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HuidaGene Therapeutics Launches MUSCLE Study for CRISPR Therapy in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
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Shanghai-based genome medicines specialist HuidaGene Therapeutics has announced the initiation of the MUSCLE study for its CRISPR-based DNA-editing therapy, HG302, which targets Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), with the first subject now dosed. Understanding Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and HG302Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a severe X-linked recessive disorder and a prevalent form…
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Sunshine Lake Pharma Files for HKEX IPO, Expanding Global Pharmaceutical Reach
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China-based Sunshine Lake Pharma Co., Ltd has submitted an initial public offering (IPO) filing to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX), with the unit price and other key details yet to be announced. The exclusive sponsor for this IPO is CICC, a leading financial institution. Established Pharmaceutical Company with a…
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Transcenta’s LIV-1 ADCs Show Promising Results in Pre-Clinical Breast Cancer Study
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China-based biotech company Transcenta Holdings Ltd (HKG: 6628) announced updated results from a pre-clinical study for its LIV-1 antibody-based antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) at the 2024 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS). The study focuses on the potential of LIV-1 as a therapeutic target in metastatic breast cancer. LIV-1 as…
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Mabwell Bioscience Secures Licensing Deal with TABUK Pharmaceutical for MENA Region
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China-based Mabwell (Shanghai) Bioscience Co., Ltd. (SHA: 688062) has inked a licensing deal with TABUK Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Company, granting the Saudi Arabian company the regulatory filing and commercialization rights to two of Mabwell’s biosimilars in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The financial details of the agreement were…
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ImmunoTech Biopharm’s CAR-T-19 Earns Breakthrough Therapy Designation for B-ALL Treatment
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China-based chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T) specialist Immunotech Biopharm Ltd (HKG: 6978) has announced receiving Breakthrough Therapy Designation (BTD) from China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for its CAR-T-19 injection. This designation is awarded for the treatment of relapsed/refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) patients aged 25 and under, marking…
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Grand Pharmaceutical Group Secures Licensing Agreement for CORXEL’s Nasal Sprays in Greater China
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China-based Grand Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. (HKG: 0512) has announced a significant licensing agreement with compatriot firm Corxel Pharmaceuticals (CORXEL), formerly known as Ji Xing Pharmaceuticals. The agreement grants Grand Pharma exclusive development and commercialization rights to CORXEL’s OC-01 (varenicline) nasal spray and OC-02 (simpinicline) nasal spray in Greater China,…
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EOSVISION Ltd Secures Series A Funding to Advance Ophthalmic Implant Development
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Suzhou-based EOSVISION Ltd has reportedly raised close to RMB 100 million (USD 13.78 million) in a Series A financing round, led by Dalton Venture. The proceeds from this investment will be allocated to bolster the company’s research and development (R&D), clinical studies, global development, regulatory filing, and marketing efforts for…
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Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Receives NMPA Clearance for HRS-4729 Peptide Drug
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Jiangsu Hengrui Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. (SHA: 600276) has announced the receipt of clinical clearance from China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for its peptide drug HRS-4729. This development marks a significant step forward in the company’s pipeline of innovative drugs. HRS-4729: A Triple Agonist for Diabetes TreatmentHRS-4729 is a triple…
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VIVA Biotech Expands Global Footprint with New Boston Branch
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China-based Contract Research Organization (CRO) VIVA Biotech (HKG: 1873) has announced the inauguration of its branch in Boston, USA, marking a significant step in the company’s global expansion strategy. Enhancing International Collaboration NetworksThe establishment of the Boston branch is expected to significantly enhance VIVA Bio’s international collaboration networks. This move…
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Siemens Healthineers AG Acquires Advanced Accelerator Applications to Boost PETNET Solutions
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Germany-based Siemens Healthineers AG (ETR: SHL) has announced the completion of its acquisition of Advanced Accelerator Applications (AAA) Molecular Imaging from Novartis (NYSE: NVS). This strategic move is anticipated to significantly enhance Siemens’ PETNET Solutions sector, strengthening its position in the field of positron emission tomography (PET) and radiopharmaceuticals. Enhancing…
