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Economist Impact: World Cancer Series – pharmaphorum in attendance, day one (part i)

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The keynote address of the event entire came from Stella Kyriakides, commissioner for health and food safety at the European Commission. In September, the EU launched its recommendations on cancer screening, updated for the first time since 2003. Collaborating and committing to innovation, equity, and cancer care across Europe.

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Preparing for stricter standards on substances of human origin

European Pharmaceutical Review

Covered SoHO activities are “action[s], or series of actions, that [have] a direct impact on safety, quality or efficacy of SoHOs.” This will enable better monitoring of the safety and quality of these products, but it may also require additional investments in IT infrastructure.

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HIV vaccines suffer setbacks but new approaches could turn the tide

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A partial change in perspectives The RV144 trial that took place between 2003 and 2006 in Thailand r eported modest efficacy results , which generated enthusiasm for vaccines that induce responses from non-neutralising antibodies, says Montefiori. The third cohort features the highest studied dose.

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Paving the way for anti-Abeta active immunotherapy

European Pharmaceutical Review

7 It is currently being evaluated in a Phase Ib/IIa clinical study, demonstrating to date a good safety profile. While favourable safety has been reported up to the Phase II, the relevance of targeting the C-terminal portion of Abeta still needs to be confirmed. Andrea Pfeifer, PhD In 2003, Andrea Pfeifer co-founded AC Immune SA.

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Developing new treatment regimens for HIV

European Pharmaceutical Review

With therapeutic expertise in HIV, hepatology and rare diseases, Sherene has additional expertise in clinical pharmacology and drug safety. Sherene has worked in the healthcare sector for more than 20 years, including in several leadership roles at GSK. References 1. World Health Organization. The Global Health Observatory. Internet] 2023.

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Top 10 Cosmetic Surgery Companies in US

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Cutera has evolved into a global leader in dermatology and aesthetics devices that fascinate forward-thinkers pursuing the next generation of performance, safety and effectiveness. Location: California Website: sientra.com Established year: 2003 Revenue: $90.3

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The Biotech Effect

Pharmaceutical Technology

.” By the early 2000s AstraZeneca had already realised the critical importance of biotechnology, making a number of strategic investments in biotech companies, Abgenix in 2003, Cambridge Antibody Technology in 2006 and culminating in its acquisition of US biotech firm, Medimmune in April 2007 for £15bn.