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STAT+: Appeals court reopens the question of who owns patents for groundbreaking CRISPR discovery

STAT

The now 13-year-long legal saga over who invented CRISPR took yet another unexpected turn on Monday, in a ruling that could not only change U.S. ownership of patent rights to the groundbreaking gene-editing technology but more broadly redefine how the law determines when an invention has been made.  The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit sided with the University of California and the University of Vienna in their bid to revive a fight over foundational CRISPR-Cas9 patents that t

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AI is already delivering pharma value — and not just in drug discovery

PharmaVoice

While AI-generated drugs grab headlines, the technology is making more of an impact doing less “glamorous” tasks.

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Opinion: Science is under attack. So I’m taking RFK Jr. to court

STAT

I’m taking Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to court. I don’t want to do it. But I have to do it — not for myself, but to protect science.

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Abeona sells speedy drug review voucher for $155M

BioPharma Dive

The biotech has quickly turned a cell therapy approval into one of the more lucrative recent sales for a priority review voucher, which companies can use to fast track drug reviews.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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STAT+: OpenAI leaps into health care with AI benchmark to evaluate models

STAT

OpenAI on Monday released a large dataset for evaluating how well large language models answer questions related to health care. Experts lauded the open-source data and detailed evaluation rubrics, calling them “unprecedented” in scale and breadth. The project, HealthBench , marks OpenAI’s first foray into health care applications of AI, outside of external partnerships.

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Healthcare Marketing Strategy: Cutting Through Digital Clutter in 2025

Pharma Marketing Network

Ever tried shouting in a crowded stadium? Thats what it feels like launching a branded healthcare campaign today. With every pharma brand, health system, and startup clamoring for attention, crafting a successful healthcare marketing strategy has never been more challengingor more necessary. In 2025, reaching healthcare professionals (HCPs), patients, and caregivers requires more than budget and brand equity.

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Lupus R&D has come a long way, and the next breakthroughs could come from cell therapy

PharmaVoice

But the therapies will need to prove their worth in the clinic over the next few years.

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STAT+: UnitedHealth’s financial miscues, and an $800 million revenue cycle bonanza

STAT

This is the online version of STAT’s email newsletter Health Care Inc., delivered to your inbox every Monday.  Sign up here. Let’s admit it, we’re all enraptured with the Chicago pope content. The deep-dish pizza memes are excellent. But it’s also great the pope actually enjoys Aurelio’s pizza , a tavern-style staple in Chicagoland.

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Quantitative Methods for Portfolio Optimization

Drug Patent Watch

"Unlocking the Secret to a High-Performing Portfolio: How Quantitative Methods Can Revolutionize Your Investment Strategy As investors, we're constantly on the lookout for ways to optimize our portfolios and maximize returns. But what if I told you that there's a science-backed approach that can help you make more informed decisions and outperform the market?

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How Large PBMs Make Money Today: A 2025 Drug Channels Update

Drug Channels

During my PBM Industry Update: Trends, Challenges, and Whats Ahead video webinar, I explored the latest trends, emerging data, and strategic shifts transforming the pharmacy benefit management (PBM) industry. In the video clip below, I explain how PBM compensation models continue to evolve: Traditional profit sources , such as mail dispensing of nonspecialty drugs and retained rebates, have become less significant.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Novo Nordisk unveils new semaglutide data on obesity and heart disease at ECO 2025

Pharmafile

Danish biopharma, Novo Nordisk, has announced that it will present new data on metabolic and cardiovascular health at the upcoming 32nd European Congress on Obesity (ECO). Central to the announcement will be findings related to semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist developed as a treatment for obesity and related cardiometabolic conditions. Semaglutide will be a key focus, […] The post Novo Nordisk unveils new semaglutide data on obesity and heart disease at ECO 2025 appeared first on Phar

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Could an AI for biological age guide cancer treatment?

pharmaphorum

Researchers have developed an AI that could help doctors predict a patient's chance of surviving cancer and potentially guide treatment decisions

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Apiary invests in life sciences marketing specialist performance-io

Pharma Times

Private equity firm Apiary Capital backs rapid growth of performance-i

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European Commission approves Johnson & Johnson’s Crohn’s disease therapy

