Tue.Mar 19, 2024

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Riding GLP-1 wave, Novo Nordisk lays out $560M to boost drug production in China

Fierce Pharma

This year marks Novo Nordisk’s 30th anniversary in China, and it could also be the year the company's red-hot weight loss injection Wegovy (semaglutide) wins approval in the populous East Asian nat | 2024 marks Novo Nordisk’s 30th anniversary in China, and it could also be the year the Danish drugmaker’s red-hot weight loss injection Wegovy (semaglutide) wins approval in the populous East Asian nation.

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AstraZeneca Joins Radiopharma Deals Spree With $2B Fusion Acquisition

MedCity News

AstraZeneca’s Fusion Pharmaceuticals acquisition is the latest in a wave of M&A activity that includes recent deals by Eli Lilly and Bristol Myers Squibb. The lead Fusion program is in mid-stage clinical development for treating advanced prostate cancer.

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How Important Is Sales Forecasting Accuracy On Your Sales Team?

Integrity Solutions

As a sales leader have you looked at your forecast and asked questions like these: “Do we have enough opportunities in our forecast to confidently make our goal this quarter/year?” “We may have enough opportunities, but are they large enough in terms of projected revenue? What is our go-get?” “Are we progressing these opportunities through our pipeline process towards close?

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Providence Chief Nursing Officer: All Hospitals Should Be Using These 3 Tools

MedCity News

In order to effectively address the nursing shortage, hospitals must embrace three key products on the market that has been proven to alleviate nurse burnout, according to Syl Trepanier, chief nursing officer at Providence.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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GSK has the U.S. shingles vaccine market cornered. A jab with fewer side effects could change that.

PharmaVoice

Curevo Vaccine is readying a phase 3 trial for a candidate it believes could have an edge over GSK’s blockbuster Shingrix.

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Gilead CEO Daniel O'Day collects 5% pay raise to $22.6M, his largest compensation package in years

Fierce Pharma

After a year marked by Gilead's oncology push and an ongoing focus on CAR-T therapies, CEO Daniel O’Day collected his largest total compensation package since the year he arrived at the Califo | The CEO collected his highest total compensation package since his first year in the role in 2019.

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We Need Your Self-Insured Employer Health Benefits Insights for Our Annual Survey [Sponsored]

MedCity News

Do you advise self-insured employers? The 2023 Benefit Consultant Sentiment INDEX offered robust insights and cast a spotlight on the evolving roles of employers as they navigate the changing healthcare landscape. Your insights offer leading, innovative points of view that can guide employers and peers. Join us for this year’s survey!

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In his final full year as AbbVie's CEO, Richard Gonzalez collects $25.7M in total pay

Fierce Pharma

Guiding AbbVie through an extraordinary decade-plus, riding the success of juggernaut inflammatory disease drug Humira and softening the landing upon its decline, Richard Gonzalez continues to reap | In his final full year as AbbVie’s CEO, Richard Gonzalez pulled down a compensation package worth $25.7 million, according to the company’s proxy filing.

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How the Analytics of Care Can Balance Workforce Capacity

MedCity News

The always-on, connected health system is not a distant moonshot, but today’s reality.

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The Intersection of AI and Sales: Personalization Without Compromise

Speaker: Jesse Hunter and Brynn Chadwick

Today’s buyers expect more than generic outreach–they want relevant, personalized interactions that address their specific needs. For sales teams managing hundreds or thousands of prospects, however, delivering this level of personalization without automation is nearly impossible. The key is integrating AI in a way that enhances customer engagement rather than making it feel robotic.

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WuXi AppTec still sees sales growing and expansions rolling in 2024 despite concerns over US biosecurity bill

Fierce Pharma

In moments of great uncertainty, sometimes the best approach is to just press on. | CDMO WuXi AppTec reported solid performance in 2023 and expects good things for the coming year, too. Still, the Chinese contract manufacturer finds itself embroiled in a national security crackdown in the U.S., where a proposed law threatens to upend WuXi's business.

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As investors ‘lose trust’ in pharma’s business model, focused M&A strategies can help

PharmaVoice

A rebound in M&A seems to be on the docket, but analysts are warning companies to be intentional about where they go with it.

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IFF, after brief leadership stint under Merck's Frank Clyburn, pawns off pharma solutions business for $2.85B

Fierce Pharma

After a two-year stint under Merck & Co. veteran Frank Clyburn, New York’s International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) is stripping away a major component of its healthcare persona. | New York's IFF—which dabbles in food, beverage, beauty and pharmaceutical supply chains, among others—has agreed to sell its pharma solutions business to French plant-based ingredient maker Roquette for up to $2.85 billion.

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AZ agrees $2bn deal to buy radiopharma firm Fusion

pharmaphorum

AstraZeneca upgrades its radiopharma alliance with Fusion Pharma, opting to buy the biotech outright in a deal worth around $2 billion

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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PTC, after multiple FDA rejections, will try again with Translarna

Fierce Pharma

Despite Translarna's troubled history at the FDA—and a recent regulatory stumble in Europe—PTC Therapeutics once again hopes to convince U.S. | Despite Translarna's troubled history at the FDA—and a recent regulatory stumble in Europe—PTC Therapeutics once again hopes to convince U.S. regulators of the value of its Duchenne muscular dystrophy therapy.

