Tag Archives: Healthcare Innovation

TUM Leads Telemedicine Pilot in Traunstein to Enhance Elder Care and Reduce Hospital Admissions

(IN BRIEF) The district of Traunstein is launching a new telemedicine project, led by the Technical University of Munich (TUM), to improve healthcare for elderly nursing home residents. The project uses a specially developed telemedicine kit that allows nursing staff … Read the full press release

Sidekick Health Secures €35 Million Funding from EIB to Expand Digital Therapeutics and AI Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Sidekick Health has secured a €35 million venture debt facility from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to advance its digital health and therapeutics initiatives. The funding, backed by the European Commission’s InvestEU initiative, will accelerate R&D and AI-driven … Read the full press release

Sanofi Sells 50% Stake in Opella to CD&R, Establishing Independent Global Consumer Healthcare Champion

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi has completed the sale of a 50.0% controlling stake in its consumer healthcare division, Opella, to CD&R, creating a global leader in consumer healthcare. Sanofi retains a significant 48.2% stake, while Bpifrance will hold 1.8% and join … Read the full press release

Merck to Acquire SpringWorks Therapeutics, Expanding Leadership in Rare Tumors and Advancing Healthcare Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Merck has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SpringWorks Therapeutics for approximately $3.9 billion. This acquisition will significantly enhance Merck’s rare tumor portfolio, adding first-in-class therapies for desmoid tumors and NF1-PN. The deal aligns with Merck’s strategy … Read the full press release

University of Twente and Labmicta Partner to Revolutionize Laboratory Diagnostics with AI and Robotics

(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente and Labmicta have formed a strategic partnership to advance laboratory diagnostics through the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. This collaboration aims to optimize diagnostic processes, reduce turnaround times, and improve patient care … Read the full press release

Roche Unveils AI-Powered Chest Pain Triage Algorithm to Streamline Emergency Cardiac Care

(IN BRIEF) Roche has launched a CE-marked Chest Pain Triage algorithm developed with Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg to improve emergency diagnosis of chest pain. Integrated into the navify® Algorithm Suite, the tool uses high-sensitivity cardiac troponin testing and ESC guidelines to support … Read the full press release

UEA’s Integrated NQP-IP Programme Sets a New Standard as First Triple-Credentialled Pharmacists Graduate

(IN BRIEF) Graduates of UEA’s pioneering NQP-IP programme have become the first pharmacists in England to secure the triple recognition comprising a Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Practice, Independent Prescriber status, and the RPS Post-registration Foundation Credential. This integrated programme uniquely … Read the full press release

New Funding Empowers Loughborough Lecturer to Innovate CRISPR Delivery for Dementia Treatment

(IN BRIEF) Dr Amanda Pearce of Loughborough University has received a substantial grant from the Academy of Medical Sciences as part of the Springboard programme, which supports 62 early-career researchers across the UK with awards ranging from £100,000 to £125,000. … Read the full press release

Roche and Genentech Unveil Cutting-Edge R&D Hub at Harvard Campus to Revolutionize Healthcare Research

(IN BRIEF) Roche announced the launch of the Roche Genentech Innovation Center Boston at Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus in Allston, establishing a hub that will drive breakthroughs in Cardiovascular, Renal, and Metabolism research while also leveraging data science and AI … Read the full press release

Diavantis Secures EFRO Subsidy for Groundbreaking Diabetes App Development

(IN BRIEF) Diavantis, a Dutch company focused on supporting individuals with type 2 diabetes, has been awarded an EFRO grant to develop an innovative app aimed at guiding patients toward a medication-free life. The project, which leverages AI and IoT … Read the full press release

GSK and ViiV Healthcare Secure European Commission Approval for Long-Acting HIV Treatment for Adolescents

(IN BRIEF) ViiV Healthcare has secured European Commission approval for its long-acting HIV treatment, Vocabria + Rekambys, for adolescents aged 12 and older. This approval offers a significant advancement in HIV care, providing an injectable treatment option that reduces the … Read the full press release

Philips and Myocardial Solutions Collaborate to Enhance Cardio-Oncology Care with AI-Powered Imaging

(IN BRIEF) Philips and Myocardial Solutions have collaborated to bring innovative, AI-driven imaging technologies to the field of cardio-oncology. By enhancing early detection of heart disease in cancer patients, this partnership aims to improve survival rates and quality of life. … Read the full press release

University of Twente’s PIHC Innovation Fund Awards €60,000 Grants to Healthcare Projects Advancing Patient Care and Technology

(IN BRIEF) On 30 January 2025, over 100 healthcare professionals and researchers gathered at Medisch Spectrum Twente for the presentation of the Pioneers in HealthCare (PIHC) vouchers, aimed at fostering innovative projects to enhance healthcare. Ten projects were selected from … Read the full press release

HealthSage AI Unveils Open Health AI Platform with First Three Clinical Applications to Enhance Healthcare Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) HealthSage AI has launched its open platform featuring three clinical applications aimed at streamlining physician workflows. These applications, powered by an optimized Large Language Model, improve administrative tasks, billing accuracy, and data exchange. In collaboration with Amsterdam UMC … Read the full press release

SAS and Maxwell Centre at University of Cambridge Forge Groundbreaking Collaboration in Healthcare Innovation

(IN BRIEF) SAS and the Maxwell Centre at the University of Cambridge are teaming up to propel healthcare innovation with advanced analytics. This partnership aims to integrate SAS expertise and its SAS® Viya® data and AI platform into the University’s … Read the full press release

Philips Nominates New Members to Supervisory Board, Continues Focus on Healthcare Innovation

(IN BRIEF) Royal Philips, a prominent player in health technology, proposes the re-appointment of Chairman Feike Sijbesma and Peter Löscher to its Supervisory Board, along with the appointment of Benoît Ribadeau-Dumas as a new member. The nominations, to be voted … Read the full press release