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Genentech (Roche) Reveals P-III Trials Findings on Fenebrutinib in Relapsing and Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis

Shots: Genentech has reported the P-III trials results, incl. FENhance 2 study assessing fenebrutinib (PO) vs teriflunomide in 1,497 adults with RMS for ~96wks. Trial met its 1EP of reduced annualized relapse rate over ~96wks. with favorable liver safety; additional safety data will be further evaluated; data to be presented in future meeting, along with…

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Manifold Bio Partners with Roche to Develop BBB shuttles for Neurological and Neurodegenerative Diseases

Shots: Manifold has entered into a strategic research collaboration & licensing deal with Roche to develop multiple next-gen blood-brain barrier (BBB) shuttles for neurological & neurodegenerative diseases, leveraging Manifold’s shuttle portfolio & mDesign AI-driven in vivo discovery platform As per the deal, Manifold will lead research & discovery of BBB shuttles for Roche’s therapeutic payloads,…

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Genentech Reports P-III (ALLEGORY) Trial Findings on Gazyva (Obinutuzumab) for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Shots: Genentech has reported the P-III (ALLEGORY) trial data assessing Gazyva vs PBO in ~300 adults with SLE on SoC for 52wks. followed by ~104wks. OLE period Trial met its 1EP, with more participants achieving ≥4-point improvement in SRI-4 at 1yr., & achieved all key 2EPs, incl. improved BICLA response & a 6-point SRI-6 improvement at…

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Roche Reports P-III (INShore) Trial Findings on Gazyva (Obinutuzumab) for Idiopathic Nephrotic Syndrome

Shots: Roche has reported the P-III (INShore) trial findings assessing Gazyva (Obinutuzumab; Wk. 0, 2, 24 & 26) vs mycophenolate mofetil (MMF; QD) in 85 pts (>2-25yrs.) with frequently relapsing or steroid-dependent nephrotic syndrome Trial met its 1EP, with more pts achieving sustained complete remission at 1yr., & certain 2EPs. Gazyva showed significant benefits in…

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Roche’s Elecsys pTau181 Test Receives the US FDA’s Clearance to Rule Out Alzheimer’s Disease

Shots: The US FDA has cleared the Elecsys pTau181 test to measure phosphorylated Tau 181 protein to help rule out Alzheimer’s-related amyloid pathology in individuals (≥55yrs.) Elecsys pTau181 was evaluated in a non-interventional study of 312 participants, showing 97.9% negative predictive value (NPV) in an early disease-stage, low-prevalence population Elecsys pTau217 is an in-vitro diagnostic…

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Roche and KlinRisk Secure CE Mark for Kidney Klinrisk Algorithm and Unveil CKD Algorithm Panel

Shots: Roche & KlinRisk have received CE-mark approval for the AI-based Kidney Klinrisk Algorithm to assess progressive kidney function decline, integrated into the navify Algorithm Suite The chronic kidney disease algorithm panel combines the new Klinrisk Algorithm for early risk assessment with the CE-marked KFRE Algorithm for later disease stages, supporting care across the full…

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Top 20 Monoclonal Antibodies of 2025 

Shots:  Redefining treatment paradigms, monoclonal antibody therapies utilize advanced mechanisms of action to provide care across multiple therapeutic areas  As of 2024, the global monoclonal antibody therapy market was valued at $252.6B and is projected to reach $497.5B by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 14.5%. Keytruda leads the market with $29.48B in revenue, followed…

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Roche to Acquire 89bio for ~$3.5B, Strengthening its CVRM Portfolio

Shots: Roche has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire 89bio, incl. its lead asset pegozafermin (FGF21 analog) for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, expanding cardiovascular, renal, & metabolic disease portfolio   As per the deal, Roche will acquire 89bio for $14.5/share in an all-cash transaction totaling ~$2.4B, along with one non-tradeable CVR up to an…

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