Biotechnology EU set to improve investment for biotech start-ups and scale-ups The European Commission has unveiled a new strategy entitled ‘Choose Europe to start and scale’, which aims to strengthen the development and financing of start-ups and scale-ups within the European Union, particularly in innovation-driven sectors such as biotechnology, quantum computing and deep tech. The strategy, published on 28 May 2025, addresses the challenges faced by […] Written by Thomas Gabrielczyk June 1, 2025June 1, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Cancer drugmaker iTeos to shut down Weeks after shelving a TIGIT drug prospect, the biotech is seeking to sell off its assets and intellectual property in a bid to "maximize" shareholder value. Written by Gwendolyn Wu May 29, 2025May 29, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Ancient Root Development Gene Predates Roots Themselves In a groundbreaking study published in the journal New Phytologist, researchers at Kobe University have unveiled a remarkable discovery that deepens our understanding of plant evolution and organ development. The team, led by esteemed plant biologist FUKAKI Hidehiro, revealed that a gene previously known to regulate root development in vascular plants is also critically involved […] Written by Bioengineer May 25, 2025May 25, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology The genomics layoff wave in the US Newsletter Signup – Under Article / In Page “*” indicates required fields Just five months into 2025, and a string of layoffs has already come down on the genomics space. More than 25 genomics companies have shed several workers since the year began, many of them facing the brunt of a financial downturn. Prime Medicine […] Written by Roohi Mariam Peter May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Countdown to SLAS Europe: NestEgg Labs BV Founded in 2022 by Tanner Carden (CEO) and Hans Keijdener, Maastricht-based start-up NestEgg Labs BV focuses on developing interoperable automation systems for cell culture that reduce manual intervention, improve workflow reproducibility, and limit plastics waste. At the core of NestEgg’s offering is Ovation, a smart incubator platform designed to automate key stages of the cell […] Written by Thomas Gabrielczyk May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology A bespoke CRISPR therapy suggests a blueprint for treating ‘N-of-1’ diseases A gene editing drug custom-made for a critically ill baby showed that, for some ultra-rare diseases, it’s possible to design and test a new CRISPR medicine in just a few months. Written by Ben Fidler May 15, 2025May 15, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Detecting Radiation Esophagitis Using 18F-FAPI-04 PET In a groundbreaking development in oncology imaging, researchers have unveiled the potential of a novel positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) tracer, ^18F-FAPI-04, to sensitively detect radiation esophagitis (RE) in patients suffering from locally advanced esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (LA-ESCC). This investigation, recently published in BMC Cancer, represents a significant leap forward in non-invasive monitoring of […] Written by Bioengineer May 12, 2025May 12, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology the power of TLR agonists Newsletter Signup – Under Article / In Page “*” indicates required fields In the vast field of immunotherapy, toll-like receptor agonists (TLR) emerged as powerful catalysts to boost the immune system. This class of drugs is designed to mimic the body’s natural defense mechanisms and target a spectrum of diseases – from cancer and infectious […] Written by Roohi Mariam Peter May 9, 2025May 9, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Countdown to SLAS Europe: Minos Biosciences SAS Paris-based Minos Biosciences SAS’ (www.minos.bio) mission is to improve the understanding and treatment of complex diseases such as cancer, infectious and autoimmune diseases. As AI-powered drug discovery and therapeutic innovation holds great promise, the company’s MinoSuiteTM integrated cell analysis platform creates unprecedented multimodal datasets that will offer direct, ground-truth labels for AI training, opening up […] Written by Thomas Gabrielczyk May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Moderna combination flu, COVID shot delayed amid FDA scrutiny Additional data required by the FDA are the latest evidence of what one analyst described as a “higher bar” for vaccines. Written by Delilah Alvarado May 2, 2025May 2, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
New plant leaf aging factor found Osaka Metropolitan University. “New plant leaf aging factor found.” ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 30 May 2025. /releases/2025/05/250530124254.htm>. Osaka Metropolitan University. (2025, May 30). New plant leaf aging factor found. ScienceDaily. Retrieved May 30, 2025 from www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250530124254.htm Osaka Metropolitan University. “New plant leaf aging factor found.” ScienceDaily. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250530124254.htm (accessed May 30, 2025). Written by Admin May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
15 years of Op Pangea: over 25 million illegally traded medicines and devices seized in the UK valued at more than £84m This year marks 15 years since the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) launched Operation Pangea, an initiative cracking down on medicines crime. Pangea is now coordinated by Interpol, and the MHRA’s Criminal Enforcement Unit (CEU) joined 89 countries for this year’s operation. Working with law enforcement partners, the CEU seized over two million […] Written by Elsevier Ltd, The Boulevard, Langford Lane, Kidlington, Oxford, OX5 1GB, United Kingdom May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
New plant leaf aging factor found Osaka Metropolitan University. “New plant leaf aging factor found.” ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 30 May 2025. /releases/2025/05/250530124254.htm>. Osaka Metropolitan University. (2025, May 30). New plant leaf aging factor found. ScienceDaily. Retrieved May 30, 2025 from www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250530124254.htm Osaka Metropolitan University. “New plant leaf aging factor found.” ScienceDaily. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/05/250530124254.htm (accessed May 30, 2025). Written by Admin May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
15 years of Op Pangea: over 25 million illegally traded medicines and devices seized in the UK valued at more than £84m This year marks 15 years since the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) launched Operation Pangea, an initiative cracking down on medicines crime. Pangea is now coordinated by Interpol, and the MHRA’s Criminal Enforcement Unit (CEU) joined 89 countries for this year’s operation. Working with law enforcement partners, the CEU seized over two million […] Written by Elsevier Ltd, The Boulevard, Langford Lane, Kidlington, Oxford, OX5 1GB, United Kingdom May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Unlocking the Complete Power of Multiferroic Materials for Next-Generation In a remarkable advancement for the realm of magnetic memory technologies, researchers at the Institute of Science Tokyo have unveiled a groundbreaking discovery regarding the behavior of multiferroic materials. Led by Assistant Professor Kei Shigematsu and Specially Appointed Associate Professor Hena Das, this innovative study challenges long-standing assumptions about the mechanisms of magnetization in such […] Written by Bioengineer May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Understanding PMDA Validation Rules v5.0 The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA) in Japan has always led the charge in ensuring the safety and efficacy of drug development. Their latest update, the PMDA Validation Rules version 5.0, which took effect on April 1, 2024, marks another significant step in this mission. Let’s break down what these new rules mean and […] Written by Admin July 10, 2024July 10, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Enhance Your SEND Submissions! Join PointCross on May 29th, 2024, at 12 PM EST / 9 AM PST for a must-attend webinar: The Most Common Issues in Preparing SEND. Ideal for professionals in data submission and regulatory compliance, this webinar offers valuable insights from our seasoned experts. Why Attend? Why PointCross? With over 10 years of experience and more […] Written by Admin May 23, 2024May 23, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked