French Biotech set to make waves in cell therapy evolution
French biotech startup Core Biogenesis has raised $10.5 million in Series A funding to further its cell therapy ambitions.
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Shreeram Aradhye
to talk about Medical Affairs
and lorem ipsom et lorteum
- 5 days ago
- 1 min
Bayer in top spot for equality, diversity and inclusion
A new report on how pharmaceutical companies promote equality, diversity and inclusion in their organisations crowned Bayer as its winner.
- Jul 29
- 1 min
Access win for HIV patients in sub-Saharan Africa
The injectable HIV treatment cabotegravir is set to become more widely available in sub-Saharan Africa following a new licensing agreement.
- Jul 29
- 1 min
EC extends vaccine label to tackle monkeypox
An extension of the marketing authorisation for Bavarian Nordic’s smallpox vaccine, Imvanex has been granted by the European Commission.
- Jul 25
- 1 min
Sanofi lights ‘Beacon of Hope’ in race for greater diversity
Sanofi has joined the ‘Beacon of Hope’ programme, seeking to address racial inequality across the pharmaceutical industry.
- Jul 21
- 1 min
BMS launches clinical trial diversity initiative
A new initiative for effectively improving clinical trial experiences for people with disabilities has been launched by BMS.
- Jul 21
- 2 min
European Commission re-signs for remdesivir
A new joint procurement agreement for the COVID-19 antiviral treatment remdesivir has been signed by the European Commission and Gilead.
- Jul 18
- 1 min
Haleon demerger completed by GSK
The demerger of GSK's consumer healthcare business has been completed, with the new company Haleon now listed on the London Stock Exchange.
- Jul 15
- 1 min
ABPI wins prestigious PIF TICK status
The ABPI has been awarded PIF TICK trusted healthcare information creator status by the Patient Information Forum.
- Jul 15
- 1 min
FDA to consider application for pill Rx to OTC switch
HRA Pharma has requested that the FDA make its birth control pill available over the counter after the overturning of Roe vs Wade.
- Jul 14
- 1 min
New data usage regulations for transparency
ABPI member companies using NHS data to accelerate medical research have committed to following a new set of principles for its use.
- Jul 13
- 1 min
New database for developing cancer treatments
The world's largest database for predicting cancer treatment response is now available for use in drug development.
- Jul 12
- 1 min
Vaccines and sustainability focus for GSK
GSK has brought together experts for its annual Palio meeting aiming to address the growing threat to human health from infectious disease.
- Jul 7
- 1 min
New AZ study reveals extent of CKD worldwide
Chronic kidney disease is present in one in 10 adults, a recent study by AstraZeneca has found.
- Jul 6
- 1 min
Cardiovascular catalyst launched by Novartis
A new CVD initiative has been launched by Novartis UK to drive innovation and improve patient access to prevention solutions.
- Jul 5
- 1 min
Highest ever rate of HCPs make transfers of value public
The highest ever rate of HCPs have agreed to have transfers of value from pharma companies made public in data published by the ABPI.
- Jul 5
- 1 min
Sanofi set to slash insulin costs in US
Sanofi is set to cut the pricing of its insulin products in a massive step toward greater access to medicine in the US.
- Jul 4
- 1 min
EuropaBio launches 'Vision for Europe' campaign
EuropaBio has launched a campaign to further Europe's biotech innovation, investment and excellence, and revolutionise healthcare's future.
- Jun 29
- 2 min
“Moment of truth” for UK life sciences
The UK faces a “moment of truth” in its ambitions to be a world-leading life sciences hub, according to a new ABPI report.
- Jun 28
- 2 min
Spoonful of technology
What are some of the newest technologies to launch in the pharmaceutical market?
- Jun 24
- 1 min
Spotlight: Apr-Jun 2022
What are the standout news stories in pharma over the past few months?
- Jun 21
- 2 min
Moderna set to bring mRNA innovation to UK
Moderna is set to establish an mRNA Innovation and Technology Centre in the UK after an agreement in principle with the government.
- May 24
- 1 min
Janssen seeks to support LGBTQ+ community
A new campaign developed by and for the LGBTQ+ community has been launched by Janssen.
- May 11
- 1 min
EFPIA endorses European Health Data Space
EFPIA has announced its support for the European Health Data Space.
