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Roche, AstraZeneca, Moderna, Merck and Affimed presented new data in liver cancer, lung cancer, melanoma and lymphoma.
Merck finalized the acquisition of immune-focused Prometheus Biosciences for approximately $10.8 billion, picking up mid-stage ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s asset.
Liver toxicities triggered a partial clinical hold on Merck KGaA’s trial studying its BTK inhibitor candidate for multiple sclerosis.
Results from two late-stage trials showed the Merck-Eisai combo treatment failed to boost survival in two difficult-to-treat advanced cancers.
Proxygen added Merck to its partner roster on Wednesday, garnering an undisclosed upfront payment plus a potential $2.55 billion in milestones.
The FDA has approved the combination regimen of Merck’s Keytruda and Seagen and Astellas’ Padcev for the first-line treatment of locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma.
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