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Pioneer Group highlights five key factors that life science entrepreneurs and start-ups should focus on to capture investors attention and support.
Establishing a life science start-up can be both thrilling and challenging, especially when seeking valuable start-up funding from investors. Really understanding what investors are looking for can, significantly shape your start-up’s trajectory. With this in mind, Pioneer Group, a company combining laboratory development and operation with venture building, shares some top tips directly from investors themselves on what they’re looking for in a life sciences company and highlights five key factors that life science entrepreneurs and start-ups should focus on to capture the attention and support of potential investors. 1. The Right People W…

This Sunday, 11th February 2024, marks the annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The event is a global celebration of the women who work and contribute to the major scientific findings that we see every day.
This Sunday, 11th February 2024, marks the annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The event is a global celebration of the women who work and contribute to the major scientific findings that we see every day. Initially adopted by the United Nations General Assembly, the day is enacted annually by UNESCO in collaboration with UN Women. Both organisations work with national governments, civil society partners, corporations, and universities to promote awareness and dialogue to celebrate the accomplishments of women and girls in STEM (science, technology,…

Highlighting the critical need for more blood donors to increase and diversify our blood supply, National Blood Donor Month engages and inspires individuals to contribute to the cause, raising awareness and helping save countless lives.
Highlighting the critical need for more blood donors to increase and diversify our blood supply, National Blood Donor Month engages and inspires individuals to contribute to the cause, raising awareness and helping save countless lives. Shameet Thakkar, leading humanitarian aid and global health expert, comments on the key role of blood donations in the humanitarian field, with this resource being a vital piece of the puzzle in our battle to strengthen our humanitarian aid response as well as our healthcare systems. He says: “From a humanitarian point of vie…

Every medical practitioner goes through the struggles of running their small local healthcare businesses, facing problems like financial mismanagement, missed appointments, staffing shortages, and more. Here are 7 strategies small clinicians can streamline their operations!
Running a small clinical practice comes with its unique set of hurdles. These challenges encompass a broad spectrum, ranging from efficiently managing patient appointments to staying consistently compliant with the ever-evolving and complex landscape of healthcare regulations. In this in-depth article, we will delve into seven essential strategies that can empower small clinicians to not only improve their operational efficiency but also elevate the overall quality of patient care they provide. Our primary focus will be…

Discover what lies ahead for the healthcare industry in this insightful article. Explore the latest advancements in technology, the impact of artificial intelligence, and the potential for personalized medicine. Gain valuable insights into how the future of healthcare is shaping up and what it means for patients, providers, and the overall healthcare system.
The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technology in healthcare can revolutionize patient care and reshape the industry's future. IoT, a network of interconnected devices and sensors that collect and exchange data, offers a range of applications in healthcare, from enhancing patient monitoring and remote care to improving diagnostics and treatment. By leveraging IoT-enabled devices and systems, healthcare providers can deliver more…

Last week, the Systech team had the opportunity to attend Pharmapack 2024 in Paris, France. This event, attracting over 5,000 visitors and 300 exhibitors, is a pivotal trendsetter for the European pharmaceutical industry. This year, three key trends particularly stood out, each likely to significantly influence the future of pharmaceutical packaging.
Last week, the Systech team had the opportunity to attend Pharmapack 2024 in Paris, France. This event, attracting over 5,000 visitors and 300 exhibitors, is a pivotal trendsetter for the European pharmaceutical industry. This year, three key trends particularly stood out, each likely to significantly influence the future of pharmaceutical packaging. Combating Counterfeits Combating counterfeiting is high on the agenda this year. Counterfeit d…

The life science sector has seen a major amount of technological adoption in the past few years, prompted largely by the pandemic. As the industry progresses in 2024, it will remain dedicated to using technology to improve clinical trials, expand patient diversity, and strengthen drug safety systems. Several trends are likely to shape the pharmaceutical and clinical research industries this year.
The life science sector has seen a major amount of technological adoption in the past few years, prompted largely by the pandemic. As the industry progresses in 2024, it will remain dedicated to using technology to improve clinical trials, expand patient diversity, and strengthen drug safety systems. Several trends are likely to shape the pharmaceutical and clinical research industries this year: R…

