December, 2024

article thumbnail

How AI will reshape pharma by 2025

Drug Target Review

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised many industries, yet its adoption in pharmaceutical drug development has been notably slower. Concerns surrounding data security, the complexity of AI systems, and the rigorous regulatory frameworks in this field have caused the pharmaceutical industry to approach these technologies with caution. For years, AI and machine learning (ML) were often dismissed as little more than advanced statistics with little practical value in drug development.

article thumbnail

Virus that threatened humanity opens the future

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Scientists have developed an innovative therapeutic platform by mimicking the intricate structures of viruses using artificial intelligence (AI).

Virus 134
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

FDA Approves First Generic of GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Victoza (liraglutide injection) to Lower Blood Sugar in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

Drugs.com

December 23, 2024 -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first generic referencing Victoza (liraglutide injection) 18 milligram/3 milliliter, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist indicated to improve glycemic.

article thumbnail

In-Silico Antibody Development with AlphaBind Using NVIDIA BioNeMo and AWS HealthOmics

Nvidia Developer: Drug Discovery

Antibodies have become the most prevalent class of therapeutics, primarily due to their ability to target specific antigens, enabling them to treat a wide range. Antibodies have become the most prevalent class of therapeutics, primarily due to their ability to target specific antigens, enabling them to treat a wide range of diseases, from cancer to autoimmune disorders.

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Keypoint Newsletter: Introducing the New Fellows Class of 2025

keypoint

Meet the Keystone Symposia Fellows Class of 2025, a stellar group of post-doctoral fellows and early-career scientists who will take part in this prestigious mentorship program.

Doctors 123
article thumbnail

Lilly’s Zepbound beats Novo’s Wegovy in high-stakes obesity drug trial

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

Results from the head-to-head study showed treatment with Zepbound resulted in 47% greater relative weight loss than Wegovy, a finding that could advantage Lilly in the companies’ market competition.

More Trending

article thumbnail

How did humans and dogs become friends? Connections in the Americas began 12,000 years ago

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A new study sheds light on how long humans in the Americas have had relationships with the ancestors of today's dogs -- and asks an 'existential question': What is a dog?

136
136
article thumbnail

Quick Fix? New Migraine Medicine, Qulipta, May Start Working Right Away

Drugs.com

THURSDAY, Dec. 26, 2024 -- Migraine patients often suffer a long time before docs zero in on the best dosage for drugs designed to prevent their terrible symptoms. But a recently approved daily migraine pill called Qulipta (atogepant) appears to be.

Drugs 119
article thumbnail

CDMO Selection: The Ultimate Checklist

Drug Patent Watch

The biopharmaceutical industry has witnessed a significant surge in the number of therapeutic molecules in development, leading to a corresponding increase in the number of contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs). This growth has created a competitive landscape where pharmaceutical companies must carefully evaluate and select the right CDMO partner to ensure the success of their projects.

article thumbnail

Cover Image

Chemical Biology and Drug Design

Cover Image molekuul_be/Shutterstock.

100
100
article thumbnail

How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency

Clinical trial data management is increasingly challenging as studies grow in complexity. Quickly accessing and analyzing study data is vital for assessing trial progress and patient safety. In this paper, we explore real-time data access and analysis for proactive study management. We investigate using adverse event (AE) data to monitor safety and discuss a clinical analytics platform that supports collaboration and data review workflows.

article thumbnail

Novo’s next-gen obesity drug misses expectations in closely watched trial

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

Novo shares lost nearly a quarter of their value after an experimental combination treatment called cagrisema fell short of the bar set by executives.

Trials 120
article thumbnail

How GPCR agonists, including antibodies, are shaping the future of metabolic care

Drug Target Review

G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) represent a cornerstone of modern drug discovery due to their crucial role in regulating human physiology and their involvement in numerous diseases. Many of these receptors are key targets for addressing obesity and metabolic disorders. Confo Therapeutics , led by CEO Dr Cedric Ververken, is at the forefront of developing innovative GPCR-targeted therapies using its proprietary ConfoBody ® platform.

article thumbnail

Can the heart heal itself? New study says it can

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Physician-scientists found that a subset of artificial heart patients can regenerate heart muscle, which may open the door to new ways to treat and perhaps someday cure heart failure.

