In Depth 12 Jul 2023 Medicon Valley: how the initiative shaped biotech ecosystems in Denmark and Sweden With a combined market value of over $7 billion, the life science sectors in Sweden and Denmark are thriving, with over a thousand healthcare companies being set up over the past few years. Much of this is owing to the cross-border cluster that spans regions of eastern Denmark and southern Sweden, the Medicon Valley. Racking […] July 12, 2023 - 10 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
In Depth 11 Jul 2023 AIS Biotech: startup employs carbohydrates to fight the flu Keen on discovering novel ways to tackle viral infections, AIS Biotech, a French company based in the Alps, aims to combat influenza, more commonly known as the flu, by leveraging the medicinal promise behind glycobiotechnology. A field that has been gaining momentum over the past decade, glycobiotechnology is the study of complex carbohydrates which has […] July 11, 2023 - 6 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
In Depth 7 Jul 2023 The future of food: what’s behind the cell-cultured meat industry regulations? The first-ever lab-grown burger was created at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, and eaten at a news conference in London in 2013. While everyone who tried a bite had something different to say about the taste and texture of the meat, it was agreed that this could be the start of something big. The technology […] July 7, 2023 - 8 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
Best in Biotech 5 Jul 2023 Six biotech companies leading the way in Hong Kong With a land area of 1,108 square kilometers, Hong Kong is one of the smallest countries in Asia. The country, which is dependent on international trade and finance, has a healthcare market that is projected to hit $67.26 million this year. The country, which is home to over 250 biopharma companies, is a popular initial […] July 5, 2023 - 7 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
Best in Biotech 28 Jun 2023 Four biotech events to attend in South East Asia this year The South East Asian biotech industry is one to reckon with. The growing biotech industry in the region has seen countries like Singapore and Thailand become prominent players in the commercialization of drugs, thanks to a rising emphasis on research and development. As governments in the eleven countries introduce policies that encourage biopharmaceutical research, with […] June 28, 2023 - 5 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
In Depth 27 Jun 2023 The promise of immunotherapy for autoimmune diseases Our immune system serves as the body’s chief line of defense against harmful invaders. But what happens when this mighty defense mechanism turns on its own host, launching an assault on healthy cells and tissues? For the millions of people battling autoimmune diseases, this can severely affect their lives. However, advances in immunotherapy have revolutionized […] June 27, 2023 - 9 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
Best in Biotech 15 Jun 2023 Six molecular diagnostics companies to watch You may have heard of the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, more commonly known as the ELISA test, which is used to measure molecules like antibodies, antigens and proteins in biological samples. Used to diagnose infections caused by human immunodeficiency viruses (HIV) as well as to detect the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine samples […] June 15, 2023 - 8 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
In Depth 14 Jun 2023 How are biotechs addressing rare chromosome disorders? Human beings typically have 23 pairs of chromosomes. But sometimes, in rare cases, an error during cell division can result in cells having extra or missing chromosomes, indicative of chromosomal disorders. Often, prenatal tests are carried out to detect chromosomal abnormalities. Amniocentesis is a diagnostic procedure where the amniotic fluid that protects a fetus during […] June 14, 2023 - 7 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
Best in Biotech 12 Jun 2023 Six advancements in Alzheimer’s research over the past year The most common cause of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, is a brain disorder that is characterized by cognitive decline which often manifests itself through memory loss, feelings of disorientation and difficulty making decisions. Alzheimer’s occurs when there is an excessive accumulation of proteins in the brain, a hallmark feature of the disease. These proteins, namely, amyloid […] June 12, 2023 - 12 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
News and Trends 9 Jun 2023 Chronic myeloid leukemia: Novartis survey signals need for better patient-physician communication Only 19% to 26% of patients with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) discuss treatment decisions with their physician, a survey by Swiss-based pharmaceutical Novartis has revealed. The Survey of Unmet Needs in CML (CML SUN), which investigated how patients and physicians felt about current treatment options, joint decision-making, and treatment satisfaction, also found that 39% to […] June 9, 2023 - 4 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
News and Trends 2 Jun 2023 Faux filet: World’s first 3D-printed ready-to-cook fish produced As biotechs come up with fascinating, new ways to cultivate food, Israel-based Steakholder Foods has created the first-ever 3D-printed fish filets. These ready-to-cook filets, which are developed from animal cells that are grown in laboratories, are obtained from the startup’s proprietary 3D bioprinters and customized bio-inks. Said to have the same taste and texture as […] June 2, 2023 - 3 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email
News and Trends 31 May 2023 Artificial intelligence combats lethal superbug, new antibiotic discovered A new antibiotic called abaucin that can kill a deadly, drug-resistant pathogen has been discovered with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). Research published in Nature Chemical Biology showed that AI was able to rapidly screen 7,500 molecules that were found to inhibit the growth of the superbug Acinetobacter baumannii, a task that would be […] May 31, 2023 - 3 minutesmins - By Roohi Mariam Peter Share WhatsApp Twitter Linkedin Email