Podcasts about adcs

How have antibody trends changed over the decades? Janice Reichert, Ph.D., founder and editor-in-chief of mAbs, joins host Paul Carter, Ph.D., to discuss the evolution of monoclonal antibody therapeutics and their experiences with shaping—and documenting—the field. Their conversation covers the advances that have transformed the industry, evolving success rates for antibody therapeutics, and the growing sophistication of multispecific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and more. Plus, they discuss both AI and China's emergence as major forces in antibody development. Links from this episode:  Genentech mAbs 

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we're diving into some of the latest scientific advancements, regulatory milestones, and strategic business maneuvers shaping the industry. One of the standout developments comes from Otsuka with their drug Voyxact, which has shown promising results in stabilizing kidney function decline in patients with immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN). In a Phase 3 trial, patients exhibited kidney function comparable to that of healthy adults. IgAN is a challenging autoimmune condition often leading to end-stage renal disease. This advancement, leveraging a monoclonal antibody to target specific pathways, could mark a new era in managing this chronic kidney disease. In oncology, Jiangsu Alphamab Biopharmaceuticals has been making waves through strategic collaborations, securing deals worth $125 million upfront and potential milestone payments reaching over $2 billion. Their focus on developing antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) using AI and machine learning underscores the promise of precision oncology. ADCs marry the targeting precision of antibodies with potent anti-cancer drugs, highlighting robust investment and confidence in these cutting-edge therapies. Merck & Co. continues to expand its financial outlook, driven by the success of its flagship drugs like Keytruda. This monoclonal antibody remains pivotal in cancer immunotherapy, while drugs like Winrevair and Lipfendra are broadening Merck's reach into cardiovascular health. This growth trajectory reflects a strategic push toward diversifying product lines and leveraging breakthrough therapies to maintain strong financial performance. Additionally, Merck's $10.8 billion acquisition of Prometheus Biosciences aims to expand their therapeutic portfolio with targeted biologics. Although mid-stage trials showed mixed results for their anti-TL1A antibody therapy, such acquisitions are pivotal in addressing unmet medical needs. On the regulatory side, Sanofi's MenQuadfi vaccine has achieved EU approval for use in infants as young as six weeks. This approval enhances preventive measures against invasive meningococcal disease in vulnerable populations, representing a significant public health advancement. In research methodologies, Sethera Therapeutics' collaboration with Receptor.AI is notable. By integrating AI-driven platforms for polymacrocyclic peptide discovery aimed at hard-to-drug targets, they're paving the way for overcoming traditional drug discovery challenges through computational tools. However, not all news is about progress. Jazz Pharmaceuticals faced a setback by withdrawing its label indication for Zepzelca after failing Phase 3 trials for small-cell lung cancer. This underscores the inherent risks in clinical development pathways. From a financial standpoint, BioNTech has adjusted its 2025 sales forecast downward due to waning global demand for COVID-19 vaccines—a reflection of the volatile vaccine markets post-pandemic peaks. Meanwhile, Pfizer's discontinuation of its Phase 2 GIPR antagonist for obesity illustrates strategic pivots within R&D pipelines as companies reassess priorities based on trial outcomes and market potential. Recent corporate strategies include Pfizer's ambitious cost-saving plan totaling $9.7 billion through 2029. Amid economic pressures and patent expirations looming on key products like Eliquis, Pfizer is optimizing operations to stay competitive. Speculation around a possible merger between Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) and AstraZeneca has stirred interest. With both facing patent cliffs, this merger could rejuvenate portfolios—though the strategic benefits for AstraZeneca are still debated. On the technological front, advancements in cellular therapies promise to revolutionize medicine production at the cellular level, potentially enhancing patient outcomes through more personalized treatments. The regulatory landscape is also evolving. There's a growing call for streamlining Investigational New Drug applications under the FDA's Trialblazer initiative—crucial for accelerating clinical trials and bringing innovative therapies to market swiftly. Finally, initiatives such as Boston Scientific's restructuring efforts highlight challenges within the medical device sector as companies adapt to shifting market dynamics. Overall, these developments underscore an industry in motion where innovation and adaptation are key to navigating complex landscapes and advancing patient care globally. As we look ahead, these trends will likely continue shaping the future of pharmaceuticals and biotech in profound ways.Support the show

Highlights from the PER® CME activity "From Trials to the Clinic ‒ Incorporating New Advances in Metastatic TNBC" — this podcast is not certified for credit. To participate in the full accredited activity and earn CME credit, use the link below.In this podcast, experts William Gradishar, MD, FASCO, FACP; and Kamel Abou Hussein, MD; discuss optimizing first-line treatment selection in metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) with emerging antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and biomarker-guided strategies.Earn CME credit by completing the full accredited activity (available through July 31, 2027): https://www.gotoper.com/courses/from-trials-to-the-clinic-incorporating-new-advances-in-metastatic-tnbcThis podcast, including the narration, was developed by PER® (Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC) editorial staff from the full online CME activity developed with these faculty. The narration was voiced by a PER staff member or by an AI tool. The podcast contains no product advertising. The full activity is supported by an educational grant from Gilead Sciences, Inc.This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for the independent clinical judgment of a health care professional. Faculty may discuss investigational or off-label uses; consult prescribing information for any products discussed.

Featuring an interview with Dr Ramez Eskander, including the following topics: Overview of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and their role in the management of gynecologic cancers; considerations in sequencing (0:00) Choosing between FRɑ- and HER2-directed ADCs for dually eligible patients; role of antigenic target in predicting efficacy benefit of ADCs (7:53) Comparative efficacy and safety of ADCs and conventional chemotherapy (12:58) Current and investigational targets of ADCs in gynecologic cancers (17:14) Current research surrounding raludotatug deruxtecan (R-DXd) and its potential role in clinical practice (21:56) Safety and tolerability profiles of ADCs, including R-DXd, and potential mitigation strategies (27:36) Overview of available TROP2-directed ADCs for gynecologic cancers, including key clinical data (33:34) Evolving use of TROP2-directed ADCs for gynecologic cancers in clinical trials (39:05) Oral mucositis/stomatitis associated with TROP2-directed ADCs and potential mitigation strategies (44:38) CME information and select publications

Hey friends! Today's episode comes to you from a parking lot in the rain, with a mint hot cocoa in hand and your host absolutely dragging his butt (D-R-A-G-G-I-N-G, not D-R-A-G-O-N – I've never seen a dragon's butt and can't speak to how mine compares). I've had a bunch of internals back to back lately and I'm basically a drooling dog who found a frisbee and refuses to put it down. Sleep be darned. So instead of walking through one test start to finish, I want to share a few things that have helped me claw out a foothold in environments that are otherwise really locked down: The "good problem" of a mature client – several of these engagements are third- or fourth-year tests, and the clients actually clear findings off the board. Which is great for them and rough for me, because this year's test shouldn't look anything like last year's. All my favorite go-tos came up empty – machine account quota set to zero, no broadcast traffic tomfoolery (Responder and mitm6 got me nothing), SMB signing on everywhere, ADCS either absent or buttoned up, and a low-priv account that BloodHound says has zero interesting permissions and zero local admin anywhere. Cool cool cool. When the network's clean, go file-hunting – which means firing up Snaffler and letting it comb the shares. Normally that wraps up in about an hour. On these engagements it was running three and four hours. Then Windows told me I was out of disk – I like having Snaffler pull down copies of interesting files so I can review them locally instead of authenticating to each share. Turns out it had grabbed 50-60 gigs and left me with about eight gigs of breathing room. Tip #1: put a 1 TB drive in your drop boxes – I ran with tiny drives for years early in the 7MS days and it was always a pinch. Beyond situations like this one, sometimes you find a giant backup file or VMDK on a share and you need somewhere to put it so you can crack it open and go shopping. Tip #2: you can grow a VM disk on the fly – in Proxmox you can resize the disk on a running VM, then hop into Disk Management inside Windows and extend the C drive. Instant elbow room, no downtime. Death by a million tiny files – the real culprit was one file extension I should have excluded, and the client had hundreds of thousands of them. Rather than restart a run I was already hours into, I had AI whip up a little PowerShell loop that swept the Snaffler dump folder every 10 minutes and deleted the extensions I didn't care about. Woke up the next morning to a finished run and plenty of free space. Making a gig-sized log file readable – I fed the log into Chimas, a slick web interface for Snaffler output that lets you filter down to just the red stuff or just the likely-credential files, and sort by modified date. Watch those timestamps – I kept finding AD creds in documents, then comparing the doc's date against the account's last password reset in BloodHound and discovering the file was a year stale. Son of a biscuit. The tool that actually cracked it open: Copernic Desktop Search – my pal Jeff McJunkin recommended this to me years ago, I talked about it on the show once, and then inexplicably forgot about it. Not a sponsor, no kickbacks, just a paid tool that's earned its keep. It's basically Google for your hard drive. How I use it – install it on the Windows VM, clear out the default indexing scope entirely, and point it only at the Snaffler dump folder. The top tier (about a hundred bucks a year) will chew through PSTs, DWGs, Office docs, PDFs and more, and it OCRs images too. Indexing took the better part of a day on these engagements, but then search is instant, and it previews basically every file type without Office installed.  Years ago this same tool surfaced a photo on a file share of a piece of printer paper where a sysadmin had handwritten a 40-character admin password in Bic pen. OCR for the win. What I search for – the obvious stuff like "password," plus the domain name, "plain text," and things like "=sa" to sniff out SQL admin creds. Nuggets and threads to pull – sometimes a hit is the gold. Other times it just tells you where to go dumpster-diving like a raccoon on the live share. That's how I found upgrade project plans with multiple teams and contractors involved, half-cleaned-up temp work, and high-privilege system, database and local admin creds just sitting there. Worth the hours – these didn't all end in domain admin, but they were rich, real findings, and a great teaching opportunity about what's sitting wide open to Domain Users. (Bonus: Copernic can also point straight at a UNC path with your AD creds and index it live.) Know a free alternative? – one of my favorite parts of doing this podcast is when someone writes in with "hey, there's an open source thing that does that." If that's you, I'd love to hear it! Also, on this week's TuesdayTOOLSday I walked through getting a self-hosted Bitwarden password vault (and file sender) up and running on Linux, and there's now a cheat sheet over at 7MinSec.wiki that'll get you there in about seven minutes – all the commands from the official install guide in one place, with a couple of gotchas flagged. Last thing: subscriptions to 7MinSec.club are free, but paid subs help cover hosting and the time this takes each week, and they're getting some exclusive content soon. No guilt trip here, Mom – I'm going to keep barfing up everything I learn either way. But if you've got the means, I'd sure appreciate it.

