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Ellipses in-licenses first-in-class B7H3 antibody drug conjugate from China

Ellipses Pharma has entered into a collaboration and licence agreement with Innolake Biopharm Co. Ltd to develop a clinical-stage first-in-class antibody drug conjugate (ADC)

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From molecules to medicines: AI’s expanding role in drug development

As artificial intelligence moves beyond early discovery, it is increasingly shaping formulation development and clinical optimisation
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MetP Pharma unveils brain-targeted intranasal GLP-1 delivery technology

Preclinical data shows the company's proprietary nose-to-brain technology enables rapid, dose-dependent brain targeting of intranasal semaglutide with low systemic exposure, opening new opportunities for CNS-focused GLP-1 therapies

EMBO Installation Grant supports new genome editing lab at Vilnius University

Dr C. Patinios Awarded EMBO Installation Grant to advance genome editing research in Lithuania

Merck and Moderna announce 5-year data for intismeran autogene in combination with KEYTRUDA

Eight Phase II and Phase III clinical trials are under way across multiple tumour types, including melanoma, non-small cell lung cancer, bladder cancer and renal cell carcinoma

FDA and EMA issue guiding principles for AI in drug development

The set of ten principles gives broad guidance on AI use in evidence generation and monitoring across all phases of a medicine, from early research and clinical trials to manufacturing and safety monitoring

Bio-Sourcing and Zerion Pharma secure Eurostars funding to develop HER2 oral monoclonal antibody

The pair have been awarded a €1.3m Eurostars grant to develop an oral formulation of the anti-HER2 monoclonal antibody trastuzumab for breast cancer, combining Bio-Sourcing’s BioMilk platform with Zerion’s Dispersome technology to advance the candidate through preclinical development

FairJourney Bio launches cryo-EM services to support antibody discovery and biologics design

The new offering at the company's San Diego laboratories provides high-resolution structural insights to accelerate antibody discovery, selection and optimisation across the biologics R&D pipeline

Studies on HIV and TB reveal tradeoffs for both viruses and immune system in race to survive

Research teams have identified mechanisms by which HIV can evade lenacapavir, at the cost of the virus's reproduction and how the immune system can use bacteria to protect against infection — until TB evolved to take advantage

LYOVAC® ECO Mode: making pharmaceutical freeze-drying leaner and greener

Following the recent announcement that GEA Lyophil has received third-party certification for the energy-saving credentials of its innovative algorithm for freeze-drying applications, Dr Kevin Robinson caught up with Senior Director of Lyophilization Technology Management, Thomas Beutler, to find out more

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Enara Bio expands Boehringer Ingelheim partnership as DARKFOX programme moves toward the clinic

Enara Bio has entered 2026 with renewed momentum after Boehringer Ingelheim licensed additional Dark Antigen targets under their oncology collaboration. The company is also continuing to expand its EDAPT discovery platform

Early stage clinical trials highlight the convergence of novel therapeutics and enabling technologies

Early stage clinical development is increasingly being shaped by advances in drug discovery and the technologies and manufacturing strategies that enable the safe, precise and scalable delivery of new therapies

Breast cancer is the world’s most studied disease for fifth consecutive year according to analysis from Phesi

The US led global clinical trial activity in 2025 and across all top five indications, with China recording the fastest growth in the number of recruiting clinical trial sites

One in ten Britons are using or interested in using GLP-1s for weight loss, according to new research

GLP-1 use and interest was more prevalent among women, as well as those who reported difficulties with their finances or who had experienced psychological distress within the previous month

Eli Lilly pays $55m for obesity drug research collab with Nimbus Therapeutics

The pair have entered into a multi-year research collaboration to develop a novel oral treatment for obesity and other metabolic diseases

LoQus23 Therapeutics nominates new oral drug candidate for Huntington's Disease

The biotech company has put forward LQT-23, a potent, highly differentiated, first-in-class allosteric small molecule inhibitor of MSH3/MutSβ with a unique mechanism of action with potential to slow or stop the progression of HD

Acesion Pharma begins Phase II cardiac arrythmia trial

The Phase II trial of AP31969 in patients with atrial fibrillation will assess the safety and efficacy of the oral SK ion channel inhibitor AP31969 in patients across Europe

Ascletis secures FDA IND clearance for Phase II Study of oral GLP-1 candidate in type 2 diabetes

Ascletis has received US FDA IND clearance to begin a 13-week Phase II trial of ASC30, its oral small-molecule GLP-1 receptor agonist, evaluating efficacy, safety and tolerability in people with type 2 diabetes

Vanda Pharmaceuticals secures FDA approval for motion sickness treatment NEREUS

The US FDA has approved Vanda Pharmaceuticals’ NEREUS (tradipitant) for the prevention of vomiting induced by motion, marking a historic regulatory milestone and introducing the first novel pharmacological option for motion sickness in more than four decades

A new era in diabetes: five biotech companies moving past daily insulin injections

From cell-encapsulation platforms and islet transplantation breakthroughs to next-generation GLP-1 combinations and connected insulin delivery, a new wave of biotech innovation is reshaping the future of diabetes treatment and investment

Med Uni Graz researchers present a new approach to targeted therapy for leukaemia

Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is a cancer of the haematopoietic cells that causes the uncontrolled proliferation of certain immature blood cells

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Biosero launches GoSimple™, a standardised automation-ready workcell

GoSimple workcells simplify workflows and enhance lab efficiency with selected Sartorius and BD instruments

Cellistic launches new iPSC-based GMP platforms to boost cell therapy development

Echo-T, Echo-Cardio, and Echo-Endothelial enable scalable immuno-oncology and regenerative therapies

Titan Enterprises highly commended for Manufacturer of the Year at industry awards

Recognition reflects the company’s investment in innovation and precision flow measurement

Free online course introduces fundamentals of SFC

Learn how SFC can improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact

Thermo Fisher launches general purpose centrifuges with natural refrigerant cooling

New X and S Series models offer high performance with reduced environmental impact

Work safely with hazardous substances – new Asecos catalogue available now

Asecos cabinets help minimise risks when storing flammable substances

Redefining QP training for today’s professionals

How NSF is making specialist learning more flexible and accessible

NSF’s QP training program combines technical skill with personalised guidance

A mentoring-led approach supporting delegates through every stage of the QP journey

SU Puresonic ultrasonic sensor ensures precise hygienic flow measurement

Innovative design meets the highest standards in food, pharma, and water treatment

Abzena advances ADC development with ThioBridge conjugation technology

Next-generation conjugation delivers greater stability, potency and control for targeted cancer therapeutics

Guardtech supporting malaria fight in East Africa with portable 11-bay lab

Suffolk-based experts provide Cleancube Multi 11 for Oxitec’s Friendly mosquito programme in Djibouti

Optimising sample traceability with laser marking technology

Speed and precision in high-throughput tube identification

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