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Dave Ross of Seqirus talks 'milestone' influenza vax vote

PharmaVoice

In a unanimous decision, a CDC committee calls for a preferential flu vaccine recommendation for people aged 65 and older for the first time.

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Controlling contamination by material transfer

European Pharmaceutical Review

Ensuring potential microbial contaminants are not transferred into cleanroom environments is a key aspect of risk mitigation strategies. In a review, pharmaceutical microbiologist and contamination control expert Tim Sandle, reviewed several methods of material transfer, listing the decontamination methods based on efficacy and commenting on their weaknesses. .

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Is biotech facing a long bear market?

Pharmaceutical Technology

Talks of a bear market in the biotech sector do not seem to pass, with news of companies falling into administration and layoffs becoming a recurrence. Just last week, trading for 4D Pharma , a British biotech, was suspended on the London Stock Exchange’s Alternative Investment Market , and the company will be delisted from NASDAQ on July 7. Elsewhere, San Diego, California-based Heron Therapeutics announced restructuring and layoffs for 34% of its workforce.

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Pharma’s spend on AI in drug discovery ‘could top $3bn by 2025’

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The pharmaceutical industry is increasingly relying on artificial intelligence to power its drug discovery and development efforts, and its spend in this area has created a multibillion-dollar market for AI technologies. That’s the conclusion of a GlobalData report , which notes that AI is being used to enhance computer-aided drug design (CADD) in a bid to reduce the time and costs involved in getting a new drug to market.

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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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Precision closes in on what could become the first 'off-the-shelf' CAR-T cell therapy

PharmaVoice

Precision BioSciences’ CEO discusses the company’s potentially groundbreaking cancer treatment.

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Microbial risks presented by aging facilities

European Pharmaceutical Review

As established facilities age, various risk considerations emerge. While some may continue to function effectively without any additional considerations, many will require additional checks and assessment. In an article published in the Journal of Validation Technology (JVT), pharmaceutical microbiologist and contamination control expert Tim Sandle identified ten categories of risk presented by aging.

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AstraZeneca agrees $1.3bn deal to buy oncology player TeneoTwo

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AstraZeneca has signed a deal to buy US biotech TeneoTwo in a deal worth up to $1.27 billion that will boost its position therapies for haematological cancers. The big pharma is paying $100 million upfront for the company, and offering up to $805 million in milestone payments if TeneoTwo’s drug candidates meet development objectives, plus up to $360 million if they hit sales targets.

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Pharma companies take a fresh approach to inclusion in new DTC ads

PharmaVoice

AstraZeneca and Amgen are emphasizing diversity and authenticity in campaigns for lupus and severe asthma therapies.

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Pfizer to reach carbon net-zero by 2040

European Pharmaceutical Review

After more than 20 years of environmental action, Pfizer has committed to further reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and aims to achieve the voluntary Net-Zero Standard by 2040 – a full 10 years ahead of the standard’s proposed timeline. To achieve these goals, Pfizer aims to decrease its GHG emissions by 95 percent and its value chain emissions by 90 percent from 2019 levels by 2040.

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Brii Bio acquires Vir’s antibody rights for Hepatitis B in Greater China

Pharmaceutical Technology

Brii Biosciences (Brii Bio) has exercised an option for the acquisition of exclusive development and marketing rights for Vir Biotechnology’s investigational antibody, VIR-3434, for Hepatitis B in Greater China, under a partnership agreement. Following the option exercise, Vir will receive the option exercise fee, regulatory and commercial milestone payments as well as tiered royalties on net product sales from Brii Bio.

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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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Sanofi makes low-cost medicines pledge for low-income countries

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Sanofi has said it will make 30 of its most commonly prescribed medicines available at non-profit prices to 40 lower-income countries, as part of a global health initiative launched by the company last year. The medicines – which include insulin, oral diabetes agent glibenclamide and cancer chemotherapy oxaliplatin – will be sold under a new Impact brand and are all classed as essential medicines by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

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The CEO of Dr. Reddy's N. America is using 'controlled explosions' to keep the generics giant growing

PharmaVoice

Marc Kikuchi weighs in on the company’s plans to pump up its pipeline and sales in the coming years.