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NVIDIA doubles down on AI in healthcare with drug discovery deals

Pharmaceutical Technology

In addition to drug discovery deals, NVIDIA also announced partnerships with J&J MedTech and GE Healthcare for genAI in MedTech.

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Takeda's Iclusig wins first-line FDA nod to treat rare Philadelphia chromosome-positive ALL

Fierce Pharma

Twelve years after Takeda's Iclusig (ponatinib) earned a restricted FDA approval to treat certain patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ALL), the U.S. | Twelve years after Takeda's Iclusig earned a restricted FDA approval to treat certain patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia (Ph+ALL), the U.S. regulator has signed off on a wider use.

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Biden’s administration initiative aims to advance women’s health conditions

Pharmaceutical Technology

The new initiative aims to spur innovation and mobilisation of sectors to drive women’s health research.

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AI in Marketing & Sales: Today’s Tools, Tomorrow’s Potential

Speaker: Kevin Burke

AI is reshaping marketing and sales, empowering professionals to work smarter, faster, and more effectively. This webinar will provide a practical introduction to AI, focusing on its current applications, transformative potential, and strategies for successful implementation in your organization. Using real-world examples and actionable insights, we’ll examine how businesses are leveraging AI to increase efficiency, enhance personalization, and drive measurable results.

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Regeneron advances antitrust lawsuit against Novartis with appeals court's backing

Fierce Pharma

Did Novartis break U.S. antitrust laws in the storied Eylea-Lucentis rivalry? Thanks to an appeals court ruling, Regeneron has another chance to lay out its argument. | Did Novartis break U.S. antitrust laws in the storied Eylea-Lucentis rivalry? Thanks to an appeals court ruling, Regeneron has another chance to lay out its argument.

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Bayer cues up filings for rival to Astellas’ menopause drug

pharmaphorum

New phase 3 data sets up filings for Bayer's non-hormonal menopause symptom treatment elinzanetant and a challenge to Astellas’ first-to-market Veozah

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After monumental MASH nod, Madrigal plots $600M stock sale to support Rezdiffra launch

Fierce Pharma

Just a few days ago, Madrigal Pharmaceuticals made history by winning FDA approval for its metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) med Rezdiffra. | Madrigal's Rezdiffra became the first drug approved to treat metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) just a few days ago. Now, the company looks to support the upcoming launch by selling shares.

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Novartis acquisition to address inflammation-driven diseases

European Pharmaceutical Review

Under a new deal, Novartis has agreed to acquire US-based biopharma company IFM Therapeutics, for a total of up to $835 million. As part of this new agreement, Novartis has exercised its option to acquire all outstanding capital stock of IFM Due, a subsidiary company of IFM. Therefore, under the acquisition, Novartis has full rights to IFM Due’s portfolio of small molecule Stimulator of Interferon Genes (STING) antagonists, IFM confirmed.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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PAP 2024: John Hoffman Discusses the Health Equity Spotlight Panel

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In an interview with Pharma Commerce Associate Editor Don Tracy, John Hoffman, Principal, Advocate for Success, LLC talks about his 'Health Equity Spotlight' panel and advocacy accomplishments.

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NIVIDA and J&J partner on ‘cutting-edge’ AI for surgery

pharmaphorum

Johnson & Johnson has allied with NVIDIA to bring artificial intelligence into operating rooms and accelerate the adoption of digital tech in surgery

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FDA approves Orchard’s Lenmeldy gene therapy for MLD

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US FDA has granted approval to Orchard Therapeutics' Lenmeldy for specific forms of metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD).

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Biologics driving continuous bioprocessing market expansion

European Pharmaceutical Review

According to research by InsightAce Analytic Pvt. Ltd., the global continuous bioprocessing market is expected to value $1,067.8 million by 2031. While the market was valued at $255.9 million in 2023, the report predicted it will witness a CAGR of 19.72 percent between 2024-2031. The research explained that companies are looking to reduce manufacturing costs and increase productivity, which is driving implementation of this type of bioprocessing.

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AI Strategies for Sales Managers: How to Cut Down on Tedious Admin Work

What if you could help your sellers stop wasting 72% of their day on non-selling activities and focus on bringing in revenue? Incorporating AI in your enablement workflows can help you cut down on busy work, get projects done faster, and let your team (and you!) focus on making a bigger impact. We put together this guide to show you how to use AI to cut time and costs for projects, including collateral creation, development of training videos, and automating tedious processes.

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KCL researchers develop pipeline to create customisable cell culture device creations

PharmaTimes

The SOL3D pipeline addresses research challenges in relation to equipment, expertise and cost

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NVIDIA and J&J partner on ‘cutting-edge’ AI for surgery

pharmaphorum

Johnson & Johnson has allied with NVIDIA to bring artificial intelligence into operating rooms and accelerate the adoption of digital tech in surgery

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ALS Association partners with myTomorrows to improve clinical trial accessibility

PharmaTimes

The fatal motor neurone disease currently does not have a cure available to treat patients