Biologics

Manufactured-protein therapeutics: monoclonal antibodies (mAbs); bispecifics & fusion proteins; therapeutic proteins & enzymes; vaccines; and blood & plasma products. Distinct from Cell & Gene Therapy (living cells / genetic material) and from chemically-synthesised small molecules (which stay under Pharmaceuticals).

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Sanofi's Wayrilz wins Japan approval for immune thrombocytopenia

Japan's health ministry has approved rilzabrutinib for persistent or chronic ITP, backed by Phase 3 data showing a 23% durable platelet response versus zero
Japan's health ministry has approved rilzabrutinib for persistent or chronic ITP, backed by Phase 3 data showing a 23% durable platelet response versus zero
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Lilly's $7.8bn Centessa acquisition cleared by English High Court

Eli Lilly's scheme of arrangement to acquire OX2R-focused Centessa Pharmaceuticals has been sanctioned by the High Court, with closing expected on 24 June.
Eli Lilly's scheme of arrangement to acquire OX2R-focused Centessa Pharmaceuticals has been sanctioned by the High Court, with closing expected on 24 June.
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Sanofi wins EU approval for tolebrutinib in progressive MS

The European Commission has approved Cenrifki for non-relapsing secondary progressive MS, making it the first therapy to target disability progression in the indication.
The European Commission has approved Cenrifki for non-relapsing secondary progressive MS, making it the first therapy to target disability progression in the indication.
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Boehringer opens three Phase III trials in lung and NEC cancers

Boehringer Ingelheim has initiated three Phase III trials covering obrixtamig in SCLC and epNEC, and zongertinib in resectable HER2-mutant NSCLC.
Boehringer Ingelheim has initiated three Phase III trials covering obrixtamig in SCLC and epNEC, and zongertinib in resectable HER2-mutant NSCLC.
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MoonLake's sonelokimab hits 67% HiSCR75 at one year in HS

Week 52 VELA data show sonelokimab outperforming competing IL-17 agents in hidradenitis suppurativa, with a BLA filing targeted for late September 2026.
Week 52 VELA data show sonelokimab outperforming competing IL-17 agents in hidradenitis suppurativa, with a BLA filing targeted for late September 2026.
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Medicenna secures new U.S. patents across IL-2, IL-4 and IL-13 platforms

Medicenna Therapeutics has added two issued U.S. patents and one allowed application, reinforcing IP protection around bizaxofusp and its broader Superkine pipeline.
Medicenna Therapeutics has added two issued U.S. patents and one allowed application, reinforcing IP protection around bizaxofusp and its broader Superkine pipeline.
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Essential Pharma names Becki Morison as CEO from July 2026

The Egham-based rare disease pharma company has appointed the former LEO Pharma and Eli Lilly executive to lead its next phase of commercial growth.
The Egham-based rare disease pharma company has appointed the former LEO Pharma and Eli Lilly executive to lead its next phase of commercial growth.
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Regulatory Science

ENA Respiratory secures two US patents for TLR2 agonist COPD programme

USPTO notices of allowance extend INNA-051's potential US exclusivity to at least 2042, covering both composition of matter and rhinovirus-mediated COPD exacerbations.
USPTO notices of allowance extend INNA-051's potential US exclusivity to at least 2042, covering both composition of matter and rhinovirus-mediated COPD exacerbations.
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BioCardia targets Japan PMDA submission for CardiAMP by end of 2026

BioCardia plans to file CardiAMP Cell Therapy for approval in Japan by Q4 2026, targeting an initial patient subgroup of 20,000 ischemic heart failure
BioCardia plans to file CardiAMP Cell Therapy for approval in Japan by Q4 2026, targeting an initial patient subgroup of 20,000 ischemic heart failure
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CTD-ILD pipeline heats up as physicians seek disease modification

A Spherix Global Insights survey of 107 US specialists finds only 15% of CTD-ILD patients achieve drug-free remission, driving pipeline interest.
A Spherix Global Insights survey of 107 US specialists finds only 15% of CTD-ILD patients achieve drug-free remission, driving pipeline interest.
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Regulatory Science

Sanofi wins Japan approval for Sarclisa subcutaneous formulation

Japan's MHLW has approved isatuximab SC across multiple myeloma indications, with an on-body injector application still under regulatory review.
Japan's MHLW has approved isatuximab SC across multiple myeloma indications, with an on-body injector application still under regulatory review.
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MAIA Biotechnology opens third US site for ateganosine Phase 2 trial

Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University joins THIO-101, evaluating ateganosine as a third-line NSCLC therapy in checkpoint-inhibitor-resistant patients.
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University joins THIO-101, evaluating ateganosine as a third-line NSCLC therapy in checkpoint-inhibitor-resistant patients.
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Kither Biotech completes Phase 1 of inhaled peptide KIT2014 in COPD

The Turin-based biotech reported KIT2014 was safe and well tolerated at all doses, with no detectable systemic exposure, in 56 healthy participants.
The Turin-based biotech reported KIT2014 was safe and well tolerated at all doses, with no detectable systemic exposure, in 56 healthy participants.
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Genomics

Prime Medicine clears NZ hurdle for first in vivo Prime Editing trial

Medsafe has cleared PM577a for a Phase 1/2 study in Wilson Disease, marking Prime Medicine's first clinical authorisation for an in vivo Prime
Medsafe has cleared PM577a for a Phase 1/2 study in Wilson Disease, marking Prime Medicine's first clinical authorisation for an in vivo Prime
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Memo Therapeutics presents full Phase II potravitug data at ATC 2026

Complete SAFE KIDNEY II results show potravitug cut BKPyV viral loads and nephropathy rates in kidney transplant recipients with no treatment-related serious adverse
Complete SAFE KIDNEY II results show potravitug cut BKPyV viral loads and nephropathy rates in kidney transplant recipients with no treatment-related serious adverse
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Memento Medicines raises $93m Series A for retinal bispecific

The newly launched Boston biotech licensed MMT-205, a Tie2-agonist and VEGF-inhibitor bispecific antibody, from MabTics and Curacle, with clinical trials targeted for
The newly launched Boston biotech licensed MMT-205, a Tie2-agonist and VEGF-inhibitor bispecific antibody, from MabTics and Curacle, with clinical trials targeted for
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IMF ASCENT trial shows 82% five-year PFS in smouldering myeloma

Phase 2 ASCENT data presented at EHA 2026 showed 97% overall response and 85% MRD negativity in high-risk smouldering myeloma patients.
Phase 2 ASCENT data presented at EHA 2026 showed 97% overall response and 85% MRD negativity in high-risk smouldering myeloma patients.
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Regulatory Science

Denali Therapeutics sells rare paediatric PRV for $195m

Denali will use the proceeds to accelerate its TransportVehicle pipeline across lysosomal storage disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.
Denali will use the proceeds to accelerate its TransportVehicle pipeline across lysosomal storage disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.
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Connect Biopharma fills Phase 2 asthma study of rademikibart

The San Diego biotech completed enrolment of 160 participants in its Seabreeze STAT asthma trial, with topline data expected in early September 2026.
The San Diego biotech completed enrolment of 160 participants in its Seabreeze STAT asthma trial, with topline data expected in early September 2026.
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Roche files sBLA for Lunsumio-Polivy combo in relapsed LBCL

The FDA has accepted Roche's supplemental BLA for mosunetuzumab plus polatuzumab vedotin in relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma, with a decision expected
The FDA has accepted Roche's supplemental BLA for mosunetuzumab plus polatuzumab vedotin in relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma, with a decision expected
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