An Interview with Priyanka Joshi, Associate Scientist in Analytical Development
Introduction
Cancer remains one of the world's greatest healthcare challenges, driving scientists to develop more effective and precise treatment approaches. Among the most promising innovations are cell therapies, which harness the body's own immune system to fight cancer. Behind these advances are scientists working to…
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The US FDA has accepted sNDA & granted priority review to Talzenna (talazoparib) + Xtandi (enzalutamide) to treat men with HRR gene-altered mCSPC, with PDUFA action date in Q4’26. Regulatory review is ongoing in the EU
sNDA was supported by the P-III (TALAPRO-3) trial data assessing Talzenna (talazoparib; 0.5mg/day) + Xtandi (160mg/day) vs PBO + Xtandi…
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In an engaging conversation with PharmaShots CXO Talks, Jared Kelly, CEO & Director of Oncolytics Biotech, shared insights from his experience leading corporate strategy at Ambrx and contributing to its $2B acquisition by Johnson & Johnson, offering a practical perspective on what makes biotech companies attractive acquisition targets.
Kelly explained why successful biotech acquisitions…
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Pfizer has reported P-III (TALAPRO-3) trial data assessing Talzenna (talazoparib; 0.5mg/day) + Xtandi (160mg/day) vs PBO + Xtandi in 599 pts with HRR gene-mutated mHSPC
Trial met its 1EP, showing improved rPFS with a hazard ratio surpassing the pre-specified target of 0.63, as most pts remained progression-free; consistent benefit was observed across tumors with both…
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Delcath Systems has reported the publication of subgroup analyses from the Phase 3 (FOCUS) study in the Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology, evaluating the efficacy and safety of the HEPZATO KIT on melphalan/hepatic delivery in pts with unresectable metastatic uveal melanoma
In the subgroup analyses (n=91) of the P-III (FOCUS) Study pts,…
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The US FDA has accepted sBLA & granted priority review to BMS' Opdivo (nivolumab) + doxorubicin, vinblastine & dacarbazine (AVD) for the treatment of pts (≥12yrs.) with previously untreated Stage III or IV cHL (PDUFA: Apr 8, 2026)
sBLA was supported by the P-III (SWOG S1826/ CA2098UT) trial assessing Opdivo + AVD in above…
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Evorpacept emerges as the only CD47-blocking therapy with strong clinical activity and a highly manageable safety profile, thanks to its unique inactive Fc design that enables targeted tumor destruction while sparing healthy cells
Updated ASPEN-06 data highlights CD47 overexpression as a powerful predictive biomarker, showing dramatic improvements in ORR, DOR, PFS, and OS for patients with…
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Jazz Pharmaceuticals and partners presented seven abstracts from their oncology development program at ASCO 2025
Robert Iannone, EVP, Global Head of Research and Development, and Chief Medical Officer at Jazz Pharmaceuticals, in an engaging discussion with PharmaShots, shared insights from the P-III IMforte trial assessing Zepzelca plus atezolizumab in first-line maintenance treatment for Extensive…
Precision Medicine in Cancer Treatment: Revolutionizing Patient Care Through Personalized Approaches
Precision medicine has emerged as a transformative approach in cancer treatment, moving away from the traditional one-size-fits-all methodology toward highly individualized therapeutic strategies. This paradigm shift recognizes that each patient's cancer is unique, with distinct genetic profiles, molecular characteristics, and treatment responses that require tailored approaches. By leveraging advanced genomic technologies, biomarker identification, and sophisticated…
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PharmaShots has compiled a list of US FDA-approved drugs in the month of September 2024
The US FDA has approved a total of 7 new drugs including 4 new molecular entities and 3 biologics leading to the treatment of patients and advances in the healthcare industry
The major highlighted drugs were Roche’s Tecentriq Hybreza & Ocrevus Zunovo for…

