Hurdles to Harmonization

Don’t Sleep On The EU! Hurdles to Harmonization A Strategic Guide for Biotech and Pharma Facing FDA Setbacks in Rare Disease Therapy Development Experiencing a setback with the FDA in your rare disease therapy development can feel like a significant hurdle. However, it’s important to remember that the journey doesn’t end there. The European Medicines […]

The Global Ambition

Dont Sleep on the EU Global Ambition

Don’t Sleep On The EU! The Global Ambition The rare disease landscape is evolving rapidly, with groundbreaking scientific advancements and novel therapeutic approaches emerging at an unprecedented pace. For biotech and pharmaceutical companies venturing into this dynamic space, navigating the complex regulatory pathways for approval in both the US and Europe is paramount. A well-orchestrated […]

EU As A Launch Pad

EU As a Launch Pad

EU As A Launch Pad Think Global, Start European: A Strategic Launchpad for Rare Disease Therapies The global rare disease landscape is evolving rapidly, with increasing investment and a growing pipeline of innovative therapies. Yet, navigating the complex regulatory and market access pathways remains a significant challenge for biotech and pharmaceutical companies. In this context, […]

Bringing Cell Therapies to Rare Disease Patients in Europe

Bringing Cell Therapies to Rare Disease Patients in Europe

Bringing Cell Therapies to Rare Disease Patients in Europe Rare diseases are defined by sheer numbers of new patients per population. This definition is not helpful for the affected patient and his/her family. These conditions often lack effective treatment options due to their low prevalence. In addition, there are challenges in developing traditional pharmaceuticals for […]

Hope for Rare Diseases: Drug Repurposing for Better Patient Care in Europe

Drug Repurposing for Better Patient Care in Europe

Hope for Rare Diseases Drug Repurposing for Better Patient Care in Europe For patients with rare genetic diseases, the struggle extends far beyond the challenges of the disease itself. Multiple co-morbidities often accompany these conditions leading to complex polypharmacy treatment. The reliance on multiple medications exposes patients to a higher risk of adverse effects from […]

The Global Landscape of Rare Disease Treatments

The Global Landscape of Rare Disease Treatments

The Global Landscape of Rare Disease Treatments Legal and Regulatory Considerations for Pharma and Biotech Companies Rare diseases, affecting a small percentage of the population, often face a lack of research funding and treatment options. However, the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry is increasingly focusing on developing therapies for these conditions. To incentivize this crucial […]

ENSURING PATIENT ACCESS: The Crucial Role of Market Access for Drugs

Ensuring Patient Access: The Crucial Role of Market Access for Drugs

Ensuring Patient Access The Crucial Role of Market Access for Drugs Navigating the journey from clinical trials to market access requires a deep understanding of the European landscape. Partner Rare’s team of experts have extensive experience in designing and conducting clinical trials tailored to meet EU regulatory requirements, while simultaneously conducting market access research to […]

Navigating Gene Therapy Commercialization in Europe: A Q&A with Novartis’ Joshi Venugopal

Navigating Gene Therapy Commercialization in Europe A Q&A with Joshi Venugopal, General Manager of Gene Therapies and Rare Diseases, Europe Opinions expressed here are personal and not that of Novartis* Gene therapies hold immense promise for revolutionizing the treatment of rare diseases, offering potential cures where previously only symptom management was possible. However, the path […]

RARE DISEASE CLINICAL TRIALS: A Collaborative Approach to Design and Execution

Rare Disease Clinical Trials

Rare Disease Clinical Trials A Collaborative Approach to Design and Execution Patients who suffer from rare diseases need access to effective and safe medications. Given the low incidence of the diseases, the collaboration between regulatory authorities, producers, insurances, and market access teams is essential for pharmaceutical companies seeking to bring new medications to patients and […]

Demystifying the Maze: Centralized vs. National Procedures for Rare Disease Drug Registration in the EU

Demystifying The Maze Centralized vs. National Procedures for Rare Disease Drug Registration in the EU Introduction The European market presents a compelling opportunity for US pharma and biotech companies developing life-changing therapies for rare diseases.  Engaged patient communities and sophisticated healthcare systems create a fertile ground for innovation. However, navigating the intricacies of the European […]