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Advertising/Marketing Trends to Expect in Q1 of 2025
Ted Sweetser, VP, Ad Partnerships and Strategy, PurpleLab, identifies advertising/marketing trends he expects in Q1 of 2025.
Vaccines After COVID: Biopharma's Renewed Public Health and Commercial Push
At the Financial Times’ Global Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024, a panel discussed the potential of mRNA technology in developing cancer vaccines amid distrust from the public.
FDA Approves Johnson & Johnson’s Varipulse for Drug-Resistant Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
The Varipulse platform includes a single-device workflow with minimal to zero fluoroscopy requirements, real-time imaging, and lesion tagging for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.
Kann man den Randm Tornado 15000 nach Gebrauch nachfüllen?
Randm Tornado 15000 nach Gebrauch Der RandM Tornado 15000 ist mehr als nur ein Einweg-Vaporizer; er ist ein innovatives Wunder. Dieses nikotinfreie Gerät setzt neue Maßstäbe in puncto Langlebigkeit, Geschmacksvielfalt und benutzerfreundliche…
Biotech Investor Sentiment Climbing Steadily, with Growing Enthusiasm Heading into 2025
The sector’s XBI is up 15% year-to-date; rate cuts, election outcome, and M&A are viewed as tailwinds.
Key Findings of the NIAGARA and HIMALAYA Trials
In this episode of the Pharmaceutical Executive podcast, Shubh Goel, head of immuno-oncology, gastrointestinal tumors, US oncology business unit, AstraZeneca, discusses the findings of the NIAGARA trial in bladder cancer and the…
Strategies for the Looming Pharma Patent Cliff
At the Financial Times’ Global Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024, a panel discussed ways to prepare for the high number of incoming patent expiries and how to protect key drugs.
Financial Times Global Pharma and Biotech Summit: The Impact of the Election
How will President Trump’s return to office impact the pharma industry?
Dealmaking and Partnerships: The Future of Financing Innovation
At the Financial Times’ Global Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024, a breakout panel discussed how dealmaking remains vital for biopharma companies facing pipeline and revenue pressures.
How to Bring World’s Most Innovative Treatments to Least Wealthy Places
At the Financial Times’ Global Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024, a panel discussed initiatives aimed at bringing cell and gene therapies to low- and middle-income countries.
Global Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Innovation Under Pressure
At the Financial Times’ Global Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024, Christophe Weber, president and CEO, Takeda, discusses how trust and collaboration between the biopharma industry and stakeholders can be implemented to support…
Global Pharma and Biotech Summit: The Impact of Politics on Pharma and Biotech
Amgen CEO Robert A. Bradway discusses the potential impact of the election, and politics in general, will have on the industry.
Pharma Pulse 11/4/24: Community Pharmacies in Crisis, Insights Into ADHD Diagnoses in Adult Women & more
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Viking Therapeutics Presents Positive Data from VK2735 for Reducing Body Weight Effectively and Safely
Results from the VENTURE Phase II trial and a Phase I oral formulation study found that VK2735, a novel a dual GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist, demonstrated promise in treating obesity.
Recent Developments in Pharmaceutical Validation
Explore the latest pharmaceutical validation developments with industry experts from Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Kneat Solutions, and No Deviation. You’ll gain valuable data-driven insights and discover emerging trends from the State of Validation…
Biopharma Needs a Health System Strategy to Secure Optimal Market Access
In today’s pharmaceutical market access landscape, payers are not the sole decision-makers in utilization management development.
Pharma Pulse 11/1/24: Navigating Diversity and Digital Innovation, Key Clinical Information on Infertility & more
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Key Benefits of RWD in Privacy and Targeting Effectiveness
Ted Sweetser, VP, Ad Partnerships and Strategy, PurpleLab discussed how the use of Real-World Data has evolved in the healthcare industry in terms of privacy and targeting effectiveness.
Eisai Completes Rolling Biologics License Application to FDA for Subcutaneous Maintenance Dosing Option of Leqembi for Alzheimer Disease
The subcutaneous form of Leqembi was previously granted Fast Track designation by the FDA to treat mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia associated with Alzheimer disease based on data from the Clarity…
Wegovy Demonstrates Superiority Over Placebo in Patients with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis
Results from Part I of the Phase III ESSENCE trial found that Wegovy 2.4 mg achieved a 37% improvement in liver fibrosis without worsening steatohepatitis in patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis compared…
Expanded Access Treatment Options: Q&S with Johnson and Johnson Innovative Medicine’s Christine MacCracken
The executive director of patient strategies & solutions discusses J&J’s new Guide to Expanded Access.
AbbVie, EvolveImmune Therapeutics Strike Deal to Develop Biotherapeutics for Resistant Cancer Cells
The deal is expected to leverage EvolveImmune’s T-cell engager EVOLVE platform to develop novel antibody-based therapies for solid and hematologic malignancies.
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Novartis’ Scemblix for Newly Diagnosed Chromosome-Positive Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Accelerated approval is based on results of the ASC4FIRST Phase III trial, which demonstrated Scemblix’s superior efficacy in achieving major molecular response compared to standard of care tyrosine kinase inhibitors in patients…
Daiichi Sankyo, AstraZeneca Launch Phase III Trials of Datopotamab Deruxtecan in Advanced Nonsquamous Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The trials will investigate datopotamab deruxtecan in combination with treatments including rilvegostomig, osimertinib, and chemotherapy in patients with nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer.