Phosphorus catalysts are widely used in organic chemistry laboratories to convert acetic acid and formaldehyde into acrylic acid or used to catalyze hydrodesulfurization (HDS) and hydrodenitrogenation (HDN).
Phosphorus catalysts are widely used in organic chemistry laboratories to convert acetic acid and formaldehyde into acrylic acid or used to catalyze hydrodesulfurization (HDS) and hydrodenitrogenation (HDN). It also plays an important role in photocatalyst or electrocatalyst by combining phosphorus with carbon materials or other metals and metal derivatives such as TiO2. Catalyst Used in Organic Chemistry Lab: Vanadium phosphorus oxide catalyst (VPO) can convert acetic acid and formaldehyde into acrylic acid for the conversion of oxidized butane to maleic anhydride or for certain…

Many individuals may not be familiar with hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase, an enzyme that plays a pivotal role in human health and medical research. Today, we delve into the essence of this crucial enzyme, its remarkable functions, and its applications in biotechnology.
Many individuals may not be familiar with hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase, an enzyme that plays a pivotal role in human health and medical research. Today, we delve into the essence of this crucial enzyme, its remarkable functions, and its applications in biotechnology.   So, what is hydroxybutyrate dehydrogenase? It is a catalytic enzyme involved in the metabolism of ketone bodies, primarily Beta-Hydroxybutyrate (BH), in living organisms. It performs a rather complex biochemical task - converting Beta-Hydroxybutyrate to Ac…

Evolved ARveo 8 surgical microscope leads to clinical value creation for 3D brain-tumor visualization and enables freedom of movement with a surgical headset
Leica Microsystems, a world leader in microscopy and scientific instrumentation, has launched an evolved version of its ARveo 8 digital visualization microscope for neurosurgery. The ever-growing ecosystem, ARveo 8, enhances surgical visualization through the application of a 3D view and Augmented-Reality (AR) fluorescence. For brain-tumor surgery, the new GLOW400* 3D AR fluorescence helps surgeons to achieve a new level of clinical value creation with clear visualization of both anatomical structures and a wide range of fluorescence information. In vascular surgery, they can now visualize fluorescent vascular flow in 3D with the GLOW8…

According to Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI), Germany constitutes the major European pharmaceutical market and the fourth largest worldwide, with a pharmaceutical market that is growing at a faster rate than the German economy. The country is home to more than 600 pharmaceutical companies, with the pharma industry employing around 140,000 people. In this article, we highlight the top 10 biotech and pharma companies in Germany as of 2023, based on their market capitalisation.
According to Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI), Germany constitutes the major European pharmaceutical market and the fourth largest worldwide, with a pharmaceutical market that is growing at a faster rate than the German economy. The country is home to more than 600 pharmaceutical companies, with the pharma industry emplo…

With 2024 officially underway, the global life science marketing space finds itself, as always, facing challenges and opportunities. The need for innovation and to attract and convert buyers in a hugely competitive space whilst staying on top of industry advancements remains crucial.
With 2024 officially underway, the global life science marketing space finds itself, as always, facing challenges and opportunities. The need for innovation and to attract and convert buyers in a hugely competitive space whilst staying on top of industry advancements remains crucial. New marketing trends are always emerging across every sector and the pharmaceutical and contract outsourcing space is no different. Companies operating in life sciences are still feeling the aftermath of the COVID come down which h…

The global biotechnology market was estimated at $1.37 trillion in 2022, with an expected compound annual growth rate of 13.96% between 2023 and 2030. As the industry continues to evolve at an unprecedented rate, talent acquisition professionals within the life science industry face unique challenges when it comes to attracting and retaining the top talent needed to propel this growth.
The global biotechnology market was estimated at $1.37 trillion in 2022, with an expected compound annual growth rate of 13.96% between 2023 and 2030. As the industry continues to evolve at an unprecedented rate, talent acquisition professionals within the life science industry face unique challenges when it comes to attracting and retaining the top talent needed to propel this growth. In 2023, the industry u…

