November 20, 2025

STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about FDA naming Pazdur as top drug regulator, a cancer drug gold rush, and more

IntelME Verdict

Regulatory Stability

TL;DR

FDA appoints Richard Pazdur, longtime cancer therapies overseer, as CDER director, aiming to stabilize amid staff departures and industry concerns over cancer drug development.

Analysis

The appointment of Richard Pazdur as CDER director brings stability to the FDA amidst staff departures and industry concerns. This move is crucial for biotech/pharma professionals as it signals a consistent leadership focus on drug evaluation, potentially streamlining regulatory processes and decision-making for drug development.

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