US biopharma Vertex Pharmaceuticals was trading nearly 2% higher during pre-market trading on Tuesday. This followed Vertex’s presentation of its third-quarter financial results and latest outlook for 2024 as a whole. 5 November 2024
A clinical-stage gene therapy company focused on developing potentially curative treatments for patients living with diseases of the eye, salivary gland and central nervous system.
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Former executives at Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) have teamed up to launch a new biotech company, Third Arc Bio, with significant backing from investors. 24 July 2024
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In San Francisco, RAPT Therapeutics (Nasdaq: RAPT) has announced a substantial workforce reduction as part of its cash conservation strategy. 23 July 2024
California-based liver and viral disease specialist Aligos Therapeutics (Nasdaq: ALGS) has announced a clinical trial collaboration with Amoytop Biotech. 23 July 2024
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Following a re-examination, the European Medicines Agency’s human health committee, CHMP confirmed its initial recommendation to refuse the granting of a conditional marketing authorization for Masitinib AB Science’s masitinib. 18 October 2024
Life science investor Syncona has announced the launch of its newest portfolio company, Slingshot Therapeutics, through the Syncona Accelerator initiative. 14 November 2024