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Start Date: 2025-05-11
End Date: 2025-05-19

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PharmAla Biotech Launches Phenesafe AI Drug Discovery Platform Targeting Phenethylamines

PharmAla Biotech has introduced its Phenesafe AI Drug Discovery Platform, designed specifically to facilitate the development of novel phenethylamines. The platform integrates artificial intelligence to identify and optimize phenethylamine-based compounds, aiming to advance the early phases of pre-clinical development.

Sources: Canadian News Outlet: www.thestar.com

BioNxt Reports Centralized Munich Laboratory, Expanding R&D and Commercialization Capability

BioNxt announced the opening of a centralized laboratory in Munich, with a focus on European expansion in both research and commercialization. The facility is anticipated to streamline R&D operations for the company while serving as a central hub for technology transfer. The move targets scalable product development pipelines, particularly within biologics and pharmaceutical formulations.

Sources: Canadian News Outlet: www.theglobeandmail.com

Acquired Hemophilia A Pipeline Sees Clinical Progress, Regulatory Advancement

The acquired hemophilia A treatment landscape has seen progress in clinical trials and regulatory review, with updates encompassing products from Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, and Pfizer, among others. Recent assessments report ongoing registration studies, mechanism of action investigations, and approvals in select markets. Insights provided by trial tracking note method of administration developments and risk-benefit assessments across first- and second-generation products.

Sources: Canadian News Outlet: www.theglobeandmail.com

Iovance Biotherapeutics Reports Inducement Grants under Nasdaq Rule 5635(c)(4)

Iovance Biotherapeutics has issued stock option inducement grants to new employees in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The company disclosed grant details—including share amounts and exercise pricing—in a move designed to support future recruitment in its biotherapeutics pipeline. These grants will not require shareholder approval as they were issued outside of the company’s equity incentive plan.

Sources: Canadian News Outlet: www.theglobeandmail.com

Quantum BioPharma to Participate in Sidoti Micro-Cap and AGP Virtual Healthcare Conferences

Quantum BioPharma confirmed attendance at both the Sidoti Micro-Cap Investor Conference and the AGP Virtual Healthcare Conference, with an agenda focused on presenting business developments and clinical pipeline updates.

Sources: Canadian News Outlet: www.theglobeandmail.com

PharmAla Biotech's AI Drug Discovery Launch Featured in Multiple National Outlets

Financial Post and GlobeNewswire reported further details on PharmAla Biotech’s Phenesafe platform, highlighting expanded compound class focus and the integration of recent acquisition assets.

Sources: Canadian News Outlet: financialpost.com

Additional Coverage: PharmAla Biotech's Platform Targeted at Phenethylamine Pipeline

Regional reporting noted PharmAla’s emphasis on novel compound screening, contributing to broader biotech pipeline diversification efforts.

Sources: Canadian News Outlet: www.theglobeandmail.com

Public Officials' Social Media

MP Arnold Viersen announced on Twitter that he will refile questions in Parliament concerning federal investments into a cricket protein firm now in receivership, referencing prior inquiries made before prorogation.

Sources: Social Media: x.com