Comment from Research!America
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Summary: Research!America, a nonprofit alliance, supports the FDA's Request for Information on drug repurposing for unmet medical needs. They argue that while repurposing is beneficial, it faces significant barriers due to a lack of sustainable resources and coordination, and they recommend clarifying pathways for non-commercial developers, creating sustainable financing, and strengthening coordination across federal agencies.
Research!America submits the attached comments in response to the Food and Drug Administration’s Drug Repurposing for Unmet Medical Needs; Request for Information Docket No. FDA-2026-N-4492-0001.