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Bridging the Gap: Using Foreign Real-World Data to Inform Interchangeable Biosimilar Approvals

Award Number: U01FD008041
ORGANIZATION: FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION
OPDIV: FDA
AWARD CLASS: COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 09/15/2023
PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 08/31/2026

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Bridging the Gap: Using Foreign Real-World Data to Inform Interchangeable Biosimilar Approvals - PROJECT SUMMARY/ABSTRACT This study will use real-world data (RWD) from the U.S., Italy, and Denmark to evaluate alternative approaches to meet the standard for interchangeable products (Area 2.ii.). The long- term objective is to develop recommendations for the FDA on using foreign RWD to improve regulatory processes. The study will determine the potential of RWD from outside the U.S. to improve the power and generalizability of U.S. regulatory studies. Researchers will use an observational/non-interventional retrospective cohort design to address two specific aims with the following methods: • Aim 1: Evaluate the feasibility and validity of a biosimilar interchangeability (e.g. switching) study using real-world data from the U.S. and sources from outside the U.S. The study will evaluate the quality of RWD from two foreign sources and develop a common data model to harmonize the data. The Principal Investigator (PI) will design a shared protocol. Co-Investigators will conduct emulations of a switching study of a biosimilar product at U.S., Italian, and Danish sites. The PI will compare the results at each site and compare the results with an existing study to validate our findings. • Aim 2: Develop recommendations for the FDA on how to address the challenges of using real-world data from outside the United States in its regulatory decision- making processes. Based on learnings from Aim 1, the PI will propose guidance for the FDA to consider. The guidance will recommend strategies to address the unique challenges associated with collecting, standardizing, and validating RWD from international sources. This study will show how using foreign RWD can significantly improve the efficiency of the FDA regulatory process, leading to increased adoption of safe and effective biosimilar products. This innovative approach could also serve as a model for using RWD from outside the U.S. in regulatory decision-making across different therapeutic areas. This study will help the FDA advance its mission of making safe and effective drugs available to patients.


Issue Date FY	Funding FY	Legal Entity Name	Legal Entity Address	Legal Entity City	Legal Entity State	Legal Entity Zip Code	Legal Entity COUNTY	Legal Entity COUNTRY	Assistance Listing	Award Code	Budget Year	Action Date	Action Type	Action Amount

Issue Date FY: 2025 ( Subtotal = $0 )
2025	2023	ACADEMY OF MANAGED CARE PHARMACY	675 N WASHINGTON ST	ALEXANDRIA	VA	22314	ALEXANDRIA CITY	USA	Food and Drug Administration Research	000	1	8/5/2025	NEW	$0
														Subtotal = $0

Issue Date FY: 2023 ( Subtotal = $1,452,600 )
2023	2023	ACADEMY OF MANAGED CARE PHARMACY	675 N WASHINGTON ST	ALEXANDRIA	VA	22314	ALEXANDRIA CITY	USA	Food and Drug Administration Research	000	1	9/15/2023	NEW	$1,452,600
														Subtotal = $1,452,600

Grand Total All Awards = $1,452,600

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Bridging the Gap: Using Foreign Real-World Data to Inform Interchangeable Biosimilar Approvals

Award Number: U01FD008041

ORGANIZATION: FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION

OPDIV: FDA

AWARD CLASS: COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT

AWARD ACTIVITY TYPE: SCIENTIFIC/HEALTH RESEARCH (INCLUDES SURVEYS)

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE START DATE: 09/15/2023

PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE END DATE: 08/31/2026

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