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STAT+: Using AI to design small molecule drugs is tough. Here are five companies trying to crack the code

STAT

Ian Quigley was employee #13 at AI drug company Recursion until 2021, when he quit and turned the basement of his Utah home into a lab to develop AI models for predicting which proteins small molecule drugs might target — a tool he and co-founder Andrew Blevins found was missing during their time at Recursion.  When he was setting up the lab, Quigley ordered an Illumina DNA sequencer that the delivery person had wanted to leave on his porch.

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Can the girl power of Arrivo’s depression drug help reverse its fortunes?

PharmaVoice

After failing a mid-stage trial, the biotech shifted course and is now targeting females with the goal of proving gender can play a role in depression outcomes.

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STAT+: Why Orexo is abandoning a digital therapeutic for depression

STAT

Swedish pharmaceutical company Orexo will no longer pursue an app for treating depression after many years of struggling to sell it. Orexo announced this week that it will no longer license the product, called Deprexis, from German manufacturer GAIA. The companies have worked together on Deprexis in the United States since 2020 and have deals for two other apps, including Modia, an app that provides psychosocial support to people being treated for opioid addiction.

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How Alexion markets a rare disease drug by ‘starting with the end in mind’

PharmaVoice

The biopharma, now an arm of AstraZeneca, needs to build the plane while flying it to be first in rare diseases with no other option.

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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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Pfizer, Eli Lilly execs push back as senators scrutinize drugmakers’ telehealth moves

STAT

You’re reading the web edition of STAT’s Health Tech newsletter, our guide to how technology is transforming the life sciences.  Sign up to get it  delivered in your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday. Pharma vs Congress: The latest in telehealth talks Eli Lilly and Pfizer have responded to senators who pressed them to share the details of their online platforms LillyDirect and PfizerForAll , seeking to determine whether the pharma giants are violating the federal anti-kick

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Note from the Editor-in-Chief

PharmaVoice

A change in ownership and what it means for our readers.

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Sanofi pours $1 billion into China for insulin plant

STAT

Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today?  Sign up  to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Lots on the table today about AI-driven drug discovery, including some startups to watch in this space. Also, we’ve updated our obesity drug tracker and we talk about Gilead’s new cancer deal.

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'Concerning reports' of scam websites targeting weight loss and other shortage meds

The Pharmacist

Fake online pharmacies are targeting vulnerable patients whose medicines are in short supply, including obesity drugs, ADHD medication and hormone replacement therapy (HRT), the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) has reported. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said such fraudulent supply was the work of 'organised criminal gangs', while the General Pharmaceutical (GPhC) warned […] The post 'Concerning reports' of scam websites targeting weight loss an

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SAEM Clinical Images Series: This Rash Came Out of No Where

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

A 26-year-old male with a past medical history of eczema presented to the Emergency Department with a rash for two days. The patient stated he first noticed a rash on his right arm that rapidly spread to his face, chest, and left arm. He reported having similar rashes before but never to this extent. The patient stated he was given Bactrim and amoxicillin about one month ago for another rash, though he was unsure of the diagnosis.

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Janux impresses Wall Street with new prostate cancer drug results

BioPharma Dive

While early and from a small trial, the findings suggest Janux’s method of “masking” T cell engagers could lead to differentiated results, some analysts said.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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ACG covers every facet of the pharma process, all under one roof and seamlessly interconnected

Express Pharma

ACG Inspection is launching its Life Sciences Cloud in India at the CPHI IndiaPMEC India show, which had its US launch at the Pack Expo US 2024. What has been the response to the US launch in terms of clients who are inquiring from clients or clients who have signed up? Existing clients who use our products across platforms were excited about ACG’s Life Sciences Cloud, as it represents a complete end-to end solution for their pharmaceutical supply chain needs.

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Husband of UK royal took own life after ‘adverse effects of medication’

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Coroner says evidence suggests Thomas Kingston, who was married to Lady Gabriella, had a ‘lack of suicidal intent’ The son-in-law of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent killed himself after suffering adverse side-effects from antidepressants prescribed by a Buckingham Palace doctor, an inquest has found. Thomas Kingston, 45, whose marriage to Lady Gabriella at Windsor Castle in 2019 was attended by the late Queen, died from a self-inflicted wound, the senior coroner for Gloucestershire concluded

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Immunocore's rare eye cancer drug backed by NICE

pharmaphorum

Patients in England with a rare form of eye cancer will be able to access Kimmtrak, a TCR therapy from Immunocore, after NICE changes its position

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Novartis and Olema expand alliance with $250m to boost breast cancer trials

Pharmaceutical Technology

Olema Oncology and Novartis have signed a clinical trial collaboration and supply agreement for a Phase III trial in metastatic breast cancer.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Gilead looks beyond Trodelvy with Tubulis alliance

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Gilead Sciences has shored up its antibody-drug conjugate pipeline by licensing a candidate from German biotech Tubulis in a deal worth up to $415m.

