Tag: #biotech

After One Baby’s Custom CRISPR Rescue, a Startup Bets on Made-to-Order Gene Editing

A one-off CRISPR therapy saved a baby with a lethal mutation. Now a Doudna-backed startup and a new FDA pathway aim to scale bespoke gene medicines.

#crispr, #geneediting, #rarediseases, #fda, #biotech

Merck Acquires Modifi Biosciences in $30 Million Deal to Strengthen Oncology Portfolio

Merck acquires Modifi Biosciences to boost its cancer treatment offerings amid upcoming Keytruda patent expiration.

#merck, #acquisition, #oncology, #biotech, #cancer

Merck KGaA to Acquire SpringWorks Therapeutics for $3.9 Billion

Merck KGaA to enhance its oncology portfolio with the $3.9B acquisition of SpringWorks Therapeutics, focusing on rare tumor treatments.

#merck, #springworks, #biotech, #oncology, #acquisition