Daily Archives: 27, January 2025

EQT Real Estate Acquires Prime Logistics Portfolio in Milan and Verona for EUR 230 Million

(IN BRIEF) EQT Real Estate has acquired a high-quality logistics portfolio of 12 fully-let properties in Milan and Verona for approximately EUR 230 million. The 265,000-square-meter portfolio is strategically located near key motorways, providing prime access to major distribution hubs. … Read the full press release

Stadler to Install New Dual Traction System for Leo Express Following Rail Network Upgrades in Central Europe

(IN BRIEF) Stadler has been contracted to install a new traction system for Leo Express, a private Central European transport company, following recent rail infrastructure upgrades in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The new 25kV/50Hz AC traction system will be … Read the full press release

GSK Announces EMA Review of Prefilled Syringe Presentation for Shingrix Vaccine

(IN BRIEF) GSK has announced that the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has accepted its regulatory application for a prefilled syringe presentation of Shingrix, its recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV) for preventing shingles. This new presentation simplifies administration for healthcare providers by … Read the full press release

GSK and University of Oxford Launch Cancer Prevention Research Program with £50 Million Investment

(IN BRIEF) GSK and the University of Oxford have launched the GSK-Oxford Cancer Immuno-Prevention Programme, a new research initiative focused on cancer prevention through vaccination. GSK is investing up to £50 million to explore how precancerous cells develop into cancer, … Read the full press release

Infineon Launches OPTIGA Connect Consumer OC1230, the World’s Smallest GSMA-Compliant eSIM Solution for Consumer Devices

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies AG has launched the OPTIGA™ Connect Consumer OC1230, a cutting-edge eSIM solution designed to reduce energy consumption by 50% compared to existing models, extending battery life while maintaining high performance. This compact, GSMA-compliant eSIM is ideal … Read the full press release

Roche Reports Sustained Two-Year Improvements with Elevidys Gene Therapy for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

(IN BRIEF) Roche has reported positive results from the second year of the EMBARK Phase III trial of Elevidys (delandistrogene moxeparvovec), the first approved gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The results showed statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvements … Read the full press release

KfW Reports Modest Growth in Corporate Lending in Q3 2024, but Recovery Faces Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Corporate loans in Germany grew by 1.6% in the third quarter of 2024, marking the first increase in two years, driven primarily by falling interest rates. However, the recovery is expected to slow down due to the challenging … Read the full press release

Technical University of Munich Study Reveals Germany’s 15-Year-Olds Lack Confidence in Evaluating Online Information

(IN BRIEF) An analysis of Germany’s 2022 PISA study reveals that while the majority of 15-year-olds feel confident about conducting online searches, they struggle with evaluating the quality and reliability of the information they find. Fewer than half of the … Read the full press release

University of Warwick and Monash University Unveil Research to Enhance Inclusivity in Multicultural Cricket Teams

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick and Monash University have unveiled the results of a research project aimed at enhancing inclusivity and cohesion within multicultural cricket teams, particularly those involving South Asian migrant players. Led by Dr. Kieran File and … Read the full press release

University of Twente Researchers Launch CEINMS-RT, Open-Source Platform to Revolutionize Wearable Robotics and Rehabilitation

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Twente, led by Prof. Massimo Sartori, in collaboration with McGill University and Griffith University, have developed CEINMS-RT, an open-source platform designed to advance wearable robotics. This platform enables real-time, neuro-mechanical model-based control for … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Study Challenges Gender Gap in Primary School Writing and Shapes New Teacher Training in Liverpool

(IN BRIEF) The Good Writing, Gender and ‘the Gap’ project, a collaborative study by the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University, challenges the assumption that girls outperform boys in primary school writing. Analyzing the writing of over 120 … Read the full press release

Schmalz Enhances JumboFlex Vacuum Tube Lifter for Improved Ergonomics and Efficiency in Heavy Lifting Tasks

(IN BRIEF) The redesigned JumboFlex vacuum tube lifter from Schmalz enhances ergonomic design, making it more efficient and comfortable for a broader range of users. With a new control handle that accommodates different hand sizes, it reduces worker fatigue and … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Researchers Focus on Sustainable and Collaborative AI Amid US $500 Billion Investment in AI Infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) The US plans a $500 billion investment into AI, including new infrastructure to support the energy demands of AI systems and flexible regulations. In contrast, researchers at the University of Groningen, led by professor Bart Verheij, are developing … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Partners with Ekolution to Boost Production of Eco-Friendly Hemp Materials at New Swedish Facility

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has commissioned an advanced teXline bast fiber line at Ekolution’s new facility in Malmö, Sweden, designed to boost production of environmentally friendly hemp fibers and nonwoven felts. The equipment will process industrial hemp through decortication and refining, … Read the full press release