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    3 up-and-coming US biotech hotspots

    These three U.S. cities are putting themselves on the biotech map as unsung hubs of the industry.

    By Alexandra Pecci • May 21, 2024
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    After Vyvanse patent loss, Takeda’s neuroscience division looks to enter a new era

    Heather Dean discusses the company’s neuroscience pipeline in epilepsy and narcolepsy and moving from a mass market to a rare disease mentality.

    By Alexandra Pecci • May 21, 2024
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    Artificial intelligence & machine learning

    After years of excited buzz around the potential of artificial intelligence and machine learning, pharma has begun to realize the true implications and potential value of these technologies.

    By PharmaVoice staff
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    Why AlphaFold 3 is stirring up so much buzz in pharma

    The “Nobel Prize-worthy invention” could be worth hundreds of billions commercially — and have a deep impact on drug R&D.

    By Kelly Bilodeau • May 20, 2024
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    Why H5N1 has scientists and regulators on edge

    While the H5N1 threat to humans is still low, the recent influenza outbreak in cattle is presenting strange and challenging hurdles for containment.

    By May 17, 2024
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    Big Pharma leaders juggle pricing and access as IRA and supply constraints loom large

    Execs from J&J, Novartis, Novo Nordisk and AbbVie sound off on the Inflation Reduction Act, supply issues and launch preparations in a tricky environment.

    By Michael Gibney • May 16, 2024
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    As Lilly surges, headwinds against its weight loss drugs are growing

    After missing analysts’ earnings expectations for Mounjaro sales in the first quarter due to overwhelming demand, Lilly is also dealing with a legal loss and incoming pricing questions from lawmakers.

    By Amy Baxter • May 15, 2024
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    Big Pharma’s most improved drugs: a new generation of blockbusters

    The old guard of pharma bestsellers is seeing more competition, but newer drugs demonstrating sales and revenue growth can build up the coffers in years to come.

    By Michael Gibney • May 14, 2024
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    5 trends impacting drug spend in the U.S.

    Key factors changing how much Americans spend on prescriptions.

    By Kelly Bilodeau • May 13, 2024
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    Biosimilars are gaining ground. The IRA could push them even further next year.

    As commercial momentum builds, coverage incentives for the Medicare market are expected to favor biosimilars in 2025.

    By Amy Baxter • May 13, 2024
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    The Enhertu effect: Daiichi’s plan to build on the success of its crown jewel

    The CEO of Daiichi Sankyo’s American business explains why it could be poised to become a “top 10” cancer company.

    By May 10, 2024
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    Lilly’s donanemab will face an Alzheimer’s adcomm in June, setting the stage for a Leqembi showdown

    The FDA announced a June advisory committee date, potentially introducing a new Alzheimer’s treatment to compete with Eisai and Biogen’s Leqembi.

    By Michael Gibney • May 9, 2024
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    Opinion

    The judicial microscope on abortion meds puts FDA and industry in a precarious spot

    The recent SCOTUS case involving mifepristone exposes the risk of drug safety determinations by judicial fiat.

    By Meg Alexander • May 9, 2024
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    AZ oncology chief says AI can help solve cancer’s ‘ZIP code lottery’ as health disparities persist

    Partnerships have been key to building the company’s AI capabilities and patient-focused R&D, said AstraZeneca’s head of U.S. oncology.

    By Michael Gibney • May 8, 2024
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    As drug shortages reach record highs, regulators float next steps

    With many chemo and ADHD drugs stuck in stubborn shortages, several agencies are looking for new solutions to boost supplies.

    By Kelly Bilodeau • May 6, 2024
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    Takeover target? Activist investor believes Novavax tech would be in ‘better hands’ with Big Pharma

    With its next earnings report looming, pushback from an investor is adding pressure on Novavax to boost performance.

    By May 3, 2024
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    $4M+ gene therapies? How payers can adapt to a new reality of pricey ‘cures’

    Pricey gene therapies promise great benefit to patients but pose a threat to the payer landscape — ICER and a Tufts think tank are offering potential solutions.

    By Michael Gibney • May 2, 2024
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    As AI proliferates in pharma, regulators look to catch up in clinical trials

    The FDA’s newly launched Center for Clinical Trial Innovation potentially opens the door for more efficient and expanded AI use, but leaves pharmas wanting more guidance.

    By Amy Baxter • May 1, 2024
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    Profile

    Now a biopharma powerhouse, Vertex’s R&D bedrock could deliver tomorrow’s blockbusters

    From its landmark CRISPR approval to its potential breakthrough drug for pain, Vertex’s development approach, led by chief scientific officer Dr. David Altshuler, is paying off.

    By Michael Gibney • April 30, 2024
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    As BMS announces major cuts, its Karuna deal looks poised to drive growth

    The company's schizophrenia drug picked up in its $14 billion acquisition of Karuna Therapeutics recently generated positive long-term data from its phase 3 program.  

    By Kelly Bilodeau • April 29, 2024
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    How a biotech exec is leveraging Big Pharma lessons to advance tRNA

    Michelle Werner shares how the lessons from her resume — and personal experience — are driving her work with novel therapeutics.

    By Amy Baxter • April 29, 2024
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    As Lilly and BMS invest in manufacturing, demand for drugs still outweighs supply

    From popular weight loss drugs to lifesaving cancer therapies, recent pharma deals show the industry is doubling down on manufacturing capacity to meet demand.

    By Michael Gibney • April 25, 2024
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    Biogen: Don’t expect any big acquisitions this year

    While the company is eager to diversify, CEO Chris Viehbacher said that in the near-term any dealmaking would likely focus on collaborations and early-stage assets.

    By Jacob Bell • April 24, 2024
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    AbbVie and Regenxbio’s ‘multibillion-dollar opportunity’ in vision loss gene therapy

    After a successful mid-stage study, the companies aim to upend traditional wet AMD treatments with a one-time gene therapy.

    By Amy Baxter • April 24, 2024
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    Inside J&J’s strategy to de-gender clinical trials

    Mark Wildgust, vice president of global medical affairs for J&J's oncology division, shares strategies for making clinical trials gender- and trans-inclusive.

    By Alexandra Pecci • April 23, 2024
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    Behind the ‘encouraging’ new results for Amylyx’s beleaguered drug

    Where Amylyx ultimately failed in ALS, it could prevail in a rare disease. The doctor leading this research explains why.

    By April 19, 2024