Tag Archives: Novartis

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

Accenture Expands Enterprise AI Strategy with Faculty Acquisition and Appointment of Dr. Marc Warner as Chief Technology Officer

(IN BRIEF) Accenture has completed its acquisition of UK artificial intelligence company Faculty, expanding its global capabilities in applied AI and enterprise transformation. As part of the integration, Faculty’s CEO and co-founder Dr. Marc Warner will take on the role … Read the full press release

Novartis Advances Cancer Treatment Manufacturing Strategy with New Radioligand Facility in Dallas Fort Worth Region

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has announced plans to establish a 46,000-square-foot radioligand therapy manufacturing facility in Denton, Texas, with operations expected to begin in 2028. The new site will expand the company’s U.S. manufacturing network and support growing demand for targeted … Read the full press release

Novartis Reports Strong Phase III Results for Remibrutinib and Moves Closer to First Targeted Therapy for Chronic Inducible Urticaria

(IN BRIEF) Novartis announced positive Phase III results from the RemIND trial showing that the oral BTK inhibitor remibrutinib achieved significantly higher complete response rates than placebo in three major forms of chronic inducible urticaria. The treatment demonstrated good tolerability … Read the full press release

Novartis Reports Final Phase III ALIGN Results Supporting Kidney Function Benefit of Vanrafia in IgA Nephropathy

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has reported final Phase III ALIGN study results showing that Vanrafia (atrasentan) slowed kidney function decline in adults with IgA nephropathy compared with placebo. At Week 136, the therapy demonstrated a 2.39 ml/min/1.73m² difference in eGFR change … Read the full press release

Novartis reports four-year progression-free durability for one in four Kisqali-treated metastatic breast cancer patients

(IN BRIEF) Novartis announced new MONALEESA pooled analysis results showing that 25% of HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer patients treated first-line with Kisqali plus endocrine therapy remained progression-free for four or more years, with a median PFS of 6.8 years. Durable … Read the full press release

Novartis to Present Late-Breaking Phase III Data on Ianalumab and New CAR-T Insights at ACR 2025, Advancing Leadership in Autoimmune Disease Research

(IN BRIEF) Novartis will present new data from 27 abstracts at the 2025 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Convergence, featuring late-breaking Phase III results from the NEPTUNUS-1 and NEPTUNUS-2 trials of ianalumab in Sjögren’s disease, which could become the first … Read the full press release

Novartis Advances RNA Medicine Strategy Through USD 12 Billion Acquisition of Avidity Biosciences and Its Late-Stage Neuromuscular Programs

(IN BRIEF) Novartis announced a definitive agreement to acquire Avidity Biosciences for USD 12 billion in cash, in a move that strengthens its neuroscience franchise and accelerates its xRNA therapeutic strategy. The acquisition brings Avidity’s late-stage programs in myotonic dystrophy … Read the full press release

Collaboration between ICR and NEOsphere set to transform cancer research with next-generation molecular glue technologies

(IN BRIEF) The Institute of Cancer Research and NEOsphere Biotechnologies have announced a new collaboration to accelerate the discovery of molecular glue degrader drugs, an innovative approach in targeted cancer therapy. The partnership will integrate ICR’s proprietary molecular glue library … Read the full press release

Tender Offer for Tourmaline Bio Shares Launched by Novartis Subsidiary Torino Merger Sub

(IN BRIEF) Novartis, through its wholly owned subsidiary Torino Merger Sub Inc., has launched a tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of Tourmaline Bio, Inc. at USD 48 per share in cash. The offer commenced September 29, 2025, and … Read the full press release

Cosentyx Becomes First Novartis Medicine Offered at 55% Discount Through New DTP Model

(IN BRIEF) Novartis will launch a direct-to-patient (DTP) platform in the US on November 1, 2025, starting with Cosentyx, which will be offered at a 55% discount off list price for cash-paying patients. Cosentyx, a biologic approved for multiple immune-mediated … Read the full press release

Novartis to present 19 new studies in cardiovascular disease at ESC Congress 2025 highlighting Entresto, Leqvio, pelacarsen and abelacimab

(IN BRIEF) Novartis will present 19 abstracts at the 2025 European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress in Madrid, showcasing new findings across its cardiovascular portfolio. Key highlights include two VictORION studies on Leqvio’s impact on quality of life and its … Read the full press release

Novartis Phase III Trials Show Ianalumab Significantly Improves Outcomes in Sjögren’s Disease

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has reported landmark Phase III results showing that ianalumab significantly reduced disease activity in patients with Sjögren’s disease, meeting primary endpoints in both the NEPTUNUS-1 and NEPTUNUS-2 trials. The treatment, which combines B-cell depletion and BAFF-R inhibition, … Read the full press release

Mukul Mehta to Succeed Harry Kirsch as Novartis CFO in March 2026 After Distinguished 22‑Year Career

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has appointed Mukul Mehta as CFO and Executive Committee member effective March 16, 2026. He will replace long‑time CFO Harry Kirsch, who retires on March 15, 2026, after 22 years at the company. Kirsch oversaw major strategic … Read the full press release

Novartis Announces Positive Interim Results for Pluvicto™ in Early-Stage Prostate Cancer, Meeting Primary Endpoint in Phase III PSMAddition Trial

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has announced that its Phase III PSMAddition trial of Pluvicto™ in combination with standard of care (SoC) has met its primary endpoint, showing a significant benefit in radiographic progression-free survival (rPFS) and a positive trend in overall … Read the full press release

Novartis Presents ASCO Data Showing Kisqali’s Efficacy and Tolerability in High-Risk Early Breast Cancer Patients

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has presented new data from the Phase III NATALEE trial at ASCO 2025, showcasing Kisqali’s ability to reduce the risk of recurrence in pre-menopausal patients with high-risk early breast cancer. The data reveals a 33% reduction in … Read the full press release

Vienna Stock Exchange Welcomes Swiss Market Index Stocks Following Regulatory Changes

(IN BRIEF) The Vienna Stock Exchange has expanded its global market offering by allowing the trading of all stocks in the Swiss Market Index (SMI), which includes leading companies like Nestlé, Novartis, Roche, and UBS. This follows the Swiss Federal … Read the full press release

Syngenta Expands Biologicals R&D with Key Acquisition and New Production Facility in the U.S.

(IN BRIEF) Syngenta has acquired Novartis’ natural products and genetic strains assets to enhance its biologicals research capabilities and support the agricultural sector’s transition to sustainability. This acquisition complements the opening of a state-of-the-art biologicals production facility in South Carolina … Read the full press release

Novartis Acquires Anthos Therapeutics to Advance Abelacimab in Stroke and Thrombosis Prevention

(IN BRIEF) Novartis has announced its acquisition of Anthos Therapeutics, a Boston-based biopharmaceutical company focused on developing abelacimab, an investigational monoclonal antibody currently in Phase 3 trials for preventing stroke and systemic embolism in patients with atrial fibrillation. This acquisition … Read the full press release

ETH Zurich and University of St.Gallen Launch Manufacturing Alliance to Drive Innovation and Talent Development

(IN BRIEF) The University of St.Gallen and ETH Zurich have partnered to establish the “ETH-HSG Manufacturing Alliance,” aimed at boosting the competitiveness of Swiss industry and nurturing young talent. The alliance is supported by 13 leading industrial partners, including Roche, … Read the full press release