In a significant move, Compass Pathways has announced its decision to lay off 30% of its workforce, streamline its research efforts, and explore selling its digital technologies. This decision comes in response to delays in the development of its lead drug, a synthetic form of psilocybin aimed at
Neurogene, a trailblazer in the gene therapy field concentrating on rare neurological diseases, has successfully clinched $200 million through a private funding deal designed to extend its financial runway until late 2027. This financing structure, recognized as a PIPE financing (Private Investment
Roche is considering seeking accelerated approval for its experimental Alzheimer’s drug, trontinemab, following promising early results. Trontinemab is currently in Phase 2 testing and has shown significant potential in reducing amyloid levels in the brain. This approach has been previously a
Novo Nordisk recently announced its intention to seek regulatory approval for the use of semaglutide, the active ingredient in its profitable weight loss drug, for the treatment of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). This decision came after a Phase 3 clinical trial yielded
Jade Biosciences, a burgeoning developer specializing in immune disease drugs, has set its sights on accelerating its market presence through a reverse merger with Aerovate Therapeutics. This strategic consolidation will enable Jade to promptly enter the public market under the Nasdaq ticker
In a significant development, Monte Rosa Therapeutics, a biotechnology company based in Boston, has finalized a highly lucrative global exclusive development and commercialization license agreement with Novartis valued at up to $2.1 billion on October 28, 2024. Monte Rosa Therapeutics is focused on
