Aug 21, 2026
AbbVie will present new lung cancer data at WCLC 2026, including Phase 1b results for ABBV-1480 showing high response rates in NSCLC and safety updates for ABBV-706 in SCLC. The company also reported progress in dermatology, obesity, and Crohn's disease programs.
Aug 12, 2026
China's lab monkey prices nearly doubled to 178,000 yuan as drug development demand surges. The shortage is delaying preclinical studies, and the annual shortfall could reach 20,000 monkeys.
Jun 04, 2026
Dual immunotherapy allowed 70.6% of MSI-H gastric cancer patients to avoid surgery in the INFINITY trial. German off-label immunotherapy shows 20-25% response rates, requiring careful patient selection.
Jul 19, 2026
Amgen detailed its T-cell engager and precision therapy strategy at Citi's 2026 summit. GT Biopharma, Onco-Innovations, Oncotelic, and Samsung Biologics also advanced AI and organoid platforms in drug development.
Jun 13, 2026
HRP-Fusion improved pCR prediction in HER2-positive breast cancer at ESMO TAT Asia 2026; experts also reviewed emerging endometrial targets and equitable access to HER2 therapies.
Jul 20, 2026
The FDA has cleared Telomir Pharmaceuticals' IND for Telomir-Zn in advanced or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. The company plans to initiate a first-in-human Phase 1/2 trial in the first half of 2026.
May 05, 2026
TuHURA Biosciences filed an FDA IND for TBS-2025, a VISTA-targeting antibody, plus a menin inhibitor in mutNPM1 r/r AML. Phase 2 targets early Q2 2026 with preliminary Stage 1 results in Q3 2026.
Aug 07, 2026
A global investment firm agreed to acquire a medical device maker for $5.7 billion, while Juvisé Pharmaceuticals secured a $652 million refinancing and Pharmacelera raised $7.1 million. A biotech company also completed a $289 million IPO, and the MHRA issued AI guidance.
Aug 07, 2026
China has become the dominant source of external drug innovation, with pharma licensing deals reaching $135.7 billion in 2025 and China developing 30% of the world's new innovative drugs. Meanwhile, India is expanding AI use in drug discovery and strengthening its CRDMO and IP infrastructure, though investment gaps persist.
Aug 08, 2026
Recent studies have uncovered new cancer therapeutic targets and strategies, including self-assembling antibody-drug conjugates, a dual-action metabolic drug, and a BRAF protein structure. Research also advanced on dendritic cell vaccines, the origins of a rare childhood leukemia, and cancer cachexia treatment.
Aug 07, 2026
AI is transforming drug discovery across target ID, molecule design and trial optimization. Milestones include regulatory qualification of digital-twin controls and positive Phase 2a data, though 90-95% of candidates still fail.
Jul 06, 2026
Novartis acquires UK biotech Myricx Bio for up to $1.5B, gaining a novel NMTi ADC payload platform and two lead assets targeting B7-H3 and HER2. The deal includes $1.1B upfront with $400M in milestones, expected to close in H2 2026.
Jun 26, 2026
The Gyrolab automated immunoassay platform from Gyros Protein Technologies addresses reproducibility and throughput challenges in biotherapeutic development for ADCs and bispecifics. Case studies show measurable improvements in assay consistency and efficiency for titer and impurity testing workflows.
Jun 11, 2026
The global oncology drugs market is projected to grow at an 8-10% CAGR through 2035 as targeted therapies and immunotherapies gain share over chemotherapy. The radiopharmaceuticals market is expected to reach $21.8 billion by 2033, fueled by rising cancer incidence and expanding diagnostic and therapeutic applications. Innovations in drug delivery, including intranasal platforms for glioblastoma, are advancing neuro-oncology treatment options.
Jun 10, 2026
China's biotech overseas technology transfer agreements reached $137.7 billion in 2025, nearly ten times the 2021 figure, as global drugmakers rush to acquire Chinese candidates. BeiGene's Brukinsa surpassed $4 billion in global sales, while Pfizer agreed to a deal with Innovent Biologics worth up to $10.5 billion. U.S. lawmakers are raising security concerns about growing dependence on Chinese biotech.
Jun 08, 2026
The U.S. Congress is advancing three legislative and regulatory measures to scrutinize and potentially restrict partnerships between American biopharma companies and Chinese biotech firms, citing national security concerns. These actions target the flow of U.S. capital and technology to China amid a surge in deals, with innovative drug out-licensing transactions exceeding $60 billion in the first quarter of 2026 alone.
Jun 05, 2026
Global oncology drug spending is projected to reach $467 billion by 2030, driven by novel modalities like ADCs and bispecifics, but growth will slow due to patent expirations for key drugs like Keytruda and Lynparza. R&D is shifting, with novel modalities accounting for 33% of clinical trials in 2025. The industry is also seeing broader innovation and investment, with new blockbuster contenders emerging across multiple therapeutic areas.
May 31, 2026
Recent studies and expert discussions highlight using ctDNA testing to guide surgery decisions for older ER-positive breast cancer patients and integrating FAST-Forward and PRIME II trial data to personalize radiation therapy and sequence with ADCs like T-DXd.
May 07, 2026
Cancer care is being transformed by targeted therapy, immunotherapy, personalized medicine, and emerging mRNA-based universal cancer vaccines. Advances in immunotherapeutics and cellular therapies are improving survival rates, while an off-the-shelf mRNA vaccine from the University of Florida is already in human trials.
Apr 29, 2026
Immunome submitted an NDA to the FDA for varegacestat in desmoid tumors after the Phase 3 RINGSIDE trial showed an 84% reduction in progression risk (HR=0.16) and a 56% objective response rate. The company plans to file in Q2 2026.