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The FDA approved an expanded indication for Sanofi's MenQuadfi meningococcal vaccine to include children aged 6 weeks to 23 months, making it the only MenACWY vaccine with no upper age limit.

Scientists have developed the first wireless device capable of remotely activating photoactivable drugs, demonstrating effective pain management using photolabile morphine without typical opioid side effects.

Grove Biopharma, a Northwestern University spinout developing therapies for intracellular disease targets, has secured $30 million in Series A financing to fuel its expansion and research initiatives.

Northwestern University researchers found that NU-9, an experimental drug approved for ALS clinical trials, effectively reduces toxic protein buildup in Alzheimer's disease animal models.

Sibel Health has closed a $30 million Series C financing round led by the Steele Foundation for Hope with significant participation from Dräger, positioning the company for commercial expansion.

Northwestern University researchers are conducting a Phase 3 clinical trial (SPARX3) to evaluate how different intensities of aerobic exercise affect disease progression in newly diagnosed, unmedicated Parkinson's patients.

The FDA has cleared Northwestern University's IND application for Calidi Biotherapeutics' CLD-101, a stem cell-based platform delivering oncolytic viruses for treating high-grade glioma, with Phase 1b/2 trials starting late 2024.

Researchers are exploring vaccines to prime the immune system against malignant cells expressing MUC1, potentially preventing tumor formation in high-risk individuals.

Leading oncologists at the Chicago IVBM event discussed the transformation of lung cancer treatment, emphasizing the evolution of immunotherapy from second-line to first-line and early-stage treatments.

Leading cardiologists at ASPC Congress 2024 highlight the transformative role of AI and advanced imaging techniques in early detection of cardiovascular risks, particularly through coronary computed tomography angiography.