As U.S. Biosecure Act Passes the House, Four Things Biotechs Can Do to Prepare
The U.S. Senate may still reject the U.S. BIOSECURE Act , but the House of Representatives has now passed a version of the bill. Biotechs in both the P.R.C. and the U.S. therefore need to prepare for the new environment which it heralds. Michael Borden, Andrew Shoyer, and Ruchun Ji set out five steps to take now.
How, When, and If the U.S. BIOSECURE Act Is Likely to Become Law
Both U.S. and P.R.C.-based biotechs are anxiously watching attempts to pass the U.S. BIOSECURE Act into law. Michael Borden and Andrew Shoyer explain what this month’s developments mean, and why the legislation, even with so much attention and publicity, may never actually become law.
EU Investigation Into PRC Public Procurement for MedTech May Impact EU Market Access for PRC Companies
Concerns about the PRC’s medical devices procurement practices have led the EU to launch an investigation which could lead to the EU subjecting PRC companies, including MedTech companies, to market access restrictions in the EU. Sven De Knop, Lei Li and Maryanne Kamau explain.
Key Regulatory and Compliance Considerations for Early-Stage Life Sciences Companies and Their Investors
Early-stage life sciences companies and the investors that back them are laser-focused on evidenced-based development and approval hurdles. However, even at early stages, failure to adequately prioritize more nuanced regulatory and compliance issues can have a significant impact on exit value and create potential liability for investors and acquirers. Geoffrey Levin, Torrey Cope, Marie Manley, Donielle McCutcheon, Andrew Shoyer, Michele Tagliaferri, and Julea Lipiz highlight eight key areas for focus.
EU’s Overhaul Of Pharma Legislation Amended With Uneasy IP Compromises
On March 19, 2024, a set of 100 “Compromise Amendments” to the European Commission’s far-reaching overhaul of the EU’s rules for medicines, the Pharmaceutical Review, was adopted by the European Parliament’s ENVI Committee. Maarten Meulenbelt, Chris Boyle and Zina Chatzidimitriadou explain the main changes, associated risks, and next steps.
Points To Check When Selling Food Supplements Outside The U.S.
Major U.S. companies are expanding their vitamins, minerals, and botanicals businesses into Europe. Diane McEnroe, Anna-Shari Melin, and Nadja Schwarz explain what to consider in relation to formulation, labelling, and marketing language when targeting this market.
Deal Outlook for 2024 Includes GLP-1 Investments, APAC M&A, and More Spinoffs
Our lawyers share the top investment and regulatory trends from last month’s agenda-setting JP Morgan Health Care Conference. We expect an abundance of novel financing structures, investment focus on new disease states, and important new U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidance.
Forthcoming HHS Regulatory Actions and Opportunities Relevant for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers for the Rest of this Year and Next
Pharmaceutical manufacturers need to note some key forthcoming regulatory actions and opportunities which the Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) has recently published. Meena Datta and Catherine Starks give a bird’s eye view of the key points, the key dates and the stage which each new rule has reached.
China’s Generative AI Measures Could Affect Life Sciences Companies That Make Apps
Those medtech companies which embed AI into an app allowing healthcare professionals or patients to ask questions and to receive a response will probably need to comply with China’s new Interim Measures for the Management of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services (the “Measures”). Lianying Wang explains.
Europe’s Regulatory Approach to Continuous Learning AI
The regulation of continuous learning models involves the challenge of navigating the future. The EU is striving to stay ahead of the game with its forthcoming AI Act and harmonised standards. Eva von Mühlenen, Oliver Haase of Validate, and Leon Doorn of Aidance discuss.