Jon Treffert was diagnosed with locally advanced muscle-invasive bladder cancer in September 2023. After 2 years of treatment, including surgical resection and 6 months with an antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), he had no evidence of disease and an intact bladder. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Treffert about his experience receiving ADCs and how he is using his platform as a patient advocate to support other patients make informed decisions about their bladder cancer care. Guest: Jon Treffert  Bladder Cancer Patient Advocate  Powell, TN "I'm trying to build a community, a cohort of people like myself, who have chosen to keep their bladder, have had a complete response to EVP, and try to share lived experience." —Jon Treffert "One piece of advice I always give is tell your care team anytime you have something that's out of the ordinary." —Jon Treffert Resources: Jon's Story: "I encourage folks to do their own research." Journey to Health blog ACCC Bladder Cancer Resources ACCC Antibody-Drug Conjugate Resources  

In this episode Editor-in-Chief Dr. Sadis Matalon (University of Alabama Birmingham) interviews author Dr. Sophia N. Karagiannis (King's College London) about the recently published Review article by Cheung et al. The authors review the latest research into antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), referred to as “magic bullets” that kill cancer cells with minimal damage to healthy tissue. What are the main obstacles to manufacturing ADCs and can they be used to treat all types of cancer? Listen now to find out.   Anthony Cheung, Yi Liu, Alicia M. Chenoweth, Hanieh Montaseri, Benjamina Esapa, Vijay Chudasama, James R. Baker, David E. Thurston, and Sophia N. Karagiannis Antibody-drug conjugate design and mechanisms of action for cancer treatment: state of the art and beyond Physiological Reviews, published April 20, 2026. DOI: 10.1152/ physrev.00039.2025

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we're diving into a wealth of significant advancements and strategic moves shaping the industry landscape. AstraZeneca is making waves with its steadfast commitment to reaching an $80 billion revenue target by 2030. This ambitious goal is underpinned by strong sales in oncology and rare disease treatments, despite some setbacks with underperforming drugs like Ultomiris. The company's confidence is further reflected in its robust internal pipeline of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), even after discontinuing two candidates that fell short in clinical trials. This move highlights an industry-wide focus on high-potential therapeutic areas, underscoring the critical role of sustained innovation in preserving market leadership. In leadership news, Sarepta Therapeutics has appointed Michael Severino as CEO, succeeding Doug Ingram. Severino's extensive experience from AbbVie and Tessera signals a strategic shift for Sarepta, especially as it hones its focus on therapies for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Leadership transitions like this can significantly impact a company's strategic direction, potentially steering it toward new therapeutic breakthroughs. On the regulatory front, Otsuka's Simtriyo has received FDA approval, marking it as a first-in-class norepinephrine, dopamine, serotonin reuptake inhibitor (NDSRI) for ADHD. This approval is a major leap forward in central nervous system therapeutics, offering a non-stimulant option that could become a blockbuster drug in this underserved market. Such advancements highlight the persistent need for innovative treatments in CNS disorders. Similarly, Outlook Therapeutics has achieved FDA approval for Lytenava, a reformulated version of Roche's Avastin for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). This victory, following three prior rejections, exemplifies the challenges and opportunities inherent in drug reformulation and regulatory perseverance. Corporate acquisitions continue to shape industry dynamics. Argenx's acquisition of Forte Biosciences for $2.2 billion exemplifies strategic investments aimed at expanding therapeutic portfolios. Forte's promising Phase 2-stage vitiligo drug acquisition underscores the industry's shift towards biologics in managing complex autoimmune disorders. Amgen's recent layoff of approximately 40 employees aligns with broader trends of operational optimization amidst organizational restructuring. Such workforce adjustments often reflect shifts in business strategy or responses to evolving market conditions. In clinical development news, InnoCare Pharma has announced successful Phase 3 results for its oral TYK2 inhibitor Fadeucravacitinib in treating moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. This achievement underscores the potential of targeted therapies in addressing autoimmune conditions by modulating specific signaling pathways. The FDA's approval of Freenome's SimpleScreen CRC blood test marks a significant advancement in non-invasive diagnostic tools for colorectal cancer screening. Such innovations could dramatically impact early cancer detection and improve patient outcomes. Meanwhile, emerging insights into CAR-T therapy have identified genetic markers linked to toxicity risks in Yescarta patients. These findings can guide future CAR-T product development towards enhanced safety profiles, offering pathways for engineering safer therapies by identifying patients at higher risk for adverse effects. Finally, the partnership between Salesforce and Veterans Affairs aims to integrate AI into healthcare workflows, illustrating the increasing role of digital transformation in enhancing healthcare delivery and operational efficiency. These developments highlight the ongoing evolution towards more personalized and efficient healthcare solutions within the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. As companies navigate complex regulatory landscapes, pursue innovative therapies, and adapt to dynamic market demands, their efforts are poised to advance patient care standards and drive future growth within these critical industries. The implications for patient care are profound, as new treatments offer hope for conditions that have long eluded effective intervention. Stay tuned with Pharma Daily as we continue to bring you the latest updates from this rapidly evolving field.Support the show

Listen in to learn from Thomas Bachelot, MD, PhD, and Mafalda Oliveira, MD, PhD, about recent advances and the integration of anti-TROP2 antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) into the management of patients with triple-negative breast cancer, including as first-line therapy for those who are not eligible for immunotherapy. Experts will cover: The evolving role of TROP2-directed antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), including sacituzumab govitecan and datopotamab deruxtecan, in addressing unmet needs in the frontline treatment of TNBC.  Treatment sequencing, reimbursement barriers to recent approvals, and toxicity-informed treatment selection considerations. How to monitor and manage ocular and pulmonary toxicities and care-team readiness for implementing ADC-based therapy in routine practice. Presenters:Thomas Bachelot, MD, PhD Medical Oncology Department of Oncology Léon Bérard Center Lyon, France Mafalda Oliveira, MD, PhD Senior Consultant Medical Oncology Department Vall d'Hebron University Hospital Senior Clinical Investigator Breast Cancer Group Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO) Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus Barcelona, Spain Get access to all of our new podcasts by subscribing to the Decera Clinical Education Oncology Podcast on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, or Spotify. Visit the program page for more content associated with this discussion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Glenmark Chairman and Managing Director Glen Saldanha joins Vikas Dandekar and Rica Bhattacharyya to discuss the company’s 25-year innovation bet, and why it’s finally paying off. At the center is ISB2001, a tri-specific antibody partnered with AbbVie, born out of Glenmark’s IGI platform after fifteen years of R&D. Saldanha talks through the platform’s pipeline, why Glenmark stays out of ADCs and CAR-T, how it’s building “Glenmark 3.0” across oncology, dermatology and respiratory, and why he still rates the US well ahead of China on innovation. The conversation also covers India’s licensing deals with Chinese biotechs, AI in drug discovery, and the GLP-1 market. Listen in You can follow Vikas Dandekar on his social media: X or Linkedin and Rica Bhattacharyya on her X and LinkedinCheck out other interesting episodes like:ET Deep Dive: Swipe Left on Reality,India wants manufacturing at 25% of GDP — will AI in factories help?, Tanay Kothari Wants To Kill The Keyboard, From Doer to Director: The LinkedIn Playbook for the AI Agea, Semaglutide Goes Generic: Big Pharma’s Moat Breaks and much more. Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AUA2026: Focus on: Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer CME Available: https://cme.auanet.org/URL/FOCUS266ONL LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After participating in this CME activity, participants will be able to: 1. Evaluate limitations in the current MIBC treatment landscape including patient outcomes and gaps in available systemic therapies to identify individuals with limited or no effective treatment options and enhance clinical decision-making. 2. Interpret the mechanisms of action and clinical data supporting antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to determine their potential role in addressing unmet therapeutic needs in patients with MIBC who are ineligible for traditional treatment pathways. 3. Incorporate evidence-based perioperative systemic treatment strategies including neoadjuvant and adjuvant approaches into patient care algorithms to improve pathologic response rates and survival outcomes in MIBC. 4. Apply best practices for managing and mitigating adverse events associated with emerging systemic and perioperative therapies to optimize treatment adherence and patient safety in the MIBC setting. 5. Implement strategies for effective communication, multidisciplinary care coordination, and shared decision-making between urologists, medical oncologists, and patients to improve treatment alignment and patient-centered outcomes in MIBC. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Support provided by an independent educational grant from: Pfizer, Inc.

Highlights from the PER® CME activity "ADCs and Bispecific Antibodies Across Solid Tumors: Integrating New Targets, New Data, and New Decisions" — this podcast is not certified for credit. To participate in the full accredited activity and earn CME credit, use the link below.In this podcast, experts William J. Gradishar, MD, FASCO, FACP; Rebecca Arend, MD, MSPH; Aaron Lisberg, MD; and Ulka Vaishampayan, MD, FASCO; discuss emerging antibody-drug conjugates and bispecific agents in lung, breast, endometrial, and prostate cancers, and how these agents may shift the therapeutic landscape in these disease.Earn CME credit by completing the full accredited activity (available through June 30, 2027): https://www.gotoper.com/courses/adcs-and-bispecific-antibodies-across-solid-tumors-integrating-new-targets-new-data-and-new-decisions-xqkuThis podcast, including the narration, was developed by PER® (Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC) editorial staff from the full online CME activity developed with these faculty. The narration was voiced by a PER staff member or by an AI tool. The podcast contains no product advertising. The full activity is supported by an educational grant from BioNTech.This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for the independent clinical judgment of a health care professional. Faculty may discuss investigational or off-label uses; consult prescribing information for any products discussed.

Jake Hildreth, Principal Security Consultant at Semperis and Microsoft MVP, is back on the podcast fresh off a trip to PowerShell Conference Europe, where he and Andrew co-presented a session on securing PowerShell. Jake also gave his own talk on Stepper, his open-source module for building resumable, step-by-step scripts — a tool that's grown considerably since his last appearance on the show. The two dig into what makes PSConf EU such a standout event, the refreshing lack of elitism in the PowerShell community, and the updates Jake's been shipping, including named steps, built-in logging, and secret suppression. The conversation winds into burnout, the importance of actually taking your vacation days, and how the same mindset that drives good automation — knowing when to stop and reset — applies to taking care of yourself. Key Takeaways: Stepper has gotten some meaningful quality-of-life updates since Jake last appeared on the show, including named steps, automatic logging, and the ability to suppress secrets from logs — making it more practical for real-world production scripts. PSConf EU punches above its weight as a conference experience: technically deep but genuinely welcoming at every skill level, with none of the elitism that can creep into security-adjacent events. Your vacation time is a benefit, not a backlog item. Jake makes the case that getting good at separating your work time from your off time isn't a soft skill — it's a sustainability practice. Guest Bio: Jake Hildreth is a Principal Security Consultant at Semperis, a Microsoft MVP in both PowerShell and Identity/Access, and a recovering sysadmin with 25 years of IT under his belt. He's probably best known for building Locksmith, the open-source AD CS auditing and remediation tool, but he's also the creator of Stepper, Deck, BlueTuxedo, and PowerPUG! — a suite of tools designed to make identity security a little less painful for the admins who live in it. When he's not untangling Kerberos or chasing down ADCS misconfigurations, he goes by "horse" in the PowerShell Discords. Resource Links: Jake Hildreth's Website: jakehildreth.com Jake's GitHub: github.com/jakehildreth Stepper (Resumable PowerShell Scripts): github.com/jakehildreth/Stepper Locksmith (AD CS Auditing & Remediation): github.com/jakehildreth/Locksmith Locksmith 2 (Next-Gen AD CS Toolkit): github.com/jakehildreth/… PowerShell Conference Europe: psconf.eu PDQ Discord: discord.gg/PDQ The PowerShell Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Rqkuaeps_jM

Os ADCs (anticorpos conjugados a drogas) estão entre os temas mais quentes da oncologia, com um número crescente de publicações na literatura. A definição completa, como ele funciona e como cada um de nossos experts interpretam e utilizam os ADCs você vai conferir neste episódio. E aproveitando o clima da Copa do Mundo, no final do episódio temos o bolão das aprovações nos próximos 5 anos. Cadastre-se no MOC: mocbrasil.com Siga o MOC no Instagram: @mocbrasiloficial

In 2025, the FDA approved the antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) enfortumab vedotin combined with pembrolizumab for patients with cisplatin-ineligible muscle-invasive bladder cancer, unlocking a new perioperative treatment option. To administer this ADC-based therapy alongside surgical intervention, multidisciplinary teams must prioritize collaborative workflows at all points of the treatment journey. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Manojkumar Bupathi, MD, President of Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, about how ADCs are reshaping the care model toward earlier, structured collaboration between urology and medical oncology. Guests: Manojkumar Bupathi, MD President Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers Co-Chair, GU Executive Committee Sarah Cannon Research Institute Denver, CO "The challenge wasn't learning the drug itself. The challenge was how you integrate the regimen into your treatment paradigm." —Manojkumar Bupathi, MD "There's always this relationship that happens from the beginning and is maintained throughout the entire process." —Manojkumar Bupathi, MD Resources: ACCC Bladder Cancer Resources ACCC Antibody-Drug Conjugate Resources  

