Express Pharma

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The nutraceutical market is expanding rapidly, valued at $6.11 billion in 2024 and projected to reach $11.55 billion by 2030, according to a GlobeNewsWire report. However, pharma companies eager to tap into this growth, face a complex road ahead. Regulatory ambiguity, for instance, serves as a double-edged sword. On the one hand, relatively less regulatory control eases market entry; on the other, they expose pharma players to intense competition from both established FMCG brands and agile start

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FEBRUARY 8, 2025

The National Institutes of Health has made a landmark decision that could irreparably damage the backbone of American scientific innovation: a dramatic reduction in the indirect cost rate for research grants. This sweeping policy change sets the indirect rate to 15%, a stark contrast with the 60% or more that many institutions currently rely on for essential administrative and operational costs.

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PharmaVoice

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

As drug development priorities shift, pharma companies need to understand younger patients to improve their reputation.

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Drug Patent Watch

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

The Dark Side of Innovation: How Companies Use Drug Patents to Block Competitors As we celebrate the breakthroughs in medical research and the development of life-saving treatments, it's essential to acknowledge the complex landscape of pharmaceutical innovation. Behind the scenes, companies are employing clever tactics to protect their intellectual property and block competitors from entering the market.

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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.

Express Pharma

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Dr Navin Saxena, Chairman of Rusan Pharma, has been awarded two of Russias highest honours: The Order of Friendship by the Russian Federation and the Memorial Medal from Moscows Peoples Friendship University. These awards recognise his contributions to science, medicine, pharmaceutical innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration over a 40-year career.

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The Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

NHS England (NHSE) and the government must publish its economic review of community pharmacy for the sake of transparency in contract negotiations, the two independent pharmacy organisations have demanded. The review, promised as part of the 2022-24 pharmacy contract, aims to find out the 'full economic costs of delivering NHS pharmaceutical services' and whether NHS […] The post Economic review of pharmacy must be published now, urge IPA and NPA appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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PharmaVoice

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The two companies will let their long-running contract expire this year, and drugmakers will need to decide which is the best platform for them in a changing marketplace.

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Express Pharma

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

DKSH reported core EBIT growth and strong cash conversion in 2024, with net sales reaching CHF 11.1 billion, representing a 4.0 per cent increase at constant exchange rates. Core EBIT rose to CHF 343.1 million, an 8.4 per cent increase at constant exchange rates, leading to a core EBIT margin of 3.1 per cent, marking the fourth consecutive year of margin expansion.

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FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Where is DeepMind’s AI protein design spinout? The Alphabet-owned AI company took the biology world by storm in 2020 with AlphaFold2 , the protein structure prediction AI platform that “solved” a decades-old biology problem. In 2021, the company spun out Isomorphic Labs, an AI drug discovery company. But Isomorphic’s initial focus is on small-molecule drug discovery, with protein-based drugs remaining a distant twinkle in the company’s eye.

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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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The Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Online treatment service providers have been encouraged 'to review their commercial relationships with third parties' to ensure they abide by medicines advertising regulations, particularly regarding weight-loss medications. This comes as one company, Habitual Healthcare, has changed how it collaborates with online influencers, on the advice of the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

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The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

When the pharma firm cancelled plans for a major expansion of its Merseyside plant last month, there was no shortage of questions or blame over responsibility At a tense meeting with senior civil servants on the afternoon of 29 January, the chair of AstraZeneca, Shaun Grady, pulled the plug on a planned 450m expansion of its childhood flu vaccine factory in Merseyside bringing a year and a half of negotiations to an abrupt halt.

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Drug Patent Watch

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Accelerating Generic Drug Development: Strategies for Success As a pharmaceutical professional, you know how crucial it is to navigate the complex landscape of generic drug development. With the increasing demand for affordable medications, generic drug manufacturers are under pressure to expedite their development timelines without compromising on quality.

