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Array-based solution for extended blood type research
Thermo Fisher Scientific has introduced the Applied Biosystems Axiom BloodGenomiX array and software, a first-of-its-kind solution for more precise blood genotyping in clinical research.
UK pledges £85 million to tackle AMR
A package of up to £85 million to support the international community in tackling the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance has been announced by the UK Government.
Indica Labs receives FDA clearance for HALO platform
Indica Labs has announced that it received FDA clearance for HALO AP Dx, an enterprise digital pathology platform, for primary diagnosis. This 510(k) clearance allows HALO AP Dx to be utilised in conjunction with the Hamamatsu NanoZoomer S360MD Slide scanner for in-vitro diagnostic use and sets the stage for use with additional FDA-cleared slide scanners in the future.
Partnership aims to develop new TBI diagnostics
Danaher has launched a collaboration with Johns Hopkins University aiming to develop new methods for diagnosing mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). As part of the Danaher Beacons program, researchers at Johns Hopkins University will leverage technology from Danaher subsidiary Beckman Coulter Diagnostics to potentially establish correlations between a new biomarker panel and clinical outcomes.
CRISPR innovation for cervical cancer diagnostics
Harnessing the power of CRISPR gene-editing technology in a new way, University of Florida researchers have created a one-tube testing method targeting DNA from body fluids that has the potential to dramatically increase access to the diagnosis of viral diseases such as cervical cancer.
Synthetic biomarker technology differentiates between prior Zika and dengue infections
A newly discovered Zika virus-specific synthetic molecule is capable of differentiating Zika-immune patient samples from samples of patients previously infected with the related dengue virus. The technology may lead to the development of better diagnostics and vaccine candidates.
Cell therapy reagent kits from Applied Cells
Applied Cells has announced the launch of its MARS Ingenuity Reagent kits for fast and easy cell isolation. This innovative product line features both RUO and GMP-grade reagents, and has been specifically optimised for use on Applied Cells’ proprietary MARS Bar platform.
Collaboration for better diagnostics – BD to host June symposium
Registration is now open for the Infection Diagnostics Symposium, hosted by BD, which aims to bring together professionals from the laboratory, ward and board across two days to discuss how a unified approach could improve infectious disease diagnostic pathways.
Construction begins on new CDCs in Lincolnshire
Construction work is underway for two new NHS community diagnostic centres (CDCs) in Lincolnshire as part of a £38million investment in services. The centres in Skegness and Lincoln represent a significant development in local NHS services, with the centre in Skegness believed to be the largest single NHS investment in the town in many years.
Beckman Coulter and MeMed extend diagnostics partnership
Beckman Coulter Diagnostics and MeMed, a leader in the emerging field of advanced host-response technologies, have announced the expansion of their host immune response diagnostics partnership.
MHRA launches AI Airlock to address regulation challenges
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has launched AI Airlock, its new regulatory sandbox for AI as a Medical Device (AIaMD). This initiative aims to address challenges for regulating medical devices that use AI.
ABHI launches manifesto for healthtech
The Association of British HealthTech Industries (ABHI) has published its manifesto which articulates a clear and actionable 10-point programme for government. This strategic blueprint is designed to harness the full potential of the sector to benefit patients, clinicians, and the UK economy.
Government publishes new five-year plan to combat AMR
The government has announced its new national action plan on antimicrobial resistance to protect people and animals from the risk of drug-resistant infections. The new document builds on the progress made in the previous five-year national action plan and supports the 20-year vision to contain and control AMR by 2040.
ESCMID Global 2024 echoes multidisciplinary calls to action
Working towards a multidisciplinary approach to navigate the future of infectious diseases was a key theme at the 34th European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID) Global 2024 congress.
New vaccine could protect against future coronaviruses
Researchers have developed a vaccine that has been shown in mice to protect against a broad range of coronaviruses with potential for future disease outbreaks. This is a new approach to vaccine development called ‘proactive vaccinology’, where scientists build a vaccine before the disease-causing pathogen even emerges.
BBI and BioAgilytix partner for bioanalytical testing
BBI Solutions a trusted expert provider of end-to-end solutions for the development of high-performance assays, has signed a partnership agreement with BioAgilytix, a leading global bioanalytical laboratory. The partnership will integrate BBI’s ability to produce high-quality custom antibody reagents for a variety of testing applications with BioAgilytix’s bioanalytical testing services.
New collaboration to advance ALS research
Broken String Biosciences, a genomics company driving development of cell and gene therapies, has announced it has entered a research collaboration with the Francis Crick Institute, to further understand the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
QuidelOrtho appoints Brian Blaser as President and CEO
QuidelOrtho has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Brian J Blaser as President and CEO. In addition, Mr. Blaser will also join the Board later this month as it expands from ten to eleven members.
FDA approves ColoSense, a new multi-target RNA colorectal cancer screening test
Geneoscopy, a life sciences company focused on developing diagnostic tests for the advancement of gastrointestinal health, has announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved its non-invasive colorectal cancer (CRC) screening test, ColoSense.
Blood diagnostics modelled on leeches
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a new device for taking blood samples. It works according to the leech principle and is less invasive than taking blood from the arm with a needle. It is also easy to handle and can be used by people without medical training.
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