July 14, 2026 | Most ADCs today lean on the same Topo-1 payloads—and resistance is catching up. Jack Elands, Ph.D., founder and CEO of Adcytherix, speaks with host Rakesh Dixit, Ph.D. about what “next-generation ADCs” should mean if we care about patients, not just pipeline counts. Their conversation gets specific about where differentiation comes from: novel payloads with new mechanisms of action, better therapeutic index choices, and smarter design decisions that reduce the toxicities that make patients quit therapy early. They also pressure-test the hype around bispecific ADCs and dual-payload ADCs.  Links from this episode:  Adcytherix 

Dr. Pedro Barata and Dr. Giuseppe Curigliano discuss the rapid paradigm shift of antibody-drug conjugates into frontline advanced and curative-intent perioperative settings and the clinical challenges of optimal sequencing, target selection, and cross-resistance. LINK TO FULL TRANSCRIPT

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we delve into a series of significant advancements and challenges shaping the landscape of these dynamic sectors. Starting with Ipsen's Dysport, which has made notable strides in its Phase 3 trials for migraine prevention. The trials covered both episodic and chronic conditions, marking a first in the neurotoxin market. Dysport's success positions it as a formidable competitor to AbbVie's Botox, expanding therapeutic options for individuals battling migraine disorders. This achievement showcases the potential efficacy of botulinum toxin-based therapies in neurology and pain management, offering promising new avenues for patient care. In regulatory news, Boehringer Ingelheim has received approval from the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) for Jascayd, a small molecule PDE4B inhibitor with antifibrotic properties. This approval marks a significant milestone in the treatment of idiopathic and progressive pulmonary fibrosis. Jascayd's addition to the therapeutic arsenal offers new hope for managing this debilitating condition, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to improve patient outcomes through innovative treatments. The arena of business development sees HanChorBio partnering with InxMed to advance oncology research. By combining HCB101 with FAK inhibitors and FAP-targeted ADCs, this collaboration aims to leverage antibody and small molecule drug discovery techniques. The goal is to develop innovative cancer treatments that could redefine therapeutic approaches in oncology. Keenova Therapeutics has also reported success with Xiaflex for plantar fibromatosis. This enzyme injection therapy offers a novel approach by targeting collagen, thus providing an innovative solution for musculoskeletal conditions. Similarly, Fate Therapeutics' FT819, an off-the-shelf CAR-T therapy, has shown early promise in tackling treatment-resistant systemic sclerosis, underscoring the potential of cell therapies beyond oncology. Meanwhile, MindRank's successful Series B funding round of $52 million highlights the growing role of AI platforms in drug discovery. The funding will propel its AI-discovered oral GLP-1 obesity pill into Phase III trials, exemplifying how technology-driven solutions are gaining traction in addressing metabolic diseases like obesity. On the regulatory front, Saol Therapeutics has resubmitted SL1009 (DCA) to the FDA for pyruvate dehydrogenase complex deficiency. This submission underscores ongoing efforts to address rare metabolic disorders using small molecule therapies. Additionally, Sanofi's concessions to the EU regarding flu vaccine marketing illustrate the complexities of competitive dynamics and regulatory scrutiny within the vaccine market. However, not all developments are favorable. AstraZeneca and Ionis Pharmaceuticals faced a setback as their drug Wainua failed its Phase 3 trial for transthyretin-mediated amyloid cardiomyopathy. This outcome highlights the challenges inherent in developing effective treatments for complex cardiovascular conditions. Meanwhile, regulatory processes remain contentious as the FDA pauses its release of complete response letters amid debates over proprietary information disclosures. In another noteworthy development, GSK has terminated its $2.2 billion collaboration with Alector after underwhelming results from Alzheimer's drug trials. This decision highlights both financial implications and strategic shifts as companies reassess risk tolerance in neurodegenerative disease research. Conversely, Roche's success with its KRAS G12C inhibitor divarasib in Phase 3 lung cancer trials underscores the promise of precision medicine. Divarasib outperformed competitors Amgen's Lumakras and Bristol Myers Squibb's Krazati, positioning Roche to potentially redefine standards of care based on genetic profiles. In a move reflecting industry trends towards collaboration and innovation risk-sharing models, AstraZeneca has partnered with Sino Biopharmaceutical on respiratory disease research. This strategic alliance represents a substantial investment aimed at expanding AstraZeneca's pipeline in respiratory therapeutics. Lastly, amidst these developments, psychedelic drugs are experiencing a renaissance in psychiatric care. Companies like Compass Pathways are pioneering clinical validation for their use in treating depression, signaling a potential paradigm shift from traditional SSRIs to newer therapeutic classes pending safety and efficacy data. Overall, these stories illustrate a dynamic interplay of scientific progress and regulatory navigation within the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. While challenges persist—particularly in neurodegenerative disease treatment—the breakthroughs in oncology and metabolic disorder therapeutics offer hopeful prospects for improving patient care. As these industries continue evolving, integrating advanced technologies such as AI will likely play a pivotal role in shaping future therapeutic landscapes.Support the show

At the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), the team treating patients with bladder cancer and other genitourinary malignancies utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach to ensure care is coordinated, personalized, and patient-centered. This is particularly important when administering antibody-drug conjugates, a promising tool for some patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer that comes with a high risk of adverse events (AEs). In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Terence Friedlander, MD, and Iva Petrovchich Colón, NP, both part of the team treating bladder cancer at UCSF, about how their cancer program manages the toxicity profile of ADCs in order to prioritize patient outcomes and quality of life. Guests: Terence Friedlander, MD Robert and Virginia O'Reilly Family Professor of Medicine Chief of Hematology-Oncology, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center  San Francisco, CA Iva Colón, NP Nurse Practitioner, Genitourinary Medical Oncology UCSF Health Genitourinary Medical Oncology Mission Bay San Francisco, CA "The median onset is in the mid 60s, and folks who are in their 60s are more mature, they may have more comorbidities, more medical problems, and we have to be really sensitive to that." —Terence Friedlander, MD "It takes a village and having that having open and direct communication is key." —Iva Colón, NP Resources: ACCC Bladder Cancer Resources ACCC Antibody-Drug Conjugate Resources  

Featuring perspectives from Prof Giuseppe Curigliano, Prof Rebecca A Dent, Dr Erika Hamilton, Prof Nadia Harbeck and Dr Hope S Rugo, moderated by Dr Rugo, including the following topics: Introduction (00:00) Evolving Role of Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs) in the Management of Metastatic Triple-Negative Breast Cancer — Prof Dent (02:57) Integrating ADCs into the Management of HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer (mBC) — Prof Curigliano (29:01) Role of ADCs in the Management of Endocrine-Resistant Hormone Receptor-Positive mBC — Dr Rugo (52:36) Emerging Utility of ADCs for Localized Breast Cancer — Prof Harbeck (01:14:36) Tolerability Considerations with ADCs for Breast Cancer — Dr Hamilton (01:38:10) CME information and select publications

Highlights from the PER® CME activity "Medical Crossfire®: Precision Oncology in NSCLC – Translating HER2 and TROP2 Innovation into Practice-Changing Care" — this podcast is not certified for credit. To participate in the full accredited activity and earn CME credit, use the link below.In this podcast, focusing on precision oncology in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), experts Helena Yu, MD; Jacob Sands, MD; and Sarah Goldberg MD, MPH; will discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of Human Epidermal growth factor Receptor 2 (HER2)- and Trophoblast cell-surface antigen 2 (TROP2)-directed therapies in NSCLC. The podcast covers the spectrum of targeted agents from antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to novel HER2-selective tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs), along with key clinical trial data and practical strategies for managing the unique adverse event profiles associated with these treatments.Earn CME credit by completing the full accredited activity (available through June 30, 2027): https://www.gotoper.com/courses/medical-crossfire-precision-oncology-in-nsclc-translating-her2-and-trop2-innovation-into-practice-changing-care-mr5qThis podcast, including the narration, was developed by PER® (Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC) editorial staff from the full online CME activity developed with these faculty. The narration was voiced by a PER staff member or by an AI tool. The podcast contains no product advertising. The full activity is supported by educational grants from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals; Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.; and Gilead Sciences, Inc.This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for the independent clinical judgment of a health care professional. Faculty may discuss investigational or off-label uses; consult prescribing information for any products discussed.

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. The first quarter of 2026 has brought a wave of significant changes and advancements in the industry, marked by crucial regulatory updates, strategic acquisitions, and shifts in the competitive landscape. A pressing issue for many companies is the looming patent cliff for several branded biologics. This situation presents both challenges and opportunities for biosimilars in the U.S. market. The introduction of biosimilars for major products like AbbVie's Humira, Johnson & Johnson's Stelara, and Regeneron/Bayer's Eylea is shifting the narrative from slow adoption to a more competitive biosimilar market landscape. Vertex Pharmaceuticals has achieved a milestone with the FDA expanding the label for its gene therapy Casgevy, now approved for treating children as young as two with sickle cell disease or transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia. This expansion emphasizes the potential of gene therapies to revolutionize treatment options for younger patients suffering from these conditions. In a pivotal development, Novartis announced a significant acquisition of UK biotech Myricx. With an upfront payment of $1.1 billion and potential total value up to $1.5 billion, this acquisition is set to enhance Novartis' antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) pipeline by incorporating Myricx's novel payload technology and NMT inhibitor payloads. This move reflects Novartis' focus on precision oncology by improving ADC efficacy through targeting critical enzymatic pathways involved in tumorigenesis. Amgen faced a setback with a voluntary recall of approximately one million bottles of its heart medication Corlanor due to potential contamination, highlighting the critical importance of maintaining rigorous manufacturing quality control to ensure drug safety. The regulatory landscape continues to evolve, illustrated by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Department of Health and Human Services revoking lingering COVID-19 emergency authorizations. This signals a transition towards post-pandemic normalcy and an evolving focus on pandemic preparedness frameworks. Sanofi's Genzyme unit in Ireland faced criticism after an FDA inspection linked to Altuviiio resulted in a Form 483 notice. This incident underscores ongoing challenges in maintaining compliance with stringent regulatory standards and emphasizes the importance of robust quality assurance mechanisms. Lonza is expanding its capacity for producing ADCs and enhancing its partnership with a large U.S. drugmaker, aligning with industry trends toward outsourcing complex biologics manufacturing amid growing demand for ADCs. Genentech is undergoing restructuring, resulting in 103 layoffs as part of a strategic rethink of its early development group. Despite these changes, Genentech entered a $490 million collaboration focused on breast cancer, demonstrating its commitment to innovation amid organizational shifts. AstraZeneca continued its collaborative efforts by signing a $1.7 billion kidney drug discovery pact with Chinese biotech CSPC Pharmaceutical. This partnership emphasizes AstraZeneca's strategy to leverage global collaborations to accelerate drug discovery and development efforts. Scribe Therapeutics filed for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to advance its CRISPR-based gene editing technologies targeting cardiovascular diseases at a genetic level, highlighting an ongoing shift toward personalized medicine. Celea Therapeutics raised $180 million in venture funding to advance Deupirfenidone into late-stage clinical trials for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), signaling confidence in its therapeutic potential amid ongoing investment trends targeting rare diseases. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency expanded approval for Novo Nordisk's Wegovy for Metabolic-Associated Steatohepatitis with moderate-to-advanced liver fibrosis. This expansion represents significant progress given MASH's rising prevalence and progression risks. BridgeBio's ATTRibute-CM study yielded promising results with Acoramidis offering kidney-protective benefits in transthyretin amyloidosis cardiomyopathy patients—a potential new approach managing this rare disease. Revolution Medicines reported encouraging data for its KRAS inhibitor Zoldonrasib in combination therapies targeting metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma—offering new strategies against aggressive cancer types. Brii Bio's phase 2b trial results show promise for a combination therapy aimed at achieving a functional cure for chronic Hepatitis B Virus infection—offering hope for millions affected by this condition. Robust fundraising activities continue within biotech sectors as Monash University and Atisama Therapeutics secure funding from MRFF grants developing therapies targeting chronic lung diseases. Overall, these developments highlight dynamic transformations reshaping therapeutic landscapes through precision medicine approaches leveraging cutting-edge technologies promising improved patient care across various domains within pharmaceutical industries globally.Support the show

