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Chemical hack turns platelets into drug couriers

2 June 2025 | By

Researchers at the University of Illinois have achieved the first successful metabolic labelling of platelets, a key step toward using them in targeted drug delivery. The technique could enable short-lived, precision therapies for cancer, immune conditions, and clotting disorders.

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Strategic planning in ADC development: insights from Lonza

2 June 2025 | By

Preclinical and clinical development are critical to the success of ADCs, where early strategic decisions regarding manufacturability and scalability can make or break a project. Iwan Bertholjotti of Lonza emphasises the importance of proactive planning to avoid costly delays and ensure smooth progress towards clinical success.

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New fixed-duration therapy could reshape CLL care

28 May 2025 | By

Advancements in chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) treatment, like the AMPLIFY Phase III trial combining acalabrutinib and venetoclax, offer less toxic and more effective options. Learn from AstraZeneca’s Benjamin Moutier about how this breakthrough highlights the potential of targeted therapies to improve outcomes and reduce treatment burden, marking a key moment…