Andrew McConaghie
Senior Writer

Andrew writes on a range of topics across biopharma sector R&D and commercial issues, from new biotech start-ups to COVID-19 vaccines and new cancer, cell and gene therapies.
Latest From Andrew McConaghie
Lessons Learnt From Aduhelm, Eisai Is Preaching Patience On Alzheimer’s Drug Leqembi
Eisai has spent 25 years looking for a breakthrough in Alzheimer’s and warns that healthcare systems need to undergo a major shift to accommodate its breakthrough drug.
Pfizer Takes First Small Step Into Longevity Field With Gero Collaboration
Interest in longevity and anti-aging is gathering momentum, and Pfizer has dipped its toe in the water with an early-stage drug discovery partnership.
Paul Stoffels On Galapagos’s Turnaround And Making Its Gilead Partnership Work
After scoring a long-term multi-billion dollar deal with Gilead, Galapagos rushed into clinical trials and paid the price. Paul Stoffels talks to Scrip about returning to his Belgian roots and turning around the company he co-founded.
No Fast Track For Lecanemab In EU Disappoints Eisai
Despite being hailed as a potential breakthrough for Alzheimer’s, the EMA will not fast-track lecanemab, underscoring differences with the US FDA’s frequent use of accelerated pathways.
No Fast Track For Lecanemab In EU Disappoints Eisai
Despite being hailed as a potential breakthrough for Alzheimer’s, the EMA will not fast-track lecanemab, underscoring differences with the FDA’s frequent use of accelerated pathways.
Phase III Results Show Moderna Could Challenge In Blockbuster RSV Vaccine Market
Moderna has moved fast to catch up with GSK and Pfizer, but will still be up to a year behind in reaching the market in the burgeoning RSV market.