Emerging Biopharma

Odylia Therapeutics event brings together leaders across biotech, pharma, venture capital, patient advocacy, and research sectors to address the financial and structural barriers that impede rare disease drug development.

Financing of Merida Biosciences was backed by Bain Capital Life Sciences, BVF Partners and Third Rock Ventures, with participation from multiple other investors.

PharmaLogic states that the acquisition of Agilera Pharma AS will place the company in a unique global role in radiopharmaceutical production and distribution.

The trial size adjustment, along with protocol modifications and the addition of higher-enrollment sites, is expected to facilitate completion of the NEPHRO CRRT study of Niyad in patients undergoing renal replacement therapy by the end of 2025.

Under terms of the deal, Novo Nordisk will obtain global rights to develop, manufacture, and commercialize LX9851 for obesity and metabolic disorders.

Under terms of the deal, Merck will gain global rights to develop, manufacture, and commercialize HRS-5346 for cardiovascular disease, excluding Greater China.

Under terms of the license agreement, Novo Nordisk will acquire the rights to develop and commercialize UBT251 outside of China for obesity and type 2 diabetes for an upfront payment of $200 million.

DR-0201, a CD20-directed bispecific antibody, has demonstrated robust B-cell depletion in early clinical studies, showing promise in treating refractory B-cell-mediated autoimmune diseases.

Latigo Biotherapeutics, Vivace Therapeutics, and Vori Health each announced the recent successful closing of their respective financing rounds.

A look at the current landscape and how young companies can set the stage for product launch.

Making early commercial data and analytics decisions for launch cen future-proof their data management.

Sun Pharma’s acquisition of Checkpoint Therapeutics includes Unloxcyt, an FDA-approved anti-PD-L1 therapy for metastatic and locally advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma.

The acquisition is expected to enhance Jazz's oncology portfolio by adding dordaviprone, a novel small molecule therapy in development for H3 K27M-mutant diffuse glioma.

FP008 is designed for patients with solid tumors that have not responded to existing immunotherapies targeting PD-1.

The Alpha Cognition executive discusses recent developments that positively impact the upcoming launch for ZUNVEYL.

The funding, led by existing and new investors, is expected to support Eikon’s efforts to integrate advanced computing, automation, and data science that drives innovation in drug development.

Under terms of the deal, Stoke will spearhead global development of zorevunersen, while Biogen will receive exclusive rights to commercialize the treatment outside of North America.

Valencia will seek to leverage the investment as well as Surek’s leadership experience to drive commercialization of its flagship eCoin system to develop minimally invasive treatments for urinary incontinence.

Led by Bosch Ventures, Applyo Jena’s Series A funding seeks to accelerate the development and commercialization of its advanced pharmaceutical technologies.

Under terms of the deal, Epitopea and Merck will work to identify Cryptigen tumor-specific antigens through Epitopea’s CryptoMap platform.

Pharm Exec’s 20th Annual Pipeline Report examines the emerging drug development trends and surging investments in five expanding therapeutic areas.

Gene Mack, Gain Therapeutics CEO, provides a look into the future of the company and the use of physics-based artificial intelligence in the drug discovery process.

As part of the funding, Latent Labs aims to leverage generative artificial intelligence to computationally create novel therapeutic molecules, such as antibodies and enzymes, to improve molecular features.

Funding was led by New Enterprise Associates, with participation from Foresite Capital and multiple other investors.

The Phase III trial builds on findings from prior findings that indicated Anktiva can restore T-cell function and improve overall survival in patients with advanced of metastatic non-small cell lung cancer who are PD-1 checkpoint inhibitor resistant.

A surge in biotech startup out-licensing deals from the country are paving the way for increased IPO and M&A activities.

The trial, developed in collaboration with Novotech, will specifically target dietary and alcohol-induced overindulgence.

New partnerships aim to expand Teva’s biosimilar portfolio and enhance access to high-cost biologics across key markets.