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PathAI unveils new partnerships

AI-powered digital pathology firm PathAI has announced new partnerships with AI pathology innovators Mindpeak, Stratipath, and Primaa. Artificial intelligence products from the three firms will soon be available via PathAI's AISight Dx image management system.

New partnership brings Copan’s swabs closer to NHS laboratories

Sterilab Services, a leading supplier of diagnostic consumables in the UK, has been appointed as an authorised distributor for Copan, the globally recognised brand in microbiological specimen collection and transport.

Launch of first UK-wide birth cohort study in 25 years

A ground-breaking UK-wide scientific study will help improve the lives of future generations by studying 30,000 children born in 2026.

NHS league tables launched to drive up standards

The Government has announced it is to roll out a new system of league tables for England’s NHS Trusts, as it aims to deliver better patient care following what it says is record investment.

IBMS and Roche call for focus on IVDs to support NHS

A new report has shown that the UK can build a more preventive, efficient, and resilient healthcare system fit for the future by prioritising investment in in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) across the NHS.

Aiforia and Siemens Healthineers partnership to expand AI access

Aiforia Technologies, a provider of deep learning AI solutions for digital pathology, has announced a strategic partnership with healthcare firm Siemens Healthineers, which aims to expand the availability of Aiforia’s AI-driven solutions across European diagnostic laboratories.

Linking pathology data to breakthrough therapies

Proscia has announced the launch of Proscia Aperture, a pioneering precision medicine solution that automatically identifies candidates at the moment of diagnosis - addressing one of healthcare’s most critical challenges.

Booking open for next POCT Innovators event

Tickets are now available for ‘The Power to Disrupt Through Diagnostics’ the next POCT Innovators one-day conference, which takes place Monday 15 December at London’s National Army Museum.

RCPath joins calls for multidisciplinary team meeting reform

The Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) has collaborated with The Royal College of Radiologists and other Medical Royal Colleges and associations to call for reform of multidisciplinary team meetings.

Aiforia releases new AI solution for lymph node metastasis detection

Aiforia Technologies has launched a new CE-IVD marked clinical AI solution for lymph node metastasis detection.

Radiometer, Leica Biosystems and Cepheid to unite at IBMS Congress 2025

Radiometer, urgent and acute care testing specialist, will unite with Leica Biosystems and Cepheid at IBMS Congress 2025 to spotlight the breadth and scale of the Danaher Diagnostics portfolio.

New partnership to advance nucleic acid quantification

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences is advancing nucleic acid quantification through a strategic collaboration with Hombrechtikon Systems Engineering, a Swiss provider of customised automation and engineering solutions for the life sciences and diagnostics sectors.

Dartford and Gravesham implements Clinisys ICE for pathology

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust has taken a significant step towards a more digital future by rolling out electronic test ordering for pathology and radiology using Clinisys ICE.

Eppendorf introduces next generation mechanical pipettes

Life sciences firm Eppendorf has announced the commercial launch of the Eppendorf Research 3 neo range of pipettes, designed to deliver accurate and precise results for accelerated volume selection, and optimised ergonomics.

Randox Laboratories expands US operations

Diagnostic technology firm Randox Laboratories has announced plans to expand its US site in Jefferson County, West Virginia, from a 48-person sales and distribution operation into a full-scale production laboratory, further increasing the company’s 4.1 billion annually manufactured tests.

UKHSA warns on vaccination rates among pre-schoolers

Newly published data show that nearly 1 in 5 children starting primary school are not fully protected against several serious diseases, prompting the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS England to call for parents and healthcare workers to catch up on missed vaccinations.

Leadership transition at Cherwell

Cherwell (an AnalytiChem company) has announced the retirement of Andy Whittard, Managing Director, and the appointment of Stuart Hall, Cherwell’s current Director of Finance, as his successor.

New antibiotic for UTIs approved

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved gepotidacin (Blujepa), a new kind of oral antibiotic pill to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in females.

Devon and Cornwall hospitals initiate digital pathology with Sectra

Cancer patients will benefit from the potential for faster diagnosis and better access to specialist opinions, following the go-live of a digital pathology solution across five NHS sites in Devon and Cornwall.

Evident to Acquire Pramana

Evident has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Pramana, a leading manufacturer of digital pathology solutions.

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