In this episode of the Oncology Brothers podcast, we dived deep into the recent FDA approvals for sacituzumab govitecan in frontline settings for metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. Joined by Dr. Sara Tolaney, a breast medical oncologist from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we discussed the exciting developments in breast cancer treatment, with ASCENT-03 and ASCENT-04 trials.   Key topics covered in this episode include: Overview of the recent FDA approvals for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in breast cancer Detailed discussion on the ASCENT-04 trial focusing on PD-L1–positive metastatic triple-negative breast cancer Insights into the ASCENT-03 trial for PD-L1–negative disease Comparison of sacituzumab govitecan and datopotamab deruxtecan (Dato-DXd), including their efficacy and side effect profiles Management strategies for common side effects such as neutropenia and diarrhea   Listen us on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31BXhY9FM4gPWG10WgE11o  Follow us on social media: ⁠X/Twitter: https://x.com/oncbrothers  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers  Website: https://oncbrothers.com/    Join us as we explored the evolving landscape of breast cancer treatment and the importance of shared decision-making in patient care. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more updates from the Oncology Brothers! #TripleNegativeBreastCancer, #Sacituzumab, #ASCENT03, #ASCENT04, #OncologyBrothers

In this ASCO 2026 Highlights discussion we dived into the latest advancements in breast cancer space. In this episode, we welcomed back Dr. Hope Rugo to discuss key studies that are shaping the future of breast cancer treatment.   Episode Highlights: OPTIMA: Discover how the Prosigna genomic assay could change the approach to adjuvant chemotherapy in hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. lidERA Update: Learn about the promising results of giredestrant, an oral SERD, and its potential role in adjuvant settings. VIKTORIA-1: Exploring the implications of gedatolisib for PIK3CA mutated disease and its impact on progression-free survival. Triple Negative Breast Cancer: Insights on the final overall survival updates from the KEYNOTE-522 and the exciting developments in antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) like sasitizumab through ASCENT-03 and ASCENT-04 studies, and datopotamab from TROPION-Breast02 study.   Listen us on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31BXhY9FM4gPWG10WgE11o   Follow us on social media: ⁠ ⁠X/Twitter: https://x.com/oncbrothers ⁠ ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers ⁠ Website: https://oncbrothers.com/   Hope this episode provided the very needed updates from ASCO 2026 focusing on the breast cancer world. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more updates from the Oncology Brothers!   #BreastCancer #ASCO2026 #ClinicalTrials #PrecisionOncology #OncologyBrothers

In today's episode, we spoke with David O'Malley, MD. Dr O'Malley is a professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center–James in Columbus, Ohio. In our exclusive interview, Dr O'Malley discussed his approach to treatment selection and sequencing in platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, a disease setting he described as representing the highest unmet need in the field. He emphasized the central role of clinical trial enrollment and biomarker-driven decision-making, alongside practical patient-centered considerations, such as infusion schedule and quality of life.He highlighted the growing importance of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in this setting, noting that folate receptor alpha and HER2 are the two biomarkers most relevant to current practice. Dr O'Malley outlined how National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines support treatment across a broader range of expression levels than initial approvals reflected, citing emerging data suggesting activity even at lower expression thresholds. He also addressed payload sequencing, explaining that outside of a clinical trial, he currently uses topoisomerase I–based ADCs and antimicrotubule-based ADCs each one time only, and remains open to targeting the same antigen again if the payload differs.The discussion also touched on combination strategies, resistance biology, and the evolving role of immunotherapy following the survival benefit observed with pembrolizumab (Keytruda) in the phase 3 KEYNOTE-B96 trial (NCT05116189). Dr O'Malley expressed enthusiasm for next-generation payloads, dual-target approaches, and the potential for bispecific antibodies and novel DNA damage response–targeting agents to define the post-ADC treatment landscape.Finally, Dr O'Malley underscored the need for more tumor biopsies to better characterize resistance mechanisms and called for expanded pharmaceutical investment in retreatment and cross-resistance studies to guide future sequencing decisions.

Host David Brühlmann returns for a focused solo episode to provide an honest, data-driven perspective on the evolving landscape of host selection for biologics manufacturing. Building on part one, David reviews five alternative expression platforms and offers a clear, practical framework for scientists navigating host cell decisions today. David Brühlmann moves past simplistic "replacement" narratives to instead examine where each technology, from plant farming to cell-free systems, fits in today's market and production realities.Key topics discussedWhy asking if a novel host will "replace CHO" is the wrong question for scientists and manufacturers (00:11)Critical dimensions to evaluate: cost structure, speed, and intrinsic product quality (01:20)Review of five alternative platforms with current clinical and regulatory status: Plant farming for speed and decentralization (03:42)Insect cells for VLPs and complex proteins (05:00)Cell-free protein synthesis for ADCs and unique conjugation requirements (06:23)Moss for monoclonal antibodies with distinct glycosylation patterns (07:50)Filamentous fungi for high secretion and thermotolerance (08:47)A practical host selection framework by molecule type and manufacturing context (09:59)Detailed constraints and advantages of each platform, including cost, infrastructure, timeline, and product attributes (10:09)Analysis of silkworm production as a disruptive possibility for future biologics manufacturing (13:09)The evolving toolkit available to bioprocess scientists—and why "CHO replacement" is a distraction from more relevant questions (12:06)Smart insight:The real development over the past decade is that bioprocess scientists now have a credible, validated toolkit of alternatives for specific molecules in specific contexts. The practical implication: know this landscape well enough to ask the right host selection question at program initiation, before you've built months of process development around a platform you chose by default.Here are the episodes referenced:Episodes 163 - 164: How Moss Enables Production of Unproducible Protein Therapeutics with Andreas SchaafEpisodes 141 - 142: How Microalgae Cuts Antibody Costs by 70% and Redefines Biomanufacturing with Muriel BardorEpisodes 235 - 236: Plant-Based Biomanufacturing: How Molecular Farming Produces Biopharmaceuticals in Weeks, Not Months with Waranyoo PhoolcharoenEpisodes 217 - 218: Silkworm Biomanufacturing: From Ancient Silk Production to Phase I Vaccine Trials with Masafumi OsawaEpisodes 229 - 230: Cyanobacteria Biomanufacturing: Achieving Carbon-Neutral Production at Lower Cost Than Fermentation with Tim CorcoranNext:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast platform. By doing so, we can empower more scientists like you. Stay tuned for more inspiring biotech insights in our next episode.Support the show

Send us Fan MailHow far can pathologists take visual biomarker scoring before human vision becomes the bottleneck?In this episode, I talk with Doug Bowman. PhD, VP Precision Medicine at Indica Labs, about what happens when companion diagnostics move from traditional visual scoring into the era of AI-powered image analysis. Doug comes from a biomedical and electrical engineering background, with experience in microscopy, digital image analysis, pharma workflows, and now precision medicine at Indica Labs. That combination makes him a great person to talk to about how image analysis actually fits into real companion diagnostic development.We start with a very practical question: what is a companion diagnostic, and why is it becoming so important in precision medicine? Doug explains that companion diagnostics are developed alongside therapeutics to help identify which patients are most likely to benefit from a specific treatment, especially in more complex therapies like antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). We use HER2 as an example, and from there we get into the real challenge: once a biomarker cutoff matters clinically, visual estimation around that cutoff becomes much harder than many people want to admit.That is where this conversation gets especially useful for pathologists and digital pathology trailblazers. We talk about the limits of human vision, why low or ultra-low biomarker expression is difficult to score consistently, and how AI helps at multiple levels of the workflow: slide QC, tissue classification, cell segmentation, membrane and cytoplasmic measurement, and spatial analysis. Doug makes the case that AI is not only a convenience here. In some cases, it is the only realistic way to capture the kind of quantitative information modern therapies need.We also get into one of the more interesting examples from the episode: the Trop2 story, where a ratio of cytoplasmic to membrane expression appears to predict therapeutic efficacy better than looking at one compartment alone. That kind of compartment-level quantitation is exactly where computational pathology becomes more than a digital version of what the eye already does. It starts uncovering measurements and signatures the eye cannot reliably extract on its own.Another important part of the discussion is workflow and regulation. Doug walks through how AI-powered companion diagnostics are developed from preclinical work, to human feasibility studies, to RUO or clinical trial assays, and eventually toward analytical and clinical validation with regulatory engagement happening early. We also talk about the Indica Labs and Leica Biosystems partnership, and why end-to-end capability matters when you are trying to build something clinically deployable rather than just analytically interesting.What I liked about this conversation is that it stayed grounded. We did not talk about AI as magic. We talked about image analysis as a method, companion diagnostics as a workflow, and precision medicine as something that only works when the measurement is good enough to support real decisions.Episode Highlights00:00 – Why AI matters in slide QC, tissue classification, and cell-level analysis before you even get to the biomarker score.00:54 – Doug Bowman's background in biomedical engineering, microscopy, and digital image analysis.05:16 – What a companion diagnostic actually is, and why it is critical for targeted therapies and ADCs.07:34 – Why visual biomarker scoring becomes unreliable around critical cutoffs, especially in low-expression cases.10:09 – How AI expands the workflow: slide QC, tissue classification, and precise cell segmentation.13:07 – Why pathologists remain central in AI workflows through validation, markup review, and model refinement.16:31 – The Trop2 example: when cytoplasmic-to-membrane ratio tells you more than one compartment alone.20:23 – The Indica Labs + Leica Biosystems partnership and why end-to-end workflow matters in companion diagnostics.22:53 – What the development journey looks like from early algorithm work to RUO, validation, and regulatory interaction.26:51 – Multiplexing, spatial analysis, and why more clinical value often comes with more deployment complexity.33:29 – Why image analysis literacy matters, and how shared language between pathologists and scientists becomes essential.40:13 – Where to learn more about Indica Labs and who to contact for collaboration.Resources mentionedIndica Labs Indica Labs contact – info@indicalab.comHALO software / HALO AI diagnostic image analysis – discussed in the context of companion diagnostic deployment and pharma services.Leica Biosystems GT450DX – referenced as an FDA-cleared slide scanner in the Indica-Leica partnership.Digital Pathology Association – mentioned as part of the broader educational ecosystem for digital pathology and image analysis.Digital Pathology Place / Digital Pathology Podcast – the platform hosting this conversation and related education around digital pathology and AI.Support the showGet the "Digital Pathology 101" FREE E-book and join us!

Tanya Dorff joins Tom and Brian to discuss her ASCO 2026 data on a novel dual targeting ADC in prostate cancer. The broader scope of ADC development in prostate cancer is discussed with a focus on cytopenia toxicity and future direcctions.

In this episode of Oncology Unplugged, host Chandler Park, MD, a medical oncologist at Norton Cancer Institute in Louisville, Kentucky, was joined by Neil M. Iyengar, MD, an associate professor and co-director of Breast Medical Oncology in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Emory University School of Medicine, as well as the director of Survivorship Services at the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia.Their conversation focused on the rapidly evolving treatment paradigm for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the integration of metabolic health strategies, the clinical emergence of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in the frontline metastatic setting, and the management of treatment-related toxicities.Drs Park and Iyengar examined data from the phase 3 TROPION-Breast02 trial (NCT05374512), which evaluated first-line datopotamab deruxtecan-dlnk (Dato-DXd; Datroway) in patients with PD-L1-negative metastatic TNBC. The trial demonstrated improvements in both progression-free survival and overall survival (OS) with Dato-DXd compared with standard chemotherapy. Notably, the experts also highlighted a remarkable ORR with Dato-DXd, showing that the ADC may be a robust treatment option for symptomatic patients or those experiencing rapid progression.They also discussed individualizing treatment between Dato-DXd and sacituzumab govitecan-hziy (Trodelvy) based on biomarker status, dosing schedules, and distinct toxicity profiles. Furthermore, the experts emphasized the importance of proactive management of unique ADC-associated toxicities. For Dato-DXd, they recommended prophylactic dexamethasone mouthwash and lubricating eye drops to mitigate mucositis and corneal surface events. For sacituzumab govitecan, they noted the necessity of growth factor support for neutropenia and loperamide for diarrhea.Regarding early-stage disease, they reaffirmed the phase 3 KEYNOTE-522 trial (NCT03036488) regimen of pembrolizumab (Keytruda) plus chemotherapy as the standard of care, with adjuvant escalation using capecitabine or PARP inhibitors for patients with residual disease.Drs Park and Iyengar concluded by spotlighting metabolic health interventions for patients with breast cancer. Although GLP-1 receptor agonists show promise in breast cancer survivors, Dr Iyengar cautioned against their initiation during active neoadjuvant immunotherapy due to their potential effects on pathologic complete response rates. He advocated for lifestyle interventions, including resistance training and a plant-forward, high-protein diet, to maintain lean muscle mass and improve OS outcomes.

