Fresenius Kabi’s Omegaven is most recent of 13 approvals, including three with breakthrough therapy designations, where FDA has relied on real world evidence to make a regulatory decision about efficacy.

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. has bolstered its immuno-oncology ambitions by acquiring IL-8 focused Cormorant Pharmaceuticals AB, the 4-year old Swedish biotech. Cormorant’s shareholders are getting $95M up front with the promise of a further $425M if milestones are achieved.

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Derived from Strategic Transactions, Elsevier Business Intelligence’s premium source for tracking life sciences deal activity, the Dealmaking column is a survey of recent health care transactions listed by relevant industry segment –In Vitro Diagnostics, Medical Devices, and Pharmaceuticals – and then categorized by type –Acquisition, Alliance, or Financing.