GSK Agrees to Terms to Acquire Novel Treatment for Autoimmune Diseases from Chimagen Biosciences
CMG1A46 is currently being developed for B cell-driven autoimmune diseases, primarily systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis.
FDA Approves Protega Pharmaceuticals’ Roxybond for Severe Pain Management
Roxybond is the and only FDA-approved abuse-deterrent immediate-release 10 mg oxycodone formulation designed to reduce abuse of pain medication via intranasal and intravenous routes.
AbbVie Agrees to Terms to Acquire Aliada Therapeutics
Acquisition includes Aliada’s lead asset, ALIA-1758, which is being developed for the treatment of Alzheimer disease.
Merck, Moderna Launch Phase III Trial of V940 in Combination with Keytruda for Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Collaboration seeks to advance the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer by combining Keytruda with Moderna’s novel neoantigen therapy, which has shown positive results across cancer types.
MDMA Therapy for Mental Health Conditions: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?
Despite a recent FDA Complete Response Letter issued to Lykos for midomafetamine capsules for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder, experts believe that the future is bright for psychedelic drugs that treat…
Fake Weight Loss Drugs: Growing Threat to Consumer Health
In this episode of the Pharmaceutical Executive podcast, UpScriptHealth’s Peter Ax, Founder and CEO, and George Jones, Chief Operations Officer, discuss the issue of counterfeit weight loss drugs, the potential health risks…
Pharma Pulse 10/25/24: Improving Site-Sponsor Collaboration, Communication Skills Crucial for Patient Safety & more
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Identifying Illicit Actors vs Compound Pharmacies
Scott Brunner, CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding, explains how to identify a compound pharmacy versus and illicit actor.
AbbVie, Gedeon Richter Ink Deal to Develop Novel Targets for Neuropsychiatric Conditions
Under terms of the deal, Richter will receive an upfront cash payment of $25 million, along with potential future development, regulatory, and commercialization milestones.
Report: Radiopharmaceutical Market Expected to Reach $26.51 Billion by 2031
Growth is expected due to increased instances of chronic diseases such as cancer and Alzheimer disease.
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Creation of Medicines
Najat Khan, chief R&D officer, chief commercial officer, Recursion, and Fred Hassan, director, Warburg Pincus, discuss how artificial intelligence can help reduce healthcare costs at the 20th Annual Young & Partners Pharmaceutical…
Merck Agrees to Terms to Acquire Modifi Biosciences
Under terms of the deal, Merck will provide an upfront payment of $30 million, with potential milestone payments of up to $1.3 billion for the Yale University spinout that develops targeted therapies…
Young & Partners Pharmaceutical Executive Summit 2024: Brave New World – Where Are We Heading?
Peter Marks, director, Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, FDA, presented the keynote presentation on the future of gene therapy as part of the 20th Annual Young & Partners Pharmaceutical Executive Summit…
Qnovia CEO to Speak at Public Meeting with FDA and NIH
The meeting is set to focus on advancing smoking cessation.
Sanofi, CD&R Ink Deal to Support Consumer Healthcare Company Opella
Under terms of the deal, Sanofi would sell a 50% controlling stake in Opella to CD&R, while remaining a significant shareholder.
FDA Expands Indication of Alvotech and Teva’s Stelara Biosimilar
The expanded indication of Selarsdi for the treatment of diseases such as psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn disease is expected to support the official launch early next year.
FDA Approves Allergan Aesthetics’ Botox Cosmetic for Moderate to Severe Vertical Platysma Bands
Regulatory action marks the fourth aesthetic indication and the first beyond facial treatments for Botox.
Will Pharma Increase Use of Personalized Audio Use in Marketing?
In this part of her video interview, Amanda Powers-Han, Chief Marketing Officer, Greater Than One and Pharmaceutical Executive Advisory Board Member discusses how personalized audio will be utilized within the pharma marketing…
Measuring the ROI of Marketing Efforts
In this part of her video interview, Amanda Powers-Han, Chief Marketing Officer, Greater Than One and Pharmaceutical Executive Advisory Board Member discusses how CMOs effectively measure the return on investment (ROI) of…
Johnson & Johnson Details Six Ways it Utilizes AI
The company includes the technology in drug development, improving efficiency, and other areas.
Healthcare Companies in Florida Partner to Provide Hurricane Relief
Sun Life U.S. teamed up with several other Florida-based companies to provide needed assistance in areas impacted by the recent storms.
Pharma Pulse 10/18/24: Driving Diversity with the Integrated Research Model, More Treatment Options for Schizophrenia & more
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FDA Grants Priority Review to GSK’s Gepotidacin for Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections
Priority Review status for GSK’s New Drug Application for gepotidacin was based on promising results from the Phase III EAGLE-2 and EAGLE-3 trials, which demonstrated non-inferiority to nitrofurantoin in uncomplicated urinary tract…
FDA Approves Expanded Indication for Lumryz in Pediatric Patients with Narcolepsy
Expanded approval of Lumryz offers a once-nightly treatment option for younger patients, eliminating the need for traditional narcolepsy treatments that often require multiple doses throughout the night.
Sanofi, Orano Strike Deal to Develop Radioligand Medicines for Rare Cancers
Partnership is expected to develop radioligand therapies based on lead-212 alpha-emitting isotopes, which offer the opportunity to destroy cancer cells with minimal damage to healthy tissue.
FDA Approves AbbVie’s Vyalev for Advanced Parkinson Disease
Vyalev is the first and only FDA-approved subcutaneous 24-hour infusion of a levodopa-based therapy for the treatment of motor fluctuations in adults with advanced Parkinson disease.
