Cystic Fibrosis News and Research

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New approach to protein misfolding may lead to novel therapies for a number of diseases

In an encouraging new development, a team led by Scripps Research Institute scientists has restored partial function to lung cells collected from patients with cystic fibrosis. While there is still much work to be done before the therapy can be tested in humans, the discovery opens the door to a new class of therapies for this and a host of other chronic diseases.

7 Dec 2009

Vertex Pharmaceuticals reports underwriters purchase additional stock at 38.50 per share

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated today announced that the underwriters of its public offering have exercised in full their option to purchase an additional 1,500,000 shares of common stock at the public offering price of $38.50 per share.

5 Dec 2009

ISIS-FXIRx and ISIS-SMNRx included in Isis Pharmaceuticals' development pipeline

Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that it has added two new drugs to its development pipeline, ISIS-FXIRx and ISIS-SMNRx.

4 Dec 2009

Positive results from NanoBio's recombinant H5N1 flu antigen-nanoemulsion vaccine combination study

NanoBio Corporation today announced positive results from studies in mice in which immune responses were evaluated following administration of 5µg doses of recombinant H5N1 pandemic flu antigen combined with the company’s novel nanoemulsion vaccine. These studies are unique because the adjuvant was administered for the first time by subcutaneous (SC) and intramuscular (IM) injections.

3 Dec 2009

Medical research experts explore new strategies to speed up treatments for medical disorders

Nearly 600 medical research executives, scientists, policy makers, and funders today convened to explore novel development approaches and innovative funding strategies at the inaugural Partnering for Cures meeting.

3 Dec 2009

Vertex Pharmaceuticals signs agreement to sell common stock shares

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell 11,500,000 shares of its common stock in an underwritten offering at a price to the public of $38.50 per share, which would result in aggregate gross proceeds of $442.8 million.

3 Dec 2009

Genta to supply Ganite for new CF clinical trial

Genta Incorporated announced that the Company will supply Ganite® (gallium nitrate injection) for a new clinical trial that will be initiated in patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) who may develop serious infections.

2 Dec 2009

Innovotech announces financial results for third-quarter 2009

Innovotech Inc. today announced its unaudited financial and operational results for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2009.

25 Nov 2009

CVS/pharmacy and Warner Home Video team up to raise critical funds for cystic fibrosis

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation announced today that CVS/pharmacy and Warner Home Video will partner with the Foundation this holiday season to raise critical funds for cystic fibrosis through the sale of classic family movies.

25 Nov 2009

Therapeutic agents in soy can treat colon cancer, says study

A study conducted by Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland scientists identifies a new class of therapeutic agents found naturally in soy that can prevent and possibly treat colon cancer, the third most deadly form of cancer. Sphingadienes (SDs) are natural lipid molecules found in soy that research shows may be the key to fighting colon cancer.

24 Nov 2009

Scientists use exome sequencing method to discover the cause of mendelian disorder

For the first time, scientists have successfully used a method called exome sequencing to quickly discover a previously unknown gene responsible for a mendelian disorder.

20 Nov 2009

Antioxidant found in vegetables can protect cells from damage caused by infection and injury

Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine discovered that a dietary antioxidant found in such vegetables as broccoli and cauliflower protects cells from damage caused by chemicals generated during the body's inflammatory response to infection and injury. The finding has implications for such inflammation-based disorders as cystic fibrosis (CF), diabetes, heart disease, and neurodegeneration.

17 Nov 2009

Aradigm commences patient dosage in Phase 2 trial of novel inhaled ciprofloxacin formulation

Aradigm Corporation today announced that the first patient was dosed in a 6-month, multicenter, international Phase 2 clinical trial of a novel version of inhaled ciprofloxacin (ARD-3150) in 40 adult patients with non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis.

16 Nov 2009

New updated education course from PARI Respiratory Equipment

Today, PARI Respiratory Equipment launched a newly updated continuing education class, Managing Respiratory Patients Through Efficient Aerosol Delivery, rounding out their free learning program with seven classes for respiratory therapists, nurses, case managers, and pharmacists.

13 Nov 2009

Vertex Pharmaceuticals announces exchange agreement with holders of its 4.75% Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated announced today that holders of its 4.75% Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013 have agreed to exchange approximately $109.0 million in aggregate principal amount of those notes and accrued interest for approximately 4.8 million shares of the Company’s common stock, which is approximately 140,000 shares more than the number of shares into which the notes were convertible under their original terms.

11 Nov 2009

Inspire Pharmaceuticals reports net loss of $8.5 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009

Inspire Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, reporting a net loss of $8.5 million or ($0.12) per common share.

5 Nov 2009

Third quarter 2009 financial results announced by Aradigm

Aradigm Corporation (OTCBB:ARDM) (the “Company”) today announced financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2009 and recent highlights.

5 Nov 2009

Can American ginseng relieve health problems?

With the current outbreak of influenza-like illnesses, many people are trying to boost their immune systems with supplements. Ginseng is often a key ingredient, but its therapeutic use may extend far beyond that. Researchers are now investigating whether ginseng can help relieve health problems ranging from diabetes to depression to erectile dysfunction.

5 Nov 2009

Scientists differentiate human embryonic stem cells into lung epithelial tissue using air-liquid interface

Scientists in Belgium have successfully differentiated human embryonic stem cells (hESC) into major cell types of lung epithelial tissue using a convenient air-liquid interface.

5 Nov 2009

Patient enrollment in three late-stage clinical trials completed

Inspire Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today patient enrollment is complete in three of its late-stage clinical trials.

5 Nov 2009

Cystic Fibrosis News and Research

Latest Cystic Fibrosis News and Research

New approach to protein misfolding may lead to novel therapies for a number of diseases

Vertex Pharmaceuticals reports underwriters purchase additional stock at 38.50 per share

ISIS-FXIRx and ISIS-SMNRx included in Isis Pharmaceuticals' development pipeline

Positive results from NanoBio's recombinant H5N1 flu antigen-nanoemulsion vaccine combination study

Medical research experts explore new strategies to speed up treatments for medical disorders

Vertex Pharmaceuticals signs agreement to sell common stock shares

Genta to supply Ganite for new CF clinical trial

Innovotech announces financial results for third-quarter 2009

CVS/pharmacy and Warner Home Video team up to raise critical funds for cystic fibrosis

Therapeutic agents in soy can treat colon cancer, says study

Scientists use exome sequencing method to discover the cause of mendelian disorder

Antioxidant found in vegetables can protect cells from damage caused by infection and injury

Aradigm commences patient dosage in Phase 2 trial of novel inhaled ciprofloxacin formulation

New updated education course from PARI Respiratory Equipment

Vertex Pharmaceuticals announces exchange agreement with holders of its 4.75% Convertible Senior Subordinated Notes

Inspire Pharmaceuticals reports net loss of $8.5 million for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009

Third quarter 2009 financial results announced by Aradigm

Can American ginseng relieve health problems?

Scientists differentiate human embryonic stem cells into lung epithelial tissue using air-liquid interface

Patient enrollment in three late-stage clinical trials completed

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

Cystic Fibrosis News and Research

Latest Cystic Fibrosis News and Research

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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