Results for 'EMA'
Comparative study on anticancer drug access times between FDA, EMA and the French temporary authorisation for use program over 13 years
Innovation, Expanded access, Early drug access, Cancer, FDA, EMA
Cancer incidence is increasing globally, and while medical innovation significantly impacts patient survival, the drug development process is lengthy, often exceeding 10 years for marketing authorization (MA). France has implemented the ATU (Temporary Authorization for Use) program to facil…
Apr 7th • 12 mins read
Assessment of Food and Drug Administration- and European Medicines Agency-Approved Systemic Oncology Therapies and Clinically Meaningful Improvements in Quality of Life: A Systematic Review
ESMO, MCBS, FDA, ASCO-VF, EMA, QOL
Recent oncology therapies approved by the FDA and EMA often lack evidence of clinically meaningful improvements in quality of life (QOL). Only 40% of FDA-approved and 58% of EMA-approved oncology therapies had published QOL evidence. Clinically meaningful QOL improvements beyond minimal dif…
Feb 11th • 4 mins read
Access to Novel Drugs for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer in Central and Southeastern Europe: A Central European Cooperative Oncology Group Analysis
Health Outcomes and Economics of Cancer Care, Lung Cancer, NSCLC, EMA
Treatment for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) has significantly improved with the introduction of targeted and immune-oncologic drugs. Despite rapid development and European Medicinal Agency (EMA) registration, these novel drugs are not easily accessible in Central and Eastern European (CEE) c…
Nov 24th • 10 mins read
EHA evaluation of the ESMO-Magnitude of Clinical Benefit Scale version 1.1 (ESMO-MCBS v1.1) for hematological malignancies
ESMO, hematological malignancies, Clinical benefit scale, EHA
The ESMO-MCBS v1.1 has not been previously validated for haematological malignancies, but it is being explored to avoid duplication of efforts. A feasibility test was conducted using 80 studies related to various haematological malignancies such as acute and chronic leukaemia, lymphoma, myel…
Jan 20th • 20 mins read
Overall Survival Benefits of Cancer Drugs Approved in China From 2005 to 2020
cancer drug therapy, overall survival, FDA approvals, surrogate endpoints, EMA approvals, quality of life
The study evaluates the overall survival (OS) benefit of cancer drugs approved in China between 2005 and 2020. Out of 141 cancer drug indications approved, 68 showed a documented overall survival benefit, while 34 did not prolong life. Recent regulatory reforms in China aim to improve the availa…
Aug 10th • 30 mins read
Off-label despite high-level evidence: a clinical practice review of commonly used off-patent cancer medicines
off-label, ESMO-MCBS, EMA, cancer, ESMO Clinical Practice Guidelines
Several 'old' cancer medicines remain off-label despite strong scientific evidence supporting their use in specific settings. Off-label prescriptions often carry administrative and legal burdens for physicians, affecting workflows and potentially patient access to safe and effective therapies. R…
Nov 14th • 21 mins read
Evaluation of Trials Comparing Single-Enantiomer Drugs to Their Racemic Precursors: A Systematic Review
single-enantiomer racemic drug pairs, single-enantiomer, FDA, RCTs, generic drugs
Chiral Switching: A strategy where drug manufacturers develop a single-enantiomer formulation from a racemic one to extend market exclusivity, often without proving enhanced efficacy or safety. Objective: To evaluate randomized clinical trials (RCTs) comparing FDA-approved single-enantiomer drugs…
May 6th • 18 mins read
New Book Unites Oncology’s Brightest Minds To Innovate Cancer Cures
Voices of Oncology, Cancer cures, Oncology Voice Network, Kirk V. Shepard, Ramin Farhood, Forbes Books, Cancer treatment innovation, Oncology collaboration, Patient engagement in oncology, Precision medicine cancer
Voices of Oncology: Fostering a Collaborative Community of Experts to Accelerate Cancer Cures is a book by Kirk V. Shepard, M.D., and Ramin Farhood, PharmD, M.B.A., featuring insights from 33 contributors in the oncology field. It is available on platforms like Amazon and Barne…
Sep 9th • 5 mins read
12 Interview Techniques to Help Land Your Next Job
interview preparation, job interview tips, business etiquette, salary negotiation, follow-up after interview
Your next career move could very well be one interview away. Be sure to take every measure to prepare yourself and make the most of the opportunity. According to a recent Simply Hired survey of over 850 Managers, an overwhelming 89% said that “showing lack of preparation” will affect the…
May 12th • 1 min read
Job Search Checklist for Aspiring Medical Science Liaisons
Medical Science Liaison, MSL role, MSL career tips, Pharmaceutical industry jobs, Break into MSL career
Tips to Help Break into Your First MSL Role The Medical Science Liaison (MSL) role, has become one of the most sought-after career paths in the Pharmaceutical and Biotech industry. What does it take to land a role as a Medical Science Liaison? As an MSL Recruiter, this is a question that I am…