Nipocalimab Demonstrates Sustained Disease Control in Adolescents with Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
Results from the Phase II/III Vibrance-MG study found that patients with generalized myasthenia gravis who were treated with nipocalimab plus standard-of-care achieved sustained disease control.
Using AI and Advanced Analytics Tools to Optimize Marketing Strategies
In this part of her video interview, Amanda Powers-Han, Chief Marketing Officer, Greater Than One and Pharmaceutical Executive Advisory Board Member discusses how CMOs can leverage artificial intelligence and other advanced analytics…
Pharmaceutical Executive: October 2024 Issue (PDF)
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Exelixis, Merck Strike Deal to Develop Zanzalintinib for Multiple Types of Cancer
As part of the collaboration, Exelixis and Merck will evaluate zanzalintinib in combination with Keytruda for head and neck cancer.
‘Selling a Vision’: Today’s Playbook for Startups
The Big Pharma commercialization playbook doesn’t work for emerging life sciences companies bootstrapping their way up. Exploring three strategies that could be the ingredients of a winning formula for startups.
AI: A Value Advantage? Maximizing Your Brand Outreach
Practical ways product teams can leverage the benefits of generative artificial intelligence as a strategic advantage in pharmaceutical and life sciences commercialization.
Amwins Expands Gene Therapy Coverage
The program will now cover 15 gene and cell therapies.
Integrating Digital Solutions to Enhance Traceability and Safety in Drug Administration
Laura Johnson, senior director, sales, life sciences, Loftware, discusses integrating digital solutions with traceability and drug administration.
Trading Quality for Convenience? The New Tech Balancing Act
Announcements such as Apple’s come with pros and cons for industry.
FDA Approves Roche’s Itovebi for Endocrine-Resistant, PIK3CA-Mutated Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative Locally Advanced or Metastatic Breast Cancer
Approval was based on results from the Phase III INAVO120 trial, which found that Itovebi in combination with palbociclib and fulvestrant significantly improved progression-free survival in patients with endocrine-resistant, PIK3CA-mutated, hormone receptor-positive,…
How to Rally a Team Around Building a New Business
Three key components to scaling quickly—while maintaining purpose.
Amazon Targeting the Transactional in the Pharma Market
A value deficit and potential consumer value proposition.
Arexvy Demonstrates Sustained Protection From Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Adults Over 60 Years of Age for Three Seasons
Data from the Phase III AReSVi-006 clinical trial found that Arexvy offered a cumulative efficacy of 62.9% against lower respiratory tract disease caused by respiratory syncytial virus.
The Role of Digital Passports in Preventing Off-Label Usage
Laura Johnson, senior director, sales, life sciences, Loftware, discusses ways that digital passports can help ensure patients receive the correct medication.
FDA Grants Breakthrough Therapy Designation to Biogen’s Felzartamab for Late Antibody-Mediated Rejection in Kidney Transplants
Felzartamab granted Breakthrough Designation after a clinical trial showed a significant improvement in late antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplant recipients compared with placebo.
Plan Ahead: Mastering Your AI Budget for 2025 Success
Generative AI is just one part of the artificial intelligence and machine learning that is being used by life science organizations, emerging as a major area of interest and an area in…
Astellas, AviadoBio Strike Exclusive Option, License Agreement for Potential Treatment for Frontotemporal Dementia
Under terms of the deal, Astellas will obtain the license for the global development and commercialization of AVB-101 to treat frontotemporal dementia with progranulin mutations.
Challenges of Unclear Product Labeling on Patient Outcomes
Laura Johnson, senior director, sales, life sciences, Loftware, discusses scenarios where unclear labeling led to challenges for patient outcomes.
AstraZeneca, CSPC Pharmaceutical Group Reach Exclusive Licensing Agreement to Develop Lipid-Lowering Therapy
Under the agreement, AstraZeneca will be granted access to CSPC’s small molecule candidate, YS2302018, with the goal of treating dyslipidemia and cardiovascular disease.
Luci Diagnositcs Launches Precancer Testing Event for Former NFL Players
The event, part of the #CheckYourFoodTube campaign, was held in Cincinnati, Ohio.
BCS Financial Introduces Employer Group Gene Therapy Stop Loss
The stop loss is designed to protect against potentially massive costs related to gene therapy treatments.
Combating Diseases with Limited Investment Incentives: Q&A with Dr. Claire Wagner
Dr. Wagner discusses her work with the Bill and Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute.
Hologic Launches Breast Cancer Myth Busting Campaign
The campaign is called #BustTheMyth and is aimed at patient education.
FDA Approves Bristol Myers Squibb’s Opdivo in Combination with Chemotherapy for Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Approval for Opdivo was based on results from the CheckMate-77T trial, which demonstrated that the combination significantly improved event-free survival and pathologic complete response in adults with resectable non-small cell lung cancer…
FDA Approves Exact Sciences' Cologuard Plus Non-Invasive Colorectal Cancer Screening Test
Approval of Cologuard Plus follows results from the BLUE-C study, which demonstrated a 95% sensitivity for detecting colorectal cancer.
Pharma Pulse 10/4/24: Regulatory Challenges With Data Collection, Poor Sleep Quality Linked to Dementia & more
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Sun Pharma, Philogen Ink Global Commercialization Deal for Fibromun, an Anti-Cancer Immunotherapy
Under terms of the deal, Philogen will complete clinical trials for Fibromun, seek approval, and handle manufacturing, with Sun Pharma leading global commercialization.
