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Palatin Technologies, Inc | December 29, 2021

Palatin Technologies, Inc. a specialized biopharmaceutical company developing first-in-class medicines based on molecules that modulate the activity of the melanocortin peptide receptor system, announced the initiation of the pivotal Phase 3 MELODY-1 clinical study of PL9643 in patients with dry eye disease. The study is designed to enroll up to 400 patients at multiple U.S. sites, and top-line results are currently expected second half calendar 2022. "W...

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Exact Sciences Corporation | January 10, 2022

Exact Sciences Corp. announced it has acquired PreventionGenetics, a genetic testing laboratory, to complement its advanced cancer diagnostics portfolio and support its entrance into hereditary cancer testing (HCT). PreventionGenetics provides the clinical lab, expertise, and foundational technology necessary to accelerate the availability of HCT and help more patients know their germline risk of cancer and other diseases. "PreventionGenetics is a natura...

VHL Alliance | April 22, 2020

New research shows patients with von Hippel-Lindau (VHL) disease, a genetic oncological disorder, are experiencing delay and cancellation of important appointments and even surgery due to the COVID-19 public health crisis. For many people with rare diseases, these effects may be life-changing, particularly for otherwise young and healthy patients who may face irreversible damage as a result of delayed treatment. VHL, or von Hippel-Lindau disease, is a genetic disorder characterized by tumors in ...

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Verona Pharma | November 19, 2020

A British clinical-stage biotech firm with U.S. base camp in Raleigh is investigating the alternative of repurposing its leading drug candidate to treat COVID-19 patients. Flush with $200 million after a July raise, the London-based Verona Pharma is now making large walks with its "first-in-class" drug, ensifentrine, targeting chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Now, against the backdrop of a pandemic, it’s pushing ahead with a pilot clinic...