May 17th • 2 mins read
MSL Retention – What Matters Most
digital marketing, search engine optimization, keyword analysis, content strategy, online visibility
As the Medical Science Liaison job market continues to become more and more competitive, attrition rates continue to increase as a result. One of the most common questions I receive from MSL Directors and Medical Affairs leaders is, “What can we do to keep our MSLs loyal and motivated?” …
Mar 15th • 2 mins read
MSL Hiring and Recruitment: 5 Ways to Support Diversity and Inclusion
Medical Science Liaison hiring, diversity and inclusion recruitment, diverse interview panel, employee referral program, diversity sourcing strategies
While the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on many industries, Medical Science Liaison hiring was steady throughout 2020 and continues to remain strong in 2021. The one change in hiring that has become evident is the increase in recruitment practices that support diversity and inclusion. While we may…
May 19th • 2 mins read
How to Prepare for a Virtual or Video Interview
virtual interview tips, video interview preparation, mastering virtual communication, professional video interview setup, successful online interview
As we are quickly becoming thrust into the age of “virtual” meetings and video interviews, job seekers and industry professionals need to be completely prepared to master this new paradigm of interpersonal communication. Here are some important tips for acing your next video interview: …
Mar 19th • 1 min read
6 Tips to Ace Your Next MSL Interview!
digital marketing, content optimization, search engine ranking, keyword research, on-page SEO
As a Medical Affairs-focused recruitment firm, we see MSL interview "wins" and slip-ups on a daily basis. From our experience working with candidates across all therapeutic areas and across the entire United States, I've noticed a few trends that might help you get that next interview "win" under yo…
Sep 28th • 1 min read
MSL People Skills: Top 10 Tips for Better Engagement
Medical Science Liaison, relationship building, business etiquette, social awareness, emotional intelligence, professional interactions, Dale Carnegie, How to Win Friends and Influence People, professional brand, engagement tips, digital communication
The cornerstone of the Medical Science Liaison role is RELATIONSHIP BUILDING. In a nutshell, better engagement equates to better relationships. The purpose of this article is to address the importance of proper business etiquette and the impact of social awareness and emotional intelligence as it re…
Apr 20th • 8 mins read
Positioning Yourself to Become an MSL in 2022
MSL role, clinical background, academic background, research background, industry, MSL Society, conference, scientific expert, therapeutic expertise, pharma companies
After attending the MSL Society’s 9th annual conference in Vegas Last week, I have taken some time to reflect on inquiries our team received about how to effectively step into the MSL role from a clinical, academic, or research background. Industry is a tough nut to crack, but it is absolutely…
Dec 21st • 10 mins read
Transforming oncology: Five frontiers driving progress in cancer care
From biomarker-driven breakthroughs to AI-powered early detection and a renewed commitment to equity and patient centricity, the past 12 months have seen major strides across cancer research, treatment, and communication. At Inizio, we’ve had a front-row seat to this transformation, supporting…
May 16th • 5 mins read
Revamping the ever-changing landscape of drug development processes in the midst of COVID-19 pandemic
Oncology drug class, Cancer indication, Molecularly targeted, Drug Development
Oncology is the front-line of drug development. The current pharmaceutical pipeline is disproportional focused on oncology, where about 1/3 of all phases of development is in this therapeutic area. The emphasis brings about substantial breakthroughs and has made positive impact on the quality of lif…
Apr 29th • 2 mins read
Advances in basic research in oncology in 2020: Bridging basic science and clinical care
advances, research, oncology, PCAWG, 2020
Cancer research is advancing with an understanding of the disease at the genetic level, facilitated by massive parallel sequencing. The pan-cancer analysis of the whole genome (PCAWG) in 2020 documented genomic changes across 38 cancer types, involving 2658 cancer genomes. An average of four to …
Mar 24th • 1 min read
Does biomarker use in oncology improve clinical trial failure risk? A large-scale analysis
biomarker, clinical trial, failure, analysis, NSCLC, oncology
Data from clinical trials across four oncology indications (breast cancer, NSCLC, melanoma, and colorectal cancer) from 1998 to 2017 were analyzed to assess drug approval likelihood based on biomarker status. Using multi-state Markov models, which describe stochastic processes, the study…
Feb 23rd • 8 mins read