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Pfizer receives EU haemophilia B gene therapy approval
The single-dose gene therapy was approved for certain patients with haemophilia B in the US and Canada earlier this year, marketed as BEQVEZ.
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The route to enhanced gene therapies
In this article, Roger Palframan, Head of US Research at UCB, delves into the potential of gene therapy and which modalities have the most promise, what the industry should prioritise to advance the field, as well as what is needed to develop the workforce.
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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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Securing Europe’s competitiveness in life sciences
Digitalisation, R&D and AMR were highlighted as key areas of focus to support European competitiveness up to the end of the decade, as set out in new Political Guidelines for Europe.
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UK needs RNA workforce “fit for the future”
The report insists that to take advantage of the expected surge in RNA-based therapeutics, it is imperative to secure a sufficiently trained workforce in the UK.
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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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European Pharmacopoeia makes milestone pyrogen testing commitment
The "historic" decision from the Ph. Eur. follows publication of its texts relating to the rabbit pyrogen test (RPT) replacement strategy.
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Innovative chromatography method shows sustainability potential
The twin-column recycling approach helps to minimise the environmental impact of traditional purification methods for high-value molecules, research suggests.
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Pharma’s attitudes on AI revealed
Artificial intelligence (AI) is generally being embraced in the pharma and life science sectors, but concerns around data accuracy and transparency remain, a new survey reveals.
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Advanced techniques fuelling demand for liquid chromatography reagents
The versatility of liquid chromatography is propelling demand for high-quality chromatography reagents, the report stated.
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Boehringer establishes new biomass production in Germany
CO2 emissions produced by the energy generated at Boehringer Ingelheim's site are reduced by over half with the new biomass power plant.
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Lilly agrees $3.2b IBD acquisition
The acquisition, which has a value of approximately $3.2 billion, is set to support development of small molecule oral integrin therapies for conditions such as ulcerative colitis.
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‘Accidental’ media switch leads to CAR T therapy discovery
The investigators hope that their new approach could lead to large-scale manufacturing of the CAR T cells for blood cancer patients.
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Optimising reverse-phase chromatography for molnupiravir production
The research offers insight into optimising chromatographic separation outcomes through precise control of measures such as flowrate and column length, supporting potential for drug development.
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Digital simulations could advance nanoparticle drug delivery
Findings from the mathematical model could support development of personalised treatments, the research suggests.
