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Preclinical Study Finds Nanotrastuzumab to be Comparable with Herceptin HYLECTA
The nanoparticle suspension formulation was found to mirror the reference product closely in terms of AUC, Cmax, and Tmax across a 21-day Göttingen minipig study performed by Charles River Laboratories.
Rilzabrutinib Gains Regulatory Nods in the U.S. and Japan
The U.S. FDA has granted breakthrough therapy designation and Japan’s MHLW has designated orphan drug status to Sanofi’s BTK inhibitor, rilzabrutinib (Wayrilz), as a treatment for wAIHA.
Predicting Accurately to De-Risk Early Development
An exposure-driven, translational approach, linking early ADME with biomarker discovery, can help teams define the therapeutic window long before lead candidate nomination, according to Hong Wan from BioDuro.
CBER Issues RTF for Moderna’s Investigational Flu Shot
According to Moderna, the reasoning for the refusal to review the BLA by the regulatory authority is inconsistent with previous feedback, leading the company to request a Type A meeting.
Eli Lilly Expands U.S. Manufacturing with New Pennsylvania Facility
The USD 3.5 billion site reflects Lilly’s strategy to expand domestic capacity for glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP‑1) drugs amid soaring demand and supply‑chain scrutiny.
Vetter Commits to New Production Facility in Germany
The CDMO commits EUR 480 million to a new production facility on its Saarlouis site as it puts into action its long-term growth strategy to meet rising global biopharma demand.
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Antibody Drug Discovery
Traditional antibody discovery is notoriously slow and resource-intensive, but a new wave of AI tools is enabling optimization of candidates prior to them reaching the clinic, accelerating development timelines.
The Need for Collaboration to Ensure Excipient Availability and Innovation
In this deep-dive panel discussion moderated by The Pharma Navigator, several experts map out the future of excipients, addressing everything from climate-driven disruption to the need for greater industry collaboration.
FDA Grants Priority Review of sBLA for Datopotamab Deruxtecan
If the application is successful, the therapy will become the first-line treatment for patients with unresectable or metastatic TNBC who are not candidates for PD-1/PD-L1 inhibitor therapy.
Novo Nordisk Reveals Headline Phase III Trial Results Evaluating Combination Obesity Treatment
The company’s fixed-dose combination treatment demonstrated superior efficacy to its individual components and was shown to be safe and well-tolerated, consisted with other incretin and amylin-based therapies.
Bio/Pharma M&A in the Year of Execution Certainty
With a looming patent cliff, continuing geopolitical pressures, and regionalized supply chains, there is a need for new creative deal structures and alternative financing to ensure successful M&A momentum.
Partnership Set Up to Address Growing Demand for Self-Administered Therapies
A manufacturing collaboration between ten23 health and BD will support the commercialization of a wearable injector platform that offers a ready-to-use option for subcutaneous administration of high-dose biologics.
Systematic Review Shows No Evidence of Link Between Acetaminophen and Autism
Claims that the use of acetaminophen/paracetamol while pregnant is linked to autism have been effectively disproved through a rigorous review and meta-analysis of current evidence.
Vetter Advances Next-Generation Tamper-Evident Syringe Closure Towards Launch
The company has advanced its next‑generation tamper‑evident syringe closure from design finalization to industrialization ahead of a planned 2027 launch to strengthen its position in prefilled drug‑delivery solutions.
Weathering Headwinds: Bio/Pharma’s Roadmap for Success in 2026
Despite geopolitical uncertainties, regulatory reforms, and fluctuating capital expenditure, the bio/pharma industry is entering 2026 with renewed focus and confidence.
The Outsourcing Pivot for Bio/Pharma Innovation
Facing a world of political risk and scientific hurdles, pharma companies are downsizing internal footprints to focus on portfolio management while leaning on CDMOs for specialized execution, explains Owen Murray from Bend Bioscience.
Xenon Presents Clinical and Regulatory Milestones at J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
The company is advancing its lead KV7 potassium channel modulator azetukalner through multiple Phase III trials in epilepsy and mood disorders, and planning its transition to commercial-stage growth.
Pharmapack 2026: Moving Toward a Large-Volume Future
From managing high viscosity to preventing agglomeration, the industry is shifting toward larger-volume, device-compatible solutions that prioritize both drug stability and healthcare efficiency, points out Dr. Robert Lindner from SCHOTT Pharma.
Pharmapack 2026: A New Era of Accountable Pharma Packaging
Changes to sustainability reporting requirements are leading to renewed focus on supplier tools and packaging tenders, and driving a greater need for industry to adapt to ESG standards, reveals Morten Munk from FUJIFILM Biotechnologies.
AbbVie, RemeGen Sign Exclusive Licensing Agreement for Novel Bispecific Antibody
The agreement will allow AbbVie to develop, manufacture, and commercialize RemeGen’s novel PD-1/VEGF bispecific antibody in combination with its ADCs across multiple solid tumors.