Pharma

Stanford creates virtual scientist to accelerate drug and vaccine discovery

Stanford researchers have developed an AI-powered "virtual scientist" capable of designing drug and vaccine candidates, marking a leap forward in biomedical research.

Combination drug therapy increases longevity by 30% in mice

According to a study, a combination of two cancer drugs, rapamycin and trametinib, can increase longevity in mice by 30%.

NHS app launches prescription tracking feature for millions of patients

NHS England has announced that nearly 1,500 high street chemists, including every Boots in England, are now offering live prescription tracking.

Backed by the UN, governments are breaking down antimicrobial resistance

Jacqueline Alvarez, Chief of the Chemicals and Health Branch at the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), explores the importance of holistic, One Health efforts to mitigate the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance.

World’s first low-carbon Trixeo Aerosphere approved by MHRA

Next-generation Trixeo Aerosphere propellant offers a 99.9% reduction in Global Warming Potential compared to current propellant.

Rethinking responsibility: A collaborative approach to medication safety

Most medication errors are preventable with the right conditions. Successful technology implementation requires careful planning, proper training, and a commitment to system-wide improvements, as explained by Stéphane Boulanger, Policy Advisor at the European Patient Safety Foundation (EUPSF).

First significant ischemic stroke therapy advancement since 2002

A new study by the University of Manchester has found that a new clotbusting drug is significantly better at treating ischemic stroke than existing treatments.

UKHSA reports rising resistance to newest antibiotics on NHS

A new study shows some bacteria have already become resistant to one of the latest antibiotics available on the NHS.

World-first UK trial launched for fridge-free vaccine

An innovative fridge-free vaccine will enter its first-in-human clinical trial at the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Southampton Clinical Research Facility.

Over 3 Million children died from AMR-related infections in 2022

A landmark study presented at ESCMID Global 2025 reveals the devastating impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) on children's health. In 2022, over 3 million children worldwide died from antibiotic-resistant infections, highlighting the urgent need for global action.

New drug delivery systems for long lasting treatments with fewer injections

MIT engineers have developed a new drug delivery method that could change long-term treatments with fewer injections and less discomfort.

iDOMO: New AI tool predicts synergistic drug combinations

Researchers at Mount Sinai have developed iDOMO, a powerful AI tool that predicts synergistic drug combinations for complex diseases like cancer.

Nenolizumab has recently been approved for two chronic skin conditions

A new medicine, Nenolizumab, has been approved by the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to treat two skin conditions

Emergency department opioid prescriptions linked to future use and hospitalisations

New research in the Canadian Medical Association Journal links emergency department opioid prescriptions to small increases in future opioid use and hospitalisations, but not death or overdose. The study highlights the need for cautious prescribing, especially in high-risk patients.

New genetic mutation linked to drug resistance in non-small cell lung cancer

A new case report details a novel genetic mutation linked to drug resistance in a non-small cell lung cancer patient. Researchers identified a RUFY1-RET fusion, highlighting the need for advanced genetic testing to guide treatment strategies and combat evolving resistance.

Implementation of antibiotic stewardship in the United States

Sarah Kabbani and Michael Craig from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention discuss the organization’s efforts to implement and support antibiotic stewardship.

Tackling AMR and medicine shortages in the EU

How can the EU’s pharmaceutical legislation help tackle current challenges, including medicine shortages and antimicrobial resistance, across Europe? We put the question to Rainer Becker, Director for Medical Products and Innovation at DG SANTE.

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