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Biotech Act II: European Commission opens Call for Evidence on industrial biotechnology and biomanufacturing

The European Commission has opened a Call for Evidence on the upcoming Biotech Act II — with feedback open until 10 June 2026, inviting stakeholders to submit input that will help shape the initiative before a legislative proposal is prepared.
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EMA launches consultation on proof-of-concept data in paediatric oncology

This initiative is also highly relevant from a rare diseases perspective, as paediatric cancers are rare conditions where small patient populations make robust non‑clinical proof‑of‑concept data essential for responsible and ethical trial initiation.
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Towards animal-free testing: virtual control groups gain regulatory acceptance

For rare diseases, where research often relies on limited animal models and small development teams, the regulatory acceptance of virtual control groups could help streamline early non‑clinical studies while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety.
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EU rare disease action plan- European Added Value Assessment

This study investigates possible measures that could be taken at EU level to address these challenges. It finds significant European added value in harmonising coordination and access across the 27 Member States, mainly in terms of improved diagnostic tools and availability of medical treatment, better health outcomes, particularly lower infant mortality, and improved well-being of family members and caregivers.
Medicines

EMA starts review of Tavneos for rare autoimmune diseases GPA and MPA

The European Medicines Agency has begun a formal review of Tavneos (avacopan) after emerging information raised questions about the integrity of key clinical trial data supporting its EU authorisation, with potential implications for adults living with rare autoimmune vasculitis.
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Human genomics technologies in clinical studies – the research landscape: report on the 1990–2024 period

Published on 14 December, this WHO technical document maps global trends in registered clinical studies using human genomic technologies from 1990 to 2024, including patterns of inclusion and equity.
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Webinar on the use of platform technologies in the non-clinical and clinical domains

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ICH opens consultation on draft E22 guidance for patient preference studies

A draft ICH E22 guideline on patient preference studies is now open for public comment via the European Medicines Agency until 12 April 2026.
Pharmaceutical products

EU institutions agree next steps on reform of pharmaceutical legislation

Following the 11 December 2025 political agreement, EU institutions are moving towards formal adoption of a new Directive and Regulation that will reshape how medicines—including orphan and paediatric medicines—are developed, authorised and supplied across the European Union.
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IRDiRC launches call for experts for four new rare disease activities

Rare disease researchers, clinicians, patient advocates and data experts are invited to help shape four new IRDiRC activities linked to the new IRDiRC Roadmap, with applications closing on 20 February 2026.
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