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GSK's Blenrep (belantamab mafodotin) combinations approved in Singapore for treatment of relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma
* Two head-to-head phase III trials demonstrated superior efficacy, including overall survival versus a daratumumab-based triplet in DREAMM-7 * Blenrep, a first-in-class anti-BCMA ADC, could transform treatment as early as first relapse where additional effective treatment options are needed [...
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Antengene Presents Key R&D Highlights at the Evercore 2nd China Biotech Summit
SHANGHAI and HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Antengene Corporation Limited ("Antengene", SEHK: 6996.HK), a leading innovative, commercial-stage global biotech company dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class and/or best-in-class medicines for autoimmune dis...
2026-08-19 09:00
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GenScript Reports 27.3% First-Half 2026 Revenue Growth as AI Drug Discovery Business Doubles
Adjusted net profit surges 203.3% as Gene-to-Protein generates two-thirds of GenScript Life Science Group revenue PISCATAWAY, N.J., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GenScript Biotech Corporation (HKEX: 1548) reported first-half revenue of approximately US$404.2 million on a comparable basis, up 27....
2026-08-18 22:15
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Biosolutions could help Japan become a global bioeconomy powerhouse, new report finds
A new report, The Value of Biosolutions: Growth and Prosperity to 2035 – Japan Edition, highlights how biosolutions could strengthen Japan's position as a global biomanufacturing hub and support its ambition to realize the world's most advanced bioeconomy by 2030. However, realizing this potentia...
2026-08-18 10:00
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OncoC4 Announces First Patient Dosing in Phase 1 Clinical Trial of ONC-783 for the Treatment of Advanced Solid Tumors
— ONC-783 is the first-and-only clinical-stage T-cell engager targeting a cancer-specific glycoform of CD24 (neoCD24) — — Subcutaneous formulation designed to provide gradual systemic exposure, potentially mitigating CRS risk — ROCKVILLE, Md., Aug. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OncoC4 Inc., a late c...
2026-08-17 20:00
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Henlius and Sandoz Enter Strategic Collaboration to Unlock Global Value of Biosimilars Platform
* Collaboration may cover up to 10 proposed monoclonal antibody (mAb) and/or antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) biosimilar assets, with the majority of programs at early development stages * Based on the initial arrangements, the total invoiced amount expected to be achieved by Henlius in 2026 is ...
2026-08-17 12:34
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New Study Confirms Capsugel® Enprotect® Capsules Deliver Robust Gastric Integrity Under Both Fasted and Fed Conditions
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Enteric capsules are widely used to protect acid-sensitive compounds and to delay drug release until intestinal entry. However, evidence supporting their gastric integrity under physiologically relevant fed-state conditions remains limited, as mos...
2026-08-17 11:45
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IASO Biotechnology Announces Acquisition of Singapore-Based Cell Therapy Company MediSix Therapeutics
NANJING, China and SINGAPORE, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- IASO Biotechnology ("IASO Bio) today announced the completion of its acquisition of MediSix Therapeutics ("MediSix"), a Singapore-based immune cell engineering and cell therapy company. This acquisition marks a step in IASO Bio's global...
2026-08-14 20:20
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ArkBio's RSV Antiviral Drug Ziresovir Receives FDA Approval for Phase II Clinical Trial
SHANGHAI, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai Ark Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. ("ArkBio") today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ziresovir (AK0529) for a phase II clinical trial in the severely ill RSV infected infant patients, including the ones in pediat...
2026-08-14 18:18
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Innorna Nominated for 2026 Prix Galien USA Best Startup Award
HONG KONG SAR, China and SHENZHEN, China and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Innorna, a clinical-stage biotech company advancing RNA medicines, today announced that it has been nominated for the2026 Prix Galien USA Best Startup Award. Innorna was shortlisted in the Best Startup c...
2026-08-13 22:00
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Axtria to Build Industry's Largest Pharma-Specific AI Engineering Team, Scaling to 1,000 by December 2026
NEW DELHI, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Axtria Inc.
2026-08-13 20:15
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Nobel Heroes Day 2026 - AI For Science Summit (AFSS) Launches in Singapore This October
Focusing on AI for Science: Nobel Laureates and Global Capital Explore the Frontiers of Scientific Innovation SINGAPORE, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nobel Heroes Day - AI For Science Summit (AFSS),co-hosted by Laureates City Holdings Limited and Symbiosis Science , will take place from5 to 11 O...
2026-08-13 11:19
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ArkBio Announces China IND Approval for its Antiviral Drug-Fc Conjugate (AFC) Candidate AK0406 for Influenza Prophylaxis
SHANGHAI, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai Ark Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. ("ArkBio") today announced that the Investigational New Drug (IND) application for AK0406 injection, the company's first long-acting antiviral drug‑Fc conjugate (AFC) candidate for influenza prophylaxis, has been app...
2026-08-13 09:00
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Bringing K-Aesthetics to Australia: PharmaResearch Showcases REJURAN® at Aesthetics 2026
Following REJURAN®'s TGA approval in 2023, the company hosted scientific sessions and a clinical masterclass for Australian healthcare professionals. GANGNEUNG, South Korea, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PharmaResearch, the biopharmaceutical company behind REJURAN®, recently participated in Aesth...
2026-08-13 08:00
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Beyang Closes Oversubscribed $30 Million Series A Financing
Funding to accelerate the iteration of the proprietary AI-driven ExCEED platform and advance global clinical development of differentiated pipelines, including a second-generation Menin inhibitor and a novel ophthalmic therapy. CHENGDU, China, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Beyang Therapeutics Co....
2026-08-12 17:38
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Beyang Closes Oversubscribed $30 Million Series A Financing
Funding to accelerate the iteration of the proprietary AI-driven ExCEED platform and advance global clinical development of differentiated pipelines, including a second-generation Menin inhibitor and a novel ophthalmic therapy. CHENGDU, China, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Beyang Therapeutics Co....
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BASF Agricultural Solutions invests in new Climate Center at its headquarters to strengthen research capabilities
* State-of-the-art research facility at Limburgerhof site responds to increasing regulatory and research demands * Purpose-built facility will enable controlled, reproducible ecotoxicology studies to support the registration of crop protection products worldwide * Investment supports company...
2026-08-12 15:00
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Metabolon Launches Peak Science Grant Program to Advance Breakthrough Metabolomics Research
Quarterly grant program provides researchers with no-cost access to Metabolon's industry-leading metabolomics platform, scientific expertise, bioinformatics tools, and data interpretation resources MORRISVILLE, N.C., Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Metabolon, Inc., the global leader in metabolomic...
2026-08-11 21:00
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Bracco Marks Major Global Milestone with U.S. FDA 510(k) Clearance and Health Canada Authorization for VueJect®, the First Dedicated Ultrasound Contrast Delivery System to Support Cardiology Imaging
VueJect® strengthens Bracco's integrated CEUS ecosystem by enabling more standardized, efficient contrast administration in cardiology imaging MILAN, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bracco Imaging today announced that VueJect®, its first dedicated ultrasound contrast delivery system engineered to ...
2026-08-11 20:00
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Korean Biotech Company K-Medichem Expands Global Market Reach with PDRN Derma Skincare Line in Vietnam, Indonesia and Beyond
* PDRN Derma cream, serum, and mask lineup positions premium K-dermocosmetics based on patented ingredients for Southeast Asian market expansion CHUNCHEON, South Korea, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- K-Medichem Co., Ltd. (K-Medichem), a Korean biotech company built on university research, is acc...
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