Shots: ADCs, cell therapies, and radioligand therapies are reshaping oncology, while biopharma companies focus on smarter trials, patient-first approaches, and faster access to bridge unmet needs in cancer care In 2024, the global oncology market was valued at $225.01B and is projected to reach $668.26B by 2034, reflecting a strong CAGR of 11.5% from 2025…
Shots:Arrowhead has granted Novartis exclusive global rights to develop, manufacture, & commercialize ARO-SNCA, which leverages the TRiM platform for SC dosing & targeted gene delivery to treat synucleinopathies, incl. Parkinson’s diseaseAs per the deal, Arrowhead will receive $200M upfront & ~$2B in development, regulatory, and sales milestones, with tiered royalties on sales up…
Shots:Novartis has reported P-IV (V-DIFFERENCE) trial results evaluating Leqvio (n=898) vs PBO (n=872), both added to personalized lipid-lowering therapy (LLT), in 1,770 hypercholesterolemia pts not at guideline-recommended LDL-C goalsTrial showed 85% vs 31% achieved their guideline-recommended LDL-C target after 90 days of treatment, with benefits seen as early as day 30 (81% on…
Shots:BioArctic has entered into an option, collaboration, and license agreement with Novartis to develop a neurodegeneration treatment using BrainTransporterAs per the deal, BioArctic receives $30M upfront and could earn up to $772M in milestones plus tiered mid-single-digit royalties if Novartis licenses and commercializes the drugBioArctic will develop a drug candidate using BrainTransporter and a Novartis…
Shots: Research and Development (R&D) serves as the driving force behind groundbreaking therapeutic innovations, laying the foundation for advancements that transform patient health and overall well-being The global Top 20 pharmaceutical leaders spent ~$180B in 2024, with Merck & Co. contributing the most with a whopping $17.93B, followed by Johnson & Johnson ($17.23B) and Roche…
Shots:Novartis has reported topline P-III (VAYHIT2) trial data assessing ianalumab (3 or 9mg/kg, QM, IV) + eltrombopag vs PBO + eltrombopag in pts with primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) who failed 1L corticosteroid treatmentTrial met its 1EP with prolonged time to treatment failure & showed increased sustained platelet count improvement at 6mos. (2EP); data…
Shots:Novartis has reported topline P-III (NEPTUNUS-1 & 2) trial data assessing ianalumab (VAY736) in adults with active Sjögren's diseaseNEPTUNUS-1 assessed ianalumab (300mg, QM) vs PBO in 275 Sjögren's disease pts for 52wks. while NEPTUNUS-2 evaluated ianalumab (300mg; QM or Q3M) vs PBO for up to 52wks. in 504 pts; pts could then either…
Shots:Matchpoint & Novartis have entered into an exclusive option & license agreement to develop & commercialize oral covalent inhibitors targeting a transcription factor in inflammatory diseases using Matchpoint’s ACE platformAs per the deal, Matchpoint will lead all research activities through development candidate selection with funding from Novartis. Matchpoint will receive $60M in upfront & funding…
Shots: Immunology continues to be a key focus area, with biopharmaceutical companies rigorously advancing innovative therapies including drugs, vaccines, and antibodies to address evolving patient needs and improve disease outcomes In 2024, the global immunology market size was valued at $109.4B and expected to reach $254.23B by 2032, with a CAGR of 11.8% from 2024…
Shots:Novartis has reported topline P-III (GCAptAIN) trial results on Cosentyx to treat adults with newly diagnosed or relapsing giant cell arteritis (GCA)The P-III (GCAptAIN) trial assessed efficacy & safety of Cosentyx (300 or 150mg) vs PBO, both in combination with a glucocorticoid taper regimen, in GCA pts across 27 countriesIn the trial,…