- May 10
- 1 min
Pressure on UK government over mental health
Mental Health Foundation flags prevalence of loneliness in the UK and mounts pressure on the government for mental health funding.
- May 10
- 1 min
Roche renews haemophilia pledge
Roche’s commitment to the World Federation of Hemophilia Humanitarian Aid Program has been extended until the end of 2028.
- May 6
- 2 min
Spoonful of technology
GOLD highlights four recently developed tech tools that are set to help pharma deliver value for patients and HCPs.
- May 4
- 2 min
Pharma's reputation improves again, says new survey
Pharma's reputation has increased once again, according to a new patient group survey, and ViiV Healthcare comes out on top.
- Apr 29
- 1 min
Sanofi to adopt “race-like mindset” with F1 collab
Sanofi and McLaren Racing join forces to improve drug manufacturing efficiency and R&D.
- Apr 29
- 2 min
Boehringer and Lilly target heart health equality
Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly launch health initiative supporting women with heart failure to drive equality.
- Apr 27
- 1 min
Novartis enhances social mobility commitments
Novartis UK announces a series of new charitable partnerships based on social mobility.
- Apr 27
- 1 min
BioMarin supports haemophilia documentary initiative
New filmmaking project sponsored by BioMarin Pharmaceutical to support people with haemophilia.
- Apr 27
- 1 min
Spotlight: Feb-Apr 22
What are the standout stories from the past few months in pharma?
- Apr 17
- 2 min
New TV show brings "voice to voiceless" in Africa
Merck Foundation launches TV programme seeking to raise awareness of critical and sensitive social and health issues in Africa.
- Apr 13
- 1 min
EFPIA members pledge to address EU access disparities
EFPIA members have pledged to take steps to reduce inequalities in patient access to medicines across Europe.
- Apr 13
- 2 min
Landmark moment for UK AMR efforts
A crucial milestone in the UK's efforts to tackle antimicrobial resistance.
- Apr 12
- 1 min
New CFOs for Pfizer and Moderna
Pfizer and Moderna have both recently announced the recruitment of new CFOs.
- Mar 28
- 2 min
R&D updates set out in Spring Statement
The UK's 2022 Spring Statement was largely welcome news for the pharmaceutical industry, particularly around R&D.
- Mar 22
- 2 min
FDA approves first-in-class cancer checkpoint inhibitor
A new type of checkpoint inhibitor to treat unresectable or metastatic melanoma has been approved by the FDA.
- Mar 22
- 1 min
Industry welcomes UK-wide commitment to genomic research
Priority actions for genomics initiatives across the UK have been agreed by the government and devolved nations.
- Mar 1
- 1 min
Researchers address aggressive cancer treatment gap
A novel approach for the treatment of aggressive cancer has been developed by researchers in the US.
- Mar 1
- 1 min
Treatment milestone for diabetes in pregnancy
Anti-diabetic medication from Merck has received a label extension for use throughout pregnancy after rigorous testing.
- Feb 28
- 2 min
Rare disease action plan published
A new action plan for rare diseases has been published by the Department of Health and Social Care to mark Rare Diseases Day.
- Feb 28
- 2 min
Spoonful of apps
GOLD showcases some standout apps created, or harnessed by, the pharma industry.
- Feb 24
- 1 min
Sanofi and GSK seek COVID-19 vaccine approval
Sanofi and GSK are seeking regulatory approval for their adjuvanted protein-based COVID-19 vaccine.
- Feb 21
- 1 min
AMR coalition highlights “hidden pandemic”
A new white paper calls for transformational change in the way infection is detected, monitored, prevented and managed.
- Feb 21
- 2 min
AI and Big Data at the forefront of pharma in 2022
AI and Big Data are projected to have the greatest impact on pharma in 2022.
- Feb 15
- 1 min
R&D progress on the rise
Pharma R&D saw sustained growth in 2021, according to a new report from IQVIA.
- Feb 10
- 1 min
Spotlight: Nov 21-Jan 22
GOLD takes a look back at some of the top news stories from the pharmaceutical industry over the last few months.
- Feb 1
- 1 min
HBA names 2022 Woman of the Year
The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association recognises Beth Seidenberg, Westlake Village Biopartners.