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Atavistik Bio has signed a research collaboration with Pfizer to discover novel precision allosteric therapies for significant unmet medical needs
As per the terms, Atavistik Bio will identify allosteric binders for Pfizer’s 2 undisclosed targets, with Pfizer having the option to license the programs post research. Financial terms are undisclosed
The alliance…
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Pharmanovia has signed an exclusive in-licensing agreement with Radius Health for abaloparatide (US brand name: Tymlos) to treat osteoporosis, expanding its osteoporosis franchise
Pharmanovia will handle clinical, regulatory & commercial responsibilities across APAC region (China, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Macau & Philippines), while Radius will get an upfront, regulatory…
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The NMPA has approved iReach Omnia for market release, enhancing precision and access in complex laparoscopic surgeries
The iReach Omnia transforms surgical stapling with 90° articulation, offering precision and maneuverability in confined spaces. It minimizes staple line weak points, reduces anastomotic leakage risks & enhances outcomes in complex procedures like colorectal and thoracic…
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Hanx Biopharmaceuticals has dosed the first patient with HX044 under its P-I clinical evaluation for treating solid tumors
The dose escalation & expansion P-I/IIa (HX044-I-01) trial will assess safety, tolerability, PK profile & initial efficacy of HX044 for the treatment of advanced solid tumor malignancies
HX044 is a first-in-class bispecific antibody and…
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PettureX has reported the launch of its AI-based health scanning app, PettureX App, available through app stores in Jan 20, 2025, to enhance pet health monitoring
The app enables pet owners detect health issues early through guided smartphone image scans of eyes, skin, or teeth. The AI provides real-time assessments and care recommendations,…
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Chimerix has submitted the NDA of dordaviprone (small molecule imipridone targeting the mitochondrial protease ClpP & dopamine receptor D2) to the US FDA, seeking accelerated approval for treating recurrent H3 K27M-mutant diffuse glioma
Chimerix has also requested priority review along with a Rare Paediatric Disease PRV as a part of submission, as the…
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The P-IIb trial is evaluating XG005 (1250mg or 750mg, BID, oral) vs PBO in patients (n=450) for managing acute pain after bunionectomy
Results showed reduced pain intensity over 72hrs. post-surgery, with mild pain (<4 NRS) in high dose group vs severe pain (>7 NRS) in PBO; delayed rescue medication use of up to…
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The US FDA has granted orphan drug designation (ODD) to MRX-5 for treating non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections
MRX-5 is a new drug for drug-resistant NTM infections, showing strong antibacterial activity, favorable safety & PK profile in both animal studies & human trial. With minimal interactions, low resistance potential & high oral bioavailability, it…
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Sangamo regains rights to giroctocogene fitelparvovec (gene therapy for hemophilia A) as Pfizer ends their collaboration (effective Apr 21, 2025) & decids not to file BLA or MAA to pursue commercialization. Sangamo plans to seek a new partner
The drug is in P-III (AFFINE) trial involving 75 adult males with severe hemophilia A…
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Galera has completed Nova’s acquisition to form Galera Therapeutics, trading on OTC under GRTX ticker. Acquisition was backed by a $3M investment from a group of investors led by Ikarian Capital
Galera issued 21.1M common shares, pre-funded warrants for 23M shares & 119,318 Series B convertible preferred shares. At closing, Galera stockholders will…