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Modifier gene therapy – clinical development and manufacturing considerations

European Pharmaceutical Review

Tell us about Ocugen’s lead programme, OCU400. What’s the latest and what’s next? OCU400 is a modifier gene therapy aimed at treating retinitis pigmentosa and Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA). In April 2024, Ocugen received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance to initiate the Phase III liMeliGhT clinical trial for OCU400 for retinitis pigmentosa.

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What Hospitals Need to Know about Patient Trust in GenAI

MedCity News

Hospitals need to start thinking about ways to build patients’ trust in generative AI in order for the healthcare industry to fully harness the technology’s potential. They can do this through methods like having transparent conversations, asking for patients’ consent to use the tools and training models on internal data, experts said. The post What Hospitals Need to Know about Patient Trust in GenAI appeared first on MedCity News.

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Europe taps CSL Seqirus to produce bird flu vaccines for pandemic preparedness efforts

Fierce Pharma

Right after signing on to help with bird flu pandemic preparedness efforts in the U.S., CSL Seqirus has agreed to do the same in Europe through a vaccine supply pact. | The vaccine maker will deliver 665,000 doses of its avian flu-matched pre-pandemic vaccine. Under a 4-year contract, authorities can purchase up to 40 million doses.

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Behind Big Pharma’s layoffs — is there an end in sight?

PharmaVoice

A slew of major companies, including BMS, have announced cost-cutting measures in recent months. What will it take to turn the tide?

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The Intersection of AI and Sales: Personalization Without Compromise

Speaker: Jesse Hunter and Brynn Chadwick

Today’s buyers expect more than generic outreach–they want relevant, personalized interactions that address their specific needs. For sales teams managing hundreds or thousands of prospects, however, delivering this level of personalization without automation is nearly impossible. The key is integrating AI in a way that enhances customer engagement rather than making it feel robotic.

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Mastering Sales Conversations with Customers

Integrity Solutions

We’re all familiar with the stereotype of the over-the-top, pushy, unscrupulous salesperson. They’re always in selling mode, always hustling, always doing whatever it takes to close the deal and win at all costs, regardless of whether they’re actually addressing (or even understanding) the customer’s needs. There’s no real sales conversation or dialogue.

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Takeda circles leukemia rival to Novartis' Scemblix in up to $1.3B deal with Ascentage

Fierce Pharma

With a deal worth up to $1.3 billion, Takeda could get its hands on a “potentially best-in-class” third-generation BCR-ABL tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) that could rival Novartis' Scemblix.< | In deal potentially worth up to $1.3 billion, Takeda has gained an option to license Ascentage's third-generation tyrosine kinase inhibitor, which could go up against Novartis' Scemblix in chronic myeloid leukemia.

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Behind the powerful computations, AI’s role in pharma is still beset by challenges

PharmaVoice

Small biotechs are saving time and money leveraging AI to develop new drugs, but incomplete data and disease complexity remain hurdles for the space.

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New study reveals how brain cell communication is linked to Alzheimer’s disease

PharmaTimes

Two support cells, microglia and astrocytes, were found to communicate with each other

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Healthcare’s Smokejumpers: Filling Critical Clinical Gaps with Independent Contractor Physicians

MedCity News

What if working with independent contractor physicians is the key to unlocking a more stable sustainable healthcare workforce? The post Healthcare’s Smokejumpers: Filling Critical Clinical Gaps with Independent Contractor Physicians appeared first on MedCity News.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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BMS chief Boerner says company is still hungry for deals after spending more than $20B on M&A last year

Fierce Pharma

As some pharma giants pump the brakes on big M&A deals, Bristol Myers Squibb—hot off a series of rapid-fire acquisitions in 2023—says it still has dealmaking cash to deploy if the right target | As some pharma giants pump the brakes on big M&A deals, Bristol Myers Squibb—hot off a series of rapid-fire acquisitions in 2023—says it still has dealmaking cash to deploy if the right target comes along.

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Pfizer’s Paxlovid flunks long COVID study as researchers uncover the condition’s deep toll

PharmaVoice

While researchers gain ground understanding long COVID’s impact, viable treatments could still be a long way off.

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Francis Crick, UCL and AZ identify why treatment fails for NSCLC patients

PharmaTimes

NSCLC accounts for around 85% of all lung cancer cases, particularly in non-smoking patients

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Reimagining the Language and Translation Space for Patients

MedCity News

Lack of adequate translation and interpreting services isn’t just an inconvenience, it is dangerous and potentially life-threatening. The post Reimagining the Language and Translation Space for Patients appeared first on MedCity News.

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AI Strategies for Sales Managers: How to Cut Down on Tedious Admin Work

What if you could help your sellers stop wasting 72% of their day on non-selling activities and focus on bringing in revenue? Incorporating AI in your enablement workflows can help you cut down on busy work, get projects done faster, and let your team (and you!) focus on making a bigger impact. We put together this guide to show you how to use AI to cut time and costs for projects, including collateral creation, development of training videos, and automating tedious processes.