Oncology drug development is becoming more complex, and bioanalysis can no longer be treated as simple drug measurement.Sponsored by Leucentra, https://leucentra.com/Inspired by science, empowered by IT. Leucentra helps life science and healthcare organizations evaluate, implement, and get more value from technology that supports innovation.In this episode of BioTalk Unzipped, Gregory Austin and Dr. Chad Briscoe speak with Dr. Lakshmi Amaravadi, Head of Oncology Bioanalysis at AstraZeneca, live from AAPS PharmSci 360 in San Antonio.Dr. Amaravadi unpacks why biomarker validation is not one-size-fits-all, how context of use should guide scientific decision making, and why fit-for-purpose validation matters in modern oncology drug development.The conversation explores:00:00 Why oncology bioanalysis is becoming more complex02:12 FDA biomarker validation guidance and industry response04:27 What “fit for purpose” means in practice06:38 PK assay validation vs biomarker assay validation07:52 What drives Dr. Amaravadi's work in translational science10:48 Why validation is not a checkbox exercise12:19 Advice for young scientists entering bioanalysis15:12 Why oncology drug development is uniquely complex18:17 ADCs, bispecifics, T-cell engagers, and conditional T-cell engagers19:38 Why bioanalysis now requires understanding biology20:46 Dr. Amaravadi's path from molecular biology to bioanalysis24:34 Critical reagent management in complex oncology assays26:42 Validation, qualification, and context of use29:03 Final thoughts from AAPS PharmSci 360This episode is especially relevant for scientists, bioanalytical leaders, translational researchers, clinical pharmacologists, oncology development teams, biomarker scientists, and anyone working at the intersection of drug development, assay validation, and precision medicine.Dr. Amaravadi discusses how oncology programs now involve ADCs, bispecifics, T-cell engagers, conditional T-cell engagers, complex linkers, multiple measurable species, immunogenicity considerations, and biomarker strategies that require deeper biological understanding. As she explains in the episode, the future of oncology bioanalysis is not simply measuring what is present. It is understanding what the measurement means in the context of the biology and the development decision.Follow BioTalk Unzipped for conversations with leaders in biotech, pharma, bioanalysis, clinical development, translational science, regulatory strategy, and the future of medicine.GuestDr. Lakshmi Amaravadihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lakshmi-amaravadi/HostsGregory Austinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gregoryaustin1/Dr. Chad Briscoehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chadbriscoe/Sponsor: LeucentraRelated LinksCelerionhttps://www.celerion.com/

For more information regarding this CME/CE activity and to complete the CME/CE requirements and claim credit for this activity, visit:https://www.mycme.com/courses/the-evolving-role-of-antibody-drug-conjugates-in-metastatic-triple-negative-breast-cancer-10800SummaryThis CME/CE-certified podcast will provide multidisciplinary clinicians with an evidence-based update on the evolving role of TROP2-directed antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in the frontline treatment of metastatic triple-negative breast cancer. A medical and an ocular oncology specialist review the latest efficacy and safety data from pivotal clinical trials evaluating ADCs, their integration into contemporary treatment algorithms, and guideline recommendations based on PD-L1 status, BRCA mutation status, and immunotherapy eligibility. Learners will explore key factors influencing treatment selection, compare the benefits and limitations of more established therapeutic options, and examine practical strategies for preventing, recognizing, and managing ADC-associated toxicities. Special emphasis will be placed on multidisciplinary approaches to the management of ocular adverse events and other clinically significant toxicities to optimize patient outcomes and support safe implementation of these therapies in clinical practice.Learning ObjectivesEvaluate the current and emerging clinical evidence surrounding the use of trophoblast cell-surface antigen 2 (TROP2)-directed antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) in the first-line treatment of metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC)Integrate TROP2-directed ADCs into frontline treatment regimens for metastatic TNBC based on the latest clinical evidence, guidelines, and patient- and tumor-specific factorsApply multidisciplinary and patient-centric strategies for the prevention, recognition, and management of toxicities associated with the use of TROP2-directed ADCs in patients with metastatic TNBCThis activity is accredited for CME/CE CreditThe National Association for Continuing Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.The National Association for Continuing Education designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.The National Association for Continuing Education is accredited by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners as an approved provider of nurse practitioner continuing education. Provider number: 121222. This activity is approved for 0.50 contact hours (which includes 0.50 hours of pharmacology). For additional information about the accreditation of this program, please contact NACE at info@naceonline.com.Faculty and Moderator Aditya Bardia, MDProgram Director, Breast Medical Oncology, UCLAProfessor of Medicine, UCLALos Angeles, CADr. Bardia has disclosed the following financial relationships:Consultant: Alyssum, AstraZeneca/Daiichi, BMS, Eli Lilly, Genentech, Gilead, Menarini, Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, VyomeAdvisor/Advisory Board: Alyssum, AstraZeneca/Daiichi, Eli Lilly, Genentech, Gilead, Menarini, Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, VyomeContracted Research: AstraZeneca/Daiichi, Eli Lilly, Genentech, Gilead, Menarini, Merck, Novartis, PfizerStock options: Vyome (immuno-inflammatory and rare diseases)All of his consultant, advisor/advisory board, and contracted research disclosures are related to cancer.Maura Di Nicola, MDAssistant Professor of OphthalmologyBascom Palmer Eye InstituteMedical Director of Imaging and EchographyBascom Palmer Eye InstituteMiami, FLDr. Di Nicola has disclosed the following financial relationships:Consultant: AbbVie (ophthalmology), SpringWorks Therapeutics (oncology)Advisor/Advisory Board: AbbVie (ophthalmology)Research Grant: Castle Biosciences (ocular oncology)Please review additional planner disclosures here.Disclosure of Commercial SupportThis educational activity is supported by a medical education grant from AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals and a medical education grant from Daiichi Sankyo, Inc.Please visit  http://naceonline.com to engage in more live and on demand CME/CE content.

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. The landscape of these industries is one of constant evolution, characterized by scientific advancements, strategic mergers, and regulatory maneuvers that shape the future of healthcare. In a significant scientific breakthrough, Merck & Co. and Gilead Sciences have made strides in HIV treatment with the development of a weekly pill. This innovative regimen combines Merck's islatravir with Gilead's lenacapavir, showing promise in two phase 3 trials. If approved, this long-acting oral therapy could revolutionize HIV care by offering a more convenient dosing schedule, potentially improving patient adherence and outcomes substantially. This novel regimen signifies progress towards simplifying HIV treatments with once-weekly dosing. Meanwhile, in the oncology sector, Gilead's Trodelvy faced challenges when combined with Merck's Keytruda as a first-line treatment for PD-L1-high non-small cell lung cancer. The phase 3 EVOKE-03 trial was terminated, shifting attention to competitors like AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo, who continue to advance their own therapies in this area. In a strategic move to bolster its position in lung cancer treatment, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is acquiring Nuvalent for $10.6 billion, aiming to secure near-approval cancer therapies capable of challenging market leaders like Roche and Pfizer. This acquisition underscores the focus on targeted cancer therapies that increase treatment efficacy by honing in on specific genetic markers. Nuvalent's innovative pipeline of small molecule inhibitors targets drug resistance and mutations in cancer treatment—a strategic addition to GSK's portfolio aimed at enhancing its position amidst rapid advancements and intense competition in oncology. In diabetes and obesity management, Eli Lilly is advancing with its new oral GLP-1 receptor agonist, Foundayo (orforglipron), which has shown competitive efficacy over oral semaglutide. Analysts see Lilly's progress as strengthening its leadership in the growing obesity drug market. Similarly, AstraZeneca is making progress with its own GLP-1 candidate, elecoglipron, as phase 2 data sets the stage for pivotal studies. Promising clinical trial data from Eli Lilly's retatrutide for obesity-related conditions and AstraZeneca's elecoglipron suggest a strengthening pipeline for GLP-1 receptor agonists known for their dual effects on weight management and glycemic control. On the diagnostics front, Roche reaffirms its €600 million investment in Germany amid industry retrenchments by companies like Eli Lilly and Boehringer Ingelheim. However, Roche remains cautious about future risks due to shifting economic conditions. The financial dynamics within biotech are also noteworthy. Parabilis Medicines is planning a potentially record-setting IPO following Kailera Therapeutics' successful public offering earlier this year. These trends indicate strong investor confidence and an influx of funding towards innovative cancer therapies. Meanwhile, CeQur's $100 million Series E funding round aims at accelerating insulin patch delivery systems' commercial growth—highlighting ongoing innovation in diabetes management solutions. Regulatory updates reveal AstraZeneca facing reprimands from the UK marketing watchdog due to repeated breaches related to LinkedIn activities—an ongoing challenge in pharmaceutical marketing compliance. The integration of digital health solutions continues apace as ixlayer partners with Vertex Pharmaceuticals to launch a digital acute pain management platform. This initiative aims at improving patient care by reducing reliance on opioid-based treatments. These developments paint a picture of an industry where scientific innovations, regulatory hurdles, and technological advancements intersect to shape future therapeutic landscapes. Precision oncology is another area witnessing substantial growth. The landscape also sees notable activity in rare disease therapeutics. Johnson & Johnson's Talvey has gained acceptance in Scotland for treating relapsed multiple myeloma using bispecific antibody technology—a trend toward leveraging immune system targeting technologies to enhance cancer treatment efficacy. Moreover, Zai Lab's Tivdak received approval from China's NMPA for cervical cancer treatment based on Phase 3 data, highlighting the rise of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) as potent oncology therapies due to their targeted delivery mechanisms. On the research collaboration front, AlzeCure Pharma's partnership with Eli Lilly focuses on Alzheimer's disease research through Alzstatin ACD680—a small molecule targeting neurodegenerative pathways—a testament to the collaborative efforts needed to tackle complex diseases like Alzheimer's. However, challenges persist as Bial discontinued its GCase activator program after failing Phase 2b trials for Parkinson's patients with GBA1 variants—a stark reminder of the high-risk nature inherent in drug development despite initial promise. These myriad developments underscore a vibrant period within pharmaceutical and biotech sectors where scientific advancements rapidly translate into actionable therapies promising substantial improvements in patient care by addressing unmet medical needs globally.Support the show

“I think it’s the most exciting period in cancer discovery and development that I’ve experienced over the last 25 years,” says Susan Galbraith, executive vice president of oncology R&D at AstraZeneca. Galbraith joins Bloomberg Intelligence analyst Sam Fazeli fresh from the ASCO conference to unpack how ctDNA, earlier intervention and next-generation oncology platforms could reshape cancer care. They discuss AstraZeneca’s Stride regimen in liver cancer, Serena-6 in breast cancer, progress in pancreatic cancer and the company’s push across ADCs, bispecifics, CAR-T and radio conjugates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Javier Cortés, MD, PhD / Laura Huppert, MD - Novel Uses for Trusted Tools: Investigational Approaches for TROP2-Directed ADCs in Advanced Breast Cancer

