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Aug 05, 2026
Insilico Medicine named ISM9528 as its 31st AI-driven preclinical pain candidate, published a target discovery study for a rare sinonasal cancer, and advanced partnerships with MSK and Takeda. The company is also presenting oncology programs at AACR 2026.
Aug 06, 2026
New research links gut microbiome composition to cancer immunotherapy outcomes. A 674-patient study showed gut bacteria predict melanoma recurrence with up to 94% accuracy, while other studies identified specific microbes influencing treatment response and resistance in melanoma and liver cancer.
Aug 02, 2026
New research advances sustainable biotechnology: recreating poisonous plant compounds for medicine, a two-step fermentation that removes up to 99% of off-putting smells, and hybrid plants that cut carbon footprints by 62%.
May 10, 2026
Vertex secured a Germany reimbursement agreement for CASGEVY and signed a WuXi Biologics pact for a preclinical autoimmune T-cell engager. The moves add to efforts to build revenue beyond cystic fibrosis.
May 04, 2026
Cynata raised $1.5 million through a placement at $0.25 a share ahead of Phase 3 osteoarthritis and Phase 2 aGvHD trial readouts due in May and June 2026. Its aGvHD study has completed the 100-day primary evaluation period for all 65 participants.
Apr 24, 2026
A longitudinal study of 460,000 teenagers found adolescent cannabis use was linked to higher risks of later bipolar, psychotic, anxiety and depression diagnoses. Separate research and expert guidance say THC effects, especially long term, still need more study.
Apr 23, 2026
Eli Lilly, AbbVie, Vertex, Gilead Sciences and Pfizer were identified as pharmaceutical stocks to watch, with Abbott Laboratories and McKesson appearing on a separate seven-stock list.
Apr 19, 2026
Biopharma companies face a $275b patent cliff as licensing activity shifts toward China. China represented almost half of 2025 licensing activity and contributes about 30% of the global biotech pipeline.
Apr 13, 2026
China’s cross-border biotech outlicensing hit US$60 billion in the first quarter of 2026. AbbVie’s up to $745 million Haisco pain deal highlights multinationals’ rising interest in Chinese drug assets.
Apr 06, 2026
Phase 3 PSMAddition showed that adding 177Lu-PSMA-617 to ADT plus an ARPI improved radiographic progression-free survival in PSMA-positive mHSPC. Health-related quality of life and pain were largely maintained.
Mar 25, 2026
Clinical trials show psychedelic substances like psilocybin, LSD and MDMA combined with therapy can effectively treat depression, anxiety and addiction. Several substances are in Phase III trials, with esketamine already approved for treatment-resistant depression. Research suggests these treatments may work with fewer doses than traditional medications.
Mar 14, 2026
The FDA has authorized the first human trial of an allogeneic stem cell therapy for epilepsy, developed by Shanghai-based Unixell Biotechnology. The therapy uses donor-derived stem cells to produce GABA and suppress seizures in drug-resistant patients.
Mar 09, 2026
Xenon Pharmaceuticals will announce topline data from its Phase 3 X-TOLE2 study of azetukalner in patients with focal onset seizures on March 9, 2026, during a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET.
Mar 02, 2026
A CNIC study demonstrates that remote ischemic conditioning can protect the heart during anthracycline chemotherapy without compromising antitumor efficacy, while researchers explore additional methods to manage chemotherapy side effects.
Feb 27, 2026
New research shows cancer survivors who exercise reduce their risk of cancer-related death, while expert panel recommends exercise as essential for older cancer patients during and after treatment.
Feb 26, 2026
Approved gene-editing therapies for sickle cell disease priced at $2.2 million remain out of reach in Africa, where 80% of the world's cases occur, as Uganda launches mandatory newborn screening.
Feb 21, 2026
New research reveals semaglutide may directly repair cartilage in osteoarthritis patients, while a separate study raises concerns about SNAC, an ingredient used in oral semaglutide formulations, and its effects on gut health.
Feb 18, 2026
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary outlined plans to expand over-the-counter drug access, crack down on unlawful GLP-1 compounding, and address the U.S. falling behind China in early-stage drug development.
Feb 18, 2026
Alphyn Biologics has dosed the first patients in a Phase 2 trial of Zabalafin Hydrogel for Molluscum Contagiosum, enrolling 54 patients ages 6 months and older in a placebo-controlled study targeting 75% lesion elimination.
Feb 17, 2026
Recent studies reveal significant barriers in accessing mental health care for children and maternal health services, with nearly 25% of children's mental health needs going unmet and abortion restrictions linked to increased maternal deaths.