Pharmafile

The European Commission (EC) has granted Marketing Authorisation (MA) to Johnson & Johnsons Tremfya (guselkumab) for the treatment of moderately to severely active Crohns disease (CD) in adults. The decision follows positive results from two phase 3 programmes, GALAXI and GRAVITI, demonstratingguselkumabs efficacy and safety. Guselkumab became the first approved fully human, dual acting IL-23p19 […] The post European Commission approves Johnson & Johnsons Crohns disease therapy app

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Digital therapy for Tourette syndrome backed for NHS use

pharmaphorum

A digital therapy to reduce the severity of chronic tic disorders like Tourette syndrome has been recommended for use by the NHS for the first time

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Thermosome secures FDA Orphan Drug Designation for soft tissue sarcoma therapy

Pharmafile

Thermosome has received Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its lead candidate, THE001, a treatment targeting soft tissue sarcomas. The designation, which complements a previous ODD from the European Medicines Agency, affirms the therapys clinical promise and strengthens Thermosomes position in the US pharma market.

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Lilly-Purdue partnership to invest $250m in pharma innovation

Pharmaceutical Technology

Eli Lilly and Purdue University, US, have announced the widening of their existing partnership with a planned investment of up to $250m.

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Piramal Pharma to Invest $90 Million in US Site Expansions

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The financial decision is due to customer demand stemming from the reshoring of drug supply services.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Moderna expands use of AI-ready R&D platform

Pharmafile

Moderna has expanded its partnership with Benchling, a cloud-based research platform, to support its broader research organisation. Previously used by its technical teams, the platform will now be adopted by scientists across the company as part of efforts to streamline data management and accelerate research workflows. The move reflects a wider shift in the biotech […] The post Moderna expands use of AI-ready R&D platform appeared first on Pharmafile.

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Roche plans $700m manufacturing plant in the US  

Pharmaceutical Technology

The new site will support Roche and its unit Genentech's future portfolio of next-generation obesity medicines.

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Mind the gap: men’s health and the need for progress

Pharmafile

From prostate cancer to hormonal health, many areas of mens health require more attention. As male life expectancy and healthy lifespan continue to lag behind, Charlie Bryant at Androlabs explores how pharma could help improve this by shifting its focus from treatment to prevention Pharmafile: How important is it to raise awareness about men’s health?

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Roche Invests $700 Million in North Carolina Facility to Advance Obesity Drug Manufacturing

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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Handling Pharma Supply Chain Disruptions

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the third part of his Pharma Commerce video interview, Michael Rowe, Two Labs senior director of DSCSA/serialization compliance services, shares the challenges that stakeholders are encountering, along with a possible change to the national drug code that could be on the way.

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LENZ and Lotus Pharmaceutical collaborate to commercialise presbyopia treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

LENZ has announced an exclusive licensing and commercialisation agreement with Lotus Pharmaceutical of Taiwan.

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More data backs Zepbound over Wegovy for weight loss

pharmaphorum

Eli Lilly is claiming another victory in a head-to-head trial comparing its weight-loss drug Zepbound to its main rival Wegovy from Novo Nordisk.

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Mitochondrial DNA editing: A breakthrough in tackling neurodegenerative diseases

World Pharma News

Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) editing has emerged as a revolutionary approach in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases (NDDs). As these diseases continue to impose a significant global health burden, the innovative use of mitochondrial gene editing offers a promising avenue to address their underlying causes.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.

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Innovating a healthier tomorrow: Entering a new era of medicine

BioPharma Dive

Explore the cutting-edge of science and learn how Danaher is advancing healthcare innovation

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Minghui and Qilu Pharmaceutical to advance MHB088C in Greater China

Pharmaceutical Technology

Minghui Pharmaceutical has announced an exclusive licensing and partnership agreement with Qilu Pharmaceutical for MHB088C in Greater China.

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For cell therapies, raw material quality hinges on the human touch

pharmaphorum

Stakeholders have been increasingly turning to experienced partners in the blood banking field, which have already developed quality solutions that parallel the needs of the cell therapy space.

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Novo Nordisk’s Sogroya matches Norditropin in children’s growth disorders

Pharmaceutical Technology

Novo Nordisk sought approval in April for Sogroya in three paediatric growth disorder indications.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.