trial data management is increasingly challenging as studies grow in complexity. Quickly accessing and analyzing study data is vital for assessing trial progress and patient safety. In this paper, we explore real-time data access and analysis for proactive study management. We investigate using adverse event (AE) data to monitor safety and discuss a clinical analytics platform that supports collaboration and data review workflows.
LifeSciVC
JANUARY 16, 2024
By Aimee Raleigh, Principal at Atlas Venture, as part of the From The Trenches feature of LifeSciVC Just in time for new years’ reflections and resolutions, this year’s JPM felt like a refreshing burst of enthusiasm for a sector that has seen its challenges in 2022 and 2023 but also some green shoots. 2023 was a stellar year for M&A, comeback stories, burgeoning “hot” spaces, and for re-learning the basics of belt-tightening and careful capital allocation.
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
JANUARY 2, 2024
Human culture has evolved to allow humans to extract resources and helped us expand to dominate the biosphere. But the same evolutionary processes may counteract efforts to solve new global environmental threats like climate change, according to a new study. Tackling the climate crisis will require worldwide regulatory, technical and economic systems supported by strong global cooperation.
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Drugs.com
JANUARY 12, 2024
FRIDAY, Jan. 12, 2024 -- A universal coronavirus vaccine could have saved millions of lives and billions of dollars if one had been available prior to the pandemic, a new study argues. Further, a universal vaccine -- one that targets parts of the.
addgene Blog
JANUARY 11, 2024
Addgene is announcing we have chosen to stop all activity on X, formerly Twitter. If you are interested in engaging with us on social media, you can find us on Bluesky: @addgene.bsky.social; or @addgene on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and LinkedIn. We are also exploring other social media platforms with active scientific communities and welcome suggestions in the comments.
Broad Institute
JANUARY 25, 2024
With retinal images and genetic data, researchers predict cardiovascular, metabolic, and other disease risks By Tom Ulrich January 25, 2024 Breadcrumb Home With retinal images and genetic data, researchers predict cardiovascular, metabolic, and other disease risks Images commonly taken as part of eye care may provide valuable information about patients' ocular and systemic health By Liana Wait January 25, 2024 Credit: Pete/Flickr Related news #WhyIScience Q&A: An aspiring physician-scientist inv
Antidote
JANUARY 5, 2024
Though clinical trial patient recruitment is an integral part of the medical research process, it is often one of the most difficult aspects of conducting a study. There are various reasons for this challenge, and among them is the widespread existence of misconceptions about participating in research that many patients may see as a barrier to entry.
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Science Daily: Pharmacology News
JANUARY 11, 2024
Restricting calories is known to improve health and increase lifespan, but much of how it does so remains a mystery, especially in regard to how it protects the brain. Scientists have now uncovered a role for a gene called OXR1 that is necessary for the lifespan extension seen with dietary restriction and is essential for healthy brain aging.
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
JANUARY 4, 2024
Moonwalk Biosciences, the latest biotech cofounded by the gene editing scientist, joins other startups aiming to alter gene expression without changing DNA.
Drugs.com
JANUARY 12, 2024
FRIDAY, Jan. 12, 2024 -- Sickle cell disease is one of many chronic health conditions that dramatically increases the risk of hospitalization and death in people infected by COVID-19.Unfortunately, folks with sickle cell disease are much less.
Practical Cheminformatics
JANUARY 16, 2024
Following up on Part I and Part II, the third post in this series is a collection of review articles published in 2023 that I found helpful.
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Drug Target Review
JANUARY 23, 2024
What innovative approaches and technologies are anticipated to reshape immuno-oncology treatments in 2024? Immuno-oncology, notably through checkpoint inhibitors, has significantly reshaped cancer treatment over the past decade. The current shift focuses on enhancing their efficacy by addressing the crucial need for robust T cell responses, an apparent bottleneck for broader impact.
Antidote
JANUARY 29, 2024
For individuals living with a condition like melanoma, volunteering to participate in a clinical trial can be a rewarding experience. Not only will patients be able to gain access to potential new treatments, but they will also be directly contributing to research that can save lives — something that Jamie Troil Goldfarb has experienced firsthand. Jamie received a diagnosis of stage IV melanoma in 2011, only 11 weeks after giving birth to her child.
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
JANUARY 8, 2024
In recent years, there has been rising concern that tiny particles known as microplastics are showing up basically everywhere on Earth, from polar ice to soil, drinking water and food. Formed when plastics break down into progressively smaller bits, these particles are being consumed by humans and other creatures, with unknown potential health and ecosystem effects.
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
JANUARY 17, 2024
The offering is the fifth outlined by a biotech startup this month, suggesting companies are becoming more willing to gauge investors’ appetite for new stock offerings.
Drugs.com
JANUARY 18, 2024
THURSDAY, Jan. 18, 2024 -- Expecting moms who often turn to acetaminophen for their aches and pains are more likely to wind up with kids who have behavioral issues, a new study warns.Children between the ages of 2 and 4 were more likely to have.