Thursday Night DTC Marketing: Q&A with Dan Switzer
Daiichi Sankyo’s head of US oncology business discusses the company’s first DTC television campaign for Enhertu.
FDA Approves Fresenius Kabi, Formycon’s Stelara Biosimilar for Multiple Inflammatory Diseases
Marketed as a biosimilar to Stelara, approval of Otulfi was based on clinical data demonstrating comparable efficacy in treating inflammatory conditions such as Crohn disease, ulcerative colitis, moderate to severe plaque psoriasis,…
Merck Completes Acquisition of Investigational Bispecific Antibody Therapy from Curon Biopharmaceutical
CN201 is currently being evaluated in Phase I and Phase Ib/II clinical trials for relapsed or refractory non-Hodgkin lymphoma and B-cell acute lymphocytic leukemia.
Can Data and AI Deliver Whole-Person Health?
Executives in the life sciences and medical device industries see promise in artificial intelligence (AI) and medical technologies, but must also navigate the changing healthcare ecosystem, varied stakeholder needs, and the impact…
FDA Approves Cordis’ Vascular Closure Device for Cardiac Ablation Procedures
Approval of the Mynx Control Venous vascular closure device was based on results from the ReliaSeal trial, which demonstrated 100% procedural and device success in cardiac ablation procedures.
FDA Approves Genentech’s Vabysmo to Treat Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Macular Edema, Macular Edema Following Retinal Vein Occlusion
The Vabysmo prefilled syringe is designed to simplify administration for retina specialists, improving the treatment experience for both physicians and patients with wet age-related macular degeneration, diabetic macular edema, and macular edema…
FDA Grants Full Approval to Johnson & Johnson’s Sirturo for Pulmonary Tuberculosis Caused by Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Resistant to Rifampicin and Isoniazid
Results from the Phase III STREAM Stage 2 study show the efficacy and safety of an all-oral bedaquiline-containing regimen for multidrug-resistant pulmonary tuberculosis.
Robert A. Michael Becomes AbbVie CEO
As previously announced, Michael assumed the role on July 1.
FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to Inozyme Pharma’s INZ-701, a Treatment for Patients with ABCC6 Deficiency
The Fast Track designation for INZ-701 was based nonclinical pharmacology data and preliminary safety and efficacy data from the ongoing Phase I/II trial of INZ-701 in adults with ABCC6 Deficiency.
PrimeRx Launches Digital Platform for Pharmacy Drug Ordering
The platform is similar to other recent digital platforms in that it is designed to reduce drug costs.
Pharma Pulse 7/3/24: What to Know About New and Future ALZ Drugs, Bridging the Gap Between Innovation and Implementation & more
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Pharma Pulse 7/5/24: The Impact of FDA's Diversity Action Plan, Apple Poised to Get OpenAI Board Observer Role & more
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Femasys Founder Discusses Femaseed Technology Designed to Support Infertility
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Kathy Lee-Sepsick, Founder, CEO, Femasys, offers a description of how Femaseed works to support women who struggle with infertility.
Pharma Pulse 7/4/24: Colder Temperatures May Worsen Asthma Symptoms, New FDA Approved ALZ Drug to Accelerate New Era of Treatment & more
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Michael J. Fox Foundation and Parkinson’s UK Award $5.2 Million to Mission Therapeutics for Research into Potential Parkinson’s Treatment
MTX325 is in Phase I trials and is believed to be able to modify the course of the disease.
Health In Tech Announces New Partnerships to Expand Health Insurance Options for Employers in Southern Ohio
The company announced that it has partnered with Adena Health and The Ohio State University Health Plan Solutions.
Moderna Awarded $176 Million from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority to Expedite Development of mRNA-Based Influenza Vaccines
Funding from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) is expected to support the late-stage development and licensure of a pre-pandemic vaccine targeting the H5 influenza virus.
FDA Approves Lilly’s Kisunla for the Treatment of Early Symptomatic Alzheimer’s Disease
Kisunla is the first amyloid plaque-targeting therapy that allows for stopping treatment upon plaque removal, company says.
Carvykti Demonstrates Clinically Meaningful Improvement in Patients with Relapsed or Lenalidomide-Refractory Multiple Myeloma After One Line of Prior Therapy
Results of the Phase III CARTITUDE-4 study showed that treatment with Carvykti achieved a more significant improvement in overall survival (OS) compared to standard therapies.
AI’s Promise in Delivering on Patient-Centricity
How pharmaceutical companies can utilize AI at key stages of the treatment journey to enhance patient-centric engagement by increasing empathy and humanity in patient interactions.
FDA Approves New Drug Application for Shorla Oncology’s Tepylute, a Ready-to-Dilute Formulation for the Treatment of Breast and Ovarian Cancer
Reportedly, the liquid formulation of Tepylute eliminates the need for complex and time-consuming reconstitution, providing consistent dosing accuracy and allowing for timely preparation.
UltraSight Announces Partnership with Butterfly Garden AI-Marketplace
UltraSight will join the AI marketplace.
Pharma Pulse 6/28/24: Acupuncture Decreases Hot Flashes, The Benefits of Using AI in Data Management & more
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Citius Pharmaceuticals Co-Founder and CEO Discusses the Recently Accepted Biologics License Application of Lymphir for the Treatment of Relapsed/Refractory CTCL
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Leonard Mazur, Co-founder, CEO, Citius Pharmaceuticals, offers an update on the recently accepted Biologics License Application for Lymphir by the FDA and…
FDA Approves Verona’s Ohtuvayre for the Maintenance Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Ohtuvayre is the first inhaled product with a novel mechanism of action for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to be approved in 20 years.