122
122
article thumbnail

Norovirus Cases Are Up in Pockets of the U.S.

Drugs.com

MONDAY, Dec. 30, 2024 -- Norovirus, a highly contagious stomach bug, is surging across the United States this winter, according to the latest data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).The data shows 91 outbreaks of.

Disease 116
article thumbnail

Deliver Fast, Flexible Clinical Trial Insights with Spotfire

Clinical research has entered a new era, one that requires real-time analytics and visualization to allow trial leaders to work collaboratively and to develop, at the click of a mouse, deep insights that enable proactive study management. Learn how Revvity Signals helps drug developers deliver clinical trial data insights in real-time using a fast and flexible data and analytics platform to empower data-driven decision-making.

article thumbnail

#WhyIScience Q&A: A computational biologist’s world travels have shaped her approach to research

Broad Institute

#WhyIScience Q&A: A computational biologists world travels have shaped her approach to research By Corie Lok December 11, 2024 Breadcrumb Home #WhyIScience Q&A: A computational biologists world travels have shaped her approach to research Wolu Chukwu talks about how she brings a community-first focus to her work in cancer genetics. By Corie Lok December 11, 2024 Credit: Allison Colorado, Broad Communications Wolu Chukwu is a computational biologist studying cancer genetics at Broad.

Research 105
article thumbnail

Synthesis and Activity Study of Gefitinib Derivatives Inducing Mitochondrial Apoptosis in Hela Cells

Chemical Biology and Drug Design

We have discovered a gefitinib derivative that can inhibit IDO1 enzyme activity in Hela cells, thereby inducing apoptosis in these cells. ABSTRACT Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women globally. Its development is closely linked to accelerated cell cycle progression and the inhibition of apoptosis in cervical cancer tissues. Gefitinib has demonstrated efficacy in inhibiting cervical cancer cells, and the 1,2,3-triazole structure is widely recognized for its role in inducin

Research 100
article thumbnail

Diabetes advocacy group discourages use of compounded GLP-1 drugs

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

The ADA recommended doctors avoid prescribing unapproved, off-brand versions of drugs like Wegovy, wading into a dispute that has gripped the FDA and compounding pharmacies over the past few months.

article thumbnail

The Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in Drug Repurposing

Drug Patent Watch

In the ever-evolving landscape of pharmaceutical research and development, a revolutionary force is reshaping the way we approach drug discovery and repurposing. This force is none other than Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).

Drugs 90
article thumbnail

Clinical Data Like You´ve Never Seen It Before: Why Spotfire Is the Leading Tool for Clinical Analytics

Clinical development organizations face a wide array of challenges when it comes to data, many of which can impact the operational effectiveness of their clinical trials. In this whitepaper, experts from Revvity Signals explore how solutions like TIBCO® Spotfire® enable better, more streamlined studies. The whitepaper also features a success story from Ambrx, a leading biopharmaceutical company, detailing how it has leveraged Spotfire to tackle data quality and collaboration challenges in clinic

article thumbnail

20th century lead exposure damaged American mental health

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Exposure to car exhaust from leaded gas during childhood altered the balance of mental health in the U.S. population, making generations of Americans more depressed, anxious and inattentive or hyperactive, according to researchers. They estimate that 151 million cases of psychiatric disorder over the past 75 years have resulted from American children's exposure to lead.

Research 125
article thumbnail

GLP-1 Zepbound Is Approved As First Drug For Sleep Apnea

Drugs.com

MONDAY, Dec. 23, 2024 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first prescription medication specifically for treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA): the weight-loss drug Zepbound. In a news release published Dec. 20, the FDA.

FDA 115
article thumbnail

Inside Job: Secret Histories in the National Museum

Codon

103
103
article thumbnail

Lycorine Suppresses Non‐Small‐Cell Lung Cancer Progression Through Activating STING Pathway and Stimulating an Antitumor Immune Response

Chemical Biology and Drug Design

Our results demonstrate the effects of LYD on cell viability, cell cycle, and apoptosis in NSCLC invitro and invivo models and explored its underlying mechanisms. Our findings suggest that LYD inhibited NSCLC cells growth by inducing G2/M arrest and subsequent apoptosis. It also inhibited the P70S6K and PS6 pathways. More interestingly, LYD also significantly activated the STING pathway in NSCLC, inducing CXCL10 and CCL5 expression, which may help overcome immunotherapy resistance.

