Clinical research

Merck’s Phase III trial studying Keytruda (pembrolizumab) for unresected locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) failed to meet the primary endpoint.
VBL’s ofra-vec candidate was primarily evaluated on its ability to improve PFS and OS in study participants—and delivered disappointing results for both measures.
Avista Therapeutics inked a partnership deal with Swiss pharma giant Roche to develop AAV gene therapy vectors for eye diseases.
Avadel and Jazz Pharma, a leader in treating sleep disorders, are locked in a patent dispute. If it receives final FDA approval, Avadel’s Lumryz could challenge Jazz’s market dominance.
Sanofi has terminated a development agreement with Regulus in Alport syndrome, while Merck reaches the point of futility in a Phase III colorectal cancer trial.
Innovent Biologics’ Phase II trial of mazdutide, a potential treatment for type 2 diabetes, showed the drug met its primary endpoint by successfully reducing HbA1c levels.
The FDA has approved Incyte’s Opzelura as the first and only at-home therapy for repigmentation in nonsegmental vitiligo.
The buyout comes on the heels of promising Phase I/II results from GTX-102, an antisense oligonucleotide candidate being developed to treat Angelman syndrome.
In what it is calling a strategic decision, Sesen Bio announced Monday that it has paused development activities of Vicineum, its lead asset, in the United States.
In the latest in Nestlé’s efforts to establish a presence in the gastroenterology space, the company will pay over $40 million upfront to Enterome as part of a new partnership.
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