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Genetic analysis of 1 million people points to FNIP1 as a promising metabolic target

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Aug 2026

Genetic analysis of 1 million people points to FNIP1 as a promising metabolic target

Mega-scale exome sequencing of 1,032,116 people identified 59 independent genes linked to the TG:HDL ratio, including 44 rare-coding associations not detected in the previous largest analysis. Ultra-rare FNIP1 loss-of-function variants were associated with favorable fat distribution, lower liver fat and glycemia, and around 60% lower odds of a composite cardiometabolic disease outcome.

Severe COVID-19 reactivates dormant viruses and may leave a lasting viral signature

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Aug 2026

Severe COVID-19 reactivates dormant viruses and may leave a lasting viral signature

A longitudinal study of 1,154 hospitalized COVID-19 patients found widespread reactivation of chronic Herpesviridae and Anelloviridae, with distinct viral patterns linked to disease severity, inflammation, and clinical outcomes. Anelloviridae also persisted during convalescence and were associated with physical deficits in long COVID, although the study did not establish causation.

Nicotine gum may make smokeless tobacco withdrawal easier to manage

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Aug 2026

Nicotine gum may make smokeless tobacco withdrawal easier to manage

A randomized trial found that 2 mg nicotine gum controlled craving, anxiety, and sleep problems more effectively than behavioral counselling during smokeless tobacco cessation. Although abstinence rates were numerically higher with nicotine gum, the differences were not statistically significant, highlighting the need for larger studies.

Firearm injury patients face measurable risk of bacterial infections

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Aug 2026

Firearm injury patients face measurable risk of bacterial infections

A new study from researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) found that bacterial infections develop in approximately 5 percent of adults hospitalized with firearm injuries, with most infections occurring during the initial hospitalization rather than after patients return home.

MERCURY trials

Clinical trials are very important as it allow us to evaluate the effectiveness of new drugs, new devices, preventative strategies or treatment strategies. It also enables us to discover better ways for patients' care.
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Cancer

Our mission remains constant as we endeavor to deliver novel medicines to patients with cancer, treating solid tumors with high unmet medical needs in well-defined patient populations that are currently not well supported.
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Neuroscience

Whether you're looking to manufacture toxicology batches or cGMP material for clinical trials, we can help you expedite molecules to clinic with full transparency.
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Mercury Pharmaceuticals

Why Us?

Strong experience in academic research and technology transfer makes us understand your goals and motivations as a technology originator.
Our experience in drug development from discovery to clinical and commercial stages makes us an insider player within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Smart approach to project management that helps speed up development stages and decision making.
Availability of own investment up to 2m€ per project allows us to reach the next value milestone.