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An automated solution for urine specimen aliquoting

Microbiology laboratory and automation firm Copan has launched UriVerse, a state-of-the-art, fully automated system that transforms the pre-analytical handling of urine specimens by automating key manual steps.

Three London Trusts join NPIC digital pathology network

The National Pathology Imaging Co-operative (NPIC), based at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is proud to announce that three major NHS Trusts in North Central London have successfully gone live on the NPIC digital pathology network, marking an important milestone for digital healthcare innovation across the UK.

Unlocking the power of vaccines in the fight against AMR

A newly published article from the Microbiology Society highlights actions which could help realise the full potential of vaccines in tackling antimicrobial resistance.

The latest issue of Pathology in Practice is now available!

The August issue of PIP has now been published and is available to read online.

NHS begins roll-out of world-first gonorrhoea vaccine programme

People at highest risk of infection with gonorrhoea will now be better protected from the disease, as the NHS and local authorities begin the roll-out of a world-first vaccination programme in England.

WHO issues guidance on diagnostics for newborns

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a new target product profile to guide the development of in vitro diagnostic tests for serious bacterial infections in newborns and young infants, including neonatal sepsis – a leading cause of infant deaths globally.

Partnership to provide genomic insights in prostate cancer care

Precision health firm Helix has announced a partnership with cancer diagnostics company Veracyte that will make it easier for urologists to add comprehensive germline testing for patients with high-risk localised and metastatic prostate cancer.

New chief executive appointed at UKHSA

Professor Susan Hopkins is appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

POCT advances from Anbio Biotechnology

In response to recent outbreaks of Chikungunya fever, Anbio Biotechnology has announced the launch of its Chikungunya IgM/IgG Rapid Test, offering clinicians and public health authorities a fast, accessible diagnostic tool at the point of care. The company also has a new PCR system, for quicker POC results.

Further expansion for NHS cancer vaccine trials

Patients with advanced head and neck cancers in England will be fast-tracked into a trial of a new cancer vaccine, as the NHS expands its world-leading trial ‘match-making’ service.

Cherwell to be renamed AnalytiChem UK

Cherwell (an AnalytiChem company), a microbiology cleanroom solutions expert, is to be renamed AnalytiChem UK from the 1 September 2025. This represents the next step in Cherwell’s integration with the AnalytiChem Group, which it joined in January 2024.

Agilent expands the Dako Omnis family

Agilent Technologies has announced the introduction of its Dako Omnis family of automated immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridisation instruments with three new models - Agilent Dako Omnis 110, 165, and 165 Duo - designed to meet the evolving needs of pathology laboratories of all sizes.

Starlab closes recycling circle

Following the successful start of production in Germany in January, Starlab is now commencing sale of the first TipOne racks with TipOne recyclate. This marks the next milestone for the company after years of development and the systematic establishment of a European recycling infrastructure: turning plastic laboratory waste back into high-quality laboratory products.

Clinisys acquires Orchard Software

Clinisys has announced the acquisition of Orchard Software from Francisco Partners, a leading global investment firm that specialises in partnering with technology businesses.

Flow cytometry: a comprehensive market research report

Flow cytometry is a mainstay of analytical methods to study cells, but growth is now accelerating as new immuno-oncology and liquid biopsy markets create unprecedented investment in the race to cure cancer.

Transforming Alzheimer’s disease research and treatment

Porosome Therapeutics has announced key advancements in its first-in-class, disease-modifying neurological platform, which will transform Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) research and treatment by offering a new approach that goes beyond symptom management.

Enhancing Access to Blood Testing for Independent Healthcare Providers

Inuvi, a leading UK provider of mobile phlebotomy, health assessments, blood testing, and community diagnostic services, has announced the opening of its new Diagnostic Centre. The facility opened in July on Wimpole Street, located within the Harley Street Health District. Purpose-built to meet the growing demand for fast and reliable blood testing, the clinic offers a convenient high-quality service for Inuvi’s customers.

Integrated approach required for home diagnostic testing

There is an urgent need for a change in the law, backed up with Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) regulation, for many DIY diagnostic tests, says Dr Martin Myers, Consultant Clinical Biochemist, Joint Clinical Lead at NHSE Getting it Right First Time (GIRFT), Pathology. Laboratory Director Clinical Biochemistry & Clinical Lead for POCT at Lancashire Teaching Hospital.

Whole-slide model for multimodal AI in pathology

Paige, a leader in next-generation AI technology, has announced the release of PRISM2, its most advanced slide-level foundation model to date. PRISM2 is designed to advance large language models (LLM) by enabling them to understand pathology images, connecting visual patterns with the clinical language used by clinicians to unlock novel capabilities.

Seegene unveils unattended PCR automation

Molecular diagnostics firm Seegene is to unveil its fully automated PCR testing system, CURECA, and data analytics platform, STAgora, at ADLM 2025.

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