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Study finds dual receptor beta-agonist promotes healthy weight loss

Drug Discovery World

A new research paper has validated the mechanism of action of the Atrogi’s first-in-class, small molecule, ATR-127, in combating obesity and metabolic complications. Unlike existing anti-obesity therapies that compromise lean muscle mass, ATR-127 induces significant weight loss while preserving crucial lean body mass.

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Advancing regenerative cell therapy development

Drug Target Review

What distinguishes Alder Therapeutics’ approach to regenerative cell therapy development from traditional methods, and how does it aim to reduce risks in the preclinical phase? Traditional approaches to regenerative cell therapy development are defined by several challenges. So, what makes these therapies unique?

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Antibody Drug Conjugates: windows of opportunity

Drug Target Review

These therapies have broadened treatment options for patients to expand beyond the more traditional small molecule drug alternatives. The global ADC market is expected to continue this steep upward trajectory and is anticipated to exceed $16 Billion by 2026. 3D rendering of Antibody Drug Conjugate Molecules.

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The challenges and trends of cell & gene therapies 

Drug Discovery World

DDW Editor Reece Armstrong looks at the cell and gene therapy landscape, examining the challenges facing developers and the trends we can expect to see throughout the year. . There’s no doubt that cell and gene therapies present some of the most exciting opportunities for emerging drugs. million price point per dose.

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Boehringer Ingelheim and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz lay the foundation stone for the 285 million EUR innovation center

The Pharma Data

Starting in 2026, this facility will develop manufacturing processes for active pharmaceutical ingredients and produce drugs for use in clinical trial phases. Biopharmaceuticals and small molecules each account for approximately half of the company’s research pipeline.

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Lessons From A Private Funding Round: Science, Relationships, And Experience

LifeSciVC

We are confident that there is room for improvement over existing cystic fibrosis (CF) therapies because we have not yet achieved fully normalized function of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) protein. We experienced strong enthusiasm for small molecule research in the investor community.

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Fibrosis research: Advances and challenges 

Drug Discovery World

DDW’s Megan Thomas caught up with Wigerinck to learn more about his work with small molecules for fibrosis research. MT: Your appointment comes as Fibrocor seeks to advance two drug candidates – exquisitely specific kinase inhibitor small molecules (FIB992 and FIB991) for rare indications into the clinic.