Drug Target Review

APRIL 7, 2025

As our understanding of the underlying biology of disease grows more sophisticated, emerging therapies operate on increasingly complex biopathological systems and mechanisms. Safety biomarkers account for adverse effects of a therapy under study. There are several types of biomarkers to consider.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Bayer and Broad Institute extend cancer therapy research collaboration By Corie Lok November 2, 2023 Breadcrumb Home Bayer and Broad Institute extend cancer therapy research collaboration Long-standing industry-academia collaboration has already resulted in three clinical oncology candidates.

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Drug Target Review

JANUARY 4, 2024

What distinguishes Alder Therapeutics’ approach to regenerative cell therapy development from traditional methods, and how does it aim to reduce risks in the preclinical phase? Traditional approaches to regenerative cell therapy development are defined by several challenges. So, what makes these therapies unique?

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DrugBank

JULY 24, 2024

These multifunctional small molecules are like tiny spies, hijacking the body’s natural protein degradation system to remove unwanted proteins. For example, PROTACs targeting STAT3, a protein crucial for tumor growth, have shown promise where conventional therapies have failed.

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The Pharma Data

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Lead Pharma has entered into a collaboration and license agreement with Roche , hoping to lead the way in the development of oral small molecules for immune-mediated diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and inflammatory bowel diseases. . This includes therapies against the nuclear receptor ROR?t,

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Drug Target Review

JUNE 19, 2024

The mission of Lineage Cell Therapeutics is to deliver on some of the early promises of cell therapy. Cell therapy as a concept is a wonderful idea, but many of the early efforts never generated the kind of clinical data that gets people excited and leads to new medicines. Could you give us an overview of the Lineage platform?

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Alglucosidase alfa, a recombinant human acid α-glucosidase, was the first approved treatment for Pompe disease, but its uptake into skeletal muscle via the cation-independent mannose-6-phosphate (M6P) receptor (CIMPR) is limited. These results further substantiate the crucial role of CIMPR binding in lysosomal targeting of ERTs.

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Drug Target Review

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Most targeted cancer therapies used today operate by inhibiting targets along well-known oncogenic signalling cascades. The reactivation of oncogenic signalling upstream or downstream of the driving oncogene is a well-studied source of resistance to targeted cancer therapies.

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Drug Target Review

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This interview explores how CoRegen’s innovative techniques are not only transforming cancer treatment but also hold promise for a wide range of medical applications, all while minimising the side effects often associated with traditional therapies. What are the key benefits of your approach?

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Broad Institute

OCTOBER 4, 2023

By Allessandra DiCorato October 4, 2023 Credit: AbbVie The new small molecule inhibitor (green) sits inside the PTPN2 protein, where acidic sites are marked in red and basic sites are marked in blue. A new small-molecule drug candidate being tested in an early-stage clinical trial aims to improve patient responses to immunotherapy.

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Drug Target Review

JULY 12, 2023

Molecular-level biochemical assays like transcriptomics, genomics and proteomics have emerged as valuable tools for identifying potential targets in cancer treatment through deep cyclic inhibition (DCI). How does the DCI mechanism compare to the design of other drugs for cancer treatment?

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Drug Target Review

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Advances in research and development and the utilisation of combination treatment strategies are revolutionising the haematology care landscape, but more must be done to address patients’ individual needs. 2 It is this complexity that necessitates powerful, targeted combination therapies.

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DrugBank

OCTOBER 17, 2024

By harnessing the vast amounts of data generated throughout the development pipeline, pharmaceutical companies can accelerate the discovery of novel therapies, optimize clinical trial design, enhance drug safety monitoring, and deliver personalized medicine, ultimately improving patient outcomes and transforming the future of healthcare.

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KIF1A

JANUARY 27, 2024

Rare Roundup KRIBB develops new gene therapy candidate for hereditary spastic paraplegia This week we’re flipping the format and starting with our Rare Roundup, after families contacted us with this article about a gene therapy candidate for hereditary spastic paraplegia.

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Olympian Clinical Research

MAY 6, 2024

The journey toward effective treatments has been long and evolving, with recent breakthroughs offering new hope to those living with this challenging condition. From Coal Tar to Biologics: A Historical Perspective The history of psoriasis treatment is as old as the condition itself, with records dating back to ancient times.

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Drug Target Review

JULY 23, 2024

This laid the groundwork for my career in drug discovery using novel modalities like small molecule inhibitors, antibodies, RNA interference (RNAi) and, currently, small molecule protein degraders – which are opportunities to change how we think about medicines.

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DrugBank

JANUARY 9, 2025

Targeted Therapies vs. Traditional Treatments Traditional cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy, are inherently cytotoxic, targeting both cancerous and healthy cells. The development of imatinib to treat chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) serves as a hallmark for targeted therapies.

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The Pharma Data

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Biohaven acquires exclusive global rights to a portfolio of novel, small-molecule CGRP antagonists. In addition, we have advanced zavegepant, our intra-nasal CGRP receptor antagonist, successfully through its first pivotal trial, also for the acute treatment of migraine. TOKYO and CAMBRIDGE, England , Dec.

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New Drug Approvals

APRIL 2, 2025

1] [2] It is a non- opioid , small-molecule analgesic that works as a selective inhibitor of Na v 1.8 2] Medical uses Suzetrigine is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe acute pain in adults. [1] The FDA has long supported development of non-opioid pain treatment. Suzetrigine is taken by mouth. [1]

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PPD

JUNE 27, 2024

In recent years, AA has followed in the footsteps of other dermatology indications — including psoriasis and atopic dermatitis — with growing research and clinical studies focusing on small molecules with broad cellular effects (JAK and PDE4 inhibitors) and cytokine-specific molecules antagonists (IL-23, Th2 and IL17) to treat the condition.

