Drug Discovery World

JULY 26, 2024

News round-up for 22-26 July by DDW Senior Digital Content Editor Diana Spencer. There have been some interesting developments in neuroscience this week. Perhaps most note-worthy, shingles vaccines Shingrix has been shown to reduce the risk of dementia by 17%, and TikoMed’s ALS drug caused a long-term slowing of ALS progression in a Phase II trial. The top stories: Oxford centre to address global epilepsy challenges The University of Oxford is launching The Centre for Global Epilepsy to address

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Science Daily: Pharmacology News

JULY 26, 2024

Engineering researchers have demonstrated a state-of-the-art hardware device that could reduce energy consumption for artificial intelligent (AI) computing applications by a factor of at least 1,000.

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Drug Discovery World

JULY 26, 2024

Dren Bio and Novartis Pharma have entered a strategic collaboration focused on the discovery and development of therapeutic bispecific antibodies for cancer. Under the terms of the agreement, Dren Bio will receive a total upfront consideration of $150 million from Novartis, which includes a $25 million equity investment in the company. Dren Bio is also eligible to receive up to $2.85 billion in additional cash payments upon achieving certain preclinical, clinical, regulatory, and commercial mile

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Science Daily: Pharmacology News

JULY 26, 2024

New therapy uses synthetic nanofibers to mimic the natural signaling of a protein that is crucial for cartilage formation and maintenance. Researchers found that intensifying the motion of molecules within the nanofibers led to more components needed for regeneration. After just four hours, the treatment activated the gene expression necessary to generate cartilage.

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JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- Abbott has warned diabetes patients that some of its continuous blood sugar monitoring systems may need to be replaced because of inaccurate readings."Abbott has recently identified a small number of FreeStyle Libre 3.

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Science Daily: Pharmacology News

JULY 26, 2024

Lampreys are one of only two living jawless vertebrates Jaws are formed by a key stem cell population called the neural crest New research reveals the gene regulatory changes that may explain morphological differences between jawed and jawless vertebrates.

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Perficient: Drug Development

JULY 26, 2024

Perficient is thrilled to announce that Amarender Peddamalku has been awarded the prestigious “Most Valuable Professional” (MVP) status in Business Applications by Microsoft for the second time. This achievement is especially significant, highlighting his continued excellence and commitment to the Microsoft community. Amarender Peddamalku serves as the Microsoft Modern Work practice lead and digital transformation leader at Perficient.

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Drugs.com

JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- An additional cinnamon product sold in the United States has been found to contain high levels of lead, health officials are warning.In a health alert issued Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the ground.

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Science Daily: Pharmacology News

JULY 26, 2024

Scientists have identified an automatic behavior in flies that helps them assess wind conditions -- its presence and direction -- before deploying a strategy to follow a scent to its source. The fact that they can do this is surprising -- can you tell if there's a gentle breeze if you stick your head out of a moving car? Flies aren't just reacting to an odor with a preprogrammed response: they are responding in context-appropriate manner.

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JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- A simple home screening test for colon cancer can reduce the risk of dying from the disease by 33%, a new study shows.Results indicate that undergoing annual at-home FIT (fecal immunochemical test) screening “is as good as g.

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BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

JULY 26, 2024

Eisai plans to appeal the EMA’s negative recommendation, hoping to break into a market analysts expect could eventually bring billions of dollars in sales for the Alzheimer’s drug.

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Drugs.com

JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- Americans' risk of dying in a firearm accident depends in large part on where they live in the United States, a new study finds.People in Southeastern states like Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama run the greatest risk of.

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Conversations in Drug Development Trends

JULY 26, 2024

At Worldwide Clinical Trials’ bioanalytical lab, we view challenges as opportunities to excel and set new standards. The path to drug approval is complex, with many variables and potential delays. That’s why our team is committed to continuous improvement through our initiative, WorldwideEdge, where we optimize everything from our processes to our teams’ performance for each drug development program.

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Drugs.com

JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- Boar's Head announced Friday that it was recalling all of its liverwurst products because they could be tainted with dangerous Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. "The company is also recalling additional deli meat products.

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JULY 26, 2024

Cannabis and its products have been used for centuries for both medicinal and recreational purposes. The recent widespread legalization of cannabis has vastly expanded its use in the United States across all demographics except for adolescents. Meanwhile decades of research have advanced our knowledge of cannabis pharmacology and particularly of the endocannabinoid system with which the components of cannabis interact.

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JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- Older people who avail themselves of the newest shingles vaccine could reap a hidden benefit: A significant drop in their odds of developing dementia.One expert applauded the new findings."Dementia isn’t an inevitable part o.

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BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

JULY 26, 2024

Glycomimetics and Cue Biopharma both revealed layoffs. Elsewhere, AbbVie’s earnings impressed Wall Street and an FDA panel recommended changing testing requirements for some lung cancer drugs.

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Drugs.com

JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- Children from poor families are less likely to survive cancer, particularly if they are not white, a new study reports.A childhood cancer patient’s risk of dying within five years of their diagnosis increases 4% for every o.

