Merck is set to acquire Terns Pharmaceuticals in a $6.7 billion deal aimed at expanding its oncology pipeline, including…
Michela Luciano, PhD
Michela Luciano is a Science Writer at BioNews. Originally from the picturesque mountain town of L’Aquila, Italy, Michela holds a PhD in Molecular Biology from the University of Salzburg, where her research focused on the role of inflammation in acute myeloid leukemia. With a deep passion for scientific communication, Michela transitioned into her first role as Scientific Writer in 2022. Outside of work, Michela enjoys street Photography, mountain hikes, running, and spending as much time as possible outdoors.
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Articles by Michela Luciano, PhD
Myosin Therapeutics has been awarded $2 million in funding to support a Phase 1/2 clinical trial testing its lead…
GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER
Overt forms advisory board to guide ovarian cancer therapy push
Overt Bio said it established a clinical advisory board to support the development of OVT-101, its lead investigational CAR…
GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER
Prostate cancer tool may cut risk for women in radiation therapy
A long-lasting gel used to help protect the bowel during radiation therapy for prostate cancer may be successfully used in…
Olverembatinib (HQP1351), used in combination with low-intensity chemotherapy, has shown encouraging therapeutic potential — along with a favorable safety profile…
Komzifti (ziftomenib), a once-daily oral therapy approved for certain people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), is now included in the…
GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER
Prolactin-raising antipsychotics may increase gynecological cancer risk
Women prescribed antipsychotics that raise the levels of prolactin, a hormone that stimulates milk production and regulates reproductive hormones,…
PANCREATIC CANCER
New blood test detects multiple cancers at early stages
A new blood test capable of detecting multiple cancers at earlier, more treatable stages is now available in the U.S.
Linvoseltamab, now branded as Lynozyfic, has received accelerated approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treating adults…
The first patient has been dosed in a Phase 1 clinical trial evaluating the safety and early efficacy of STX-0712…