Woman of the Week: Exelixis’ Dr. Vicki Goodman

With several blockbuster products under her belt, veteran oncologist and drug developer Dr. Vicki Goodman is looking to further evolve Exelixis’ pipeline to address hard-to-treat cancers.

By Taren Grom • Dec. 14, 2022

Dr. Sy Pretorius, Eversana’s new COO, is flipping the script on his career

With a long history in the clinical space, Pretorius is now applying those deep insights to the commercial side of the business.

By Taren Grom • Dec. 9, 2022

An FDA proposal could make OTC switches easier. Here’s what the industry has to say

How the FDA’s proposal to create a new OTC approval pathway could impact the pharma industry.

By Karissa Waddick • Dec. 5, 2022

Executive changes at Teva, Eversana could spell commercial growth in the new year

With their latest personnel moves, these life sciences companies are preparing for major business shifts.

By Karissa Waddick • Nov. 23, 2022

4 pioneering social media campaigns in pharma this year

The key to a great social media campaign is often simplicity, and these pharma companies hit the nail on the head with unique strategies that aim to educate. 

By Karissa Waddick • Nov. 17, 2022

While DCTs get all the hype, some industry insiders say the future is a digital hybrid

Leaders at Veeva believe the wording around decentralized trials has been exaggerated, and that a bigger-picture outlook is important as the pandemic winds down.

By Michael Gibney • Nov. 1, 2022

Woman of the Week: Ironwood Pharmaceuticals’ Diane Stroehmann

The VP of regulatory affairs and global patient safety explains why her line of work lets her do “a little of everything,” and the company’s plans to score a new approval for its blockbuster drug.

By Taren Grom • Oct. 26, 2022

Backed by celebrity interest, Novo is finding new success in weight loss — while staying true to its roots

The company's head of U.S. and Canadian operations explains how it’s evolving its game plan after 100 years in the insulin space.

By Meagan Parrish • Oct. 25, 2022

Biosimilars will gain ground in 2023 with Humira launches — and that’s just the beginning

In Amgen's 2022 Biosimilars Trend Report, the company tracks the progress and potential of the copycat drugs as they reach a pivotal moment.

By Michael Gibney • Oct. 24, 2022

Think your company could be on HHS’ drug price negotiation list? Here’s how to navigate next steps

Know what to expect from the CMS over the next few months as it implements the drug reforms laid out in the Inflation Reduction Act.

By Karissa Waddick • Oct. 18, 2022

Citius Pharmaceuticals sees golden opportunities in late-stage specialty assets

CEO Leonard Mazur explains how the company’s hoping to unlock the potential of its varied pipeline.

By Karissa Waddick • Oct. 11, 2022

Her antibiotic company failed. Now she’s helping others avoid the same fate.

The chief of R&D at CARB-X explains why she believes small antibiotics companies can succeed despite market turmoil.

By Karissa Waddick • Oct. 6, 2022

C-suite shake-ups at 23andMe, Moderna signal new stages of growth

With their latest personnel moves, these life sciences companies are preparing for major business shifts.

By Karissa Waddick • Oct. 5, 2022

Compass has the most advanced psychedelic drug in trials — but it needs a new approach to rollout to make it a success

The company's CEO, Kabir Nath, discusses potential roadblocks to commecialization that await its psilocybin treatment for depression. 

By Meagan Parrish • Sept. 27, 2022

3 keys to value for unlocking the promise of cell therapies

There is no question about the incredible clinical impact cell therapies can have on the lives of patients. However, this impact is the result of innovation that does not equate to a simple, straightforward commercialization process.

Sept. 26, 2022

Woman of the Week: Foresite Capital’s Cindy Mesaros

The longtime marketing pro details her fascinating career journey and how she’s positioning early stage health companies to thrive. 

By Taren Grom • Sept. 7, 2022

Moderna’s lawsuit against Pfizer and BioNTech explained in 10 quotes

The biotech says that its competitors’ COVID-19 vaccine copied proprietary mRNA technology. Here’s a breakdown of the case.

By Karissa Waddick • Aug. 31, 2022

Hurdles remain in biosims market — but Alvotech is undeterred

The biosimilar developer is advancing a pipeline with high growth potential, including a copycat of Humira.

By Kelly Bilodeau • Aug. 29, 2022

First 90 Days: Agios Pharmaceuticals’ Brian Goff

The rare disease veteran and first-time CEO is bringing his expertise to the company as it launches the first FDA-approved treatment for pyruvate kinase (PK) deficiency.

By Alexandra Pecci • Aug. 22, 2022

3 ways pharma can prep for Biden’s sweeping drug pricing policies

Now that Medicare will be able to negotiate drug prices under the Inflation Reduction Act, the industry can expect to see some changes. Here are some tips on how to navigate the changing tide.

By Karissa Waddick • Aug. 18, 2022

Woman of the Week: Takeda Oncology’s Teresa Bitetti

Upon joining Takeda Pharmaceuticals as president of the global oncology unit, Teresa Bitetti had two important goals: to transform the business and create greater synergies between commercial and R&D operations.

By Taren Grom • Aug. 17, 2022

The FDA is mulling an OTC approval for a birth control. Will politics factor in?

Analysts are watching how cultural and political debates around reproductive rights may impact HRA Pharma's OTC birth control application.

By Karissa Waddick • Aug. 15, 2022

Despite AbbVie’s Botox prowess, underdog Galderma has leveraged soft skills to succeed in aesthetics

Galderma may not have the biggest name in aesthetics, but as the sector grows past pandemic lows, the company is relying on its people to build a loyal customer base.

By Michael Gibney • Aug. 11, 2022

4 ways to nail the launch of your cell therapy

A consultant’s view on how pharma companies should approach patient experience challenges when rolling out an autologous cell therapy.

By Meagan Parrish • Aug. 10, 2022

Editas, Real Chemistry and Compass blaze new trails with pivotal C-suite hires

How these latest executive personnel changes are impacting the industry. 

By Karissa Waddick • Aug. 3, 2022