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Pharma & Biotech Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Eckert & Ziegler Secures Regulatory Approval for Ru 106 Applicators Supporting Vision Preserving Oncology Care

(IN BRIEF) Eckert & Ziegler has secured MDR certification for its Ru-106 eye applicators, ensuring continued availability of a critical treatment for eye cancer patients in the EU. The devices, used in brachytherapy procedures for conditions such as uveal melanoma … Read the full press release

EMA Approves Updated Distribution Conditions for Wegovy Injection Supporting Cost Efficiency and Expanded Home Delivery Options

(IN BRIEF) Novo Nordisk has received approval from the European Medicines Agency to update the delivery conditions for Wegovy® injection, allowing it to be transported at temperatures of up to 30°C for up to 48 hours. This makes it the … Read the full press release

Unilever Targets Premium Wellness Growth with Acquisition of Grüns to Strengthen Position in U.S. Supplements Market

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has agreed to acquire Grüns, a fast-growing U.S.-based supplements company known for its innovative gummy-based greens products, as part of its strategy to expand into premium and high-growth segments within the Beauty & Wellbeing category. Founded in … Read the full press release

EQT Life Sciences Exits Tubulis Investment Following Gilead Acquisition Agreement in Oncology Sector

(IN BRIEF) EQT Life Sciences has exited its investment in Tubulis following Gilead Sciences’ agreement to acquire the German biotechnology company in a deal valued at up to $5 billion including milestones. EQT supported Tubulis’ development into a clinical-stage oncology … Read the full press release

Novonesis Advances Growth Strategy with Acquisition of Key Biosolutions Facility in Thailand

(IN BRIEF) Novonesis has agreed to acquire a fermentation production facility in Rayong, Thailand from Meihua for approximately USD 50 million, expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia. The facility will enhance the company’s global production capabilities and support its long-term … Read the full press release

Sanofi Highlights Potential of Lunsekimig as New Treatment Option Following Strong Phase 2 Study Outcomes

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi has announced positive phase 2 clinical results for lunsekimig, a novel bispecific therapy targeting key inflammatory pathways in respiratory diseases. The treatment successfully met primary and key secondary endpoints in studies involving moderate-to-severe asthma and chronic rhinosinusitis … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Vietnam Expands Environmental Testing Capabilities with New Biodegradability and VOC Emission Services

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Vietnam has launched new biodegradability and VOC emission testing services to help Vietnamese manufacturers meet international environmental standards and strengthen their competitiveness in global markets. These services address growing regulatory and consumer demands for transparency in … Read the full press release

Beiersdorf Launches €100 Million Innovation Fund to Accelerate Science Driven Advances in Skin Care

(IN BRIEF) Beiersdorf has introduced a €100 million second-generation Skin Care Innovation Fund to expand its venture capital activities and support innovation in skin care. The fund focuses on startups in life sciences, sustainability, AI, and digital health, investing globally … Read the full press release

Scientists Identify Hundreds of Mutation Patterns Offering New Insights into Cancer Development and Targeted Therapy Opportunities

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from The Institute of Cancer Research and The University of Manchester have created the most comprehensive map of cancer-related genetic mutations to date, analysing data from nearly 11,000 patients in the 100,000 Genomes Project. The study identified … Read the full press release

Research Published in European Heart Journal Shows Short Bursts of Intense Exercise Can Deliver Significant Health Benefits

(IN BRIEF) New research published in the European Heart Journal reveals that even short periods of vigorous physical activity can significantly reduce the risk of major diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, inflammatory conditions, and dementia. The study, based on data … Read the full press release

GSK Advances Hepatitis B Treatment Pipeline with China NDA Submission for Bepirovirsen Based on Phase III Trial Success

(IN BRIEF) GSK has announced that China’s National Medical Products Administration has accepted for review a New Drug Application for bepirovirsen, an investigational antisense oligonucleotide designed to treat adults with chronic hepatitis B. The submission is supported by Phase III … Read the full press release

GSK Expands Respiratory Portfolio with China Approval of Long-Acting Exdensur Therapy for Severe Asthma Patients

(IN BRIEF) GSK has secured approval in China for Exdensur (depemokimab), a first-of-its-kind ultra-long-acting biologic for treating severe eosinophilic asthma in patients aged 12 and above. Approved by China’s National Medical Products Administration, the therapy offers a novel treatment approach … Read the full press release

Roche Advances Molecular Diagnostics Portfolio with Integrated cobas MPX-E Solution for Modern Blood Screening

(IN BRIEF) Roche has launched the cobas MPX-E assay, a multiplex molecular diagnostic test capable of detecting HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and Hepatitis E simultaneously in a single workflow. Available in CE mark–accepting markets, the assay is designed to … Read the full press release

Almirall Strengthens China Innovation Strategy with New Biopharma Collaboration Focused on Dermatology Treatments

(IN BRIEF) Almirall has signed a collaboration and licensing agreement with Shanghai Huaota Biopharmaceutical, a subsidiary of Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical, to develop a monoclonal antibody candidate for multiple indications including medical dermatology, with Huaota leading early research and initial clinical … Read the full press release

Evotec Subsidiary Just Evotec Biologics Advances U.S. Preparedness Efforts with New Antibody Manufacturing Initiative for Filovirus Threats

(IN BRIEF) Evotec SE’s subsidiary Just – Evotec Biologics has been selected by the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority BioMaP Consortium to support a multi-year initiative aimed at improving manufacturing processes for antibody-based treatments targeting Ebola and Sudan virus. … Read the full press release

GSK secures Japan orphan drug designation for risvutatug rezetecan advancing treatment options in small-cell lung cancer

(IN BRIEF) GSK plc has received Orphan Drug Designation in Japan for its investigational antibody-drug conjugate risvutatug rezetecan (Ris-Rez) for the treatment of small-cell lung cancer, supported by early clinical data showing durable responses in patients with extensive-stage disease. SCLC, … Read the full press release

CVC retains majority stake in Syntegon as Apollo joins as strategic minority investor to support next phase of global growth

(IN BRIEF) CVC Capital Partners has agreed to sell a 37% minority stake in Syntegon to Apollo-managed funds while retaining majority ownership, marking the start of a new growth phase for the company. Since CVC’s investment, Syntegon has achieved strong … Read the full press release

Novartis Advances Precision Medicine Strategy with Agreement to Acquire SNV4818 for HR Positive HER2 Negative Breast Cancer

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has agreed to acquire SNV4818 from Synnovation Therapeutics, a next-generation PI3Kα inhibitor designed to selectively target mutations in HR+/HER2- breast cancer. The therapy, currently in Phase 1/2 clinical trials, aims to improve treatment tolerability by focusing on … Read the full press release

Paul Scherrer Institute Advances Light Controlled Drug Development with Breakthrough in Photopharmacology Research

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Paul Scherrer Institute have identified the molecular mechanism behind a light-switchable drug that can modulate its effectiveness in treating high blood pressure. By observing how the compound changes shape and interacts with its receptor, the … Read the full press release

UKRI Announces Major Infrastructure Investment Including National Cryogenic Facility to Advance Quantum and Clean Energy Research

(IN BRIEF) UKRI has announced a major infrastructure investment package, including £51.2 million for a new National Cryogenic Facility that will enable advanced research at ultra-low temperatures. The facility will support innovation in areas such as quantum computing, healthcare, and … Read the full press release