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Two Chinese Pharma Firms Report New Inhibitor Patents for Cancer Treatment

Jun 12, 2026

Two Chinese pharmaceutical companies have reported new inhibitor discoveries in recent patents. Changchun Genescience Pharmaceuticals identified FGFR2/3 inhibitors for cancer and bone disorder treatment, while Hengrui Pharmaceuticals disclosed new SNF2L2 inhibitors potentially useful for cancer therapy.

FDA Approves Once-Weekly YUVIWEL for Achondroplasia in Children

Feb 28, 2026

The FDA has granted accelerated approval for YUVIWEL (navepegritide), the first once-weekly treatment for children with achondroplasia. Commercial availability is expected in early Q2 2026, with a Rare Pediatric Disease Priority Review Voucher granted.