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HS is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting hair follicles, characterized by painful, fluid-filled lesions. Humira was the sole FDA-approved therapy until Cosentyx's approval in Oct 2023. Off-label treatments like antibiotics precede biologics. This analysis covers HS treatment trends, Humira's integration, patient progression rates, and therapy combinations, using real-world claims data.

Eli Lilly CEO David Ricks assures investors that knockoff versions of Zepbound aren't affecting sales. Pfizer's Q3 2024 sales surged 31% to $17.7 billion, driven by COVID-19 meds. AbbVie acquires Aliada Therapeutics for $1.4 billion, including Alzheimer's drug candidate ALIA-1758.

Regeneron shares fell 10% due to Eylea sales uncertainty; UCB found bright spots in Alzheimer's drug study; Madrigal's Rezdiffra sales exceeded expectations; AbbVie partnered with EvolveImmune for cancer drugs; another company withdrew a Longboard acquisition offer; FDA to re-evaluate PTC Therapeutics' Translarna for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Break Through Cancer launches phase 2 trial using revumenib and venetoclax to eliminate minimal residual disease in acute myeloid leukemia, aiming to prevent relapse and improve survival rates.

Clark’s Gustaf H. Carlson School of Chemistry and Biochemistry opened a new lab with $750,000 from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, enhancing research on protein interactions and disease. Students like William Luschen-Miskovsky and Emily Schaffter now benefit from streamlined processes and industry-standard equipment, preparing them for biotech careers. The lab also supports high school STEM outreach, fostering future scientists.

Tonix Pharmaceuticals submitted an NDA to the FDA for TNX-102 SL, a novel fibromyalgia treatment targeting chronic pain and non-restorative sleep. Supported by Phase 3 trials showing significant pain reduction, it represents a potential breakthrough for patients, with FDA decision expected in 2025.

AbbVie, a pharmaceutical firm with strong immunology and oncology portfolios, is compared against key competitors in the Biotechnology industry. Analysis reveals AbbVie's PE ratio is low, suggesting potential undervaluation, while its high PB ratio indicates overvaluation based on book value. A low PS ratio implies undervaluation based on sales. AbbVie's high ROE, EBITDA, and gross profit highlight strong profitability and operational efficiency, but low revenue growth indicates challenges in market expansion.

AbbVie and EvolveImmune Therapeutics collaborate to develop multispecific biologics for oncology, leveraging EvolveImmune's T-cell engager platform to create novel antibody-based therapies for solid and hematologic malignancies. EvolveImmune receives $65 million upfront and is eligible for up to $1.4 billion in option fees, milestones, and royalties.

AbbVie acquires Aliada Therapeutics for $1.4B to advance ALIA-1758, an anti-pyroglutamate amyloid beta antibody for Alzheimer's. Aliada's Modular Delivery technology aims to enhance drug delivery across the blood-brain barrier, crucial for effective Alzheimer's treatment.