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New Artificial Intelligence Model Detects Parkinson’s via Speech
An advanced semi-supervised fusion architecture leveraging speech embeddings has been developed to detect Parkinson's disease with high sensitivity. This AI system analyzes nuanced vocal features...
Signs of Immune Evasion in H5N1 Virus Highlighted by AI Study
A University of North Carolina study using AlphaFold 3 protein structure predictions combined with AI and physics-based modeling reveals that the H5N1 avian influenza virus has evolved mutations...
Novo Nordisk’s Amylin Drug Raises Dose and Safety Questions
Data from Novo Nordisk's Phase 1/2 trial of the obesity treatment amycretin reveal substantial weight loss gains but atypical dose-response curves and notable adverse event rates. At the American...
Michael J. Fox Foundation Launches T2T Program for Parkinson’s Targets
The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) introduced the Targets to Therapies (T2T) initiative, focusing on accelerating validation and tool development for 21 prioritized molecular targets in...
European CHMP Backs Five New Medicines, Reviews Eli Lilly Alzheimer’s Drug
The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended the authorization of five new drugs, four of which already hold US approvals. Additionally, CHMP...
FDA Launches Pilot Program to Accelerate Biotech Reviews
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled a new pilot program granting biotechnology companies a priority voucher that shortens drug review times by one to two months, aiming to...
Vertex’s Stem Cell Therapy Cuts Insulin Use in Type 1 Diabetes
Vertex Pharmaceuticals presented promising data from clinical trials of its off-the-shelf stem cell therapy, zimislecel (formerly VX-880), for type 1 diabetes. The Phase 1/2 study showed that 10...
Novo Nordisk’s Amylin Drug Raises Dosing and Side Effect Queries
Novo Nordisk’s amycretin, a next-generation amylin analog for obesity, demonstrated significant weight loss in a Phase 1/2 trial, with the highest 60 mg dose yielding average 24.3% weight...
CHMP Endorses Multiple Drug Approvals, Reviews Alzheimer’s Therapies
The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) has recommended approval for five new drugs, including Madrigal’s Rezdiffra (resmetirom) for metabolic...
Breakthrough Study Links CHEK2 Gene to Immunotherapy Response in Cancer
A novel review highlights the dual role of the tumor suppressor gene CHEK2 in enhancing the efficacy of immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) for solid tumors. CHEK2 deficiency drives increased...
AI and Deep Learning Transform Remote Heart Rate Monitoring
Recent reviews underscore rapid advancements in remote photoplethysmography (rPPG) combined with deep learning techniques for non-invasive heart rate measurement using standard cameras....
Prothena Cuts Workforce by 63% Following Amyloidosis Drug Failure
Prothena Corporation has announced a significant workforce reduction, laying off 63% of employees after its monoclonal antibody birtamimab failed to improve mortality in a Phase 3 trial for Mayo...
Innovative Nanoparticle System Enhances Drug Delivery in Cancer Therapy
Researchers at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and Nanjing University have developed a novel nanoparticle system combining PLGA polymer with albumin, achieving ultra-high colloidal stability...
Oncology Study Tracks Tumor Resistance Using Genetic Barcoding
A Nature Communications study has introduced a cutting-edge genetic barcoding approach to monitor how cancer cells dynamically adapt and develop drug resistance over time. By tagging individual...
New Parkinson’s Detection Technology Analyzes Speech via AI
Researchers have developed a fusion architecture employing semi-supervised machine learning to detect Parkinson’s disease through subtle speech pattern changes. This innovative system integrates...
FDA Launches Pilot Program to Accelerate Drug Reviews for National Priority Treatments
The FDA unveiled a new pilot commissioner’s national priority voucher program aimed at expediting drug reviews for treatments addressing pressing U.S. health crises and national interests. The...
Lilly’s $1.3 Billion Verve Acquisition Signals Renewed CRISPR Market Momentum
Eli Lilly announced its acquisition of CRISPR startup Verve Therapeutics for up to $1.3 billion, strengthening its cardiovascular disease portfolio. Verve’s lead candidate, VERVE-102, is an in...
Vertex’s Stem Cell Therapy Enables Insulin Independence in Majority of Type 1 Diabetes Patients
Vertex Pharmaceuticals reported that 10 out of 12 patients receiving its investigational off-the-shelf stem cell therapy for type 1 diabetes were able to discontinue insulin injections one year...
CHMP Recommends Multiple New Drugs Including Madrigal’s NASH Therapy
The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) recommended authorization for five new drugs, including Madrigal Pharmaceuticals’ resmetirom (Rezdiffra), a...
AI and Machine Learning Propel Innovations in Biotechnology and Healthcare
Artificial intelligence advancements are transforming biotech research and healthcare delivery. KAIST researchers developed an AI model enhancing creative image generation beyond conventional...