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Amid FTC crackdown, judge says Teva inhaler patents are 'improperly listed' in FDA Orange Book

Fierce Pharma

After being called out on some intellectual property claims late last year, Teva has fallen victim to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC’s) ongoing crusade against questionable drug patents. | A federal judge in New Jersey ruled that five of Teva’s patents on the metered dose inhaler for its asthma med ProAir HFA are “improperly listed” in the FDA’s Orange Book.

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As Big Pharma places bigger bets on ADCs, here’s where the field is headed next

PharmaVoice

With more drugmakers getting into the antibody-drug conjugate game, emerging innovations signal a bright future for the technology.

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US researchers develop AI liquid biopsy test to help identify lung cancer earlier

PharmaTimes

The leading cause of cancer globally accounts for an estimated 1.

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Moderna’s Flu & Covid-19 Combination Vaccine Succeeds in Phase 3 Clinical Trial

MedCity News

An experimental Moderna combination vaccine for influenza and Covid-19 showed in a pivotal study that it can elicit a higher immune response compared to vaccines that are already available to protect against infection from both viruses. The post Moderna’s Flu & Covid-19 Combination Vaccine Succeeds in Phase 3 Clinical Trial appeared first on MedCity News.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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After M&A stretch, Pfizer CEO says company needs 'breathing period' from large deals

Fierce Pharma

Amid a recent biopharma M&A resurgence, one major player plans to stay out of the waters after making multiple recent splashes. | Though not for lack of business development capacity, Pfizer is currently taking a large dealmaking “breathing period,” CEO Albert Bourla told investors this week at Goldman Sachs’ 2024 annual Global Healthcare Conference in Miami.

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Regenxbio CEO to step down after 15 years

PharmaVoice

Kenneth Mills will become chair of the gene therapy developer's board while Curran Simpson, the current chief operating officer, will take his place as company head.

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ICL receives £10m donation to advance heart and lung research

PharmaTimes

The donation will help scientists and clinicians collaborate and make new advances in research

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Pfizer & Sarepta Gene Therapies Both Failed Phase 3, But Analysts Expect Sarepta Will Win Approval

MedCity News

A Pfizer gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy failed its Phase 3 clinical trial. But analysts draw distinctions between that therapy and Sarepta Therapeutics’ Elevidys, which awaits an FDA decision that could grant it full regulatory approval. The post Pfizer & Sarepta Gene Therapies Both Failed Phase 3, But Analysts Expect Sarepta Will Win Approval appeared first on MedCity News.

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AI in Marketing & Sales: Today’s Tools, Tomorrow’s Potential

Speaker: Kevin Burke

AI is reshaping marketing and sales, empowering professionals to work smarter, faster, and more effectively. This webinar will provide a practical introduction to AI, focusing on its current applications, transformative potential, and strategies for successful implementation in your organization. Using real-world examples and actionable insights, we’ll examine how businesses are leveraging AI to increase efficiency, enhance personalization, and drive measurable results.

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Pfizer expects 8 blockbuster cancer drugs to come from each of 4 focus areas: exec

Fierce Pharma

Pfizer's oncology division plans to have eight blockbusters by 2030, with contributions from each of its four focused therapeutic areas.

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Despite detractors, Lilly’s adcomm win shows amyloid and tau will likely dominate Alzheimer’s — for now

PharmaVoice

Lilly is the latest to approach the coveted Alzheimer’s approval, but a slate of drugmakers are lining up clinical trials in amyloid and tau to take a shot at improving patient outcomes.

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New polymer-based drug delivery system developed for tuberculosis

European Pharmaceutical Review

Researchers have reported the successful formulation of clofazimine spray-dried poly (lactic acid-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA) microparticles as an “efficient” treatment for tuberculosis (TB). In treating this bacterial infection, the paper highlighted that oral therapy often fails to achieve therapeutic concentrations at the primary infection site, the lungs.

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Who Should Be Responsible for Rationing GLP-1s?

MedCity News

There is a shortage of GLP-1s in the U.S. But experts have differing opinions on whose responsibility it is to be rationing the drugs. The post Who Should Be Responsible for Rationing GLP-1s? appeared first on MedCity News.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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GSK notches another Zantac win as plaintiff drops case in Illinois

Fierce Pharma

As the year rolls on, GSK continues to knock out personal injury lawsuits in the long-running legal saga over whether the popular heartburn medication Zantac can cause cancer. | Plaintiff Eugenia Kasza, who alleged her use of Zantac caused her to develop breast cancer, has voluntarily dismissed her case against GSK. The case was set to start trial in Illinois state court on Monday.

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Despite adcomm rejection, Lykos CEO sees future for MDMA drug

PharmaVoice

Although the rebuff makes approval “a bit more challenging,” Lykos is moving forward with the psychedelic-based treatment for PTSD.

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LifeArc funds new projects to address and prevent global threat of dengue fever

PharmaTimes

The mosquito-borne viral disease is responsible for an estimated 390 million cases globally

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