Andrew McConaghie
Senior Writer
Andrew writes on a range of topics across biopharma sector R&D and commercial issues, from new biotech start-ups to COVID-19 vaccines and new cancer, cell and gene therapies.
Latest From Andrew McConaghie
Investor Faith In David Hung’s Nuvation Renewed By Anheart Buyout
The acquisition brings two potential best-in-class cancer therapies, which could make Nuvation a commercial company as soon as 2025.
Vertex Joins Regulus In Kidney Disease Therapy Hunt
The Boston, MA biotech is about to enter the clinic with its autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease candidate but microRNA therapy pioneer Regulus is already setting the pace.
Stoke’s Persistence Pays Off With Dravet Syndrome Therapy
Results showing a 74% reduction in seizures set up Stoke for a pivotal study and could make STK-001 the first disease-modifying agent for the condition.
Could Cash-Strapped Idorsia Really Go It Alone With Newly Approved Tryvio?
CEO Jean-Paul Clozel insists Idorsia could launch the first-in-class hypertension drug alone, but analysts think a deal will be done soon – with the only question being for how much.
Bayer’s New Pharma Leader To Spearhead Growth From US
The troubled conglomerate is accelerating its moves to streamline its business, with the creation of a more customer- and US-focused pharma division.
Merus Gains Momentum Ahead Of Keytruda Combination Results
Results in head and neck cancer for its lead bispecific antibody are expected at ASCO, with signs the FDA could accept an accelerated approval application based only on overall response rate data.