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Evonik Health Care Advances 2030 Sustainability Goals With Polymer LCA Data

(IN BRIEF) Evonik is now offering customers cradle-to-gate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data for selected EUDRAGIT® functional polymers, using its TÜV-certified LCA methodology to support pharmaceutical companies with transparent environmental data for Scope 3 emissions reporting. The data is currently … Read the full press release

IPCC Invites Governments and Experts to Review Second Draft of 2027 SLCF Methodology Report

(IN BRIEF) The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has opened registration for experts to review the Second-Order Draft of the 2027 Methodology Report on Inventories for Short-Lived Climate Forcers, which will undergo Government and Expert Review from 31 August … Read the full press release

GAIN26 to Connect Early-Career Researchers in North America With Academic Opportunities in Germany

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic International Network (GAIN) will hold its 26th annual conference, GAIN26, in San Francisco from 21 to 23 August 2026, offering the largest networking event for German academic careers outside Europe and focusing on career opportunities … Read the full press release

Sandoz and Henlius Partner to Advance Biosimilars in Oncology, Cardiovascular and Immunology

(IN BRIEF) Sandoz has announced a major strategic collaboration with Shanghai Henlius Biotech, Inc. covering up to 10 biosimilar assets, in one of the largest biosimilar collaborations in Sandoz’s history. Under the agreement, Sandoz will receive global commercialisation rights outside … Read the full press release

Novonesis Report Highlights JPY 4.748 Trillion Biosolutions Opportunity for Japan by 2035

(IN BRIEF) A new Novonesis-commissioned report, “The Value of Biosolutions: Growth and Prosperity to 2035 – Japan Edition,” finds that biosolutions could help Japan strengthen its position as a global biomanufacturing hub and support its ambition to realise one of … Read the full press release

TUM and MCQST Advance Quantum Communication With Photonic Crystal Waveguides

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST) have developed a new method to improve single-photon sources for quantum communication by using photonic crystal waveguides, nanostructures that suppress … Read the full press release

SCHOTT Group Climate Targets Validated by SBTi as SCHOTT Pharma Strengthens Decarbonisation Focus

(IN BRIEF) SCHOTT Pharma has reaffirmed its commitment to science-based climate action after the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) validated the updated climate targets of the SCHOTT Group, including SCHOTT Pharma’s business scope. The updated framework keeps the Group’s target … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Research Finds Children Now Nearly 11 Before Playing Outside Alone

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has launched a new Outdoor Play Research Centre with a landmark study showing that UK children now start playing outdoors without supervision at an average age of 10.8 years, compared with 9.7 years for … Read the full press release

Empa, SUPSI and Bystronic Develop Self-Guiding Laser Cutting Method Using Cameras and Microphones

(IN BRIEF) Empa, SUPSI and Swiss machine manufacturer Bystronic have developed a self-guiding laser cutting method that uses cameras, microphones and machine learning to assess cut quality and adjust machine settings automatically. The project, supported by Innosuisse, addresses the challenge … Read the full press release

WACKER Enters EU Pet Food Additives Market With Fermentation-Based L-Cysteine and L-Cystine Solutions

(IN BRIEF) WACKER is entering the EU pet food additives market with its plant-based FERMOPURE® VEGAN L-CYSTEINE and FERMOPURE® NATURAL L-CYSTINE products, which can be used as flavour precursors and flavour components to improve the smell, taste and palatability of … Read the full press release

BASF Uses AquaGenesis Technology to Develop Next-Generation Floral Skin Care Actives

(IN BRIEF) BASF’s Personal Care business has launched Floragenist™, a new generation of floral active ingredients combining responsibly sourced botanicals, sustainable extraction and epigenetic science for skin care applications. The range includes Floragenist™ Rose, derived from Damask Rose from Morocco … Read the full press release

Ernest Rutherford Fellows to Lead New UK Research in Particle Physics, Astronomy and Cosmology

(IN BRIEF) The Science and Technology Facilities Council has announced the 2025 Ernest Rutherford Fellowship cohort, awarding £6 million to seven early-career physicists who will each lead independent research programmes at UK universities in areas including particle physics, astronomy and … Read the full press release

EQT Life Sciences Joins Investor Group Backing Rare Disease Biotechnology Company Vaderis

(IN BRIEF) EQT Life Sciences is investing USD 17.5 million in Vaderis Therapeutics as part of the Swiss biotechnology company’s USD 152 million Series B financing. The funding will support the global Phase 3 HEROIC study of engasertib, Vaderis’ lead … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland and Industry Partners Launch Esports Display Experience Ecosystem Initiative

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland has launched its Native Gaming Performance Display Standard at ChinaJoy 2026, introducing a new framework for evaluating esports displays based on both technical performance and real gaming experience. The standard includes two complementary certification systems: Native … Read the full press release

EU-backed CIRCULANDIA launches €9.6m effort to connect regenerative agriculture, local food systems and reusable packaging

CIRCULANDIA is a €9.6 million Horizon Europe project running from 2026 to 2030 The initiative links regenerative agriculture, local food systems and reusable packaging within one circular-economy framework The consortium brings together 35 organisations from 12 European countries Pilot actions … Read the full press release

REN Prepares Portugal’s Electricity System for Solar Eclipse Impact on Power Generation

(IN BRIEF) REN – Redes Energéticas Nacionais is preparing Portugal’s National Electric System for the effects of the nearly total solar eclipse expected on 12 August 2026. The eclipse is forecast to reduce centralised solar generation by around 450 MW, … Read the full press release

Almirall Pursues Better Outcomes for Skin Disease Patients Through Science

(IN BRIEF) Almirall is reinforcing its commitment to innovation in medical dermatology, with a focus on science, collaboration and patient needs. The company’s teams work to improve understanding of skin diseases and address complex dermatological challenges through research and multidisciplinary … Read the full press release

Almirall Secures Exclusive Rights Outside Mainland China for CrystalO Dermatology Programme

(IN BRIEF) Almirall has entered into a collaboration and licensing agreement with CrystalO for the discovery and development of novel small molecules in medical dermatology. Under the agreement, CrystalO will handle candidate discovery, optimisation, IND-enabling studies and early clinical development, … Read the full press release

ZEISS Planetariums Brings Science, Technology and Emotion to Fulldome Audiences

(IN BRIEF) ZEISS Planetariums has received international recognition for “ZEISS – Into the Infinite,” an eight-minute fulldome and VR experience developed with Munich-based creative agency visuarte. The immersive show won multiple honours at the WorldMediaFestivals 2026 in Berlin, including the … Read the full press release

QIAGEN Strengthens Infectious Disease Testing Menu With FDA-Cleared Bloodstream Infection Panel

(IN BRIEF) QIAGEN has received U.S. FDA clearance for the QIAstat-Dx BCID GPF Plus AMR Panel, its first QIAstat-Dx bloodstream infection panel cleared for the U.S. market. The panel detects 20 gram-positive bacterial and fungal pathogen targets, a broad pan … Read the full press release