Gene therapy has emerged as a revolutionary approach to treating genetic disorders by delivering therapeutic genetic material directly into patients' cells. Among the various vectors used for gene delivery, Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV) vectors have gained significant attention due to their
The dramatic rise in online sales of emergency contraceptives following Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election has highlighted a significant trend among women preparing for potential restrictions on reproductive rights. This phenomenon underscores a proactive approach to
In a strategic move aimed at ensuring the utmost safety and efficacy, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently announced a three-month delay in the priority review of Neurotech Pharmaceuticals' NT-501 eye cell therapy implant. This extension shifts the anticipated action date to
The pharmaceutical industry is no stranger to challenges and setbacks, especially in the area of neurological and psychiatric treatments. AbbVie, a multinational biopharmaceutical company, recently faced a significant hurdle when its promising schizophrenia drug, emraclidine, failed to meet
In a notable stride towards technological innovation, ECU Health Medical Center has recently upgraded its microbiology laboratory by installing the advanced BD Kiestra Total Lab Automation (TLA) system. This significant enhancement aims to bolster standardization, improve laboratory efficiency, and
In October 2023, Sanofi, a leading global pharmaceutical company, announced a major shift in its business strategy. This shift involved the separation of its consumer health division, a move set to be completed in 2024. Historically, Sanofi's consumer health division, which includes popular
The biopharma industry is currently navigating a complex landscape marked by significant financial developments and technological advancements. Recent financial reports from key players like Moderna and Gilead Sciences, coupled with the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in clinical
The biotechnology sector witnesses another strategic maneuver as private equity firms GHO Capital Partners and Ampersand Capital Partners have agreed to acquire Avid Bioservices for $1.1 billion. Avid, an influential contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), specializes in
The pharmaceutical industry has long been a battleground for innovation, with companies around the globe constantly striving to outpace each other in developing cutting-edge therapies. Oncology, the branch of medicine that deals with cancer, has emerged as a focal point of this dynamic competition.
ApiJect Systems Corp., a public-benefit medical technology company, has recently secured an initial grant of $425,000 from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This significant funding aims to support the design and development of low-cost Prefilled ApiJect Injectors to make single-use
