Tokyo-based Healios will lead the global clinical studies for Athersys’ cell therapy MultiStem for ARDS and start US Phase II trials for trauma following their long-term collaboration.

Leaders of a new dermatology-focused biotech, which has launched with 14 development programs in its pipeline, explain the rationale behind the company creation and the ideal exit scenario.

Having adopted a similar model to set up Centessa, investment firm Medicxi is merging six of its portfolio companies to create an ambitious immuno-dermatology group.

Some 50 experts and executives in the biopharma sector shared their views on the major trends they expect to see driving change in the clinical trials arena in 2024. Artificial intelligence applied to clinical development, greater use of remote monitoring and increased patient diversity in trials were key themes.