With CEO Turnover Rising to Record Levels, How Can Incoming, Existing Executives Build a Sustainable Role?
A Q&A with Russell Reynolds’ Global Lead of CEO & Executive Transition Practice, Ty Wiggins, PhD.
CDC’s Advisory Committee Unanimously Recommends Vaxelis to Prevent Invasive Hemophilus Influenzae Type B in American Indian and Alaska Native Infants
The inclusion of Vaxelis in the CDC’s preferential recommendations is expected to influence vaccine administration strategies and public health policies in high-risk populations moving forward.
FDA Issues Complete Response Letter to Merck and Daiichi Sankyo for Patritumab Deruxtecan for Advanced, Metastatic EGFR-Mutated Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
The Complete Response Letter was issued as a result of inspection findings at a third-party manufacturing facility, unrelated to patritumab deruxtecan’s efficacy or safety in patients with advanced or metastatic EGFR-mutated non-small…
FDA Approves Genmab’s Epkinly to Treat Adults with Relapsed or Refractory Follicular Lymphoma After Two or More Lines of Systemic Therapy
Approval of Epkinly was based on results from the Phase I/II EPCORE trial in patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma who have already completed two or more lines of systemic therapy.
Eli Lilly, OpenAI Strike Collaboration Agreement Seeking to Discover New Antimicrobials to Fight Drug-Resistant Bacteria
The collaboration with OpenAI is part of Lilly’s strategy to combat drug-resistant pathogens through its Social Impact Venture Capital Portfolio.
FDA Accepts Otsuka and Lundbeck’s Supplemental New Drug Application for Brexpiprazole to Treat Adults with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Results from three randomized clinical trials show safety and efficacy of a brexpiprazole-sertraline combination in adult patients with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Advancing Bispecific Biologic Therapies for Solid Tumors and Blood Cancers
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Pedro Valencia, VP, Solid Tumor Pipeline Strategy & Execution, AbbVie, discusses how AbbVie is advancing the development of bispecific biologic therapies in…
Novo Nordisk to Invest $4.1 Billion in Expanding Manufacturing Capabilities in the United States
Investment is expected to fund a new fill and finish manufacturing facility to enhance production of injectable treatments for obesity and chronic diseases.
Improving the Efficacy of Genetic Medicines
Shawn Davis, CEO of Liberate Bio, shares some insights into the world of drug discovery, development, and delivery, as well as process optimization
FDA Approves Harmony Biosciences’ Wakix to Treat Excessive Daytime Sleepiness in Pediatric Patients with Narcolepsy
Approval of Wakix marks the first time a non-scheduled treatment option for excessive daytime sleepiness has been approved for patients ages 6 years and older.
Novel Therapy Shows Significant Promise Slowing Parkinson Disease Progression
Data from an early phase trial published in Nature found that Parkinson disease patients treated with UB-312 experienced significant improvements in motor functions and daily living.
Aidoc AI Software Used to Reduce Missed Follow Up Appointments
The company announced updates to its software to focus on this issue.
Pharma Pulse 6/21/24: Improving Access to Trials Through Decentralization & Flexible Design, South Africa Runs Out of Insulin Pens & more
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Preventing Bias in AI: Q&A with Michael Armstrong
The CTO of Authenticx discusses preventing bias from becoming part of AI models.
FDA Expands Approval of Sarepta Therapeutics’ Elevidys for the Treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Expansion of Elevidys includes patients over the age of four years with Duchenne muscular dystrophy regardless of their ambulatory status.
Phase III Trial Data Show Lenacapavir Demonstrated 100% Efficacy Preventing HIV in Cisgender Women
Results of the PURPOSE 1 trial indicated that a twice-yearly injection of lenacapavir outperformed the once-daily oral Truvada preventing HIV in cisgender women.
Beyond the Numbers: Extrapolating Today’s Trends Forward
Q&A with Evaluate’s Paul Verdin digs deeper into the data-backed drivers likely to sway the future growth and jockeying of biopharma’s top players.
FDA Approves Botanix Pharmaceuticals’ Sofdra for the Treatment of Primary Axillary Hyperhidrosis
Approval of Sofdra marks the first chemical entity to be approved by the FDA to treat primary axillary hyperhidrosis.
Utilizing Biomarkers to Develop First-in-Class Antibody Drug Conjugates to Treat Advanced Solid Tumors
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Pedro Valencia, VP, Solid Tumor Pipeline Strategy & Execution, AbbVie, discusses using novel cancer biomarkers to develop potential first-in-class antibody drug conjugates…
FDA Approves AbbVie’s Skyrizi for the Treatment of Adults with Moderate to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis
Approval of Skyrizi marks the first IL-23 specific inhibitor approved for both ulcerative colitis and Crohn disease of similar severity, according to AbbVie.
FDA Approves Merck’s Keytruda in Combination with Carboplatin and Paclitaxel to Treat Advanced or Recurrent Endometrial Carcinoma
Approval of Keytruda combination for patients with primary advanced or recurrent endometrial carcinoma is based on results from the NRG-GY018/KEYNOTE-868 clinical trial, which was Phase III trial to evaluate an anti-PD-1 immunotherapy…
Lamassu Pharma Bridges Scientific Knowledge and Patient Care
Gabi Hanna, MD, CEO and Co-Founder of Lamassu Pharma talks about a novel oncology platform and the link between science and patient care.
