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Insilico Medicine Advances AI-Discovered IPF Drug Rentosertib into Phase III Clinical Trial

Rentosertib, formerly known as ISM001-055/INS018_055, is a potentially first-in-class oral small-molecule inhibitor targeting TNIK (TRAF2 and NCK-interacting kinase) for the treatment of IPF, a progressive and irreversible lung disease with limited treatment options.

Global Pharma | 08/07/2026 | By Abha

Vertex to Acquire Crinetics Pharmaceuticals for USD 10 Billion

Under the terms of the agreement, Vertex will acquire all outstanding shares of Crinetics for USD 85 per share in cash, representing a net transaction value of approximately USD 8.8 billion after accounting for estimated cash acquired.

Global Pharma | 08/07/2026 | By Abha

Ascletis Submits 2 IND Applications to the US FDA for the Treatment of Obesity

Ascletis has submitted two IND applications to the US FDA for once-monthly obesity therapies, including ASC36_35, a first-in-class triple-target candidate acting on amylin receptor, GLP-1R and GIPR.

Global Pharma | 06/07/2026 | By Akanki

Newron Provides Update Following Type A Meeting with the US FDA

Newron has provided an update following its Type A meeting with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), outlining the steps required to resume US enrollment in the phase 3 ENIGMA-TRS 2 schizophrenia study.

Global Pharma | 04/07/2026 | By News Bureau

Lilly Completes Acquisition of Centessa to Advance Sleep Disorder Therapies

Lilly expands its neuroscience portfolio with the acquisition of Centessa Pharmaceuticals to accelerate treatments for narcolepsy and related sleep disorders.

Global Pharma | 26/06/2026 | By News Bureau

Biocon Expands Diabetes Care in Malaysia as Duopharma Wins Insulin Tenders

Biocon strengthens diabetes care in Malaysia as Duopharma Biotech secures insulin tenders worth over MYR 225 million for human insulin, insulin glargine, and insulin aspart.

Global Pharma | 26/06/2026 | By News Bureau

Aurobindo Pharma USA Receives FTC Approval to Acquire Lannett Company

Aurobindo Pharma USA receives FTC approval to acquire Lannett Company in a USD 250 million deal. The transaction is expected to close before the end of June 2026.

Global Pharma | 22/06/2026 | By News Bureau

Biogen to Acquire RayThera in Deal Worth Up to USD 1 Billion to Strengthen Immunology Pipeline

Biogen has agreed to acquire immunology-focused biotech firm RayThera in a deal worth up to USD 1 billion, gaining a portfolio of anti-inflammatory drug candidates and strengthening its pipeline for immune-mediated diseases.

Global Pharma | 20/06/2026 | By News Bureau |  113

Chiesi Presents New Metreleptin Data and Patient Care Insights at ENDO 2026

Chiesi Global Rare Diseases presented five new studies at ENDO 2026, highlighting advances in metreleptin therapy for lipodystrophy, potential combination treatments, and the urgent need to address mental health challenges and care gaps among patients with the rare disorder.

Global Pharma | 20/06/2026 | By News Bureau

Ono Pharma Seeks Expanded OPDIVO Use for Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer in Japan

Ono Pharma seeks expanded approval for OPDIVO in Japan for unresectable anaplastic thyroid cancer after a trial with Lenvima met its primary endpoint.

Global Pharma | 12/06/2026 | By News Bureau