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The genetic modifier approach: identifying the right target for rare diseases

Drug Target Review

Most rare diseases are caused by a single gene defect, but severity can vary considerably among patients. Modifier genes can help explain that variability and can alter or even prevent disease onset and progression, making them appealing therapeutic targets. However, the identification of these genes is challenging.

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ADUHELM and Alzheimer’s Disease Portfolio at 2021 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference

The Pharma Data

(Nasdaq: BIIB) today announced it will share multiple oral and poster presentations from its Alzheimer’s disease clinical development portfolio at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC), which will be held in Denver, Colorado and online July 26-30, 2021.

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International Conference on Alzheimer’s & Parkinson Diseases 2021™ (AD/PD™ 2021) to Showcase Clinical Advances in Alzheimer’s Disease Research

The Pharma Data

New data from 10 studies will be presented by Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) at the upcoming virtual International Conference on Alzheimer’s & Parkinson Diseases 2021 (AD/PD 2021), March 9-14, 2021. vice president of Alzheimer’s disease development unit, Eli Lilly and Company.

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ScienceSaturday: March 16, 2024

KIF1A

Dylan Verden of KIF1A.ORG summarizes newly published KIF1A-related research and highlights progress in rare disease research and therapeutic development. Like hereditary spastic paraplegia, CMT is an umbrella disorder, associated with mutations in over 140 genes, but many diagnosed patients do not know their disease-causing mutation.

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Novartis Provides Update on AVXS-101 Intrathecal Clinical Development Program

The Pharma Data

Trial design and other details are being evaluated and a comprehensive update on the overall Novartis SMA clinical development program will be provided at a future time following further discussions with health authorities. This guidance provides clarity on the path to registration for AVXS-101 IT.

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Novavax Announces COVID-19 Vaccine Clinical Development Progress

The Pharma Data

Nasdaq: NVAX), a late-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation vaccines for serious infectious diseases, today provided an update on its COVID-19 vaccine program. availability of efficacy data depends on the illness rate in South Africa and may be available as soon as the first quarter 2021. GAITHERSBURG, Md.,

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Gilead Sciences Announces Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results

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econd Quarter 2021 Product Sales Increased 21% Year-Over-Year Primarily Driven by Veklury. Nasdaq: GILD) announced today its results of operations for the second quarter 2021. “We Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results. Total second quarter 2021 revenue of $6.2 As of June 30, 2021, Gilead had $7.4

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