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STAT+: Insitro, biotech AI’s quiet unicorn, unveils efforts in ALS, liver disease, and cancer at JPM

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New artificial intelligence technologies made headlines last year for their ability to do everything from generating fake musical duets to understanding how proteins fold. But in biotech, one of the most well-funded AI players has been quiet. Insitro, a South San Francisco firm, was founded in 2018 by Daphne Koller, who had previously been a Stanford professor, a 2004 MacArthur “genius” grant recipient, and the co-founder and co-CEO of the online course company Coursera.

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Lilly launches telehealth option for obesity and other drugs

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Eli Lilly has launched a new website-based access programme for some drugs like its new obesity therapy Zepbound, opening up a new direct-to-consumer (DTC) channel that

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STAT+: What to expect from hospitals and health insurers at this year’s JPM Healthcare Conference

STAT

Nonprofit hospitals often get overshadowed at the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, the health care industry’s swankiest investor meeting whose agenda is dominated by drugmakers and biotech companies. But hospitals are still the largest part of America’s health care economy, commanding nearly a third of the country’s $4.7 billion health care tab.

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Novo Nordisk spends up to $1.64bn on US biotech startups

Pharmaceutical Technology

Novo Nordisk taps Flagship Pioneering portfolio companies Omega Therapeutics and Cellarity as obesity drugs competition intensifies.

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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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No pain data yet from Vertex, and sky high deal expectations at JPM 2024

STAT

Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today?  Sign up to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Greetings from JPM Week 2024! We’re coming to you live from San Francisco, where the industry’s biggest annual convocation is about to kick off — this time, without any substantive chatter about relocation to warmer, drier climes.

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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most drug patents in Hong Kong?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most patents in Hong Kong. Patents must be filed in each country (or, in some cases regional patent office) where patent protection… The post Which pharmaceutical companies have the most drug patents in Hong Kong? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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New patent expiration for Btcp Pharma drug LAZANDA

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for LAZANDA Lazanda is a drug marketed by Btcp Pharma and is included in one NDA. There are five patents protecting this drug. This drug has… The post New patent expiration for Btcp Pharma drug LAZANDA appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Why are Post-Approval Pregnancy Studies Post-Marking Requirements Rather Than Post-Marketing Commitments?

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

By McKenzie E. Cato — New Year’s is often associated with baby New Year and with resolutions, which in a convoluted way got us thinking about post-approval pregnancy studies. Lots of us start the new year with a resolution. Is it a commitment, or a requirement, and does the difference matter? For post-approval pregnancy studies, it most certainly does.

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From Technology Selection to Final Drug Product: Material Sparing Approaches for ASD Development

PharmaTech

Webinar Date/Time: Tue, Jan 30, 2024 11:00 AM EST

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Pressure Ulcer Infections – Antibiotic Selection

Med Ed 101

As much as I would like to say I’ve never seen a patient have a pressure ulcer infection, I have. Pressure ulcer infections can be an issue in my geriatric population. There are numerous clinical pearls to remember in managing these types of infections. First and foremost, topical antibiotics are NOT appropriate for the treatment […] The post Pressure Ulcer Infections – Antibiotic Selection appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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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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Zerion Pharma R&D Day – Dispersome® Drug Formulation Platform

PharmaTech

Webinar Date/Time: Tue, Jan 30, 2024 9:00 AM EST

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Episode 885: Don’t Automatically Assume This When Oral Vancomycin is Prescribed

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss whether it is ever appropriate for a patient to be on oral and IV vancomycin. Episode 885: Don't Automatically Assume This When Oral Vancomycin is Prescribed Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher While IV vancomycin is indicated to treat a variety of infectious diseases, oral vancomycin is primarily used to treat C diff infection (CDI).

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Making the Grade: The Importance of Using the Correct Excipient Grade in Drug Products

PharmaTech

Webinar Date/Time: Thu, Jan 25, 2024 11:00 AM EST

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Episode 885: Don’t Automatically Assume This When Oral Vancomycin is Prescribed

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss whether it is ever appropriate for a patient to be on oral and IV vancomycin. Episode 885: Don't Automatically Assume This When Oral Vancomycin is Prescribed Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher While IV vancomycin is indicated to treat a variety of infectious diseases, oral vancomycin is primarily used to treat C diff infection (CDI).

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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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Case Studies: Improving Efficiency and Compliance in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Through Automation

PharmaTech

Automation systems can increase efficiency, reduce time to market, and improve facility and operational performance. Support from a life sciences-focused design firm with experience in cGMP requirements will help you tailor your system to your specific process, facility, and operational needs.

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Florida approved to import Canadian prescription drugs

Pharma in Brief

On January 5, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) approved Florida’s proposal to import prescription drugs from Canada. This is the first approval of a Section 804 Importation Program ( SIP ) by the FDA. Whether Florida is able to import drugs from Canada, including in light of Canadian regulations controlling drug exports, remains to be seen.

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Embracing the Power of Automation Design in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

PharmaTech

When establishing or expanding services to support new drug development, pharmaceutical and biotech companies find that automating their processes increases efficiency, maximizes capital, reduces costs, and expedites time-to-market.

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Demystifying Systems Integrators and Automation Design Engineers: Understanding the Differences

PharmaTech

When you’re partnering with a design firm to support your product development and manufacturing needs through automation, it’s important to decide whether you should work with a systems integrator or an automation design engineering firm.

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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.