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AstraZeneca investment to increase biologic capacity in Sweden
The planned expansion is set to strengthen AstraZeneca’s capability to manufacture biologic medicines for patients globally.
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Genmab appoints new EVP and Chief Technology Officer
The new member of Genmab’s Executive Committee brings over 30 years of international biopharmaceutical experience to the role.
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Targeted therapies for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia in an evolving treatment landscape
Dr Mehrdad Mobasher, Chief Medical Officer for Hematology, BeiGene, discusses the evolution of therapies for chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL), the promise of targeted treatments and what could be on the horizon of the therapeutic landscape for this disease.
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First-in-class therapy approved for chronic skin disease
The biologic treatment targets a key driver of prurigo nodularis, with trial data demonstrating improved itch as well as skin nodules for patients with the condition.
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MSD set to acquire novel antibody for B-cell malignancies
The next-generation B-cell depletion biologic therapy has demonstrated promise in B-cell malignancies and autoimmune diseases.
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Alzheimer’s drug development roundup – July 2024
From exciting data on cell therapy and monoclonal antibodies, through to new regulatory developments, this article summarises some of the key developments within the Alzheimer’s therapeutic landscape over July.
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BeiGene enhances biologic capability with new US facility
Inauguration of the new facility supports BeiGene’s goal to develop affordable and accessible cancer treatments for patients globally.
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Utilising naturally occurring endotoxins in recovery studies
The research aimed to address concerns from regulatory agencies about accepting low endotoxin recovery studies that use a naturally occurring endotoxin analyte.
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Uncovering the potential of ADCs to target tumours
Antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) are set to play a pivotal role in the future of oncology, thanks to their potential to offer targeted treatments with a lower risk of side effects. Here, Mary Jane Hinrichs, Senior Vice President of Early Development at Ipsen, examines how ADCs could transform treatment options…
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Drug approval roundup – May/June 2024
This article highlights some of the key regulatory approvals granted in May and June in the EU and US so far this year, including for oligonucleotide and biologic therapies.
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Advancing targeted treatments for multiple myeloma
Edmond Chan, Senior Director, EMEA Therapeutic Area Lead, Haemato-Oncology, Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines, offers insight into the promising evidence of cell therapies and biologic-based treatments for patients with multiple myeloma.
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WuXi facility boosts bioprocessing capacity with new bioreactors
The new installation increases capacity at WuXi Biologics’ Hangzhou manufacturing facility from 8,000L to 23,000L.
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LBP-immunotherapy could benefit oncology patients
New data for a microbiome-based therapeutic together with an immune checkpoint inhibitor has shown “encouraging clinical benefits” in advanced cancers.
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Two novel biosimilars approved in EU and US
The first omalizumab biosimilar in allergic diseases is approved by the European Commission and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorised the fifty third biosimilar in the US.
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New Phase III data for hidradenitis suppurativa biologic released
The IL-17A and IL–17F inhibitor demonstrated positive efficacy and safety in adults with moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa, new data shows.