2024 Pharm Exec Top 50 Companies
Highlighted by notable company and product maneuvering at the top and the continued dramatic growth of therapeutic settings such as GLP-1s, Pharm Exec’s latest listing of the top global biopharma sales producers…
Opposite Spectrums
Our June issue of Pharmaceutical Executive offers a uniquely diverse range of coverage and voices—a “sum-of-its-parts” balance that’s not always easy to pull off.
Pharmaceutical Executive: June 2024 Issue (PDF)
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Imbruvica Demonstrates Long-Term Efficacy, Safety in First-Line Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Data presented at the European Hematology Association Congress indicated that patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia treated with Imbrivica had a significantly longer median progression-free survival compared to patients treated with chlorambucil.
Craig Tooman: Silencing the Distractions
Craig Tooman, CEO of Silence Therapeutics, on steering through the rough biotech funding and investment waters post-pandemic—and how a retooled organizational approach has the company in a stronger position today in the…
Biopharma Leadership in Times of Transition
How pharma and biotech leaders can navigate today’s challenging landscape—focusing on revamped approaches in business operations, talent strategy and development, and more to meet the evolving demands.
A Novel Approach to Therapeutic Delivery Across the Blood-Brain Barrier
Aliada Therapeutics’ chief scientific officer, John Dunlop, PhD, discusses the MODEL™ platform.
Study Suggests Individuals Born Preterm Are More Likely to Have Lower Incomes in Adulthood
Investigators followed a group of people born from 1990-1996 to assess whether the association between preterm birth and income differs according to family socioeconomic status at birth.
FDA Approves Regeneron and Sanofi’s Kevzara to Treat Patients with Active Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Approval for Kevzara was based on controlled studies, pharmacokinetic data from adults with rheumatoid arthritis, and pediatric-specific studies on pharmacokinetics.
The Healthcare System is Changing—So How Should We Respond?
What pharma needs to do to keep up with the rise in value-based care.
Survodutide Demonstrates Significant Improvement in Patients with Liver Fibrosis Associated with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis
Survodutide is the first glucagon/GLP-1 receptor dual agonist to show a high level of benefit in treating liver fibrosis associated with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis.
FDA Approves GSK’s Arexvy to Prevent Respiratory Syncytial Virus in Adults Aged 50-59 with Increased Risk
Arexvy receives expanded indication to include adults aged 59 years and younger to prevent RSV lower respiratory tract disease.
GSK Acquires Elsie Biotechnologies for $50 Million to Elevate Oligonucleotide Pipeline
Acquisition of Elsie Biotechnologies is expected to strengthen GSK’s research capabilities in modulating gene expression through the use of oligonucleotide.
How ChatGPT Enterprise Changed Moderna's Use
In this part of his Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Brice Challamel, Vice President, AI Products & Platforms, Moderna, discusses their internal AI chatbot tool, mChat, and how the launch of ChatGPT Enterprise…
Pharma Pulse 6/7/24: How Much Does a Day of Delay Really Cost? BranchLab Launches Privacy-Safe Healthcare Advertising Solution & more
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Deerfield Agency Acquires Embedded, Launches New Life Sciences Marketing Brand
The new agency will operate under the name Deerfield Group, and will also include Verge Scientific Communications.
Evolution Optiks Receives FDA 510(k) Clearance for LFR-260 as the First Light Field Powered Subjective Tele-Fractor
According to the manufacturer, the LFR-260 features advanced technology that allows patients to compare multiple prescriptions simultaneously, eliminating the need for traditional refraction methods.
FDA Approves Geron Corporation’s Rytelo to Treat Adults with Lower-Risk Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Approval of Rytelo could provide patients with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes with extended periods without the need for red blood cell transfusions to alleviate symptomatic anemia.
Bulevirtide Combination Therapy Shows Efficacy Achieving Undetectable Compensated Chronic Hepatitis Delta Virus RNA
Data published in the New England Journal of Medicine from Gilead’s Phase IIb MYR204 found the bulevirtide/ pegylated interferon alfa-2a combination was more effective in achieving undetectable HDV RNA compared to bulevirtide…
Pharm Exec Exclusive: Mark Cuban Talks Drug Pricing
Now more than two years into launching his alternative and transparent drug payment model, the longtime entrepreneur, in an interview with Pharm Exec, discusses the prescription drug cost landscape and shares his…
FDA Committee Votes Against Approval of Lykos Therapeutics’ MDMA Treatment for PTSD
In a majority vote, the Psychopharmacologic Drugs Advisory Committee cited concerns regarding the data presented for MDMA as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Johnson & Johnson Submits Supplemental New Drug Application to Expand Indication of Prezcobix for HIV-1 in Children at Least 6 Years Old
A similar application was also submitted to the EMA for the expanded use of Prezcobix to treat children aged 6 years and older with HIV.
Moderna, Merck Present Promising Trial Data for a Combination of V940 with Keytruda for the Treatment of High-Risk Melanoma Following Complete Resection
After three years of study, the V940 and Keytruda combination demonstrated sustained benefits in recurrence-free survival and distant metastasis-free survival in patients with high-risk melanoma following complete resection.
