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Biotech Update: Roche’s TIGIT Struggles and Missed Alzheimer’s Target
Happy Tuesday! I'm Adam Feuerstein, and I'm here to bring you the latest updates in the world of biotech. It seems like all the big news in biotech decided to drop right before Thanksgiving,...
Guidelines and Restrictions on Stem Cell-Based Embryo Models: A New Report
A new report from the Nuffield Council on Bioethics in the UK is calling for guidelines and restrictions on the use of stem cells to create embryo models that mimic aspects of embryonic development....
Supporting Aging Loved Ones to Age in Place: Tips and Resources
As our loved ones age, they may prefer to stay in the comfort of their own homes, known as "aging in place." However, this may require some planning and support to ensure they can...
Promoting Evidence-Based Content: YouTube Health’s Fight Against Misinformation
Garth Graham, the global head of healthcare and public health at YouTube, believes that the platform plays a crucial role in providing valuable information to people worldwide. He emphasized the importance of responsibility in...
AI Drug Development Company Recursion Cuts Jobs Post Exscientia Merger
Recursion Pharmaceuticals, a company known for its innovative use of artificial intelligence and machine learning in drug development, recently made the decision to lay off employees following a merger with Exscientia. This move comes...
Pediatrics: The Growing Backbone of Medicine – Why It’s Essential
Pediatrics is a vital field in medicine that focuses on the health and well-being of children. However, recent challenges have highlighted the growing concerns within the pediatric workforce. The RSV epidemic that hit pediatric...
Building Resilient Healthcare: Vanessa Kerry’s Climate Change Mission
Vanessa Kerry, a physician specializing in pulmonary and critical care, established Seed Global Health over a decade ago to address disparities in healthcare systems worldwide, particularly in countries with limited resources. In a recent...
Roche Lung Cancer Study: Immunotherapy Failures and Drug Target Questions
Roche, a pharmaceutical company, recently announced that an experimental cancer treatment they were working on, called tiragolumab, did not improve survival rates in a major lung cancer study. The study, known as SKYSCRAPER-01, involved...
Optimistic Vaccine Activist: Embracing Hope for the Future
The United States is facing an uncertain future when it comes to vaccine policy. With potential appointees like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Mehmet Oz, Jay Bhattacharya, and Joseph A. Ladapo, public health advocates are...
Pfizer’s New R&D Head, VC Deep-Dive, and FDA Commissioner: What You Need to Know
Pfizer has welcomed a new R&D head, Chris Boshoff, who is expected to make significant strides in research and development to satisfy investors. Additionally, the biotech venture capital landscape is set to see some...
RFK Jr. as HHS Secretary: Scientists’ Opinions and Analysis
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. This decision has sparked controversy, as RFK Jr. is known for being a vaccine skeptic. The...
CAR-T Therapy Shows Promise for Treating Autoimmune Diseases without Impacting Fertility
President-elect Trump has nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the country’s new health secretary, which has caused a stir in the biotech community. Kennedy is known for being a vaccine skeptic, and his appointment...