Javier Cortés, MD, PhD / Laura Huppert, MD - Novel Uses for Trusted Tools: Investigational Approaches for TROP2-Directed ADCs in Advanced Breast Cancer

Javier Cortés, MD, PhD / Laura Huppert, MD - Novel Uses for Trusted Tools: Investigational Approaches for TROP2-Directed ADCs in Advanced Breast Cancer

Toxicities related to antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) can significantly impact quality of life for patients with locally advanced or metastatic bladder cancer, but data-driven programs can help multidisciplinary teams manage some of the most challenging adverse events. In this episode, CANCER BUZZ speaks with Cindy Y. Jiang, MD, assistant professor at MD Anderson Cancer Center, about how her institution conducted and implemented research to aid management of rashes and peripheral neuropathy associated with the ADC enfortumab vedotin combined with pembrolizumab. Guest:  Cindy Y. Jiang, MD Assistant Professor Department of GU Medical Oncology MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, TX "It's important to assemble this team before you start on any sort of journey, because as oncologists, we're definitely not experts in skin rashes or neurological issues, and so you really need to rely heavily on those collaborators." — Cindy Y. Jiang, MD Resources: Bladder Cancer Antibody-Drug Conjugates

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we delve into a range of fascinating advancements in the industry, each with significant implications for future patient care and drug development. At the recent American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2026 conference, Akeso's ivonescimab, a pioneering PD-1xVEGF bispecific antibody, demonstrated a 34% reduction in death risk when combined with chemotherapy for first-line lung cancer treatment. This marks a pivotal moment in cancer therapeutics, illustrating how bispecific antibodies can enhance treatment efficacy. The evolving landscape of cancer treatment continues to highlight the importance of these innovative approaches. Johnson & Johnson's Erleada has shown promising results in prostate cancer, achieving positive outcomes in its Phase 3 Proteus study. The trial emphasized the efficacy of Erleada when administered perioperatively to prostate cancer patients, indicating a shift towards more personalized and comprehensive care that incorporates targeted therapies before and after surgery. In another significant breakthrough, Lilly's Retemvo exhibited dramatic results in early-stage lung cancer with RET fusion-positive markers, reducing disease progression or death by 83% as adjuvant therapy. This underscores the critical role of molecularly targeted therapies for patients with specific genetic profiles, offering hope for improved survival outcomes. On the frontlines of infectious diseases, Shionogi's COVID-19 antiviral Xocova has received FDA approval as a post-exposure prophylactic. This milestone highlights the challenging yet dynamic landscape of antiviral drug development, offering a new tool in managing COVID-19 exposures after previous challenges in demonstrating effectiveness as a treatment. MannKind's inhaled insulin, Afrezza, has been approved for pediatric use. This approval could rejuvenate its market presence by providing a more convenient insulin delivery system aimed at improving adherence and glycemic control among younger patients. In oncology news, Pfizer's Talzenna combination therapy received broader FDA approval for castration-sensitive prostate cancer. This positions it as a competitive option against Johnson & Johnson's PARP inhibitor combination therapy. Additionally, AstraZeneca's Imfinzi and Imjudo combination showed promise in early-stage liver cancer by reducing disease progression risks by 30%, broadening immunotherapy applications. The market dynamics are also shifting with significant strategic movements like Eli Lilly's acquisition of Kelonia Therapeutics for $3.2 billion. This decision is driven by promising in vivo CAR-T data demonstrating unprecedented response rates and reflects the increasing importance of innovative CAR-T therapies in oncology. Eli Lilly's Kelonia Therapeutics' cell therapy showcased an impressive 100% response rate in a Phase 1 trial for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma. This CAR-T therapy targets the BCMA antigen and could revolutionize treatment paradigms by offering more effective responses. Meanwhile, Pfizer's transformative research on RAS inhibitors holds potential to redefine treatment paradigms in pancreatic cancer—a notoriously difficult-to-treat type due to its complex biology. Revolution Medicines aims to maintain its leadership within this space amidst growing competition. Revolution Medicines also reported compelling results with their KRAS inhibitor, which nearly doubles survival rates for metastatic pancreatic cancer patients harboring KRAS mutations. Given the historically poor prognosis associated with pancreatic cancer, these findings represent a significant advancement in managing this aggressive type. In ovarian cancer research, Gilead's TUB-040 demonstrated a 61% tumor response rate for platinum-resistant ovarian cancer in a Phase 1 trial. This highlights the potential of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) to overcome resistance mechanisms and improve outcomes in difficult-to-treat cancers. Regulatory updates include Johnson & Johnson receiving FDA label expansion for Tremfya to inhibit structural joint damage in active psoriatic arthritis patients. This expansion provides broader treatment options for patients suffering from debilitating conditions by reinforcing the role of IL-23 inhibitors in autoimmune disease management. Strategic partnerships are also shaping drug development's future landscape. Notably, Servier's acquisition of Edgewise Therapeutics' muscular dystrophy unit underscores growing focus on rare diseases and neuromuscular disorders. Eli Lilly's agreements with Haisco Pharmaceutical and Hanmi Pharm reflect ongoing R&D investments aimed at expanding therapeutic portfolios across various indications. These developments illustrate a broader trend toward personalized medicine and targeted therapies that enhance treatment efficacy by leveraging specific genetic or molecular characteristics. Despite advancements, challenges remain as exemplified by Oculis' OCS-01 failing Phase 3 trials for diabetic macular edema—highlighting inherent risks in drug development. Overall, these updates underscore significant scientific progress and promise improvements in patient outcomes through novel therapeutic approaches and collaborative efforts within this vibrant industry landscape.Support the show

This episode with Gopa Iyer from MSKCC explores the latest advances in antibody drug conjugates (ADCs) in urothelial cancer, including data from EV302, novel ADCs targeting Nectin-4, and sequencing strategies. Experts discuss efficacy, safety, biomarkers, and future directions in bladder cancer treatment.

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Recent updates offer a fascinating glimpse into an industry marked by dynamic shifts and groundbreaking advancements, each promising to reshape the future of healthcare. Let's delve into some of the most notable developments that are capturing attention across the globe. Starting with Eli Lilly's obesity medication, Zepbound, which has regained insurance coverage through CVS Caremark. This decision is emblematic of a broader recognition of obesity as a significant health issue that demands comprehensive treatment solutions. The reinstatement of coverage enables more patients to access Zepbound, potentially setting a benchmark for other insurers and leading to improved health outcomes. Shifting focus to oncology, AbbVie has secured FDA approval for a new therapy derived from its acquisition of ImmunoGen, adding to its portfolio of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) with Elahere. This development underscores the escalating value of ADCs in precision cancer therapies, offering innovative solutions for targeting cancer cells while preserving healthy tissues. Japan's pharmaceutical R&D stance is under examination as Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi meets with over 20 industry leaders to discuss maintaining the nation's competitive edge. This gathering highlights a global race among nations to enhance their R&D capabilities, ensuring leadership in pharmaceutical innovations. In neuroscience, Novartis's relentless pursuit to conquer the blood-brain barrier reflects ongoing efforts to revolutionize treatments for neurological disorders. Despite recent advancements, Novartis continues to explore new strategies for drug delivery to the brain, aiming to unlock therapies for conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Viridian Therapeutics' collaboration with Wuxi Biologics marks a notable push in the eye drug market, positioning them against major players like Amgen. This partnership emphasizes manufacturing capability as a critical factor in ensuring resilient supply chains and competitive advantage. The hepatitis B treatment landscape has witnessed significant progress with GSK's phase 3 trial results for its drug Bepirovirsen. Achieving a functional cure in around one-fifth of patients signifies a major step forward in addressing this widespread disease. The potential to reduce lifelong antiviral therapy and lower liver cancer rates illustrates the transformative impact of nucleic acid-based therapies. Leadership dynamics also play a crucial role in pharma strategies. PharmaEssentia's appointment of Eric Vogel highlights the industry's reliance on seasoned talent to drive market expansion and broaden therapeutic indications, particularly for its rare blood cancer drug Besremi. In longevity research, Human Longevity's collaboration with Insilico Medicine introduces Human Life Foundation Models (HLFM), leveraging AI and genomics to extend human lifespan. This initiative is part of a broader trend integrating cutting-edge technologies into healthcare research, reflecting an evolving focus on longevity and genomic sciences. Regulatory landscapes are also evolving, as seen with CMS finalizing changes to the No Surprises Act dispute resolution process. By streamlining arbitration amidst rising disputes, these updates aim to refine healthcare policy frameworks for more efficient stakeholder service. Meanwhile, biosimilar approvals are gaining traction globally. ANVISA's approval of EMS's Ozivy in Brazil introduces a cost-effective alternative to Novo Nordisk's semaglutide (Ozempic) for type 2 diabetes. This step enhances access to affordable diabetes treatments, crucial for managing this prevalent metabolic disorder. In clinical trials innovation, D&D Pharmatech's Zabopegdutide has shown promising Phase 2 results for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), indicating fibrosis improvement and potential disease resolution. These findings underscore dual receptor agonists' therapeutic promise in tackling complex metabolic conditions. Additionally, Kailera Therapeutics' KAI-4729 demonstrates significant weight loss in Phase 1 obesity trials, potentially reshaping the obesity treatment landscape by offering superior weight management options compared to existing therapies. Funding rounds like Secretome Therapeutics' successful $30 million Series A highlight ongoing investments in regenerative medicine and cell-based therapies, propelling advancements in cardiovascular disease treatment pipelines. The acquisition landscape remains active with CordenPharma's purchase of AmbioPharm, expanding peptide manufacturing capabilities across U.S. and China markets. This move meets growing demand for peptide APIs vital in drug development processes. Technological innovation remains pivotal as Biohub releases an AI World Model for protein biology to expedite therapeutic discovery processes. This tool exemplifies computational biology's integration into drug discovery efforts, enhancing efficiency and innovation. Overall, these developments illustrate a vibrant pharmaceutical and biotech landscape characterized by scientific breakthroughs, strategic partnerships, regulatory achievements, and technological advancements—all aimed at advancing patient care and expanding therapeutic possibilities across diverse medical domains. As these trends continue unfolding, they promise not only improved treatment outcomes but also a more robust global healthcare ecosystem committed to innovation and excellence. Thank you for tuning into Pharma Daily; stay informed as we continue bringing you the latest from this rapidly evolving industry.Support the show

At ASCO among presentations focused on pancreatic cancer innovation beyond KRAS; however, abstracts for the cancer conference also highlight ADCs, bispecifics and diagnostics that are broadening the field's approach to the cancer. On the latest BioCentury This Week podcast, BioCentury's analysts discuss Revolution's daraxonrasib, other readouts to watch for in pancreatic cancer and what else is on BioCentury's radar at this year's American Society of Clinical Oncology meeting.BioCentury's analysts also discuss a push by China hawks in Congress to get the Trump administration to invoke national security powers to narrow Chinese life sciences companies' access to U.S. markets, technology and capital; an initiative by Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) that seeks to modernize how clinical trials are conducted in the U.S.; and a BioCentury analysis on new antibody-drug conjugate linker techniques. This episode of the BioCentury podcast is brought to you by Jeito Capital.View full story: https://www.biocentury.com/article/659581 #Biopharma #ASCO2026 #PancreaticCancer #ClinicalTrials #ADCInnovation00:01 - Sponsor Message: Jeito Capital02:26 - ASCO Preview14:24 - U.S. China Policy22:48 - Modernizing U.S. trials27:17 - Optimizing ADC LinkersTo submit a question to BioCentury's editors, email the BioCentury This Week team at podcasts@biocentury.com.Reach us by sending a text