Perficient: Drug Development
JANUARY 19, 2024
Many retailers are embarking on a digital transformation to modernize and scale their order management system (OMS) solution. Built on a modern architecture, the solution wraps Docker containers around order management business services. This architecture streamlines application management and the release of new functionality. The container technology also supports varying levels of technical acumen, business continuity, security, and compliance.
Drug Target Review
JANUARY 26, 2024
Researchers from Columbia University and the US Department of Energy (DOE)’s Brookhaven National Laboratory have elucidated a method to produce large quantities of the receptor that the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein uses to bind to the surface of human cells. Coronaviruses use the homotrimeric spike glycoprotein, comprising a S1 subunit and S2 subunit in each spike monomer, on the envelope to bind to their cellular receptors.
Antidote
JANUARY 26, 2024
Colorectal cancer (often shortened simply to colon cancer) is the fourth-most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States, and it is estimated that around 150,000 Americans are diagnosed each year. While the average age of diagnosis is 66, young adults are getting diagnosed in higher numbers every year, and researchers are still unsure as to why.
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
JANUARY 26, 2024
Compared to robots, human bodies are flexible, capable of fine movements, and can convert energy efficiently into movement. Drawing inspiration from human gait, researchers from Japan crafted a two-legged biohybrid robot by combining muscle tissues and artificial materials. This method allows the robot to walk and pivot.
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
JANUARY 29, 2024
The FDA is reviewing the companies’ application for a “tumor agnostic” indication for their drug Enhertu, which would break new ground for antibody-drug conjugates.
Drugs.com
JANUARY 4, 2024
THURSDAY, Jan. 4, 2024 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating reports of additional dangers linked to several wildly popular weight-loss drugs.In a quarterly report issued this week, the agency said it is investigating.
Perficient: Drug Development
JANUARY 19, 2024
In the world of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new era of large language models has emerged with the remarkable capabilities. ChatGPT , Gemini , Bard and Copilot have made an impact in the way we interact with mobile device and web technologies. We will perform a comparative analysis to highlight the capabilities of each tool. ChatGPT Gemini Bard Copilot Training Data Web Web Web Web Accuracy 85% 85% 70% 80% Recall 85% 95% 75% 82% Precision 89% 90% 75% 90% F1 Score 91% 92% 75% 84% Mu
Drug Target Review
JANUARY 15, 2024
Researchers from the Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) have used the reverse-blastocyst complementation (rBC) method to understand the conditions required to form lungs in rat-mouse chimeric models. They also used the tetraploid-based organ complementation (TOC) method to create a rat-derived lung in their mouse model. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third leading cause of global deaths.
Antidote
JANUARY 12, 2024
An estimated 1 in 10,000 people have primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) , a condition that impacts the bile ducts that run between the liver, the gallbladder, and the small intestine. The liver produces bile to transport to the gallbladder for storage, or to the small intestine where it aids in the digestion of fats. In the case of PSC, there is inflammation in the bile ducts (cholangitis) which leads to scarring (sclerosis) that narrows the ducts.
Science Daily: Pharmacology News
JANUARY 31, 2024
Trees are struggling to sequester heat-trapping carbon dioxide (CO2) in warmer, drier climates, meaning that they may no longer serve as a solution for offsetting humanity's carbon footprint as the planet continues to warm, according to a new study.
BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing
JANUARY 4, 2024
The company plans to restructure and will start a new late-stage study testing whether its “off-the-shelf” therapy can boost cure rates when used early on.
Drugs.com
JANUARY 2, 2024
TUESDAY, Jan. 2, 2024 -- Managing diabetes will be a less expensive proposition for more Americans in 2024.Sanofi has officially joined Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly in lowering the cost of insulin to $35 a month for many patients. The three.
LifeSciVC
JANUARY 12, 2024
Biotech feels like it’s got some wind in its sails here at the start of 2024, with positive sentiments from the JPM conference. Indeed, the public equity markets feeling somewhat buoyant for the first time in ages. With the close out of 2023, it’s time to take stock of the health of the private venture ecosystem. Analyzing Pitchbook data for venture funding into US-based biopharma companies, at least four themes are worth highlighting related to overall funding, startup creation, mega-rounds, an
Codon
JANUARY 21, 2024
Introduction The intentional infection of human beings with pathogens under study has been going on for centuries. In 1796, an English physician named Edward Jenner inoculated an 8-year-old boy against smallpox with cowpox lesions he retrieved from the hands of a dairymaid. Today, refined versions of these human challenge studies have become standard practice in testing vaccines for vector-borne diseases (e.g., yellow fever, malaria, and dengue), evaluating new drugs or treatments, and studying
Antidote
JANUARY 25, 2024
Recruiting patients for clinical trials is a common challenge for study sponsors conducting research. For this reason, it is often a wise strategy to work with an agency that specializes in outreach. These agencies excel at helping sponsors achieve their research goals within defined timelines and budgets.
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