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The Chinese NMPA has approved PanTRKare NTRK1/2/3 Gene Fusion Detection Kit as a companion diagnostic for Roche’s Rozlytrek (entrectinib)
The kit was validated through a large-scale study across 33 tumor types & 2,400+ clinical samples, where it demonstrated high accuracy, sensitivity, & reproducibility, with detection of 200+ unique NTRK fusion variants
Also, clinical bridging studies…
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Daiichi Sankyo has dosed the first patient with DS3610 in P-I trial for the treatment of advanced, metastatic or unresectable solid tumors
The P-I trial will evaluate DS-3610 in advanced or metastatic solid tumors to determine the recommended dose, assessing PK & immunogenicity endpoints plus safety endpoints incl. DLTs & AEs. Exploratory endpoints like…
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Samsara Biocapital is a California-based venture capital and registered investment adviser investing across early to post-IPO stages in healthcare, life sciences, oncology, and digital health, with a portfolio of 70+ companies including Scholar Rock and PepGen
The firm made 30 investments across PIPE (43%), Series B (23%), and other rounds, with notable deals such…
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HUTCHMED completed the pts enrollment in the global P-III (SAFFRON) study evaluating Orpathys (savolitinib) + Tagrisso (osimertinib) vs Pt. based doublet CT in pts with EGFR-mutated, MET-overexpressed, and/or amplified, LA/M NSCLC after progression on Tagrisso, with the last patient being randomized on 31 Oct’25
The Ongoing P-III (SAFFRON) study is evaluating the efficacy and…
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BI has entered into a global collaboration & licensing agreement with AimedBio to develop a novel ADC for a broad range of cancers, expanding NBE Therapeutics’ portfolio (BI subsidiary)
As per the deal, AimedBio will receive ~$991M, incl. an upfront, development & regulatory milestones, plus commercial milestones, as well as net sales-based royalties
AimedBio’s…
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Hikma Pharmaceuticals & Celltrion have entered into exclusive licensing agreements for various biosimilar candidates across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region, expanding their previous partnerships
The agreement will include the commercialization of 6 biosimilars to expand access across multiple therapeutic areas, incl. allergic diseases, ophthalmology, skeletal-related disorders, immune diseases & oncology
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Citius Pharmaceuticals celebrates its first-ever FDA approval with Lymphir, a novel therapy for relapsed or refractory cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
In an exclusive conversation, Leonard Mazur, Co-Founder and CEO at Citius Pharmaceuticals, shares insights on Lymphir’s launch strategy and its potential impact on the oncology landscape
Leonard also highlights Mino-Lok, Citius’ innovative…
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Starpharma has entered into a collaboration & license agreement with Genentech to develop dendrimer-drug conjugates incorporating Genentech’s drugs for oncology targets, leveraging Starpharma’s DEP drug delivery tech
As per the deal, Genentech will receive an exclusive global license under Starpharma’s IP to develop & commercialize collaboration-derived products, potentially multiple per target, in exchange for…
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Enable Injections recently shared survey findings indicating that many oncology assets with strong commercial potential are often prematurely abandoned or deprioritized due to challenges in formulating small volumes (<3 mL) for subcutaneous delivery.
To address this need, Enable Injections developed enFuse, an innovative, hands-free, wearable drug delivery platform with a discreet, hidden needle that…
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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…

