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Feb 24, 2026
Vir Biotechnology announced a global strategic collaboration with Astellas for VIR-5500, a PSMA-targeted dual-masked T-cell engager for prostate cancer, and reported $781.6 million in cash and investments as of December 31, 2025.
Feb 23, 2026
Another participant with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer achieved undetectable PSA and negative PSMA PET after treatment with 67Cu-SAR-bisPSMA in the SECuRE trial. This marks the fifth patient to achieve undetectable disease by radiographic assessment in Clarity Pharmaceuticals' program.
Feb 20, 2026
Candel Therapeutics announced a $100 million royalty funding agreement with RTW Investments, contingent on FDA approval of aglatimagene besadenovec for intermediate- to high-risk localized prostate cancer, with tiered royalties on U.S. net sales.
Feb 20, 2026
Former Novartis executive John Tsai has been appointed global head of R&D at Daiichi Sankyo, replacing Ken Takeshita effective April 1. Tsai brings over 25 years of leadership experience in drug development.
Feb 19, 2026
A randomized trial found that men with prostate cancer treated with the GnRH agonist leuprolide experienced significantly more coronary artery plaque progression than those receiving the GnRH antagonist relugolix, suggesting a biological mechanism for cardiovascular risk differences between ADT drug pathways.
Feb 18, 2026
Flatiron Health announced its first Panoramic datasets for prostate cancer patients in the UK and Germany, encompassing records of nearly 400,000 patients across three countries. The datasets leverage AI and large language models to provide unified real-world evidence for cancer research.
Feb 18, 2026
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University developed a method using ultrasound-activated nanobubbles to break down the collagen barriers surrounding solid tumors, enabling better drug delivery and immune cell penetration. The therapy could reach clinical trials within two years.
Feb 14, 2026
Tempus AI partners with Median Technologies to integrate FDA-cleared eyonis LCS lung cancer screening software into its Pixel platform, marking the first US distribution agreement for the diagnostic tool.
Feb 14, 2026
Multiple pharmaceutical companies have initiated clinical trials for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer in February 2026, with over 180 companies developing 200+ pipeline therapies. Studies include combination therapies and novel drug candidates targeting advanced disease.
Feb 14, 2026
Researchers have developed modified CAR T cells that overcome prostaglandin E2 suppression in solid tumors and a selective therapy targeting IGHV4-34 that spares healthy immune cells, addressing key limitations in current treatments.
Feb 12, 2026
Trethera Corporation completed Phase 1 solid tumor dose escalation trial for TRE-515 and received FDA Fast Track designation for prostate cancer and Orphan Drug status for two autoimmune neurologic diseases.
Feb 13, 2026
A matched analysis of 923 men found salvage focal therapy and radical prostatectomy achieved comparable 10-year cancer-specific survival for prostate cancer recurring after radiotherapy, though surgery carried significantly higher complication rates.
Feb 13, 2026
Novartis debuted its "Relax, it's a blood test" prostate cancer awareness initiative at Super Bowl LX with an experiential booth and commercial featuring NFL tight ends, ranking seventh among all ads.
Mar 28, 2025
Radiopharmaceuticals are emerging as a promising therapeutic class in oncology, with theranostic approaches combining diagnostics and treatment gaining particular attention. Major pharmaceutical companies have invested billions in acquisitions while venture financing reached record levels.
Dec 22, 2025
The FDA approved multiple denosumab biosimilars in late 2025 and issued REMS safety updates emphasizing severe hypocalcemia risk in patients with advanced chronic kidney disease, including reported hospitalizations and fatalities.