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Angitia Biopharmaceuticals Secures USD 120 Million in Series C Financing for Musculoskeletal Treatments
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Angitia Biopharmaceuticals, a provider of solutions for musculoskeletal diseases operating out of Guangzhou, China, and California, the US, has announced the successful closing of a USD 120 million Series C financing round. The funding was led by Bain Capital Life Sciences and included contributions from Janus Henderson and existing investors…
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MDHC Life Technologies Secures Series C++ Funding to Boost Consumer Healthcare and Life Sciences
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China-based Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) MDHC Life Technologies (Kunshan) Co.,Ltd has reportedly raised hundreds of millions of renminbi in a Series C++ financing round, led by FUN WAY AMC. The proceeds from this funding will be directed towards the development and operation of the company’s consumer healthcare and life…
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Bayer AG’s Shanghai Co.Lab to Host Epigenic Therapeutics and Peers for CGT Innovation
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Germany-based Bayer AG (ETR: BAYN) has announced that Chinese companies Epigenic Therapeutics, Shanghai Immunocan Biotech Co., Ltd., and AccurEdit Therapeutics will be housed at its Bayer Co.Lab Shanghai. This move aims to leverage Bayer’s global innovation and cooperation network, connecting global pharmaceutical industry resources to boost cell and gene therapy…
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AstraZeneca’s Lynparza Shows Sustained Improvements in OlympiA Phase III Study
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UK pharmaceutical major AstraZeneca (AZ; NASDAQ: AZN) has updated data from the Phase III OlympiA study for its PARP inhibitor Lynparza (olaparib) at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium 2024 (SABCS). The study provides significant insights into the efficacy and safety of Lynparza in patients with germline BRCA-mutated (gBRCAm) HER2-negative…
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Sanofi Receives FDA Fast-Track Designation for Influenza and COVID-19 Combo Vaccine Candidates
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Sanofi (NASDAQ: SNY) has announced that it has received Fast-Track Designations from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its combination vaccine candidates aimed at preventing influenza and COVID-19 infections in individuals aged 50 and older. Details of the Combination Vaccine CandidatesOne of the combination vaccine candidates (NCT06695117) pairs…
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Youjia Biomedical and Livzon Pharmaceutical Group Ink Licensing Deal for siRNA Drug
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China-based Youjia (Hangzhou) Biomedical Technology Co., Ltd. has signed a licensing agreement with compatriot firm Livzon Pharmaceutical Group Inc. (HKG: 1513), marking a significant step in the global development of a novel small interfering RNA (siRNA) product for the treatment of metabolic diseases. Terms of the Licensing AgreementUnder the agreement,…
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Bayer AG to Acquire HiDoc Technologies and Launch Digital Health App Cara Care
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Germany-based Bayer AG (ETR: BAYN) has announced plans to acquire HiDoc Technologies GmbH in the first quarter of 2025, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion into digital health solutions. Alongside this acquisition, Bayer is initiating the commercialization of its digital health application, Cara Care, which is designed to…
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Eli Lilly’s Imlunestrant Reduces Disease Progression in ER+/HER2- Advanced Breast Cancer: EMBER-3 Study
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US pharmaceutical major Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) has published results from the Phase III EMBER-3 study for its drug imlunestrant in patients with estrogen receptor positive (ER+), human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 negative (HER2-) advanced breast cancer (ABC). The study focused on patients whose disease progressed on…
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Fresenius Kabi Partners with Ori Biotech to Integrate IRO Platform with Cell Processing Systems
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Germany-based Fresenius Kabi, a leading name in healthcare, has struck an accord with Ori Biotech Ltd, a London-headquartered cell and gene therapy (CGT) manufacturing technology leader. The partnership aims to integrate the IRO platform with Fresenius Kabi’s Cue and Lovo Cell Processing Systems, marking a significant step in the advancement…
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Arvinas and Pfizer Present Positive TACTIVE-U Sub-Study Data at SABCS 2024
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Partners Arvinas, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARVN) and Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) have jointly presented preliminary data from the ongoing Phase Ib portion of the TACTIVE-U sub-study at the 2024 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) in San Antonio, Texas. The study assesses vepdegestrant in combination with Verzenios (abemaciclib) in patients with…
