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Novel blood test could improve cancer treatments
Researchers at the University of Zurich (UZH) and the University Hospital Zurich (USZ) have developed a new diagnostic method for cancer patients, a type of liquid biopsy that analyses blood samples rather than organs or tissues.
New integrated chemistry and immunoassay analyser
Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has launched its new DxC 500i integrated clinical chemistry and immunoassay analyser. Ideally suited for satellite and independent laboratories, the DxC 500i offers flexibility, scalability and data commutability with an extensive assay menu.
Professor Sarah Coupland elected PathSoc President
Professor Sarah Coupland has been elected President of the Pathological Society of Great Britain and Ireland (PathSoc) following the Society's recent Annual General Meeting in Sheffield.
Sir Patrick Vallance appointed Minister for Science
The new Labour Government has appointed Sir Patrick Vallance FRS FMedSci FRCP HonFREng as Minister of State (Minister for Science). He was previously Government Chief Scientific Adviser (GCSA) from April 2018 to April 2023.
Cepheid receives FDA authorisation for POC hepatitis C test
Cepheid has announced that its Xpert HCV molecular test to detect hepatitis C at the point of care has been greenlit for the US market.
Moderna receives US funding to develop influenza vaccines
Moderna has announced a project award of $176 million through the Rapid Response Partnership Vehicle (RRPV) to accelerate the development of mRNA-based pandemic influenza vaccines.
Cyberattack update from Synnovis
London pathology services provider Synnovis has recently issued a further update on its efforts to recover and restore services following the cyberattack at the start of June.
Lalita Ramakrishnan awarded 2024 Robert Koch Prize
Lalita Ramakrishnan, Group Leader in the Medical Research Council’s Laboratory of Molecular Biology’s (LMB) Cell Biology Division and the University of Cambridge’s Molecular Immunity Unit (housed in the LMB), has been announced as the 2024 recipient of the Robert Koch Prize, in recognition of her pioneering research investigating the molecular mechanisms behind tuberculosis (TB).
Common respiratory infections may have protected children from COVID-19
Analysing nasal swabs taken during the pandemic, researchers at Yale School of Medicine suggest that the frequent presence of other viruses and bacteria may have helped to protect children from the worst effects of COVID-19 by boosting their immune systems.
New cases slowing in Escherichia coli outbreak
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), is continuing to work with partners to investigate the recent Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) outbreak. It has confirmed further cases, including two deaths, but numbers of new cases are now decreasing.
Diagnostic stewardship approach to C. difficile reduces unnecessary testing
A new study describes the outcome of a new approach to testing for Clostridioides difficile, guided by the principles of diagnostic stewardship and how it highlights the benefits of a clearly defined, evidence-based test-ordering process.
Bio-Rad updates Celselect Slides to enhance cancer research
Bio-Rad Laboratories has launched Celselect Slides 2.0 to enhance rare cell and circulating tumour cell (CTC) capture. Compatible with Bio-Rad’s Genesis Cell Isolation System, the latest version of Celselect Slides enables the processing of greater volumes of liquid biopsy samples and offers the ability to capture and recover a greater number of CTCs for enumeration or use in downstream applications.
New US alliance to help laboratories accelerate adoption of digital pathology
Proscia has established a new partner alliance – named Proscia Ready - to help laboratories grow their use of digital pathology through an increasingly comprehensive approach.
Synnovis cyberattack: patient data stolen and posted online
London-based pathology services partnership Synnovis has issued a further update following the recent cyberattack, confirming that patient information published online was stolen from its systems.
Bio-Rad extends range of anti-biotherapeutic antibodies
Bio-Rad Laboratories has launched four new anti-idiotypic antibodies to the following drugs: atezolizumab (Tecentriq), avelumab (Bavencio), obinutuzumab (Gazyvaro), and ocrelizumab (Ocrevus), extending its range of anti-biotherapeutic antibodies. The company also introduced its anti-monomethyl auristatin E (MMAE) biotherapeutic antibody range for bioanalysis.
Free webinar - current and future trends in TDM for IBD management
BIOHIT HealthCare is excited to announce an upcoming webinar, 'Current and future trends in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM)', which will take place on 3 July at 12:30-1:30pm BST.
Simple test for influenza could improve diagnosis and surveillance
A low-cost CRISPR-based paper-strip test distinguishes between influenza types and can be reprogrammed to recognise different viruses including H5N1 bird influenza. A recently published paper describes the development of the new test that could allow more patients to find out which type of influenza they have and get the right treatment.
2024 RCPath Achievement Awards
The Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) has announced the winners of its Achievement Awards. Six RCPath Achievement Awards were presented this year, four 'Team' awards and two awards for in the new category of 'Sustainability'.
Cardiac Marker Dialogues: Cardiac Biomarkers in Real Time – Experiences and Opportunities
Following five popular meetings, Cardiac Marker Dialogues is pleased to be back with an exciting programme for a sixth meeting in Glasgow in September 2024.
New analytical units for cobas pro integrated solutions
Roche has launched new analytical units, cobas c 703 and cobas ISE neo, for the cobas pro integrated solutions, in countries accepting the CE mark. The cobas pro integrated solutions is a scalable and modular diagnostic platform designed for high-volume laboratories.
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BSMT 40th Anniversary Microbiology Conference
RAF Museum, Hendon, London NW9 5LL
15 May, 2025
Transforming Digital Pathology & AI: The Path Forward
Royal College Of Physicians Of Edinburgh
15 May, 2025
The 10 Year Plan - Clinical Innovations Expo
Jubilee Hotel and Conference Centre, Nottingham, UK
15 May, 2025
Incorrect Blood Component Transfused: a SHOT webinar
Online
21 May 2025
Near miss reporting and WBIT: a SHOT webinar
Online
9 June 2025