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Sanofi launches Impact® brand of medicines for low-income countries

European Pharmaceutical Review

The Impact ® brand includes 30 Sanofi medicines and covers a wide range of therapeutic areas, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, tuberculosis, malaria and cancer. Medicines include insulin, glibenclamide and oxaliplatin, the company said. Sanofi has also established an Impact fund to support startup companies and other innovators that can deliver scalable solutions for sustainable healthcare in underserved regions. .

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Brii Bio introduces Covid-19 combination therapy in China

Pharmaceutical Technology

Brii Biosciences and TSB Therapeutics have commercially launched a long-acting neutralising antibody therapy combination, amubarvimab/romlusevimab, for Covid-19 in China. The two non-competing SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal neutralising antibodies, amubarvimab and romlusevimab are obtained from convalesced Covid-19 patients. The company developed these antibodies in partnership with Tsinghua University and the 3rd People’s Hospital of Shenzhen.

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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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Partners come on board GSK’s plan for Stevenage life science hub

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GSK’s recently-unveiled plan to develop a bioscience cluster close to its main R&D site in Stevenage, UK, has moved closer to fruition, now that the first partners have joined the initiative. The asset management arm of Swiss back UBS has formed a joint venture with property developer Reef Group that will develop the 33-acre campus in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

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Woman of the Week: CinCor Pharmaceutical's Terry Coelho

PharmaVoice

From M&Ms to biotech, the chief financial officer's sweet tooth for taking risks is paying off.

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Novel oral chemotherapeutic holds potential for stomach cancer patients

European Pharmaceutical Review

Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, is the fifth most common type of cancer worldwide – and the third most common cause of death from cancer. 1 Approximately half of all cases occur in eastern Asia, but thanks to more advanced screening programmes in countries like Japan, survival rates in these regions are improving compared with western countries.

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EC approves Novavax’s Covid-19 vaccine CMA expansion for adolescents

Pharmaceutical Technology

The European Commission (EC) has granted approval for the expanded conditional marketing authorization (CMA) of Novavax’s Covid-19 vaccine, Nuvaxovid (NVX-CoV2373), in the European Union (EU) for adolescents of the age 12 to 17 years. A protein-based vaccine, NVX-CoV2373 is made from the genetic sequence of the SARS-CoV-2 virus’ first strain. The latest development comes after the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use of the European Medicines Agency granted a positive recommendation in

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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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ResApp bags FDA okay for sleep apnoea app, after Pfizer takeover bid

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Pfizer is still waiting for the green light to complete an acquisition of digital health company ResApp, a deal that looks even better now that its smartphone app for people with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) has been approved by the FDA. Brisbane, Australia-based ResApp has claimed a 510(k) clearance for SleepCheckRx as a prescription-only digital therapy in the software-as-a-medical device (SaMD) category, clearing the path for a commercial launch in the US.

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How Big Pharma is prepping for the late 2020s patent cliff

PharmaVoice

Ratings agency Moody’s lays out the risk exposure for industry leaders.

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Behind CURIS System: A Gaseous Biodecontamination Solutions Provider

PharmaTech

CURIS provides a 7% hybrid hydrogen peroxide pulse delivery system, which is a mix of micro-aerosols and vapor delivered to a space at precisely calibrated intervals. With the recent challenges in staffing, CURIS has created a single piece of equipment to complete multiple tasks in a lab, saving time and money. The large push right now is facility integration with biodecontamination on demand.

