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Bristol Researcher Joins European Effort to Decode Heart Risks Post-Pregnancy

(IN BRIEF) Professor Abigail Fraser, leading a team from the University of Bristol, partners with researchers in the Netherlands to investigate the links between maternal vascular malperfusion (MVM) in placentas and future heart and circulatory diseases. Funded by the British … Read the full press release

Philips Leads Health Technology Innovation with Record Patent Applications

(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips emerges as a leading patent applicant at the European Patent Office (EPO), securing its position as a global innovator in health technology. With 607 MedTech patent applications in 2023 and a total of 1,299 patent applications … Read the full press release

Fresenius Medical Care Introduces Groundbreaking AR Training for ICU Staff

(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Medical Care (FME), a global leader in renal disease solutions, unveils a pioneering Augmented Reality (AR) application aimed at revolutionizing training for Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nursing staff. The AR glasses, coupled with digital learning modules, offer … Read the full press release

AFFECT-EU Urges Routine Atrial Fibrillation Screening for At-Risk Patients

(IN BRIEF) The AFFECT-EU project, culminating in its final event in Brussels, recommends routine atrial fibrillation (AF) screening for individuals at risk, emphasizing its potential to prevent strokes and improve outcomes. Led by Professor Renate Schnabel, the project advocates for … Read the full press release

CHIL Receives £4.9m Investment to Spearhead Healthcare Advancements through Data Science

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) has secured a substantial £4.9 million investment from the Office for Life Sciences (OLS) to drive healthcare improvements via data science. Through the ‘Data-Action Accelerator’ project, CHIL aims to … Read the full press release

ABP Southampton Raises £3000 for ANDYSMANCLUB at Charity Quiz Night

(IN BRIEF) ABP Southampton recently organized its first charity quiz night at the Port of Southampton’s Ocean Cruise terminal, raising an impressive £3000 in support of ANDYSMANCLUB (AMC), their charity of the year. Over 180 participants in 22 teams, inclujding … Read the full press release

EHRA 2024: Unveiling Groundbreaking Innovations in Arrhythmia Management

(IN BRIEF) Prepare for the latest advancements in the prevention and treatment of heart rhythm disorders at EHRA 2024, the annual congress of the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA), part of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). Set to take … Read the full press release

EQT Life Sciences Portfolio Company Amolyt Pharma Acquired by Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Diseases for $1.05 Billion

(IN BRIEF) EQT Life Sciences announces the acquisition of its portfolio company, Amolyt Pharma, by Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Diseases, for a total deal value of $1.05 billion. This acquisition underscores Amolyt’s significant advancements in developing novel treatments for rare endocrine … Read the full press release

Evonik Vland Biotech Launches Joint Venture to Enhance Animal Gut Health Solutions

(IN BRIEF) The joint venture, Evonik Vland Biotech, established by Evonik China and Shandong Vland Biotech, officially commenced operations in Binzhou, China, aiming to bolster the market presence of probiotics for livestock gut health in the Greater China region while … Read the full press release

Evonik’s EUDRAGIT® Polymers: Pioneering Pharmaceutical Innovation for 70 Years

(IN BRIEF) Evonik’s EUDRAGIT® polymers, renowned coatings for pharmaceuticals, celebrate 70 years of revolutionizing drug delivery. With over 23,000 patents and 10,000 scientific publications, these methacrylate polymers have become industry standards, employed in formulations for modified drug release across 80 … Read the full press release

Tubulis Secures €128 Million Series B2 Financing to Advance Novel ADC Pipeline for Cancer Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Tubulis has closed an oversubscribed €128 million ($138.8 million) Series B2 financing round, co-led by EQT Life Sciences and Nextech Invest Ltd, with participation from new and existing investors including Frazier Life Sciences and Deep Track Capital. The … Read the full press release

Agfa Appoints Jeroen Spruyt as President of Radiology Solutions Division

(IN BRIEF) Effective March 13, 2024, Jeroen Spruyt is appointed as President of Agfa’s Radiology Solutions division and joins the company’s Executive Management Team. With a background in Applied Economics and an MBA from Vlerick Business School, Spruyt brings extensive … Read the full press release

Heatwaves Threaten Tsetse Fly Fertility, Raising Concerns for Disease Spread

(IN BRIEF) A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Bristol and Stellenbosch University reveals that a single burst of hot weather significantly impacts the fertility of both female and male tsetse flies, key vectors for diseases like … Read the full press release

Health Canada Authorizes Probiotic Strain CLEPIUS™ for Alleviating Digestive Discomfort and Stress

(IN BRIEF) Health Canada has approved functional claims for Novonesis’ probiotic strain CLEPIUS™, acknowledging its efficacy in alleviating symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and improving quality of life in adults. The authorization encompasses a range of benefits, including relief … Read the full press release

DHL Global Forwarding Partners with kinderherzen to Transport Mobile Heart Clinic for Infants Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) DHL Global Forwarding has initiated a pro bono logistics partnership with German NGO kinderherzen, facilitating the transportation of the world’s first mobile heart clinic for infants to various countries globally. The mobile clinic, starting its journey in El … Read the full press release

Patients as Partners® Europe Announces the Launch of 8th Annual Meeting with 2024 Keynotes and Topics

(IN BRIEF) The Conference Forum announced the launch of the 8th annual Patients as Partners® Europe meeting, scheduled for May 14-15, 2024, at Plaisterers’ Hall in London, England. This event brings together pharma R&D and patient advocacy to discuss patient … Read the full press release

AI Innovation in Healthcare: Wolters Kluwer Introduces UpToDate®-Powered AI Labs

(IN BRIEF) Wolters Kluwer Health introduces AI Labs, a Clinical Generative AI (GenAI) initiative powered by UpToDate®, its trusted clinical decision support solution. AI Labs gains access to UpToDate’s comprehensive clinical content and is made available to over 100 U.S. … Read the full press release

Breakthrough Study Shows Amlitelimab’s Long-lasting Effectiveness in Atopic Dermatitis Treatment

(IN BRIEF) In a groundbreaking Phase 2b study, amlitelimab demonstrates remarkable potential in maintaining treatment response for patients with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (AD). Presented at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) 2024 Conference, the study reveals sustained improvement … Read the full press release

Basilea Pharmaceutica Celebrates Milestone Payment as Cresemba® Sales Soar in Asia Pacific and China

(IN BRIEF) Basilea Pharmaceutica Ltd (SIX: BSLN) announced a significant milestone with a USD 1.25 million payment triggered by the robust sales performance of its antifungal medication, Cresemba® (isavuconazole), in the Asia Pacific region and China by its license partner … Read the full press release

Boehringer Ingelheim and Sosei Heptares Forge Global Collaboration to Pioneer Precision Treatment for Schizophrenia

(IN BRIEF) Boehringer Ingelheim and Sosei Group Corporation (Sosei Heptares) have unveiled a global collaboration and exclusive option-to-license agreement aimed at advancing the development and commercialization of Sosei Heptares’ portfolio of first-in-class GPR52 agonists. The focus of this collaboration lies … Read the full press release