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The Pharma Data

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance of an Investigational New Drug (IND) application for SLV213 for the treatment of COVID-19 and has dosed the first subjects in a Phase 1 clinical study. SLV213 is a novel, orally available, small molecule antiviral drug candidate that inhibits human host cell cysteine proteases to block viral entry.

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Drug Target Review

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

How does morADC technology combine the properties of small molecules and monoclonal antibodies to enhance anti-aggregation effects for CNS applications? The morADC are able to cross the blood-brain barrier more efficiently and offer higher potency than individual parent molecules.

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Alta Sciences

APRIL 17, 2024

Five Promising Treatment Areas in Early-Phase Drug Development in 2024 aasimakopoulos Wed, 04/17/2024 - 15:52 Early-phase drug development is an ever-changing landscape, as emerging science leads to new promising areas of research for the treatment of human health issues.

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The Pharma Data

JANUARY 31, 2021

Patent US10835501B2 Begins Development of Indication BioSciences’ Intellectual Patent Portfolio for statin plus cannabinoid combination therapies. Patent US10835501B2, which relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a statin and a cannabinoid, and their use for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia and atherosclerosis.

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Drug Target Review

JUNE 12, 2023

With 13 preclinical candidates and three AI-designed drugs currently undergoing clinical trials, Insilico is spearheading a revolution in cancer treatment and beyond. Can you provide a summary of the key findings and implications of the preclinical studies on ISM6331 for the treatment of advanced solid tumours?

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The Pharma Data

JUNE 7, 2022

AL01811 is a preclinical selective GBA2 inhibitor with first-in-class potential as an oral disease modifying treatment for Parkinson’s Disease Alectos to receive a $15 million upfront payment and is eligible to receive potential future development and commercial milestone payments. Biogen Inc. President and CEO at Alectos Therapeutics.

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The Premier Consulting Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

For drugs with FDA Orphan Drug Designation (ODD), Breakthrough Therapy Designation (BTD), and EMA PRIority MEdicines designation (PRIME), all clinical, non-clinical, and CMC requirements are still required for regulatory approval, despite being on pathways for an expedited approval process.

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The Pharma Data

JUNE 22, 2023

Kite Announces Completion of Marketing Authorization Transfer for Yescarta® CAR T-cell Therapy in Japan SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS We look forward to advancing new treatments in oncology with the potential to positively impact the lives of people with cancer in Japan. –(BUSINESS WIRE)– Kite Pharma, Inc.,

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The Pharma Data

JUNE 28, 2021

Broadens company’s oncology platform of Targeted Alpha Therapies / Acquisition includes actinium-225 labeled differentiated PSMA small molecule for the treatment of prostate cancer. The pre-IND program focuses on the treatment of prostate cancer, the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in men.

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The Pharma Data

AUGUST 7, 2021

Vividion’s platform is able to produce a variety of small molecule therapies across indications, with initial focus on targets relevant to oncology and immunology. The acquisition of Vividion strengthens Bayer’s small molecule capabilities and expands Bayer’s reach into new modalities.

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The Pharma Data

JANUARY 25, 2021

.–( BUSINESS WIRE )– Veralox Therapeutics, a biotechnology company developing first-in-class small molecule therapeutics that treat the underlying pathologies of diseases with significant unmet medical needs, today announced that the U.S. Boxer, PhD, Chief Operating Officer of Veralox Therapeutics. About VLX-1005.

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The Pharma Data

JANUARY 10, 2021

SH ) submitted its pivotal phase III clinical trial application (IND) of national class I innovative drug Chiauranib to NMPA, for the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) as a single agent for the patients after 2nd-line systemic chemotherapy and recurrence afterwards. (Chipscreen Biosciences, Stock Symbol: 688321.SH

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The Pharma Data

DECEMBER 15, 2020

FDA Approves Klisyri (tirbanibulin) for the Treatment of Actinic Keratosis on the Face or Scalp. NASDAQ: ATNX), a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel therapies for the treatment of cancer and related conditions, today announced that the U.S. BUFFALO, N.Y.,

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MAY 31, 2022

The primary endpoint of LUMA is Time to Confirmed Worsening in Movement Disorder Society Unified Parkinson’s Disease Rating Scale (MDS-UPDRS) parts II and III combined score over the treatment period. BIIB122 is an investigational small molecule inhibitor of LRRK2 that was discovered and developed by Denali.

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The Pharma Data

APRIL 6, 2021

Approvals were based on the overall response rate (ORR) from the open-label, single-arm Phase II CHRONOS-1 (NCT01660451) trial of copanlisib monotherapy in 104 adult patients with follicular B-cell NHL who had relapsed disease following at least two prior systemic therapies. Additional filings in other regions are underway or planned.

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Drug Target Review

MAY 23, 2023

Therapies developed in recent decades have transformed the treatment of IBD, making hospitalisation and surgery less common. However, many patients respond poorly to corticosteroid treatment, or their immune system responds unfavourably to biological therapies, such as the development of autoimmune diseases.

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The Pharma Data

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Vertex Pharmaceuticals has decided to give up on its experimental VX-814, a small molecule drug for the rare genetic disease Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD), canning the drug’s development after seeing lackluster results from an early phase 2 trial. James Miessler.

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