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The Current Landscape of the Science of Patient Input
In the last decade, FasterCures and many stakeholders across the biomedical research ecosystem have
driven initiatives to ensure that patients’ perspectives and input are appropriately represented across the product-development continuum and post-approv
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Increasing Diversity in Clinical Trials to Reduce Health Disparities
In an incredibly diverse world, health inequities and resulting disparities continue to stand out as
a persistent yet addressable challenge.,
There are things we can and must collectively do as an industry to build a more inclusive future for clinical research.
, It is not enough just to increase diversity.
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Boosting Research Is the Best Investment We Can Make
In April 2022, Congress passed an annual spending package that makes critical investments in researc
h.,
Now is the time to encourage more funding for basic research to provide the best investments for future technology.
, When the 118th Congress convenes in January, US lawmakers must seize on the momentum of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 and double down on science and innovation. Pennies pinched now could cost us trillions later.
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Promoting Progress through Partnerships for Rare Diseases
When we are children our parents emphasize the importance of sharing, playing nice with others, and
making friends.,
If we want to solve the most difficult puzzles and break through barriers, we must construct a community of collaborators.
, Creating Community
The first and most critical step toward progress is an outstretched hand. If we don’t wish to be wandering the forest alone, we must be willing to invite others on our journey.
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Innovation in Biotech: Our Most Powerful Weapon in the War Against Viruses
“The single biggest threat to man’s continued dominance on the planet is the virus.”—Joshua Lederber
g, renowned molecular biologist and Nobel Laureate,
Innovation will continue to provide new and more effective ways to fight our evolving enemy.
, One example is Orna Therapeutics, a company developing the next generation of RNA technology: circular RNA. Circular RNA technology was originally invented at MIT and has immense potential to address key limitations of mRNA.
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Gene Therapies: The Next Frontier in Patient-Focused Drug Development
A biological revolution is underway. Gene therapies, which attempt to treat or cure diseases through
the modification or manipulation of gene expression, are becoming a clinical reality, holding incredible promise for millions of patients.,
Stakeholders must be proactive to effectively incorporate patient goals and perspectives throughout the gene therapy development process.
, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is dedicated to ensuring that people with cystic fibrosis (CF) have the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives, with the ultimate goal of curing CF.
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November 18 at 11:15 am UAE Standard Time | Meeting the Need for Equitable and Inclusive Biomedical Research Around the Globe
Over the last decade, medical research has allowed a remarkable pivot towards precision medicine w
here clinicians are increasingly able to leverage information from individuals such as a genetic profile to diagnose and classify disease, optimize treatme
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Research Roadmaps: A Case Study in Charting a Path Forward to Accelerate Breakthrough Cures
Setting specific objectives and establishing strategies geared toward progressing treatments and c
ures is a critical, yet sometimes difficult, task for patient organizations.
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