Category Archives: Science

Science Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Symrise Partners with HBC to Expand Health Portfolio with Sustainable Marine Ingredients

(IN BRIEF) Symrise has formed a strategic partnership with HBC, a Norwegian company specializing in marine-based ingredients from Atlantic salmon. This collaboration will enhance Symrise’s health category with clinically proven ingredients for human health and pet nutrition. Together, they will … Read the full press release

CBI Wales Urges Collaboration in Redesigning Apprenticeship System to Meet Emerging Skills Demands

(IN BRIEF) CBI Wales has called for businesses to play a central role in co-designing Wales’ devolved apprenticeships program to better equip employees with the skills necessary for sectors like AI, green growth, and advanced manufacturing. Their new briefing paper … Read the full press release

BioReCer Project Reaches Critical Stage, Stakeholder Engagement Vital for Success in Bioeconomy

(IN BRIEF) The BioReCer project enters its final phase, focusing on enhancing certification standards for bio-based products derived from biological waste. With insights from key stakeholders, the project aims to improve sustainability, traceability, and industry acceptance, helping to drive the … Read the full press release

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU) and University of Regensburg Reveal Epigenetic Target for New Malaria Drug Development

(IN BRIEF) A study led by researchers from LMU Munich and the University of Regensburg has revealed crucial insights into the gene regulation of the malaria pathogen, specifically identifying the role of the chromatin remodeler PfSnf2L. This discovery could pave … Read the full press release

LANXESS Expands Innovation Capabilities with New Application Development Center in Mumbai

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS has inaugurated its India Application Development Center (IADC) in Thane, Mumbai, further strengthening its presence and innovation capabilities in the region. The new center will support customer-centric solutions in lubricant additives and material protection products. It will … Read the full press release

DAAD Urges Federal Government to Strengthen Internationalisation of German Universities and Science

(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is urging the new Federal Government to prioritize the internationalisation of Germany’s universities and research sectors to maintain competitiveness in a changing geopolitical environment. DAAD President Prof Dr Joybrato Mukherjee emphasized the … Read the full press release

Sanofi’s Dupixent Receives FDA Priority Review for the Treatment of Bullous Pemphigoid

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi’s Dupixent has been granted FDA priority review for the treatment of bullous pemphigoid (BP), a chronic skin disease. If approved, Dupixent would be the first targeted medicine for BP in the U.S., with the FDA’s decision expected … Read the full press release

Bayer Supports Personalized Cardiovascular Risk Assessment with New Research on Aspirin and Ultrasound Tools

(IN BRIEF) Recent studies suggest that current cardiovascular risk assessment methods may be inadequate and call for a more personalized approach. Tools like carotid ultrasound offer promising solutions for more precise evaluations, enabling targeted interventions such as aspirin therapy, which … Read the full press release

Telefónica and Vithas Secure Quantum-Safe Communications for Healthcare with Cutting-Edge Technology

(IN BRIEF) Telefónica, in collaboration with Vithas, LuxQuanta, and QoolNet, has successfully implemented a Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) system to protect healthcare data transmitted between two hospitals in Madrid. This project marks a significant step toward ensuring the security of … Read the full press release

NWO Approves Seventeen Groundbreaking Grant Applications for Scientific Research in the Open Competition Domain Science-M Programme

(IN BRIEF) The NWO Executive Board has approved seventeen groundbreaking grant applications aimed at advancing fundamental, high-impact scientific research. These projects cover a diverse range of topics, from cancer research and immune systems to climate change and sustainable technology, all … Read the full press release

Professor Theunis Piersma of University of Groningen Honored as Knight in Mauritania

(IN BRIEF) Professor Theunis Piersma of the University of Groningen has been named a Knight in the National Order of Mauritania in recognition of his decades-long dedication to nature conservation in the Bay of Arguin. Piersma, whose work has strengthened … Read the full press release

University of Groningen Welcomes 12 New MSCA Postdoctoral Fellows for Groundbreaking Research

(IN BRIEF) Twelve researchers at the University of Groningen have been awarded the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowship, a European initiative promoting academic mobility and research innovation. These fellows, working with supervisors from UG and UMCG, will embark on … Read the full press release

Jenoptik Presents Record Donation to Support Children with Cancer in Jena

(IN BRIEF) On February 13, Jenoptik CFO and patron of the Parents’ Initiative, Prisca Havranek-Kosicek, presented a record donation to the Jena Parents’ Initiative for Children with Cancer during the “Heroes’ Celebration” at the pediatric cancer ward of Jena University … Read the full press release

New Research Unlocks Key to Predicting Aggressive Tumours and Tackling Cancer Spread

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from The Institute of Cancer Research, London, and Barts Cancer Institute have discovered how the extracellular matrix (ECM) surrounding tumours influences cancer cells to become aggressive and spread throughout the body. Their study, published in Nature Communications, … Read the full press release

Clean Rivers Joins Forces with Project STOP to Advance Waste Management and Combat Plastic Pollution in Indonesia

(IN BRIEF) Clean Rivers has partnered with Project STOP to help reduce plastic waste leakage and improve waste management in Indonesia through the Banyuwangi Hijau Phase 3 project. This partnership is part of a broader agreement between the UAE and … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Risks of Intermittent Fasting for Teenagers, Impairing Insulin-Producing Cells

(IN BRIEF) A study by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), LMU Hospital Munich, and Helmholtz Munich found that while intermittent fasting benefits adult mice by improving insulin sensitivity, it harms beta cell development in adolescent mice, which could have … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Study Reveals Challenges Faced by Paramedics in Providing End-of-Life Care in England

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by the University of Southampton reveals significant challenges faced by paramedics in responding to end-of-life patients in England. Key issues identified include a lack of patient information, barriers to medication administration, and insufficient training, which … Read the full press release

New Trial Aims to Boost Independence for Older Adults with Heart Failure and Frailty Through Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

(IN BRIEF) The £2.3 million CHART trial, set to launch in February 2025, will test the impact of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) in helping older adults with heart failure and frailty maintain or improve their daily activities. The trial aims … Read the full press release

Professor Massimo Palmarini Steps Down as Director of CVR, Professor Emma Thomson Named Interim Director

(IN BRIEF) After over a decade of leading the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR), Professor Massimo Palmarini is stepping down as Director to take on the role of Head of Viroscience at Erasmus University Medical Centre in … Read the full press release

Evonik Showcases Cutting-Edge Biotechnology and Local Innovations at PCHi 2025 in Guangzhou

(IN BRIEF) Evonik will present its expanded portfolio at PCHi 2025 in Guangzhou, showcasing advanced biotechnology and products tailored to the regional market across various sectors. The company’s Care Solutions business focuses on meeting the growing demand for eco-friendly and … Read the full press release