Novartis ventures itself into developing new editing technology Novartis has moved beyond CRISPR and CAR-T gene editing technology with its latest deal with Homology Medicines, aiming to improve up...
Japanese researchers report promising results from an experimental therapy for Parkinson’s disease that involves implanting neurons made from ‘reprogrammed’ stem cells into the brain. A trial conducted in monkeys with a version of the disease showed that the treatment improved their symptoms and seemed to be safe, a...
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Find MoreBiogen triumphs in latest Tecfidera patent dispute Biogen has prevailed in a patent squabble with Denmark’s Forward Pharma over multiple sclerosis med Tecfidera—but the decision may not actually help the Big Biotech steer clear of generic rivals. The Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) ruled Friday that Forward cou...
Find MoreMylan closing Illinois plant, cutting 90 jobs as part of slim-down after Meda buyout Mylan has been in the midst of cutting about 3,500 jobs to decrease costs and refocus after its $7 billion buyout last year of Meda Pharmaceuticals. About 90 of those cuts will come with the closure of a plant in Illinois.The drugma...
Find MoreIn letter to Allergan, SEC says it will scrutinize industry's use of non-GAAP accounting When the SEC criticized Valeant Pharmaceuticals over its use of non-GAAP reporting, it seemed like a regulator barking at a company known for pushing the limits. But now the agency has fired a warning shot across the bow of the ...
Find MoreOver the last few decades, the N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (also known as the NMDA receptor or NMDAR) has received much attention due to their role in brain development and function. They are ionotropic receptors found in nerve cells, gets activated by binding of glutamate and glycine. NMDRs are heteromers compose...
Find MoreCriticism of the drug company at the centre of a disastrous clinical trial that left one participant dead and four with long-term neurological symptoms has intensified following a revelation that the firm did not use certain data when deciding to administer a higher dose that proved deadly. On 15 December, during a ...
Find MoreWith $496M CNS sale, Novartis joins other Pharma companies casting off tired meds The latest Big Pharma to join the asset-sale party is Novartis, which is in talks to offload some of its older central nervous system (CNS) drugs, including Ritalin for attention deficit disorder and Exelon patch for Alzheimer’s. The p...
Find MoreGW Pharmaceuticals, a UK based company, believes in growing its own cannabis plants, search for its ingredients and then come up with medicines that help the company in taking one more step towards approval of Epidiolex, as seen in the announcement of positive phase 3 trial results earlier this week. The drug is fo...
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Find MoreThe American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is one of the largest and most respected conferences in the field of oncology. Held annually, this conference brings together researchers, physicians, and other healthcare professionals from around the world to discuss the latest advances in cancer research, diagnosis, and treatment.