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News and Trends 6 Sep 2022

Finnish researchers use machine learning to unlock clinical cancer samples’ genomic code

A new paper from the University of Helsinki, published in Nature Communications, suggests a method for accurately analyzing genomics data in archival cancer biopsies. The tool uses machine learning methods to correct damaged DNA and unveil the true mutation processes in tumor samples. This helps to unlock medicine values in millions of archival cancer samples. […]

September 6, 2022 - 2 minutesmins - By Jim Cornall

Kintor Pharmaceutical drug gets positive results for breast cancer

News and Trends 2 Sep 2022

Ibex reports positive outcomes for AI-supported diagnosis of breast cancer

Ibex Medical Analytics have just announced positive outcomes for its Galen Breast solution in diagnosing multiple cancer types and further expanding its portfolio for breast cancer diagnosis. The CE-marked artificial-intelligence is generally available as the company partners with laboratories, hospitals and health systems across Europe. Ibex Medical Analytics says Galen Breast supports improved quality and […]

September 2, 2022 - 4 minutesmins - By Liza Laws

News and Trends 24 Aug 2022

Hera Biotech bags $1.9M for endometriosis diagnostic test

San Antonio-based medical device start-up Hera Biotech has closed an oversubscribed $1.9 million seed financing round to support its commercialization strategy for its non-surgical diagnostic test for endometriosis, MetriDx. The funds will be used to complete an in-patient human clinical study, expand Hera’s IP portfolio, and support a regulatory pathway with the U.S. FDA. Investors […]

August 24, 2022 - 3 minutesmins - By Jim Cornall

News and Trends 22 Aug 2022

Roche launches COVID-19 test to detect emerging variant of interest

Roche and its subsidiary TIB Molbiol have developed a COVID-19 test for researchers that detects and differentiates the latest sub-variant of interest BA.2.75. The test specifically targets two of the known unique mutations in BA.2.75, which allows clear differentiation against other notable subvariants. “Roche is pleased to have developed a test for researchers that provides […]

August 22, 2022 - 2 minutesmins - By Jim Cornall

In Depth 27 Jul 2022

The race to uncloak cancer with liquid biopsies

Until recently, cancer detection depended on invasive solid tissue sampling that didn’t provide a complete picture. An emerging crowd of biotechs is making it easier to detect and monitor cancer with liquid biopsies. The notion that a person’s blood can reveal a wealth of health information looked so shiny that the infamous blood diagnostics company […]

July 27, 2022 - 10 minutesmins - By Editorial Team

More News! 18 Jul 2022

Purespring Therapeutics and SwanBio Therapeutics announce agreement for use of FunSel screening platform

A licensing agreement for use of the FunSel screening platform has been announced by Purespring Therapeutics and SwanBio. Under the terms of the agreement, SwanBio will license the FunSel screening platform from Purespring to explore new targets for early-stage pipeline programs. SwanBio will have the option to develop any targets identified and to own and […]

July 18, 2022 - 2 minutesmins - By Liza Laws

News and Trends 8 Jul 2022

World’s first research project for an early detection, multi-cancer screening test launched in Singapore

A project for the discovery and validation of new combinations of biomarkers that can detect multi-cancer early has been launched in Singapore. Biotechnology company, MiRXES Ptr Ltd, announced this week the signing of a memorandum of understanding signaling the launch of Project CADENCE (Cancer Detected Early caN be CurEd). It is the world’s first large-scale […]

July 8, 2022 - 4 minutesmins - By Liza Laws

In Depth 19 Jan 2022

Glycans Hit the Sweet Spot in Diagnostics

The surface of our cells are covered in sugar molecules called glycans. The field of glycomics leverages their enormous diversity to develop better and more precise diagnostics. More commonly known as sugars or carbohydrates, glycans are involved in a range of crucial biological roles, including maintaining tissue elasticity, tackling pathogens, and modulating the immune system. […]

January 19, 2022 - 5 minutesmins - By Sachin Rawat

News and Trends 24 Sep 2021

Breath Testing To Be Tapped by UK Pioneer with €50M Fundraising

After years of under-fulfilled promise, breath tests for cancer, liver disease, and respiratory conditions appear to be taking off with UK biotech Owlstone Medical raking in almost €50M (£42M) in an oversubscribed Series D funding round. The round, whose original target was about €43M, was led by the Hong Kong-based Horizons Ventures and was joined […]

September 24, 2021 - 3 minutesmins - By Victor Kotsev

News and Trends 30 Jul 2021

British Diagnostics Biotech Becomes Social Enterprise After Acquisition

UK rapid diagnostics company Mologic will convert into a social enterprise after being acquired by a group of philanthropic funds and investors, in what experts predict may become an increasingly popular trend. The British biotech Mologic will entirely reinvest any profits into widening global access to affordable medical technology after being acquired in a deal […]

July 30, 2021 - 4 minutesmins - By Anita Chakraverty

In Depth 28 Jul 2021

Tracking Covid-19 Cases with Wastewater Testing

Researchers have been using DNA testing technology to detect traces of the SARS-CoV-2 virus behind Covid-19 in wastewater streams in order to predict and prevent outbreaks locally. Wastewater testing can be a useful method to study the behavior of people living in a specific region. For example, a European study conducted back in 2014 looked […]

July 28, 2021 - 5 minutesmins - By Sachin Rawat

Best in Biotech 30 Jun 2021

Scotland’s Top 10 Biotech Companies to Watch Out For

Scotland has a thriving life sciences ecosystem with strengths in oncology, genetic engineering, and industrial biotech. Let’s pick up the bagpipes as we tour the top 10 biotech companies in Scotland. Scotland is the UK’s second-most populous country, boasting picturesque scenery, a rich history, and a strong focus on sustainability. There is a diverse range […]

June 30, 2021 - 11 minutesmins - By Jonathan Smith

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Finnish researchers use machine learning to unlock clinical cancer samples’ genomic code

Ibex reports positive outcomes for AI-supported diagnosis of breast cancer

Hera Biotech bags $1.9M for endometriosis diagnostic test

Roche launches COVID-19 test to detect emerging variant of interest

The race to uncloak cancer with liquid biopsies

Purespring Therapeutics and SwanBio Therapeutics announce agreement for use of FunSel screening platform

World’s first research project for an early detection, multi-cancer screening test launched in Singapore

Glycans Hit the Sweet Spot in Diagnostics

Breath Testing To Be Tapped by UK Pioneer with €50M Fundraising

British Diagnostics Biotech Becomes Social Enterprise After Acquisition

Tracking Covid-19 Cases with Wastewater Testing

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