Chemotherapy with anti-tumor agents is currently one of the most important systemic treatments for cancer. However, direct treatment with drugs lacks specificity and sensitivity and tends to attack normal cells indiscriminately, resulting in side effects.
Introduction Liposomes, as drug carriers, provide a superior solution for maintaining or enhancing the efficacy of chemotherapy while reducing the severity of reactions and side effects. Classification When the surface of the liposome is modified, the properties of the liposome can be changed to control the release of the internal drug, to achieve better targeting effect and drug efficacy. Current liposome release triggers include heat, light, pH, temperature, ultrasound, enzymes, magnetism and et al., which have been widely used in anti-t…

Isotopes are different atoms of the same element with the same number of protons and different numbers of neutrons called isotopes of each other, which can also be interpreted as different nuclides of the same element called isotopes of each other.
What are Isotopes? An isotope is one of two or more atoms of the same chemical element with the same atomic number, occupying the same position on the periodic table and having almost identical chemical behavior, but with different atomic weights or mass numbers, which results in differences in mass spectral behavior, radioactive transitions, and physical properties (e.g., diffusion ability in the gaseous state). Isotopes can be categorized into the following two types according to their stability and the physical properties of radioactivity: Sta…

Adjuvants can help antigens induce long-term effective specific immune responses in vivo, leading to higher vaccine efficacy and prolonged protection from immune responses. Adjuvants can also reduce the amount of antigen used, the cost of production and the number of immunizations.
What are Adjuvants? Adjuvants, also known as immunomodulators or immune enhancers, are an additive to vaccines. Adjuvants are non-specific immune enhancers that enhance or alter the type of immune response to an antigen.  Based on their chemical properties, adjuvants can be broadly classified into the following categories: Inorganic adjuvants such as aluminum adjuvants; emulsion-based adjuvants such as MF59 and AS03; water-soluble adjuvants such as saponins; adjuvants targeting pattern-recognition recep…

Ergothioneine is a natural product found widely in various organisms, especially in ergot, where it is present in higher amounts.
What is Ergothioneine? At physiological pH, ergothioneine is stable since it mainly exists in the form of thione. It possesses various physiological functions, including scavenging free radicals, detoxification, maintaining DNA biosynthesis, promoting normal cell growth, and supporting cellular immunity. L-(+)-Ergothioneine can play a protective role in human cells, serving as an essential active substance in the body. Additionally, research indicates that ergothioneine can inhibit the activity of mitochondrial complex II, providing protection to mitochondria; and that ergothioneine has a protective effect on mice with dextran sulfate sodium (DSS)-induced colitis…

The linker is not only the molecule part of the covalent link between the antibody and the small molecule payload, but also a key element with design properties in targeted drug therapy.
The addition of the linker should not induce aggregation and needs to ensure acceptable PK characteristics, while limiting the premature release of the payload in plasma and enabling the effective release of active molecules at the targeted site. These linkers can be divided into cleavable linker and non-cleavable linker. ADCs based on non-cleavable linkers must be internalized and the antibody needs to be degraded by lysosomal proteases to release active molecules. Many non-cleavable linkers have been explored during the ADC development process, the most representative one is N-succinimide-4-(N-maleimideme…

In recent decades, PROTACs have become an attractive technology in drug development. Candidate drugs like ARV110 and ARV-471 have entered Phase I/II clinical trials, indicating the potential of PROTACs in the treatment of cancer and other diseases. The high selectivity, resistance-overcoming capabilities, and ability to target previously undruggable proteins make PROTACs effective in various diseases, including neurological disorders, inflammatory diseases, and cancer.
Proteolysis Targeting Chimeras (PROTACs) are a novel approach for degrading target proteins. Recently, a new split-and-mix PROTAC (SM-PROTAC) system based on liposome self-assembly, known as LipoSM-PROTAC, was reported in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. The LipoSM-PROTAC system exhibits selective degradatio…

Biomagnetism brings together old ideas and new creative thinking. It makes us wonder if it could improve health care. More science is still needed to prove if it works. But the concept makes us challenge what we think we know. It pushes the limits of what we think is possible. As we learn more, biomagnetism may find a special role. It might help make healthcare more complete and fit each person. Future research may show magnets can do more than pull in metal objects. Someday, they might transform people’s health around the world. For now, biomagnetism stands at a crossing point. It connects the past and future while we study its power to heal.
We are in the midst of a golden era of healthcare innovation and advancement. Breakthrough technologies like genetics, nanomedicine, robotics, and…