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Blood Centers Complement Hospitals to Drive Cell and Gene Therapy Access

MedCity News

Blood centers are neutral partners, as they do not compete with hospitals for patients. Instead, they complement hospitals by providing a focused array of high-quality, specialized, patient-centric services, allowing hospitals to maintain primary relationships with patients and their families. The post Blood Centers Complement Hospitals to Drive Cell and Gene Therapy Access appeared first on MedCity News.

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In FDA job cuts, experts see threat of far-reaching impact

PharmaVoice

"Any place that gets cut, it's going to have an impact, because there's not any spare personnel at FDA,” said former agency commissioner Robert Califf, of the layoffs.

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Cash-Strapped Gene Therapy Firm Bluebird Bio Agrees to Acquisition by Private Equity

MedCity News

Carlyle and SK Capital Partners are buying beleaguered gene therapy biotech Bluebird Bio for about $29 million. Meanwhile, Pfizer continued the culling of its gene therapies with the discontinuation of Beqvez for hemophilia B. The post Cash-Strapped Gene Therapy Firm Bluebird Bio Agrees to Acquisition by Private Equity appeared first on MedCity News.

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First-in-human data for gene therapy signals potential in childhood blindness

European Pharmaceutical Review

New clinical research from the UK has revealed the significant potential of a gene therapy to treat young children with AIPL1-related retinal dystrophy. Findings of the first-in-human study, published in The Lancet , reported that the four children with the rare genetic deficiency benefited substantially, as they gained strong improvements in their eyesight.

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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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ViVE 2025: The Crossroads of Digital Health Innovation and Realities

MedCity News

The conversations in Nashville reinforced the idea that while innovation remains essential, vendors must navigate the fine balance between bold ideas and real-world implementation, demonstrating not just promise but tangible outcomes. The post ViVE 2025: The Crossroads of Digital Health Innovation and Realities appeared first on MedCity News.

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Future Family Guarantees ‘Baby or Your Money Back’ with New Nationwide IVF Insurance

MedCity News

Future Family launched a nationwide IVF insurance product on Wednesday. If families don’t achieve a live birth after two cycles of IVF, they can get their money back. The post Future Family Guarantees ‘Baby or Your Money Back’ with New Nationwide IVF Insurance appeared first on MedCity News.

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Pfizer shelves haemophilia gene therapy Beqvez amid low demand

Pharmaceutical Technology

Pfizer said resources will be directed to its other haemophilia gene therapy Hympavzi.

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DistillerSR Integrates with RightFind Enterprise to Enable the Purchase of Scientific References Through its Evidence Management Platform

Copyright Clearance Center

San Diego, California, February 20 2025 DistillerSR Inc., the market leader in literature review automation software and creator of DistillerSR , today announced an agreement to expand its collaboration with CCC so that DistillerSR users can submit orders for scholarly journal articles directly from CCCs RightFind Enterprise software solution. Available today, this integration saves time for users by eliminating the need for systematic review teams to log into multiple systems and websites to o

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Poolbeg slumps as Hookipa merger is called off

pharmaphorum

A proposed merger of the UK's Poolbeg with Austrian biotech Hookipa has been called off after the latter abruptly withdrew from negotiations.

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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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The Biosimilars Landscape Through the Eyes of an Economist

Pharmaceutical Commerce

James D. Chambers, PhD, MPharm, MSc, professor of medicine at the Tufts Medical Center Institute for Clinical Research and Health Policy Studies, dives into why biosimilars contribute to a reduction in cost and increase in patient access, while highlighting challenges to adoption.

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AstraZeneca builds in China as Cosette buys Mayne

pharmaphorum

The reporting week has ended with a flurry of M&A as Cosette Pharma and AstraZeneca agree takeover deals

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GLP-1 receptor agonists could hold promise for opioid use disorder treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs), originally developed for treating diabetes, work by stimulating insulin secretion and suppressing glucagon release, thereby helping regulate blood sugar.

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Trial of Boehringer's cystic fibrosis gene therapy imminent

pharmaphorum

Boehringer's cystic fibrosis gene therapy is poised to start clinical testing, hoping to offer a one-shot alternative to costly CFTR modulator drugs.

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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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Gilead Treatment for PBC Granted EC Conditional Marketing Authorization

PharmaTech

Seladelpar, which is marketed in the US as Livdelzi, was recommended for an orphan drug designation by CHMP in December 2024.

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Kennedy delays first vaccine expert meeting under his watch

pharmaphorum

Less than a week into the tenure of Robert F Kennedy Jr as HHS Secretary, there are more signals that US immunisation is going to be shaken up.

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Incyte, Genesis Therapeutics to Use AI Platform to Discover Small Molecule Compounds

PharmaTech

The collaboration will utilize Genesis proprietary AI platform, initially focusing on targets selected by Incyte.

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Struggling bluebird bio to go private for less than $30m

Pharmaceutical Technology

Bluebird has faced financial pressures over the last few years, leading to several restructuring efforts.

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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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NICE backs consolidation use of Blincyto in leukaemia

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NICE backs NHS use of Amgen's Blincyto for the consolidation phase of treatment for some patients with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia

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UroGen acquires IconOVir’s oncolytic virus assets

Pharmaceutical Technology

UroGen Pharma has broadened its oncology pipeline by acquiring IconOVir Bios assets related to the oncolytic virus ICVB-1042.

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A Common Blood Pressure Medication May Help Treat Symptoms of ADHD

Pharmacy Times

In a study of 5 different drugs, amlodipine was the only one to reduce hyperactivity in patients with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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Incyte and Genesis collaborate on small-molecule medicines

Pharmaceutical Technology

Incyte and Genesis have entered a strategic partnership for the research, discovery and development of new small-molecule medicines.

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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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Tackling AI Copyright Challenges In Pharma And Clinical Research

Copyright Clearance Center

Pistoia Alliance President Becky Upton, Ph.D. explains pharma and clinical research organizations must collaborate to address copyright and data-sharing challenges with or AI — or risk stalling innovation.

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NICE green lights two blood cancer therapies for NHS use

Pharmaceutical Technology

BMS' Breyanzi and Amgens Blincyto will now be available to patients in England with certain types of blood cancer.

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The Role of Electronic Labeling in Sustainable Practices

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the final part of her video interview with Pharma Commerce Editor Nicholas Saraceno, Laura Johnson, senior director of sales, life sciences, Loftware, comments on other concepts that are powering the companys 2025 Supply Chain Trends Report, and how they could possibly change in 2026.

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Japan’s MHLW approves CSL Behring’s Andembry to stop HAE attacks

Pharmaceutical Technology

CSL Behring KK has gained approval from Japan's MHLW to manufacture and market subcutaneous injection 200mg Andembry pens.

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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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Pharma Pulse 2/21/25: RWE in Medical Research and Drug Development, Inhaled Antibody Therapy for RSV & more

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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Navigating the Complexities of Sustainable Specialty Pharma Supply Chains

Pharmaceutical Technology

How can pharmaceutical firms shore up their sustainability credentials at a time when the entire research landscape is turning on its head?

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Novartis Commits $75 Million to ZERO Prostate Cancer Initiative

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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