Sarclisa Combination Improves Progression-Free Survival in Patients with Newly Diagnosed Transplant-Ineligible Multiple Myeloma
Reportedly, data from the IMROZ study marks the first time an anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody combined with standard-of-care therapy has demonstrated significant improvement in progression-free survival for newly diagnosed transplant-ineligible multiple myeloma.
Data Presented at ASCO Show Improved Complete Response with Jemperli as a First-Line Treatment for Locally Advanced Rectal Cancer in Patients with Mismatch Repair Deficient Status
Results of the Phase II AZUR-1 trial show that 100% of participants achieved a clinical complete response when treated with Jemperli for locally advanced rectal cancer in patients with mismatch repair deficient…
Phase III Trial Data Presented at ASCO Show Imfinzi Improves Survival in Limited-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer
Results of the ADRIATIC trial indicated that treatment with Imfinzi after standard-of-care concurrent chemoradiotherapy improves overall survival and progression-free survival in patients with limited-stage small cell lung cancer.
Managing Diversity: Q&A with Tom Harvey
Alkermes’ chief information officer discusses how he helped develop and build a welcoming workplace.
Pharma Pulse 5/31/24: OpenAI Says Russia & China Used Its AI in Covert Campaigns, FDA Diversity-Related Documents for Clinical Trials & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
Regeneron Global Program Head of Linvosoltamab Discusses the Potential for Linvosoltamab to Become a Frontline Treatment for Multiple Myeloma
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Karen Rodriguez-Lorenc, Global Program Head of Linvosoltamab, Regeneron talks about the possibility of linvoseltamab becoming a frontline treatment for multiple myeloma (MM)…
Virtual Therapeutics, Akili Interactive Strike Definitive Merger Agreement Seeking to Improve Mental Health Through Immersive Video Games
Under terms of the deal, Akili will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Virtual Therapeutics, with Akili shareholders receiving $0.4340 per share of common stock in cash.
Understanding the Impact of the Veradigm Network on Value-Based Healthcare Delivery
Understanding the Impact of the Veradigm Network on Value-Based Healthcare Delivery
Scemblix Shows Improved Major Molecular Response Treating Newly Diagnosed Philadelphia Chromosome-Positive Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Results of a Phase III trial indicated that Scemblix was more effective than standard-of-care tyrosine kinase inhibitors in treating newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia in chronic phase.
FDA Approves Breyanzi for Relapsed or Refractory Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Breyanzi, a CD19-directed CAR T-cell therapy, granted fourth FDA approval to treat a distinct subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
FDA Approves Tris Pharma’s Onyda XR, a Once-Daily, Extended-Release Oral Suspension for the Treatment of ADHD
Approval of Onyda XR marks the first liquid non-stimulant medication for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder to hit the market in the United States.
FDA Grants Priority Review to Inavolisib for Advanced Hormone Receptor-Positive HER2-Negative Breast Cancer
Priority Review status for inavolisib is based on positive Phase III data showing the inavolisib-based regimen significantly extended progression-free survival in patients with hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer with a PIK3CA mutation.
FDA Grants Priority Review to Keytruda Combination as a First-Line Treatment for Unresectable Advanced or Metastatic Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma
Priority review designation for Keytruda is based on promising results from the Phase II/III IND.227/KEYNOTE-483 trial, which demonstrated improved overall survival in patients with unresectable advanced or metastatic malignant pleural mesothelioma.
FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to AV-001 for Moderate-to-Severe Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Fast track designation for AV-001 comes amid promising results from a Phase I trial, which supported once-daily dosing and effective Tie2 activation.
Johnson & Johnson Acquires Numab’s Investigational Antibody for the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
The acquisition of a novel therapy for atopic dermatitis includes an all-cash transaction totaling approximately $1.25 billion.
Express Scripts Announces New Independent Pharmacy Focused Strategy
The company is collaborating with CPESN USA to bring more services to customers at independent pharmacies across the country.
Pharma Pulse 5/27/24: New Study on Physician Compensation, Overwork, and Shortage, Evolving Clinical Research & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
Using an Omnichannel Approach for a Successful Product Launch: Q&A with Ryan Quigley
Inizio’s chief operations officer discusses how pharmaceutical companies are tailoring their product launch strategies to meet the diverse needs of stakeholders.
Leveraging Pre-Approval Information Exchange to Accelerate Product Success, Patient Access: Q&A with Alvana Maliqi
Cencora’s associate director of value and access strategy for its commercialization strategy & access solutions division discusses the current state of pre-approval information exchanges.
Pharma Pulse 5/24/24: Counsel Patients on Nutrition and Following a Balanced Diet Complementary to GLP-1s, Neuralink’s First Brain-Implant Patient Stays Upbeat & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
Cityblock Health Announces Further Partnerships with Centene Corporation to Bring Value-Based Healthcare to Florida
Cityblock is partnering with Sunshine Health in Florida.
Degron Therapeutics, Takeda Ink Exclusive License and Collaboration Agreement to Develop Molecule Degraders Targeting Multiple Indications
Joint venture expected to utilize Degron’s GlueXplorer platform to identify, validate, and optimize molecular glue degraders.
FDA Approves Phase III Trial Protocol for Laekna’s LAE002 Plus LAE001 Combination for the Treatment of Prostate Cancer
Approval for the Phase III protocol of LAE002 Plus LAE001 come as a result of posiive Phase II data, which showed promising benefits for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) patients.
AstraZeneca, Nona Biosciences Strike Global License and Option Deal to Develop Monoclonal Antibodies for Tumor Targeted Therapies
Under terms of the agreement, Nona Biosciences is expected to receive an upfront payment of $19 million, with the potential of up to $585 million in milestones.
