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Top news of the week: 09.11.2021.

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@JNJInnovation shared
On Nov 4, 2021
Oncolytic virus therapy is considered by some as one of the most promising forms of immunotherapy today. Join us and @OICR_news on 11/17 as we delve into the field to understand its emergence, where things stand today and what comes next for patients: https://t.co/jPvP16UwS1 https://t.co/yl4kDhVQ5Q
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OICR-JLABS cancer symposium series

OICR-JLABS cancer symposium series

November 17 from 10-11:30 a.m. ET Oncolytic (cancer-killing) viruses are one of the most promising forms of immunotherapy today because they can effectively target and destroy cancer cells ...

@BIODeutschland shared
On Nov 9, 2021
Pieris Pharmaceuticals and Servier Announce Dosing of First Patient in Phase 1/2 Trial of 4-1BB/PD-L1 Bispecific PRS-344/S095012 https://t.co/IVAF1XZ2Ec
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Pieris Pharmaceuticals and Servier Announce Dosing of First Patient in Phase 1/2 Trial of 4-1BB/PD-L1 Bispecific PRS-344/S095012

Pieris Pharmaceuticals and Servier Announce Dosing of First Patient in Phase 1/2 Trial of 4-1BB/PD-L1 Bispecific PRS-344/S095012

The dosing of the first patient in this study marks a meaningful step to developing a potential future treatment for cancer patients with limited options," said Patricia …

@jonathanrockoff shared
On Nov 4, 2021
RT @peterbachmd: Ty @bmj_latest for publishing this superb work by Susan Chimonas, @DKorenstein et al. A thorough review and mapping of how the pharmaceutical industry has hard wired influence into every level of practice and prescribing. https://t.co/Ffn3eKepc3
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Mapping conflict of interests: scoping review

Mapping conflict of interests: scoping review

Objective To identify all known ties between the medical product industry and the healthcare ecosystem. Design Scoping review. Methods From initial literature searches and expert input, a ...

@SWLifeSciences shared
On Nov 3, 2021
Psychedelic Drug Trials Accelerate as Decriminalization Spreads, Investment Expands https://t.co/AswWF0uQnq McAlinden Research thinks #psychedelics may become part of a #biotech boom. $MNMD $CMPD $FTRP $CYBN #mentalhealth @mindmedco @COMPASSPathway @CybinInc @fieldtriphealth https://t.co/c5cZ1i4ujV
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Psychedelic Drug Trials Accelerate as Decriminalization Spreads, Investment Expands

Psychedelic Drug Trials Accelerate as Decriminalization Spreads, Investment Expands

McAlinden Research Partners estimates it may be only a matter of time before psychedelics become part of a biotech boom.

@matthewherper shared
On Nov 2, 2021
Democrats' new drug pricing outline includes carveout for small biotech https://t.co/dxyDN1c4at
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Democrats circulate a new drug pricing outline with a big carveout for small biotechs

Democrats circulate a new drug pricing outline with a big carveout for small biotechs

A drug pricing compromise circulating on Capitol Hill and in lobbying circles this week includes a generous carveout for small biotechs.

@GalapagosGlobal shared
On Nov 4, 2021
Press Release | Galapagos reports commercial and operational progress at Q3 financial results. Read the full press release here: https://t.co/v2mFTDwfKr https://t.co/TAF3p6FzG1
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Galapagos reports commercial and operational progress at Q3 financial results

Galapagos reports commercial and operational progress at Q3 financial results

First nine months 2021 financial results: Group revenues of €317.9 millionOperating loss of €175.7 millionNet loss of €119.6 millionCash and current...

@JaredSHopkins shared
On Nov 2, 2021
Also, SHERING-PLOUGH! A good reason to remind ya'll that Keytruda, Merck's cancer drug en route to begin the world's top-selling prescription drug, was almost shelved after the S-P deal, until Roger Perlmutter saved it (h\t @DShaywitz) https://t.co/benLLrgLlH
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The Startling History Behind Merck's New Cancer Blockbuster

The Startling History Behind Merck's New Cancer Blockbuster

The success of Merck’s blockbuster cancer drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) was anything but inevitable. It was discovered accidentally, weathered two company acquisitions, and nearly ...

@SWLifeSciences shared
On Nov 2, 2021
Sigilon Therapeutics' 'Cell Replacement in a Bottle' a Powerful Option in Treating Genetic Diseases: https://t.co/dD8ePv2tD4 BTIG is initiating coverage on the company with a "Buy" rating and $14/share price target. $SGTX #biotech #stocks @Sigilon_Inc https://t.co/brXWxt25Wk
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SLT Company's 'Cell Replacement in a Bottle' a Powerful Option in Treating Genetic Diseases Research Report

SLT Company's 'Cell Replacement in a Bottle' a Powerful Option in Treating Genetic Diseases Research Report

BTIG commented in a research report that Sigilon Therapeutics is developing a powerful and widely applicable cell replacement in a bottle as a potential functional cure for genetic ...