BioSpace News Archive

Drug Development

Lundbeck’s Migraine Drug Hits Roadblock in Phase III

Lundbeck revealed that its migraine drug Vyepti failed to demonstrate statistical superiority over placebo at reducing the number of monthly migraine days.

August 19, 2022
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Tristan Manalac
FDA

Axsome’s Auvelity Becomes First FDA-Approved Oral NMDA For Major Depressive Disorder

The FDA’s decision on Axsome Therapeutics’ Auvelity is based on positive results from a massive clinical program that covered over 1,100 patients with depression.

August 19, 2022
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Vanessa Doctor, RN
Policy

Scientists Report Monkeypox Outbreak was Not Only Preventable, but Expected

Cases of monkeypox infections reported in the latest viral outbreak have surpassed 14,000 in the U.S., according to the CDC. Some scientists believe the outbreak was predictable.

August 19, 2022
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Alex Keown
Bio NC

The Top Biopharma Companies Hiring New Grads Across the U.S.

Finding a job right out of college can seem like a daunting task. To help, BioSpace has compiled a list of the top companies hiring new grads for entry-level roles.

August 19, 2022
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Rosemary Scott
Drug Development

FDA Weekly Review: Daewoong, Novavax, Preceptis and More

The FDA is busy accepting drug applications, granting specialty designations and approving drugs for market. Here’s a look at this week’s FDA activity.

August 19, 2022
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Mark Terry
Drug Development

High Cholesterol, Glucose and Gum Disease linked to Alzheimer’s

New study supports link between Alzheimer’s and other diseases and points out potential risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s later in life.

August 19, 2022
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Mark Terry
Business

Biotech Looks to Bounce Back in Second Half of 2022

In the second half of the calendar year, the biopharma industry continues to ascend in mergers and acquisitions, new drug approvals and big investments, indicate market confidence and growth.

August 19, 2022
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Mark Terry
Employer Resources

How Reverse Mentorship Disrupts Hierarchy and Improves Outlook

Finding a mentor who can serve as a guide for one’s career is a goal for many young professionals. But reverse mentorship can be just as beneficial, as both parties stand to benefit.

August 19, 2022
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Rosemary Scott
Business

Kymera Raises $150 Million to Support Protein Degradation Program

Kymera has raised money through sale of more than 2,769,000 shares of common stock to help support the company’s ongoing clinical and preclinical programs.

August 19, 2022
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Alex Keown
Career Advice

What Life Science Job Seekers Need to Know Before Working Outside the U.S.

With so many differences in research and regulation, it’s more important now than ever for job seekers considering moving outside of the U.S. to educate themselves before they make the leap.

August 19, 2022
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Franklin Carpenter