article thumbnail

Zepbound, Mounjaro shortages are resolved, FDA confirms

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

The FDA’s decision will close a lucrative market opportunity for compounding pharmacies, although the agency will give a limited grace period before taking any enforcement actions.

article thumbnail

Pharmacognosy and Drug Patents: Unveiling Nature’s Medicinal Treasures

Drug Patent Watch

In the vast realm of pharmaceutical research and development, there’s a fascinating intersection between ancient wisdom and modern science. This intersection is where pharmacognosy meets drug patents, creating a unique landscape that shapes the future of medicine. But what exactly is pharmacognosy, and how does it relate to the complex world of drug patents?

Drugs 92
article thumbnail

Twisted Edison: Bright, elliptically polarized incandescent light

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Bright, twisted light can be produced with technology similar to an Edison light bulb, researchers have shown. The finding adds nuance to fundamental physics while offering a new avenue for robotic vision systems and other applications for light that traces out a helix in space.

Research 119
article thumbnail

Tips for Spending Holiday Time With Family Members Who Live with Dementia

Drugs.com

SATURDAY, Dec. 21, 2024 -- The holiday spirit is infectious, even for people suffering from dementia.But family and friends might need to make some slight adjustments to help a dementia patient better enjoy the holidays, the Alzheimers Foundation o.

115
115
article thumbnail

The Dangers of Mirrored Life

Codon

The creation of a “mirrored” organism could “trigger severe ecological disruptions,” according to a 300-page technical report released today. Its authors claim such organisms could quickly spread across the world, fatally infect humans, and “directly drive vulnerable plant and animal species to extinction.” The report accompanies an article in Science , also released today, entitled “Confronting Risks of Mirror Life.” But what, exactly, is a mirror

RNA 100
article thumbnail

Design, Synthesis and Pro‐Inflammatory Activity of Palmitoylated Derivatives of Thioglycolic Acid as New Immunomodulators

Chemical Biology and Drug Design

The new palmitoylated derivatives of thioglycolic acid are designed to mimic microbial lipopeptides as a new class of small-molecule immunomodulators. The most active compound ( 10 ) induced a 1226-fold increase in the expression of TNF- and IL-1 mRNA and triggered a marked release of NO in isolated macrophages at 1.0M. ABSTRACT The immune system is essential for the defense against infections and is critically implicated in various disorders, including immunodeficiency, autoimmunity, inflammati

article thumbnail

Janux impresses Wall Street with new prostate cancer drug results

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

While early and from a small trial, the findings suggest Janux’s method of “masking” T cell engagers could lead to differentiated results, some analysts said.

Trials 116
article thumbnail

How to Identify Branded Drugs with a Low Likelihood of Generic Entry as Targets for In-Licensing

Drug Patent Watch

Identifying branded drugs with a low likelihood of generic entry has become a crucial strategy for companies looking to expand their product portfolio through in-licensing. This approach not only helps maintain market exclusivity but also ensures a steady revenue stream for pharmaceutical companies. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the intricacies of identifying such drugs and leveraging them for successful in-licensing opportunities.

article thumbnail

Hidden fat predicts Alzheimer's 20 years ahead of symptoms

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Researchers have linked a specific type of body fat to the abnormal proteins in the brain that are hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease up to 20 years before the earliest symptoms of dementia appear, according to a new study. The researchers emphasized that lifestyle modifications targeted at reducing this fat could influence the development of Alzheimer's disease.

Disease 125
article thumbnail

Could Olumiant Be A New Way to Treat Sjögren’s Disease? Researchers Are Hopeful

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Dec. 20, 2024 -- An existing drug might be able to treat an autoimmune disorder that causes dry eye, dry mouth, fatigue and muscle or joint pain. Baricitinib (Olumiant), a drug currently used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, appears to.

Disease 116
article thumbnail

Matt Isbell Inspires Growth in Perficient’s Microsoft Practice

Perficient: Drug Development

No matter the project, location, or career path, Perficient promises to challenge, champion, and celebrate every colleague on their journey to success. Perficient is a place where great minds and great companies converge to boldly advance business. Our colleagues bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the table that inspire creativity, spark collaboration, and ignite change.