The company is now encouraging ACTG investigators to propose further studies on changes in nerve fiber function. However, it is Genentech that should take responsibility for designing trials that will lead to drug approval. At this point, it may be that company management believes that there is simply more money in developing NGF for diabetics. Reproduced with permission. Inc. All rights reserved.
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