The agency has given the go-ahead on an IND application for a study evaluating Ananda Scientific’s Nantheia ATL5, a candidate for treating opioid use disorder.
The CRO's work with La Jolla Institute for Immunology, centered on a unique mouse model, is intended to increase understanding of how the COVID-19 virus operates.
Experts from global professional services outfit Alvarez and Marsal outline challenges created or exacerbated by COVID-19 and insights into potential solutions.
This month’s list of new technology, partnerships, and other announcements includes items from ObvioHealth, Datavant, HumanFirst, and other industry players.
An expert from patient solutions firm Trialbee discusses how the social media firm's recent ban on targeted advertising might impact patient recruitment.
The pharmaceutical company reports studies have demonstrated the main protease inhibitor of Paxlovid maintains in vitro efficiency against the variant.
The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency has released proposals to bolster trials legislation, asking citizens for input on the suggestions.
Regulatory bodies in the European Union have launched an initiative to develop the region as a focal point for clinical research and to better integrate clinical research in the European health system.
Blue Note Therapeutics has announced the status has been granted to BNT200, a device to treat anxiety and depression in acute myeloid leukemia patients.
The researchers, in studying how polyps morph into colorectal cancer, have set a path for improved surveillance of the disease, harnessing precision medicine.
The World Health Organization has recommended the drugs for COVID-19 patients, broadening the range of therapies to combat the virus behind the pandemic.
According to the company’s 12th Annual Pharmaceutical Innovation Report, pharmaceutical R&D return on investment has climbed to its highest peak since 2014.
Two experts from the CRO discuss artificial intelligence, machine language processing, and other analytical tools that can be useful in data management.
With the amount of available data increasing and technology evolving, says a company leader, the job of data manager is more demanding than ever before.
Performance Cell Manufacturing, a CDMO with a focus on manufacturing cell therapies, has been acquired by Great Point Partners and will now operate under the name Cellipont Bioservices.
A leader from the company discusses challenges in control labs and shares how a new solution aims to clear some key obstacles to greater effectiveness.
The pharma firm and collaborator Molecular Partners reported positive data out of their Phase II study for ensovibep, an antiviral for treating the virus.
The company plans to launch a Phase Ib/II study of its compound NVG-291 in collaboration with researchers at Northwestern University’s Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
The collaboration will center on development of unique data sets, which could be used in helping promote better understanding of aspects of human health.
Joining with a noted research foundation, the group is aiming for earlier detection and treatment of the disease, which hits nearly 500K people annually.
Checking in with pharma executives, the survey outlines leaders’ thoughts about current and future challenges, like costs, security, and inventory control.
Life science investor group, Novo Holdings, has agreed to buy Ritedose, the largest sterile CDMO in the US focused on advanced blow-fill-seal technology, from Hong-Kong based, AGIC Capital, and China’s Humanwell.
In a report outlining predictions for the coming year, the organization advises industry professionals to brace themselves for supply chain challenges.
This month’s news on mergers and acquisitions, hires, and other developments includes notable firms like Altasciences, Protocol First, WuXi STA, and more.
Clover Biopharmaceuticals, a clinical-stage biotech developing novel vaccines and biologic therapeutic candidates, has started construction on a new R&D Center in Zhangjiang Biotech and Pharmaceutical Industrial Base in Shanghai.
An AI expert discusses progress in the field, gaps in understanding, and how predictive modeling and other advanced analytical tools could be put to use.
A leader from health tech solutions company Vytal examines supply chain challenges faced in the pharmaceutical field and shares some potential solutions.
A forward-looking report from company experts includes a breakdown of the top trends to watch for in pharmaceutical development and in healthcare overall.
A representative from IFF Pharma Solutions talks about significant challenges in drug development and improvements the industry can implement to overcome them.
A leader from the clinical trial technology company says that insights gained during the recent pandemic could be helpful in realizing future improvements.
An R&D leader from Lonza explains its proactive approach to staying on top of supply chain challenges, including a new dedicated manufacturing line in China.
It has been a pleasure for the OSP team to connect with a long list of fascinating industry minds and share the stories; here are a few of our favorites.
OSP’s list of the year’s most-read stories shows readers are interested in M&A activities, new drug candidates, COVID-19 developments, and other hot news.
The organization is working to give oncology professionals the chance to hear directly from patients about their unique experiences, concerns, and hopes.
A leader from Oracle Health Sciences shares insights on how drug development and research pros collaborated to overcome formidable challenges this year.
This month’s collaborations, tech partnerships, new facilities, and other happenings includes news from Flywheel, Medable, Veeva, and other organizations.
According to an expert from the clinical insights company, prejudice in AI can impact patient outcomes as well as the ability to develop effective treatments.
The pharmaceutical company has announced GMP-related challenges with a manufacturer contracted to fill syringes for Wegovy pens headed to the US market.
The company has released a survey of cancer doctors; 83% of those polled believe real-world data is crucial to accelerating cancer research and treatment.
Professionals from various corners of the life-sciences field share views on significant challenges of 2021, bright spots, and what to look for in 2022.
While the pandemic saw many trials to shift to decentralized midstream, an expert from the trial tech firm suggests a ground-up design approach is preferable.
A leader from the company discusses how advanced analytical tools can be put to work to help tackle adverse event case processing and compliance issues.
A leader from the R&D tech provider discusses the obstacles faced by drug development professionals in recent months, and ways they rose to the occasion.
A leader from the information technology specialist explains how evolved thinking and digital transformation are leading to benefits across the industry.
A leader from the Decentralized Trials and Research Alliance offers perspective on the tools, technology, and thinking needed to advance clinical research.
The Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative, built using Evidation Health’s research platform, aims to triple enrollment and recruit online participants.
The artificial intelligence-driven drug discovery company has dosed its first healthy volunteer in a trial for a candidate to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
The US agency continues to work with industry professionals on vaccines and treatments for the virus, and to wrestle with current and emerging variants.
According to the company, the latest Phase II/III study results show its novel oral treatment candidate is effective in reducing hospitalizations and deaths.
Novartis has introduced its T-Charge platform at ASH 2021, which it says will serve as the foundation for various new investigational CAR-T cell therapies in its pipeline.