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Company profile: NeoImmuneTech

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Amplifying and reinvigorating persistent T cell immunity has become a much-needed path to enhance anti-tumor efficacy. T cells are known to mediate anti-tumor immune responses. For that reason, they have become the key target of immune checkpoint therapies, like PD-(L)1 agents. Creation: Jan. Areas of expertise: Immuno-Oncology.

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Advancing cell therapies – ?? T cells and the combination factor

European Pharmaceutical Review

Our work is establishing whether it is possible to use allogeneic innate immune cells from a healthy donor to support the immune system of a person with cancer in combatting the condition. T cells are the first line of defence in the immune system to eradicate diseases. such as a chimeric antigen receptor (CAR). In response, ??

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Microbiome therapies: a maturing movement

European Pharmaceutical Review

How do you envision microbiome therapies complementing existing cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy? About the interviewees Hervé Affagard is the CEO and co-founder of MaaT Pharma, which was established in late 2014. Trials of faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) have demonstrated proof-of-concept in UC.

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Country focus: China & APAC’s growing medical needs bring opportunities and challenges

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“If we work closely with government stakeholders and possibly collaborate on developing innovative access schemes for rare diseases, cancers, immune and inflammatory disorders, we can encourage greater participation by established biopharmas and stimulate the growth of entrepreneurial local companies in the region.”. million in 2030.

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10 benefits of acidophilus probiotics

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Or perhaps a friend has recommended it as an immunity booster for fighting the cold or flu. Supports immune health What do the experts say about lactobacillus acidophilus warding off ailments like the common cold and seasonal flu ? “L. acidophilus has been shown to boost the immune system,” says Dr. Pepin.

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AstraZeneca acquires TeneoTwo in $1.3bn deal to broaden haematology portfolio

Pharmaceutical Technology

Moreover, a deeper understanding of immune evasion by cancer cells may provide novel sensitization strategies to further enhance the clinical response of BiTEs. . The confirmatory Phase III TOWER trial demonstrated superior overall survival in R/R B-ALL patients with Blincyto versus conventional chemotherapy (7.7 months vs. 4.0

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OTC antiemetic medications: Relief for nausea and vomiting

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Antihistamines work by blocking the effects of histamine , a chemical released by your body’s immune system. Antiemetics may also reduce radiation-associated or chemotherapy-induced nausea resulting from cancer treatment. Antihistamines When you think about antihistamines , allergy medications may come to mind.

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