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Improving Health Policy After the 2024 Election
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Robert Zirkelback, Chief Public Affairs Officer, Head of Strategic Initiatives, PhRMA discusses best-case scenarios for health policy amid the 2024 presidential election.
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Bringing the Skillset of Generation Alpha to the Pharma Industry
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Carmen Villar, VP, ESG & Corporate Citizenship, Gilead Sciences discusses new skills that members of generation Alpha will bring to the pharma…
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Through the Eyes of the FDA Part II
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Tala Fakhouri, at Financial Times’ US Pharma and Biotech Summit, Tala Fakhouri, Associate Director for Policy Analysis, FDA, discusses whether the FDA…
FDA Approves Biocon Biologics’ Yesafili, an Eylea Biosimilar, for the Treatment of Multiple Ophthalmic Conditions
Approval of Yesafili represents Biocon’s entrance into the US ophthalmology market, following previous approvals in Europe and the UK.
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: The 2024 Presidential Election and the Pharma Industry
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Robert Zirkelback, Chief Public Affairs Officer, Head of Strategic Initiatives, PhRMA discusses the upcoming United States presidential election and the potential impact…
Coya Therapeutics Receives $5 Million Investment from the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation
Investment from the Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation (ADDF) aims to support the development of Coya 302, a therapeutic candidate for the treatment of frontotemporal dementia (FTD).
Pharma Pulse 5/17/24: AI & ML Through the Eyes of the FDA, Johnson & Johnson to Acquire Proteologix & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
With Layoffs Continuing in 2024 and Employees Paralyzed by Fear for Their Jobs, How Can Leaders Address Crucial Real Problems?
A Q&A with Professor Frances Frei of the Harvard Business School, who discusses how leaders create the conditions for organizations and individuals to thrive by designing for excellence in operations, strategy, and…
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval to Amgen’s Imdelltra for the Treatment of Adults with Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer
Imdelltra (tarlatamab-dlle) is the first T-cell engager therapy approved for extensive stage small cell lung cancer.
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: When FDA Needs to Regulate AI
Tala Fakhouri spoke at the conference about FDA’s approach to determining when it even needs to regulate the usage of AI in the pharma industry.
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Getting Pharma Ready for Generation Alpha
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Carmen Villar, VP, ESG & Corporate Citizenship, Gilead Scienes discusses the changes expected in the pharma industry that will come with the…
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: A Biotech Industry Overview
KOLs in the sector examine the current dealmaking landscape, including the status of available capital.
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: The View from Investors
Industry experts gather to discuss the current investor market and how the IRA may impact the industry in the coming years.
US Pharma and Biotech Summit 2024: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Through the Eyes of the FDA
In an interview with Pharm Exec Associate Editor Don Tracy, Tala Fakhouri, Associate Director for Policy Analysis, FDA, discusses the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in drug development.
FDA Approves Roche’s HPV Self-Collection Solution, Allowing Patients to Gather Their Own Samples in a Healthcare Setting
Roche’s human papillomavirus solution is reportedly one of the first of its kind to be available in the United States.
Novo Holdings Acquires Majority Share of Single Use Support to Expand Life Science Tools, Diagnostics Portfolio
Novo Holdings is expected to acquire 60% of Single Use Support, with the remaining shares being held by Danaher and the company founders.
AbbVie, Gilgamesh Pharmaceuticals Agree to Terms on a Collaboration to Develop Advanced Therapies for Psychiatric Disorders
The joint venture aims to address unmet needs in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders through novel neuroplastogens.
Pharmaceutical Executive: May 2024 Issue (PDF)
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Patient Treatment & Travel: The Need for Stepped-Up Support
Designing an effective travel and lodging patient hub program in pharma.
Today’s New Messaging Mix: The State of Pharma Marketing in 2024
Industry experts discuss the evolution of brand engagement in the age of AI, including the growing importance of message relevance—and, for pharma, going where the information is.
Improving the US Supply Chain for Better Patient Outcomes
Improving the US Supply Chain for Better Patient Outcomes
Pharma Pulse 5/10/24: Medicare Advantage, Racing Along, Hits Some Speed Bumps, Anti-Obesity Drugs Global Strategic Business Report & more
The latest news for pharma industry insiders.
Yvonne Greenstreet: Answering the Call
From Big Pharma to biotech—and a globe-spanning journey along the way—Yvonne Greenstreet, this year’s Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Woman of the Year, is right where she wants to be: leading efforts to advance…
Addressing Unmet Needs with LP-284 for Relapsed/Refractory Lymphomas and Solid Tumors
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Panna Sharma, CEO, Lantern Pharma, discusses how LP-284 uniquely addresses unmet needs compared to existing or emerging treatments for relapsed/refractory lymphomas and solid tumors.
Biotech’s Road to Recovery Takes a Wobbly Turn
Now-unclear timing on rate cuts puts onus back on fundamentals.
Avoiding the Digital Age is Hurting Research Efforts
A greater shift from paper records and physical assets is achievable.
Ensuring Global Access to LP-284
In this Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Panna Sharma, CEO, Lantern Pharma, talks about ensuring global access to LP-284, particularly in regions with limited resources
Flagship Pioneering, Metaphore Biotechnologies Strike Deal with Novo Nordisk to Develop High-End Obesity Treatments
The collaboration is a part of a broader strategy to combat cardiometabolic and rare diseases.