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Teva appoints Eric Hughes as head of R&D and Chief Medical Officer

European Pharmaceutical Review

Dr Eric Hughes joins Teva with experience in all phases of drug development at global pharmaceutical companies, most recently Boston-based Vertex Pharmaceuticals, which he joined last year. He will be based out of Teva’s US headquarters in Parsippany, New Jersey. . “Eric brings nearly 20 years of leadership roles with a proven track record in a variety of R&D functions for global pharmaceutical companies, and has a successful record of accomplishment fostering productive collaborations with

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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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NHS England trials first medicine deliveries by drone

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Cancer drugs will be flown from a facility in Portsmouth to a hospital on the Isle of Wight by drone, in the first pilot study of the technology by NHS England. The trial – announced this morning and said to be the first of its type worldwide – will mean that the lifesaving treatment can be picked up and dropped off to patients on the same day, said NHS chief executive Amanda Pritchard.

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Europe is seeing a hiring boom in pharmaceutical industry data analytics roles

Pharmaceutical Technology

Europe was the fastest growing region for data analytics hiring among pharmaceutical industry companies in the three months ending May. The number of roles in Europe made up 11.8% of total data analytics jobs - up from 11.1% in the same quarter last year. That was followed by North America, which saw a -0.4 year-on-year percentage point change in data analytics roles.

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Application of RSD Charts for Content Uniformity Data in Continued Process Verification

PharmaTech

This article is focused on introducing a control chart technique using relative standard deviation (RSD) statistics (i.e., RSD chart); in other words, a coefficient of variation chart for continued process verification.

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Phase III trial shows lanadelumab reduces HAE attacks in children

European Pharmaceutical Review

Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a genetic disorder, estimated to affect 1 in 50,000 people. It can lead to painful attacks of oedema (swelling) in various parts of the body, including the abdomen, face, feet, genitals, hands and throat. The main objective of the Phase III SPRING study ( NCT04070326 ) was to evaluate the safety and pharmacokinetics of Takhzyro ® (lanadelumab) – a fully human monoclonal antibody that specifically binds and decreases plasma kallikrein – in HAE patients aged two t

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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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Medical Informatics and Rare Disease: a bridge between two worlds

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Today’s rare disease landscape comprises of around 7,000 different diseases. With a broad and diverse range of symptoms and severities impacting patients around the world, connecting these individuals with the information and expertise needed to achieve the correct diagnosis can be extremely lengthy and pose a significant barrier to treatment. “As the severity, progress, and treatment potential of rare diseases varies from patient to patient, each condition is going to need to be addressed diffe

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Specialised Therapeutics’ breast cancer drug gets Philippines FDA approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

Specialised Therapeutics’ oral drug, Nerlynx (neratinib) has obtained the Philippines Food and Drug Administration approval to lower the recurrence or mortality risk in early-stage HER2-positive (HER2+) breast cancer patients. The treatment is indicated as extended adjuvant treatment for adults with early-stage HER2-overexpressed/amplified breast cancer following adjuvant trastuzumab-based therapy.

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Diabetes patients to benefit from £10m heart disease data investment

Pharma Times

The British Heart Foundation’s project will accelerate the search for better prevention and treatment of diabetes

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Optimising Bacillus spores for sporicidal efficacy assessments

European Pharmaceutical Review

Bacterial spores are a significant concern for aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturers due to their ubiquitous nature and intrinsic resistance to environmental stressors such as heat, as well as chemical and radiation inactivating strategies. As much as 10 percent of microbes in a pharmaceutical cleanroom are spore-forming bacteria, with strains such as Bacillus species, able to cause human disease.

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Ensuring successful digital outreach and retention in atopic dermatitis trials

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Trial organisers face intense competition to find and recruit eligible patients for atopic dermatitis studies. With more than 500 dermatology clinical trials currently underway, it is often heard that there is a ‘’competition for participants’’. Yet evidence from research studies and a survey with 4,000+ atopic dermatitis patients conducted by Clariness shows that this ‘race to recruit’ is actually not the primary reason for the growing discontinuation rate of atopic dermatitis trials.