Biotechnology Lexeo to help launch spinout around RNA drugs for the heart Backed by Perceptive Xontogeny Venture Funds and venBio Partners, the new biotech will make genetic medicines that don’t rely on viral vectors. Written by Gwendolyn Wu June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology AI Diagnoses Vocal Cord Paralysis Severity In a groundbreaking advancement at the crossroads of artificial intelligence and clinical otolaryngology, researchers have unveiled an innovative platform that automatically assesses the severity of unilateral vocal cord paralysis (UVCP) using state-of-the-art deep learning techniques. This pioneering research leverages Mel-spectrograms—a sophisticated audio representation technique—paired with convolutional neural networks (CNN) to dissect subtle vocal characteristics, offering […] Written by Bioengineer June 21, 2025June 21, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Six kidney disease companies you should know about in 2025 Newsletter Signup – Under Article / In Page “*” indicates required fields Kidney disease, or renal disease, refers to when the kidneys are damaged and unable to filter blood effectively, leading to a buildup of waste and extra fluid in the body. It can be chronic, meaning it develops slowly over time, or acute, resulting […] Written by Willow Shah-Neville June 18, 2025June 18, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology GEA to open food biotech pilot-scale facility in USA Similar to GEA’s initial scaling facility for cell-based food production in Germany, the recently opened 10,000-square-metre facility in Janesville, Wisconsin is intended to assist scientists and entrepreneurs in the developing food technology sector to increase their production to industrial levels. With a 40% market share and a thriving start-up scene, the US is ahead of […] Written by Thomas Gabrielczyk June 14, 2025June 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Scorpion, fresh off Lilly deal, spins out startup Antares Five months after selling a cancer drug to Lilly for up to $2.5 billion, Scorpion has debuted a successor company led by its former management team to chase “previously inaccessible” drug targets. Written by Ben Fidler June 11, 2025June 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology Nanofiber Electronics with Octopus-Inspired 3D Suction In a groundbreaking advancement that could revolutionize wearable health technology and drug delivery systems, researchers have unveiled an innovative skin-adaptive nanofiber-based adhesive electronic device featuring biomimetic 3D suction cups inspired by octopuses. This cutting-edge development promises enhanced transdermal delivery by leveraging a novel approach that combines mechanical adhesion with ultraflexible electronics, ushering in a new […] Written by Bioengineer June 8, 2025June 8, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Biotechnology The biggest biotech funding rounds in May 2025 Newsletter Signup – Under Article / In Page “*” indicates required fields The companies Pathos AI, Taysha Gene Therapies, and Abeona Therapeutics bagged the biggest biotech funding rounds overall in May 2025 across private and public funding types. In this article, we break down last month’s private and public fundraising activity, looking at the largest […] Written by Willow Shah-Neville June 4, 2025June 4, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
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
Mitochondrial presequences harbor variable strengths to maintain organellar function Hundreds of mitochondrial proteins rely on N-terminal presequences for organellar targeting and import. While generally described as positively charged amphiphilic helices, presequences lack a consensus motif and thus likely promote protein import into mitochondria with variable efficiencies. Indeed, the concept of presequence strength underlies biological models such as stress sensing, yet a quantitative analysis of […] Written by Admin January 9, 2026January 9, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Labour’s ‘deeply alarming’ attack on protest rights British authorities have severely restricted the right to protest in contravention of their international human rights obligations, creating an environment in which peaceful dissent is increasingly treated as a criminal act, Human Rights Watch said in its latest report. ‘Silencing the Streets’: The Right to Protest Under Attack in the UK documents that the UK’s […] Written by brendan January 9, 2026January 9, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Mitochondrial presequences harbor variable strengths to maintain organellar function Hundreds of mitochondrial proteins rely on N-terminal presequences for organellar targeting and import. While generally described as positively charged amphiphilic helices, presequences lack a consensus motif and thus likely promote protein import into mitochondria with variable efficiencies. Indeed, the concept of presequence strength underlies biological models such as stress sensing, yet a quantitative analysis of […] Written by Admin January 9, 2026January 9, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Labour’s ‘deeply alarming’ attack on protest rights British authorities have severely restricted the right to protest in contravention of their international human rights obligations, creating an environment in which peaceful dissent is increasingly treated as a criminal act, Human Rights Watch said in its latest report. ‘Silencing the Streets’: The Right to Protest Under Attack in the UK documents that the UK’s […] Written by brendan January 9, 2026January 9, 2026 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Ancient skeletons reveal viruses embedded in human DNA Scientists have, for the first time, rebuilt ancient genomes of Human betaherpesvirus 6A and 6B (HHV-6A/B) using DNA from archaeological human remains that are more than 2,000 years old. The research, led by teams at the University of Vienna and the University of Tartu (Estonia) and published in Science Advances, shows that these viruses have […] Written by Admin January 9, 2026January 9, 2026 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