cell and gene therapies
Coverage of cell and gene therapies in the Nexus archive.
- When 10,000 doctors stood up and cheered for a cancer drug — America’s innovation machine made it possible
A cancer drug, daraxonrasib, developed by Revolution Medicine, nearly doubled survival rates for pancreatic cancer, sparking a standing ovation at a conference. The article highlights the U.S. innovation model, the 'Innovation Treadmill,' which balances high drug prices with rapid generic substitution to sustain medical breakthroughs. It contrasts U.S. drug access with European delays and discusses trends like genetic advancements and AI in biotech.
- Centre amends Drugs Rules, 1945 to ensure uniform regulation of advance cell and gene therapies
The Centre has amended the Drugs Rules, 1945 to establish uniform regulation for advanced cell and gene therapies, including stem cell-based regenerative treatments and CAR-T cell therapies. These therapies are increasingly used to treat blood cancers like leukemias and lymphomas, and the amendment aims to strengthen regulatory oversight of emerging medical technologies.