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Tectonic Therapeutic's TX45 Shows Promise in Phase Ia Trial for Pulmonary Hypertension

  • Tectonic Therapeutic reported positive topline data from its Phase Ia trial of TX45 for Group 2 pulmonary hypertension with preserved ejection fraction (PH-HFpEF).
  • The trial demonstrated that TX45 was safe and well-tolerated in healthy subjects, with minimal adverse events and no immune-mediated clearance observed.
  • A strong pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) relationship was established, enabling the selection of appropriate doses for the upcoming Phase II trial.
  • The Phase II trial, named APEX, has commenced subject screening and will evaluate the effect of TX45 on PH-HFpEF patients with topline results expected in 2026.

Stanford University Initiates Phase 1 Trial of B7-H3-Targeted CAR-T Therapy in Pediatric Solid Tumors

  • Stanford University has commenced a Phase 1 clinical trial to assess the safety and efficacy of CAR-T cell therapy targeting the B7-H3 antigen in pediatric patients with solid tumors.
  • The CAR-T cells are engineered from the patient's own T cells and enhanced with dasatinib to improve their ability to target and destroy cancer cells expressing B7-H3.
  • The trial is enrolling patients aged 2-26 years with relapsed or refractory neuroblastoma, Wilm’s tumor, osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, and soft tissue sarcomas.
  • Researchers aim to identify markers that predict CAR-T cell efficacy, potentially paving the way for improved treatments for solid tumors in the future.

NKT2152 Shows Promise in Advanced Kidney Cancer: Phase 1/2 Trial Results

  • NKT2152, a novel oral HIF2α inhibitor, demonstrated a 20% objective response rate in heavily pretreated patients with advanced clear cell renal cell carcinoma (RCC).
  • The dose-escalation phase of the study showed a 26.3% objective response rate, with responses observed across various risk categories and prior treatment histories.
  • Median progression-free survival was 7.392 months in the overall population, with a 12-month PFS rate of 41.8%, indicating durable responses in a subset of patients.
  • The safety profile of NKT2152 was consistent with its class, supporting further evaluation of loading and maintenance dosing regimens in the dose expansion phase.

NervGen Pharma Highlights Clinical Trial Challenges in Spinal Cord Injury at U2FP Symposium

  • NervGen Pharma's CMO, Dr. Daniel Mikol, will present at the U2FP Symposium, addressing challenges in translating SCI animal model results to human clinical trials.
  • NVG-291, NervGen's therapeutic peptide, targets nervous system repair mechanisms and has shown promise in preclinical models of spinal cord injury.
  • A Phase 1b/2a trial (NCT05965700) is underway to evaluate NVG-291's efficacy in chronic and subacute cervical spinal cord injury, focusing on motor function improvements.
  • The trial assesses corticospinal connectivity changes using electrophysiological and MRI imaging, with funding support from Wings for Life.
NCT05965700RecruitingPhase 1
NervGen Pharma
Posted 8/8/2023

FibroBiologics Partners with Southern Star Research for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Trial in Australia

  • FibroBiologics has engaged Southern Star Research as its CRO in Australia to advance clinical trials.
  • The collaboration will initially focus on preparatory work for a Phase 1/2 trial of CYWC628 for diabetic foot ulcers.
  • Australia's clinical trial infrastructure, regulatory environment, and R&D incentives make it an attractive location.
  • CYWC628 is an allogeneic fibroblast cell-based therapy designed to accelerate wound healing in diabetic foot ulcers.

Ipsen's Iqirvo Receives European Approval for Primary Biliary Cholangitis

  • The European Commission has granted conditional approval to Ipsen's Iqirvo (elafibranor) for treating primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) in adults.
  • Iqirvo is approved for use with ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) in patients with inadequate response or as a monotherapy for those who cannot tolerate UDCA.
  • The approval is based on the Phase III ELATIVE trial, which showed significant treatment benefits compared to placebo in reducing liver damage markers.
  • Iqirvo is the first new therapy approved for PBC in the EU in nearly a decade, offering a new treatment choice for patients.

Cetylpyridinium Chloride Shows Promise in Inhibiting Hepatocellular Carcinoma Growth and Metastasis

  • Cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) demonstrates significant anti-tumor activity against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cells, inhibiting proliferation, invasion, and metastasis both in vitro and in vivo.
  • CPC promotes apoptosis in HCC cells by modulating the expression of apoptosis-related genes and suppresses epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) by regulating EMT marker expression.
  • In vivo studies show that CPC effectively inhibits HCC tumor growth and lung metastasis in mice, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic agent for liver cancer.
  • Cancer cells are more sensitive to CPC than normal cells, indicating a potential for lower side effects compared to traditional chemotherapeutic agents.

BRAIN Biotech AG Secures €128.88 Million Royalty Monetization Deal for Deucrictibant

  • BRAIN Biotech AG заключила сделку по монетизации роялти на сумму до 128,88 млн евро с Royalty Pharma в отношении исследуемого фармацевтического соединения деукриктибант.
  • BRAIN Biotech получит авансовый платеж в размере 18,41 млн евро, потенциальные промежуточные платежи за нормативное соответствие в размере до 18,42 млн евро и долгосрочные промежуточные платежи, связанные с продажами, в размере до 92,05 млн евро.
  • Деукриктибант, часть конвейера BioIncubator компании, в настоящее время находится на стадии клинической разработки компанией Pharvaris NV для лечения наследственного ангионевротического отека.
  • Чистая выручка от этой транзакции будет использована BRAIN Biotech для финансирования будущего роста и погашения кредитов.

FDA Approves First Self-Administered Flu Vaccine, FluMist, for At-Home Use

• The FDA has approved FluMist, a nasal spray flu vaccine, for self-administration, marking the first flu vaccine that can be administered at home. • FluMist is approved for individuals aged 2 to 49 and will be available through an online pharmacy with a prescription, starting next flu season. • The approval is based on studies showing that adults can safely and effectively administer the vaccine themselves or to children with proper instructions. • This new option aims to improve convenience, flexibility, and accessibility to seasonal influenza vaccination, potentially increasing vaccination rates.

FDA Approves First Treatments for Niemann-Pick Type C, Offering New Hope to Patients

  • The FDA has approved two new treatments for Niemann-Pick Type C, a rare and fatal genetic disorder, marking a significant milestone for patients and families.
  • Miplyffa (arimoclomol) by Zevra Therapeutics, in combination with miglustat, is approved for neurological symptoms in patients aged 2 and older.
  • Aqneursa (levacetylleucine) by IntraBio Inc. has also been approved as a stand-alone therapy for neurological manifestations of Niemann-Pick disease type C.
  • These approvals underscore the FDA's commitment to supporting the development of new treatments for rare diseases, providing hope for improved management of symptoms.
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