This week we explore a significant financing for an artificial intelligence-based biotech company, an investment in medtech by the UK government and a U.S. Food and Drug Administration visit to a major medtech incubator. We also look at a new product using AI to provide information regarding clinical ... READ MORE >
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5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Sept. 25, 2023
This week we explore the development of a drug to grow teeth and the start of clinical trials for rabies vaccines. We also look at the labor shortage in biopharma manufacturing and Medicare’s solvency concerns. In addition, we highlight a survey which shows that artificial intelligence is the top area for ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Sept. 11, 2023
This week we explore the approval of updated COVID-19 vaccines, the announcement of two biotech initial public offerings and a special purpose acquisition company transaction. We also look at the development of a new COVID-19 vaccine and decreased U.S. and European investment in Chinese biotech ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Aug. 14, 2023
This week, we spotlight an increase in UK biotech funding, the approval of the first sterilization system for 3D-printed medical devices and the decline of radiation therapy in cancer treatment. We also delve into COVID-19 vaccine testing against new variants. Lastly, we examine the approval of a patient ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Aug. 7, 2023
This week, we spotlight the use of an oral pill for postpartum depression, a change in Meta’s approach to artificial intelligence, and an expedited regulatory review process for medical devices. We also delve into major increases in research and development spending among large pharmaceutical companies. ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of July 17, 2023
This week, we spotlight the U.K.'s delayed association with Horizon Europe and its impact on the medtech sector. We also delve into a novel discovery in MRI imaging and the Food and Drug Administration's approval of a new treatment for preventing the respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV, in young ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of June 26, 2023
This week we spotlight the introduction of new pathways for emerging technologies in Medicare coverage and the use of virtual reality to alleviate needle phobia. We also delve into the financial aspects of the biopharma industry, examining the trend of increased compensation for CEOs. The biotech ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of June 19, 2023
This week we spotlight the significant uptick in biotech layoffs in the first quarter as well as the European Commission's strategic postponement of the new Medical Device Regulation. Additionally, we delve into recent groundbreaking approvals encompassing two innovative oral medications for pediatric ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of May 1, 2023
This week we look at how the world of digital health is facing an uncertain future when it comes to capital investment. We also examine how researchers have developed a "brain decoder" using neural network technology, gene therapy treatments that offer significant benefits but come with a steep cost, and ... READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of April 10, 2023
This week we look at a range of topics in the life sciences industry, from the development of pediatric pacemakers to advancements in health care legislation. We also look at the over $1 billion in venture funds launched last week related to life sciences. Each week we highlight five things affecting ... READ MORE >