From Discovery to Delivery: Charting Progress in Gynecologic Oncology, hosted by Ursula A. Matulonis, MD, brings expert insights into the most recent breakthroughs, evolving standards, and emerging therapies across gynecologic cancers. Dr Matulonis is chief of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology and the Brock-Wilson Family Chair at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, as well as a professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School, both in Boston, Massachusetts.In this episode, Dr Matulonis was joined by Meghan E. Shea, MD, an attending medical oncologist and ambulatory medical director and disease program leader for medical oncology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. Together, they explored the current landscape of cervical cancer, from the urgent need for expanded vaccination and screening to the evolving role of immunotherapy and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) across disease settings.Dr Shea opened by addressing the epidemiology of cervical cancer, noting that despite decades of progress, rates are now plateauing and rising among women under 50 years of age. She identified 3 interrelated drivers of this trend: declining rates of routine gynecologic screening, inconsistent uptake of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, and persistent high-risk HPV infections, particularly HPV 16 and 18, which are responsible for most cases. The conversation then turned to the effect of immunotherapy on cervical cancer treatment. Dr Shea traced the evolution of pembrolizumab (Keytruda) from its initial 2018 approval as a single agent in recurrent/metastatic disease to its more recent integration into the frontline setting. The phase 3 KEYNOTE-A18 trial (NCT04221945) demonstrated that adding pembrolizumab to standard weekly cisplatin-based chemoradiation significantly improved outcomes for patients with locally advanced disease. Although responses to immunotherapy, when they occur, are often durable, Dr Shea acknowledged that response rates remain lower than anticipated for a virally driven malignancy, underscoring the need for novel combinations and a deeper understanding of resistance mechanisms. Drs Matulonis and Shea both agreed that immunotherapy combined with ADCs represents one of the most compelling directions for the field, with phase 2 data for sacituzumab tirumotecan plus pembrolizumab generating interest ahead of anticipated phase 3 results.On the ADC front, Dr Shea reviewed the 2 agents in this class that are currently FDA-approved for cervical cancer. Tisotumab vedotin-tftv (Tivdak) offers the advantage of biomarker-independent use, though its requirement for ophthalmologic monitoring at every treatment visit creates real-world access challenges outside major academic centers. Trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki (Enhertu), approved in the HER2 immunohistochemistry 3+ setting based in part on the results of the phase 2 DESTINY-PanTumor02 trial (NCT04482309), has generated robust response rates but is most likely to benefit patients with adenocarcinoma. Dr Shea also highlighted additional targets under investigation, including Trop-2, Nectin-4, and B7-H4, with multiple phase 3 trials ongoing in both the frontline and recurrent settings.The discussion closed with a look at the locally advanced disease landscape, where the NRG Oncology cooperative group is conducting a phase 3 trial to evaluate whether integrating the neoadjuvant carboplatin/paclitaxel regimen from the INTERLACE trial (NCT01566240) with the pembrolizumab-based regimen from KEYNOTE-A18 can further improve outcomes and reduce the morbidity associated with brachytherapy. Dr Shea expressed optimism about this question, citing preliminary experience suggesting that neoadjuvant chemotherapy may reduce the need for invasive radiation techniques.

Welcome back to the Oncology Brothers podcast! In this episode, we were joined by Dr. Erika Hamilton from the Sarah Cannon Cancer Research Institute to discuss the latest advancements in breast cancer treatment following ESMO Breast 2026. Listen us on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31BXhY9FM4gPWG10WgE11o Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oncology-brothers-practice-changing-cancer-discussions/id1653340966 Follow us on social media: X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/oncbrothers ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers Website: https://oncbrothers.com/ We dived into key studies and recent FDA approvals, including: The exciting approval of Vepdegestrant from the VERITAC-2 study for ESR1-mutated breast cancer. The importance of ovarian function suppression in premenopausal patients, even with the advent of oral SERDs. Updates on HER2-positive disease treatments, including the newly approved T-DXd in neoadjuvant settings and the implications of de-escalation strategies. Insights from the SATEEN and BRE-354 studies on the use of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) after previous ADC treatments. A look at the Dato-DXd and Sacituzumab in frontline triple-negative breast cancer and how to choose between them. Join us as we unpack these critical findings and their implications for clinical practice. Don't forget to check out our other episodes for more treatment algorithms and conference highlights. Stay tuned for ASCO 2026, and remember, we are the Oncology Brothers! #ESMO2026, #ESR1mutation, #BreastCancerResearch, #PrecisionMedicine, #OncologyBrothers

Good morning from Pharma Daily: the podcast that brings you the most important developments in the pharmaceutical and biotech world. Today, we're diving into a series of noteworthy advancements and challenges that are shifting the landscape of drug development and patient care. Starting with AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo, their Trop2-directed antibody-drug conjugate, Datroway, has secured FDA approval for first-line treatment in triple-negative breast cancer. This form of cancer is notoriously aggressive and offers limited treatment options, making this approval a significant milestone. It positions Datroway as a key player in the ADC market targeting TNBC, highlighting the increasing role of antibody-drug conjugates in oncology. This advancement not only expands therapeutic options for patients but also emphasizes the growing importance of ADCs in effectively targeting cancer cells while sparing healthy tissues. In another exciting development, Merck and Kelun Biotech have reported on their SAC-TMT ADC, which when paired with Keytruda, shows a profound impact on PD-L1-positive non-small cell lung cancer patients. Their combination therapy demonstrated a remarkable 65% reduction in disease progression or death compared to Keytruda alone. Presented at the ASCO annual meeting, these findings could potentially revolutionize first-line treatments for NSCLC, further underscoring the promising therapeutic potential of combining ADCs with immunotherapies. However, AstraZeneca faced a setback with a novel breast cancer drug as an FDA advisory committee recommended against its approval. Interestingly, the European Medicines Agency provided a favorable opinion, illustrating the divergent regulatory landscapes across continents. Such discrepancies highlight the complex regulatory environment pharmaceutical companies must navigate and could influence strategic decisions regarding market focus. On the legal front, Eli Lilly is embroiled in controversy over an alleged $200 million rebate fraud scheme involving its diabetes drug, Trulicity. This situation sheds light on ongoing issues within pharmaceutical distribution channels and raises questions about compliance and oversight mechanisms necessary to prevent such financial misconduct. Meanwhile, industry dynamics continue to evolve as AbbVie announced workforce reductions in its Allergan Aesthetics unit. This move reflects broader trends where companies streamline operations to prioritize core competencies and promising therapeutic areas. From a regulatory perspective, Maat Pharma's decision to seek re-examination for its graft-versus-host disease medication underscores the iterative nature of drug approval processes. Persistence in addressing regulatory feedback remains crucial as companies strive for successful market entry. In obesity management, Novo Nordisk's oral GLP-1 receptor agonist, Wegovy, gains traction as a convenient treatment option. The shift towards oral medications could significantly improve patient adherence and outcomes by offering an easier alternative to injections. Biogen's decision to terminate its collaboration with Denali Therapeutics after unsuccessful phase 2 trials for a Parkinson's disease candidate highlights the inherent risks in neurological drug development. Rigorous clinical evaluation remains essential to ensure efficacy before advancing therapies further. Despite these advancements, challenges persist as Biogen and Denali's BIIB122 failed in phase 2b trials for idiopathic Parkinson's disease. This underscores the complexity of neurological disorders and emphasizes the need for continued innovation targeting LRRK2 kinase inhibitors. In the realm of CAR-T therapies, Novartis' T-Charge platform faces competition from emerging in vivo technologies. This competitive landscape demonstrates rapid evolution within cell therapy domains, aiming to enhance efficacy and accessibility for patients. Meanwhile, strategic mergers and acquisitions continue as Liminatus Pharma acquires CAR-T biotech Innocsai for $320 million, underscoring sustained interest in oncology cell therapies. Switching gears to Eli Lilly's recent Phase 3 TRIUMPH-1 trial results for retatrutide, they reveal promising weight loss outcomes comparable to bariatric surgery. As a triple hormone receptor agonist targeting GLP-1, retatrutide holds significant potential in addressing obesity—a condition with profound public health implications. Medtronic's acquisition of SPR Therapeutics to enhance its chronic pain portfolio reflects a focus on minimally invasive treatments. Financially, Research Alliance III raised $75 million through a SPAC IPO targeting mergers with China-based biotech firms, signaling increased global collaboration within the sector. Dandelion Health's $14 million Series A funding aims to advance clinical intelligence platforms that could transform drug development through data analytics. Finally, Moderna's mRNA-based flu vaccine is set for review by the FDA's vaccine advisory committee after overcoming initial regulatory hurdles. This scrutiny highlights ongoing challenges faced by novel vaccine technologies within rigorous regulatory environments. In summary, these developments illustrate an industry at the forefront of scientific innovation while grappling with regulatory complexities and operational challenges. From antibody-drug conjugates and immunotherapy combinations to gene editing and advanced cell therapies, there's a clear commitment to improving patient outcomes through novel scientific approaches. As these trends evolve, they promise to redefine treatment landscapes across various therapeutic areas—offering new opportunities for scientific advancements and enhanced patient care worldwide.Support the show

Marco Quarta is co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Rubedo Life Sciences, a precision-therapeutics company developing medicines that target the pathological cell states that drive age-associated disease. Marco's first appearance on the show was three years ago, in February 2023 (Episode 35), when Rubedo was a much earlier-stage company committed to the then-contrarian premise that "the senescent cell" is not a single entity but a heterogeneous family of cell states that needs to be deconvoluted at the single-cell level. In March 2026, Rubedo reported preliminary Phase 1b/2a clinical data for its lead candidate, RLS-1496, a first-in-class topical GPX4 modulator. Marco returns to the show to discuss what survived contact with human biology.In this episode, Chris and Marco unpack the readout from Rubedo's basket trial across four skin indications — psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, actinic keratosis, and photoaged skin — and the biology that underlies it. RLS-1496 came clean on safety in all four indications, with significant efficacy signals despite small patient numbers and short (20–30 day) treatment courses. More provocatively, the clinical and translational data have pushed Marco to redefine what kind of drug this actually is. Rather than a next-generation senolytic, GPX4 modulation appears to act as a state-gating intervention: it triggers ferroptosis in deeply senescent cells that have already crossed a redox threshold, while inducing a hormetic "redox reset" in stressed-but-recoverable cells that restores them to a healthier state. Marco proposes a new category to capture this dual action — adaptive senotherapeutics, or senoadaptive drugs — distinct from senolytics and senomorphics.The conversation traces the arc from Rubedo's founding thesis to a clinically validated platform (ALEMBIC, the AI-enabled single-cell multiomics engine that surfaced GPX4 as a target), through the strategic logic of leading with skin, into the broader question every longevity-biotech founder eventually has to answer: when does a disease-by-disease franchise become a credible preventive geroscience platform? Marco lays out the GLP-1 analogy explicitly — an anchor indication and a label-expansion roadmap that could carry GPX4 modulation from dermatology into respiratory, neurodegenerative, and metabolic disease, and ultimately into the use case where biomarkers of cellular senescence flag patients for therapy decades before disease becomes clinically apparent.The Finer Details:How Marco's 2023 contrarian view — that "senescent cells" hide a tissue- and state-specific reality — has been reinforced by the clinic, and how Rubedo's framing has shifted from "targeting senescent cells" to "targeting pathological cell states"The biology of GPX4 as a lipid-peroxidation gatekeeper, why senescent cells have intrinsic vulnerabilities (p16, p21, CDK4/6 inhibition) that make them ferroptosis-sensitive, and how Rubedo's approach differs from oncology-focused GPX4 programs at Takeda and othersThe "senoadaptive" mechanism — RLS-1496 eliminates GPX4-dependent senescent cells via ferroptosis while triggering NRF2/Keap1-driven redox reset, autophagy, and epigenetic remodeling in recoverable cells, restoring tissue trajectory from degenerative to regenerativeWhy Rubedo led with skin: clean regulatory path, accessible tissue, the ability to read out aging biology anddisease in the same trial, and a label-expansion runway into systemic indicationsPhase 1b (Europe) and Phase 2a (US) basket-trial results across psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, photoaged skin, and actinic keratosis: clean safety in 4/4 indications and significant efficacy signals — itch reduction in atopic dermatitis, decreased lesional thickness in psoriasis, target-engagement-correlated clinical improvement in photoaged skinThe richness of the translational dataset: biopsies, tape-stripping, spatial transcriptomics, proteomics, multiplex histomics, plasma biomarkers — all feeding back into ALEMBIC to refine the platformWhy actinic keratosis is the most strategically important indication — an age-related, chronic-inflammatory, precancerous condition where Rubedo can simultaneously test disease modification and biological-age reversalThe Rubedo–Beiersdorf partnership and the cosmetic vertical as a parallel commercial axisPipeline beyond skin: targeting aberrant basaloid stem cells in IPF and other pulmonary indications using different modalities (prodrugs, PROTACs, ADCs) to achieve cell-state selectivityThe longer-arc vision: senescence biomarkers as a "prediabetes-style" early signal, with senoadaptive drugs deployed decades before disease — and what a GLP-1-scale franchise might look like for GPX4 modulationQuotes:"There is not such a thing as a senescent cell — like there is not a cancer cell. And that was the initial idea. I'm glad that over time the field evolved. Now this is an accepted concept in the senotherapeutic space.""We are really talking about a dual function of RLS-1496 that can modulate the cell state depending on the adaptive response. That's why we call this — de facto — a new class of senotherapeutics. We call them adaptive senotherapeutics, or senoadaptive drugs — not a senolytic or a senomorphic, but working by modulating the cell state.""The best animal model for human therapies is human. As much as you can do preclinical work in animal models, it's always an approximation. We were able to test this directly in patients for safety, and in 4 out of 4 indications, we didn't have any safety signal.""Imagine you're taking care of a growing tree, and this tree has some dead leaves and some are a little bit stressed. If you shake the tree, the dead leaves will fall; the healthy leaves will not, because they're healthy and they resist the shake. But that shake actually gives the stressed leaves space and breathing room, and helps them to regain vitality. That's a little bit what GPX4 modulation does.""Senotherapeutics is a large, growing field — an untapped therapeutic opportunity. There is no such thing as a pan-senolytic or a pan-senotherapeutic, like there is no pan-oncotherapeutic. You need to understand the context. But these will all be part of the arsenal for true longevity medicine.""I don't see this as prevention of disease. The way I see therapies like ours, and the way the field of longevity is developing, is treating diseases decades before they develop. That's not a new concept — that's what we're doing in diabetes. You can be diagnosed with prediabetes today and reverse those biomarkers with lifestyle changes or metformin, and maybe never develop diabetes. That's exactly what we're doing here.""First of all, celebrating the first approved drugs from Rubedo — I don't think we're too far from that. But that's also a beginning, because you learn from the big momentum the GLP-1 agonists created: how a drug can start in one indication, create a new field, and prove that you can go beyond that. I hope in a few years we come back and talk about the next GLP-1 — this could be GPX4 modulators, or the senoadaptive drugs that are first in our pipeline."Links:Rubedo Life Sciences: https://www.rubedolife.comMarco Quarta's previous appearance on Translating Aging: Ep 35 — Targeting Pathologic Cells to Preserve Biological Youth

