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The Department of Justice is seeking more information regarding Biogen’s overseas operations, while the Securities and Exchange Commission is looking into the launch of the now-defunct Alzheimer’s disease therapy Aduhelm.
Citing the need for more time to review additional Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls information, the FDA has extended its target action date for Rocket Pharmaceuticals’ investigational gene therapy by three months.
Roivant Sciences will wind down operations for Hemavant, which was formed two years ago to advance RVT-2001 as a potential first-in-class treatment for transfusion-dependent anemia in patients with lower-risk myelodysplastic syndromes.
Approved in combination with three chemotherapies, Onivyde is the first new frontline treatment option in more than 10 years for adults living with metastatic pancreatic adenocarcinoma.
With last year’s approval of Vertex and CRISPR’s Casgevy, it’s the start of a new era of gene editing. But there are still challenges we must face.
Two weeks after Vertex’s Phase III data for VX-548 reenergized the field, Latigo Biotherapeutics announced $135 million in Series A funds to push its own NaV1.8 inhibitor into Phase II.
In a tough funding environment, some biotechs are choosing to leave executive positions vacant and either spread responsibilities or find a part-time leader.
The neuroscience space saw a late push in merger and acquisition activity, while oncology start-ups reeled in the most venture capital funds. Industry leaders expect these trends to continue.
Studies presented Monday at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons annual meeting show semaglutide has positive impact on outcomes for total hip arthroplasty patients.
Plus, tips for finding biophama job opportunities, and when and how to follow up after a job interview.
The startup will use the money to fund a Phase II trial in combination with Eli Lilly’s Zepbound in the hopes of increased weight loss results, while attempting to protect body composition from muscle wasting.
In the fourth quarter of 2023, Biogen’s revenue from multiple sclerosis drugs fell 8% due to generics competition and the company paid $60 million in close out costs related to Alzheimer’s treatment Aduhelm.