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STAT

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A member of the U.K. Parliament is calling for regulators to audit pharmaceutical companies that have made misleading statements to the public about their Covid-19 vaccines. And the move comes after Moderna was chastised for the second time in five months by a U.K. trade group over its attempts to recruit children into a late-stage clinical trial for its Covid shot.

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Express Pharma

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Roquette, a global provider of plant-based ingredients and pharmaceutical and nutraceutical excipients, has launched its refreshed coatings platform for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications. The platform combines two product rangesTabshield ready-to-use film coating systems and ReadiLYCOAT plant-based ready-to-use coating systemsoffering manufacturers a broader selection of coating solutions.

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The Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Overweight patients who are living with long Covid could benefit from a supported weight management programme to help alleviate symptoms, a new study suggests. Researchers at the University of Glasgow found that a remotely delivered structured weight management program, supported by a dietitian and offering peer support, could improve a range of long Covid symptoms […] The post Supported weight management may improve long Covid symptoms appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Drug Patent Watch

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The Unsung Heroes of Generic Drug Development: The Power of Partnerships As we navigate the complex landscape of pharmaceuticals, it's easy to overlook the crucial role that partnerships play in bringing affordable, life-saving medications to market. But the truth is, partnerships are the backbone of generic drug development, and their impact cannot be overstated.

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STAT

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Apple on Wednesday announced a new longitudinal research study that will investigate relationships between different aspects of health that can be measured using its devices, potentially informing the development of new health features. Called simply the Apple Health Study, the project is a collaboration with researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and will enroll volunteers through Apple’s Research app, who will share as much or as little of their health data as they like.

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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.

Express Pharma

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

The Academy of Digital Health Sciences, in collaboration with Bombay College of Pharmacy and the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur, has launched the Professional Development Programme in Digital Health for Pharmacists. The initiative aims to equip pharmacists with essential digital health skills to enhance pharmaceutical care, streamline workflows, and improve patient outcomes.

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The Pharmacist

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

A new faculty to support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians working in or with care homes has been launched, with an introductory webinar to be held this evening. The National Care Home Faculty (NCHF) is open to any pharmacist or pharmacy technician with an interest in care home pharmacy and medicines use in care homes […] The post Faculty to support care home pharmacists launched appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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PharmaVoice

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

What will it take for a clinical-stage biotech to break into the cardio space? One CEO thinks he has the answer.

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STAT

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This story first appeared in Adam’s Biotech Scorecard, a subscriber-only newsletter. STAT+ subscribers can sign up  here  to get it delivered to their inbox. I apologize for this depressing, cynical newsletter. I still hope you read it.  Why it’s so bleak out there My recent conversations with folks in the biotech investing world can only be described as bleak.

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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.

PharmD Live

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

As healthcare shifts toward value-based care, medication reconciliation has become a critical focus for reducing costs and improving patient outcomes. Discrepancies in medication regimens, particularly during care transitions like hospital discharge, are a leading cause of adverse drug events (ADEs). These preventable issues result in significant financial burdens on healthcare systems while compromising patient safety and care quality.

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Express Pharma

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai, in partnership with the Mumbai Biocluster, hosted the 5th Annual Summit of Biologics Conference and Workshops on Biopharmaceutical Product Development from January 30th to 31st 2025. The event, held at the Novotel Dona Sylvia Resort, Goa, attracted over 700 attendees, including 150 distinguished speakers, 12 sponsors, and 41 exhibitors.

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PharmaVoice

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Fractyl Health is entering pivotal studies for a procedure that aims to be an ‘off ramp’ to GLP-1s and exploring how a one-time, ‘smart GLP-1’ gene therapy can Treat type 2 diabetes.

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STAT

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Omar Abudayyeh, Jonathan Gootenberg, and Patrick Hsu know the pains of starting biotech companies firsthand.  The trio crossed paths a decade ago in CRISPR pioneer Feng Zhang ’s lab before going on to found organizations like the Arc Institute , Stylus Medicine, and Tome Biosciences. Over the years, they’ve commiserated about their respective struggles making the best RNA molecules in-house or facing lengthy wait times when ordering raw materials.

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