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Agency IQ

JULY 26, 2024

BY LAURA DIANGELO, MPH , RACHEL COE, MSC Meeting a biosimilar user fee commitment, the FDA is expanding on its recommendations for biosimilar and interchangeable product applicants asking the FDA for post-approval manufacturing changes. The new draft guidance gives considerations for applicants seeking new dosage form or strengths, and those manufacturing the product in a facility with other versions of the biological product.

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Drugs.com

JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- The rate at which young Americans are ending up in hospital ICUs after using fake Oxycontin pills spiked with fentanyl is soaring, especially in the U.S. West, a new report warns.Medical toxicology data from one unnamed.

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Agency IQ

JULY 26, 2024

BY AMANDA CONTI FDA has fulfilled its commitment under the Over-the-Counter Monograph Drug User Fee (OMUFA) program to issue final guidance on how sponsors can electronically submit monographs and other documents. The final document reflects the agency’s efforts to develop reference guides for its upload portals. Fill out the form to read the full article.

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JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- Women who are diagnosed with breast cancer in one breast, even in the early stages, sometimes opt for a double mastectomy, due to the fear that the cancer will migrate to the other breast.But that decision may not offer any.

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Agency IQ

JULY 26, 2024

BY COREY JASEPH, MS, RAC The newly available May 2024 meetings of the Medical Device Coordination Group provide insight into the European Commission’s efforts to fully implement the European medical device and diagnostic regulations. AgencyIQ took a look at the doings of the group and its subcommittees that are most pertinent for device manufacturers.

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BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

JULY 26, 2024

All five large pharmaceutical companies to report earnings this week raised either their profit or revenue guidance for the year.

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Agency IQ

JULY 26, 2024

BY SCOTT STEPHENS, MPA The European Commission’s latest update to the export and import of hazardous chemicals regulation, which implements the Rotterdam Convention on prior informed consent in the EU, adds 41 chemicals to the list of substances requiring export notification. Fill out the form to read the full article.

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Science Daily: Pharmacology News

JULY 26, 2024

Birds tend to be more colorful in the tropics, and scientists wanted to find out how they got there: if colorful feathers evolved in the tropics, or if tropical birds have brightly-colored ancestors that came to the region from somwhere else. Scientists built a database of 9,409 birds to explore the spread of color across the globe. They found that iridescent, colorful feathers originated 415 times across the bird tree of life, and in most cases, arose outside of the tropics -- and that the ance

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DS in Pharmatics

JULY 26, 2024

Date: July 26, 2024 Location: Kansas City, MO DSI, a renowned pharmaceutical and animal health industry leader, is thrilled to announce its participation in the upcoming Animal Health Corridor Summit on August 26-27, 2024.

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Drug Patent Watch

JULY 26, 2024

Dabigatran etexilate mesylate is the generic ingredient in two branded drugs marketed by Alkem Labs Ltd, Apotex, Hetero Labs Ltd Iii, and Boehringer Ingelheim and, and is included in five NDAs.

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Perficient: Drug Development

JULY 26, 2024

Welcome to the new series on Usability and Experience (UX) in Universal Design! In this series, we will delve into the key principles that ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all users. Our first installment focuses on the essential usability and UX principles for individuals with physical disabilities. By understanding and implementing these principles, designers and developers can create environments, products, and services that are not only functional but also enjoyable for everyone, reg

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Drug Patent Watch

JULY 26, 2024

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for OGSIVEO Ogsiveo is a drug marketed by Springworks and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are twenty-one patents protecting this drug.

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Perficient: Drug Development

JULY 26, 2024

Welcome to our new installment of our Universal Design and Health System blog series. In this edition, we will explore the critical role of Universal Design in future-proofing healthcare. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, it is essential to create systems and environments that are adaptable, resilient, and inclusive. Universal Design principles provide a framework for achieving these goals, ensuring that healthcare facilities can meet the diverse needs of current and future popula

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KIF1A

JULY 26, 2024

KIF1A.ORG has had the privilege of supporting both in-person and virtual conferences with our scientific and family community members. These events offer a unique opportunity for all stakeholders to come together and connect. For many researchers, it is often their first time meeting a KAND patient face-to-face. Similarly, for families, it is frequently the first occasion to meet another KAND patient in person.

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Predictive Oncology

JULY 26, 2024

EndoPrep as a sample treatment system to be used with FUJIFILM PYROSTAR ES-F/Plate Download white paper here Interested in partnering with us? Please fill out the form below. The post The use of Predictive Oncology’s EndoPrep™ with FUJIFILM Wako’s PYROSTAR™ demonstrates the ability to reduce protein interference with a variety of common proteins. appeared first on Predictive Oncology.

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Drugs.com

JULY 26, 2024

FRIDAY, July 26, 2024 -- Turning off smartphones is an important step in making sure tweens get the sleep they need, a new study says.Leaving a phone ringer on is associated with a 25% higher risk of sleep disturbance among tweens ages 11 and 12.

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