Don Tracy, Associate Editor

Under terms of the deal, both companies will co-develop and co-commercialize BNT327 for multiple solid tumors, with the option to pursue additional indications and combination therapies independently.

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In this Pharmaceutical Executive exclusive, Bob Jansen, David Shulkin, Gen. Paul Funk (Ret.), and Maj. Gen. Dennis LeMaster (Ret.)—members of the Federated Healthcare Advisory Panel—discuss how pharmaceutical companies can strengthen supply chain resilience, navigate policy shifts, and adopt a national security mindset.

Approval of Nucala marks the first biologic approved for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients with blood eosinophil counts as low as ≥150 cells/μL.

As the FDA’s ban on mass compounding of semaglutide takes effect, Novo Nordisk introduces discounted pricing and new patient resources to ensure safe access to Wegovy.

Approval of Susvimo marks the first continuous delivery therapy indicated for diabetic retinopathy.

Deal includes VG-3927, a first-in-class TREM2 agonist aimed at advancing next-generation Alzheimer disease therapies.

Clearance of ASC50 paves the way for a Phase I trial in patients with mild-to-moderate plaque psoriasis.

Results from the Phase II WILLOW trial show that enpatoran achieved a statistically significant dose-response and clinically meaningful reduction in disease activity in cutaneous and systemic lupus erythematosus with active rash.

Positive feedback was based on Phase III AQUILA trial results, which showed a significant clinical benefit with Darzalex Faspro in patients with high-risk smoldering multiple myeloma.

Leandro Boer, MD, PhD, VP, US general medicines, Amgen, discusses the company's nationwide push to reduce cardiovascular risk through free LDL-C testing, public-private partnerships, and implementation science initiatives—all aimed at cutting CV events in half by 2030.

Under terms of the deal, Pfizer will gain rights to develop, manufacture, and commercialize SSGJ-707 outside of China.

Previously granted Emergency Use Authorization, Nuvaxovid is now available for individuals over 12 years of age.

Acquisition includes INZ-701, a late-stage enzyme replacement therapy targeting ectonucleotide pyrophosphatase/phosphodiesterase 1 deficiency.

Deal includes 23andMe’s Biobank, Personal Genome Service, Total Health, and research services operations.

Leandro Boer, MD, PhD, VP, US general medicines, Amgen, explains why seamless communication and treatment continuity across primary care, cardiology, and rehabilitation are critical to improving outcomes and preventing care gaps for cardiovascular patients.

Jørgensen will step down after eight years as CEO, with a successor search underway while the company reaffirms confidence in its strategic plans amid recent market challenges.

Zynyz is the first and only FDA-approved first-line treatment for adult patients with inoperable locally recurrent or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the anal canal.

Leandro Boer, MD, PhD, VP, US general medicines, Amgen, discusses how new findings highlight the need for simplified decision-making in lipid management and a stronger focus on achieving LDL-C targets to help prevent heart attacks and strokes.

Welireg marks the first FDA-approved non-surgical treatment option for locally advanced, unresectable, or metastatic pheochromocytoma or paraganglioma in patients over 12 years of age.

Emrelis is the first FDA-approved treatment for previously treated patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer with high c-Met protein overexpression.

The collaboration will launch four development programs targeting key G protein-coupled receptors—GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon—to develop oral cardiometabolic medicines.

Leandro Boer, MD, PhD, VP, US general medicines, Amgen, explains why many high-risk Americans aged 50+ remain undertreated for cardiovascular disease, citing insurance gaps, risk misperceptions, and complex guidelines.

Under the agreement, GSK will acquire BP Asset IX, a subsidiary of Boston Pharmaceuticals, for up to $2 billion in total cash consideration, including $1.2 billion upfront and up to $800 million in milestone payments.

The decision follows ongoing investigations into serious adverse events primarily reported in elderly individuals who received the Ixchiq chikungunya vaccine.

Leandro Boer, MD, PhD, VP, US general medicines, Amgen, discusses new real-world data showing that most high-risk cardiovascular patients in the US are not starting or intensifying lipid-lowering therapy—and few are achieving guideline-recommended LDL-C targets.

Results from the Phase III REAL8 basket study found that once-weekly Sogroya was effective in children with growth disorders, including those born small for gestational age, with Noonan syndrome, or idiopathic short stature.

Armando Castro, partner, emerging companies, venture capital, Lowenstein Sandler, explains how repurposing GLP-1s and psychedelics for addiction treatment introduces unexpected patent challenges, liability concerns, and complex state-by-state regulatory hurdles.

Weight-loss and diabetes drugs dominated pharmaceutical spending last year, according to a new report by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, who warns of tariff-driven supply chain threats and continued growth in clinic drug costs.

The 700,000 square-foot facility is expected to create 400 high-wage manufacturing jobs once operational.