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Treatments for poxviruses -- including those causing mpox and smallpox -- may already exist in licensed drugs

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Tecovirimat is an anti-poxviral drug, and its use is driving the emergence of drug-resistant variants of the monkeypox virus. Existing drugs -- developed to treat other viral infections -- also target this cellular protein.

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Spirulina’s role in shaping the future of preventative biologics

Drug Target Review

A deep interest in political science and the political economy of drugs led him to focus on how drugs are priced and distributed across different jurisdictions. As CEO, he oversees everything except the science, which is driven by his co-founder, Jim Roberts.

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The future of mental health treatment: Zelquistinel’s role

Drug Target Review

He has contributed to more than 130 granted patents and advanced over 12 clinical drug candidates across various therapeutic areas, including cognition, depression, pain and other disorders. This concept is crucial in early drug discovery because it challenges traditional methods of drug development, where the focus is often on the PK.

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Bridging science and technology: a biotech CEO’s perspective

Drug Target Review

Wilkie’s background as a biochemist and his time at Merck, a leading pharmaceutical company, shaped his early understanding of drug development and business strategy. As someone who describes himself as an “enthusiastic sceptic,” Wilkie is cautious but hopeful about the potential of AI in drug development. “I

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Obesity care gets personalised: tailoring therapies with Phenomix

Drug Target Review

Phenomix Sciences , led by CEO Mark Bagnall, is using precision medicine to make treatments more targeted and effective. In this interview, Bagnall explains how this approach is improving patient outcomes and driving the development of better obesity drugs. Mark is an entrepreneur and business manager in the healthcare industry.

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The art and science of drug formulation

Drug Target Review

The science behind drug formulation The formulation of a drug is both an art and a science, requiring a deep understanding of the drug’s chemical and physical properties. 1 Challenges in drug formulation Developing a successful drug formulation is fraught with challenges.

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Biotech leader champions targeted cancer treatments and diversity

Drug Target Review

I started my career with a degree in biomedical sciences from the University of East Anglia in Norwich, UK. I went on to complete my MBA and PhD at The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) in drug development. Personally, I went from working in licensing and business development in big pharma straight to being a CEO.