Tag: genomics
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Synthetic Antibodies Shown to Control Blood Glucose
A company creating biologics derived from synthetic DNA and genes discovered antibodies that control blood glucose levels in lab animals.
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Engineered Macrophage Cells Tested in Cancer Trial
A clinical trial is underway testing immune system cells called macrophages, with added cancer-killing proteins, as a treatment for solid tumor cancers.
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FDA Clears Covid-19 Nasal Spray/Drops Vaccine Trial
A company developing vaccines delivered through the nose received FDA clearance to begin a clinical trial of its vaccine protecting against Covid-19 infections.
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DNA Storage Company Gains $24M in New Funds
A maker of high-density chip devices storing data with nucleic acids similar to DNA is raising $24 million in its second venture financing round.
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Biotech Manufacturer Gains $525M in New Funds
A company providing specialized lab and manufacturing services for cell and gene therapy developers is raising $525 million in its third venture funding round.
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Infographic – Steady Growth for mRNA Trials
The pandemic has demonstrated messenger RNA’s recognized potential for vaccines and treatments that induce an immune response.
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New Covid-19 mRNA Vaccine Trial Begins
A clinical trial is underway testing a new Covid-19 vaccine based on messenger RNA, developed by biotech company Translate Bio and drug maker Sanofi.
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Trial Tests Microbiome Effect on Covid-19 Vaccines
A clinical trial is underway assessing the impact of gut microbes on immune responses generated by vaccines protecting against Covid-19 disease.
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In-Body Gene Editing Tested as Sickle Cell Treatment
Tests with lab mice show the feasibility of editing genes in blood-forming stem cells in bone marrow as a potential treatment for sickle cell disease.
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Microbe Therapy Maker Expands, Adds Venture Funds
A company providing manufacturing services for microbiome drug developers is expanding its facilities, with an infusion of new venture funds.