Please visit answersincme.com/860/101385133-replay to participate, download slides and supporting materials, complete the post test, and get a certificate. Presented by Peter A. Fasching, MD; Michael Gnant, MD, FACS; and Cristina Saura Manich, MD, PhD. In this activity, experts in breast cancer discuss new evidence in neoadjuvant and adjuvant care of early disease. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Describe multidisciplinary viewpoints on the role that HER2-directed ADCs may play in the (neo)adjuvant setting for HER2-positive early-stage breast cancer; Evaluate evidence for the (neo)adjuvant use of HER2-directed ADCs in the multidisciplinary management of HER2-positive early-stage breast cancer; and Formulate evidence-based multidisciplinary strategies to optimally incorporate (neo)adjuvant HER2-directed ADCs into the treatment paradigm for HER2-positive early-stage breast cancer.

Marty Makary wasn't the only official on the outs at FDA last week in another tumultuous turn of events for the regulatory agency. On the latest BioCentury This Week podcast, BioCentury Washington Editor Steve Usdin discusses who's in, who's out and what's next at FDA — and why the changes may mean more conservative decision-making at the agency in the near term.BioCentury's analysts also discuss the new obesity targets that came to light at last week's annual meeting of the European Congress on Obesity, the market for biotech IPOs, and the emergence of degrader-antibody conjugates. DACs pair the tissue-targeting logic of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) with the catalytic activity of protein degraders. 3C Therapeutics is the latest entrant to the field, pitching its TriCore platform as a modular backbone for DAC generation. This episode of the BioCentury podcast is brought to you by Jeito Capital.View full story: https://www.biocentury.com/article/659510#FDA #ObesityDrugDevelopment #BiotechIPO #DACs #Biopharma00:01 - Sponsor Message: Jeito Capital 02:53 - FDA Leadership Shakeup10:35 - Obesity Target Hunt16:07 - Biotech IPOs20:02 - Degrader-antibody Conjugates28:42 - Serif: Non-viral DNATo submit a question to BioCentury's editors, email the BioCentury This Week team at podcasts@biocentury.com.Reach us by sending a text

Dr. Mayank Gandhi, CEO of NEOK Bio, discusses the company's work on bispecific antibody drug conjugates and the limitations of conventional ADCs, which target a single antigen. Using a bispecific antibody to target two unique antigens on a tumor can address the shortcomings of earlier approaches by improving delivery of the toxic payload, overcoming tumor heterogeneity, and reducing off-target toxicity.  NEOK has drugs in development for prostate cancer, and lung, head, neck, and gastrointestinal tumors. The trend for ADCs is toward multi-specific and multi-payload drugs, though Mayank warns it is not a simple task to go from one to many in designing these drug conjugates. Mayank explains, "There have been a lot of advancements in the last couple of decades, and especially the last few years, in various modalities in the treatment of hematological cancers, as well as to a certain degree in solid tumors. However, for many, many solid tumors, there's still a high unmet need given the still significant outcome, poor outcomes that patients experience, particularly with patients having metastatic disease across a variety of solid tumors. Now, if you look at specific modality like ADC or antibody drug conjugates, which is where NEOK Bio is, there's been a renaissance, if you will, with this modality in the last five to six years, particularly after the approval of a drug called Enhertu, which targets HER2 mutation. Now, many ADCs have been approved with different payloads. And so definitely that's made a dent in a variety of tumors, particularly in hematological cancers and select solid tumors as well."   "Conventional ADCs thus far target one antigen or one target on a tumor. So it's an antibody-based approach. The antibody is typically pursuing one specific antigen that's usually an antigen that's expressed on tumors selectively versus normal tissue or normal cells. And then you have a linker and a payload, usually a toxic payload that's conjugated via a linker to the antibody. So that's an antibody drug conjugate construct."   "Thus far, all the ADCs approved have been targeting only one antigen with a couple of different payloads. And so our bispecific approach is targeting two different antigens. If we use a bispecific antibody that targets two unique antigens on the tumor, we have more than one place that a potential antibody can bind and deliver the toxic payload. And then we have made some very significant improvements or changes in the antibody itself." #NEOKBio #DrugDevelopment #Innovation #AntibodyDrugConjugates #ADC #Oncology #Biotech#Oncology #SolidTumors #BispecificADC #CancerResearch #TranslationalResearch #MedicalOncology #HematologyOncology #ClinicalTrials #Biotech #Pharma #DrugDevelopment #PrecisionOncology #TumorMicroenvironment #TargetedTherapy NEOKBio.com Listen to the podcast here

Dr. Mayank Gandhi, CEO of NEOK Bio, discusses the company's work on bispecific antibody drug conjugates and the limitations of conventional ADCs, which target a single antigen. Using a bispecific antibody to target two unique antigens on a tumor can address the shortcomings of earlier approaches by improving delivery of the toxic payload, overcoming tumor heterogeneity, and reducing off-target toxicity.  NEOK has drugs in development for prostate cancer, and lung, head, neck, and gastrointestinal tumors. The trend for ADCs is toward multi-specific and multi-payload drugs, though Mayank warns it is not a simple task to go from one to many in designing these drug conjugates. Mayank explains, "There have been a lot of advancements in the last couple of decades, and especially the last few years, in various modalities in the treatment of hematological cancers, as well as to a certain degree in solid tumors. However, for many, many solid tumors, there's still a high unmet need given the still significant outcome, poor outcomes that patients experience, particularly with patients having metastatic disease across a variety of solid tumors. Now, if you look at specific modality like ADC or antibody drug conjugates, which is where NEOK Bio is, there's been a renaissance, if you will, with this modality in the last five to six years, particularly after the approval of a drug called Enhertu, which targets HER2 mutation. Now, many ADCs have been approved with different payloads. And so definitely that's made a dent in a variety of tumors, particularly in hematological cancers and select solid tumors as well."   "Conventional ADCs thus far target one antigen or one target on a tumor. So it's an antibody-based approach. The antibody is typically pursuing one specific antigen that's usually an antigen that's expressed on tumors selectively versus normal tissue or normal cells. And then you have a linker and a payload, usually a toxic payload that's conjugated via a linker to the antibody. So that's an antibody drug conjugate construct."   "Thus far, all the ADCs approved have been targeting only one antigen with a couple of different payloads. And so our bispecific approach is targeting two different antigens. If we use a bispecific antibody that targets two unique antigens on the tumor, we have more than one place that a potential antibody can bind and deliver the toxic payload. And then we have made some very significant improvements or changes in the antibody itself." #NEOKBio #DrugDevelopment #Innovation #AntibodyDrugConjugates #ADC #Oncology #Biotech#Oncology #SolidTumors #BispecificADC #CancerResearch #TranslationalResearch #MedicalOncology #HematologyOncology #ClinicalTrials #Biotech #Pharma #DrugDevelopment #PrecisionOncology #TumorMicroenvironment #TargetedTherapy NEOKBio.com Download the transcript here

Breast Cancer Briefing, hosted by Sara Nunnery, MD, MSCI, a breast medical oncologist and the director of Breast Cancer Research at Tennessee Oncology in Nashville, is a podcast series that breaks down the latest news in breast cancer research, one conversation at a time.In part 2 of this conversation, filmed live onsite at the 43rd Annual Miami Breast Cancer Conference, Dr Nunnery sat down with Irene Morae Kang, MD, an assistant professor in the Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research and the medical director of Women's Health Medical Oncology at City of Hope Orange County in Irvine, California.Their discussion focuses on the rapidly evolving treatment paradigm for first-line metastatic triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), including the emergence of new data that is shifting standards of care. Dr Kang explained that TNBC is defined by the absence of estrogen, progesterone, and HER2 receptors, which historically restricted treatment options to non-targeted chemotherapy. A primary focus of the conversation was the role of PD-L1 expression and the use of immunotherapy. Dr Kang described PD-L1 as a checkpoint inhibitor protein on cancer cells that shuts off the immune system. By blocking this protein, oncologists can keep the body's T-cells vigilant to fight the cancer. However, she noted that immunotherapy is typically reserved for the approximately 40% of patients who express PD-L1 and may be contraindicated for those with active autoimmune diseases or a history of severe immune-related toxicities.The dialogue transitioned into the use of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). Dr Kang reviewed data from major trials using TROP2-targeting ADCs in the first-line setting. Dr Kang emphasized the importance of using these highly effective agents early, as many patients with TNBC do not survive to receive a second line of therapy.Finally, Dr Kang highlighted the distinct toxicity profiles and administration schedules that guide clinical decision-making. Although sacituzumab govitecan-hziy (Trodelvy) is frequently associated with neutropenia and alopecia, the primary toxicities associated with datopotamab deruxtecan-dlnk (Dato-DXd; Datroway) are stomatitis and ocular adverse effects like dry eye. Using Dato-DXd in practice requires a rigorous prophylactic regimen, including steroid mouthwash and lubricating eye drops. Ultimately, Dr Kang noted that because efficacy appears similar between the 2 ADCs, the choice often rests on the patient's lifestyle, their ability to adhere to preventative AE protocols, and infusion schedule preference.