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Orbit Discovery and Evergreen Theragnostics expand research collaboration

Pharma Times

Partnership aims to develop new radiopharmaceuticals for cancer treatment

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FDA kicks off review of Cytokinetics' aficamten for HCM

pharmaphorum

Cytokinetics should hear back from the FDA next September about its application for Camzyos rival aficamten in obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

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KIMMTRAK recommended for funding by NICE for uveal melanoma patients

Pharma Times

Immunocore has announced that Kimmtrak (tebentafusp) has been recommended for funding in England by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and is now available through the NHS.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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Rising cases of mosquito-borne infections prompts warning to UK travellers

The Pharmacist

UK travellers have been urged to use insect repellent, malaria prevention tablets and other precautions against mosquito-borne infections, which are on the rise. This comes as overseas travel has increased following the removal of pandemic restrictions, and alongside a resurgence of malaria in many countries, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said.

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All-in-one milling platforms: How to reduce your machinery footprint  

Pharmaceutical Technology

Many machines are required for pharmaceutical milling processes. Can you reduce that number, streamline operations and improve efficiency?

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Ipsen doubles up in TCEs for cancer, adding Biomunex drug

pharmaphorum

Ipsen has expanded its oncology pipeline by licensing a T cell engager (TCE) therapy from Paris-based startup Biomunex for up to $610m

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Granules India updates on US FDA inspection at Gagillapur Facility

Express Pharma

Granules India has issued an update regarding the US FDA’s classification of its Gagillapur facility under “Official Action Initiated” (OAI), following six observations outlined in a Form 483 report. The company clarified that this classification does not affect the ongoing manufacturing, distribution, or sale of existing products from the site. However, it may delay the review and approval of pending submissions for new products until the OAI status is resolved.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.

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UK buys five million vaccines in case H5 bird flu virus spreads to humans

The Pharmacist

The UK has secured five million doses of a vaccine that would be used if the H5 avian influenza virus spread to humans. The influenza A(H5N1) virus has been causing a 'prolonged global outbreak', primarily in birds, over the past few years, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said today. While there is currently no […] The post UK buys five million vaccines in case H5 bird flu virus spreads to humans appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Beyond Prescriptions: 7 Products Your Pharmacy Should Be Selling

PioneerRx

Your pharmacy is already a trusted healthcare resource in your community, but you don’t have to stop at prescriptions or vaccines. Expanding your pharmacy’s.

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Körber absorbs Wilhelm Bähren to expand pharma packaging toolbox

Outsourcing Pharma

Discover how a strategic acquisition in pharma packaging is set to drive growth as the market aims to double by 2028

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The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Drug Repurposing

Drug Patent Watch

In the ever-evolving landscape of pharmaceutical research and development, a revolutionary force is reshaping the way we approach drug discovery and repurposing. This force is none other than Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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Coherus, sharpening immuno-oncology focus, sells another biosimilar for over $500M

BioPharma Dive

The company reached a deal to divest its third biosimilar this year, selling a copycat version of Amgen’s Neulasta for up to $558 million.

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Behind the Headlines: Pandemic Preparedness, Novel mRNA Applications, and More

PharmaTech

Edwin Stone, Bernard Sagaert, and Khaled Yamout go behind the headlines to discuss what the ongoing measles outbreak in the UK means for pandemic preparedness and anti-vaccination trends; new mRNA approaches; and what Roche’s acquisition of Poseida means for complex cell therapies.

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Seeking effective, safe treatment for all with precision dosing

pharmaphorum

Tune in to the podcast interview with Dr Sharmeen Roy to learn more about precision dosing and how DoseMe is providing effective and safe treatment for all through personalised dosing solutions.

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EMA Announces Drug Monitoring Platform

PharmaTech

A new platform allowing market authorization holders to report drug shortages has gone live.

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Novocure reports positive phase 3 results for tumor treating fields therapy

Outsourcing Pharma

Novocure's PANOVA-3 trial shows TTFields therapy with chemotherapy improves survival in pancreatic cancer, marking a significant breakthrough in treatment