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Diagnexia unveils state-of-the-art histopathology laboratory in Oxford

Diagnexia, the clinical digital pathology service of Deciphex, has opened a new, cutting-edge histopathology laboratory in Oxford.

Budget gives NHS extra £25 billion

As part of the Autumn Budget 2024, the government has allocated the NHS an extra £25.7 billion over this year and next as it looks to reform the Service and cut waiting lists.

Roche showcases growing momentum in diagnostics for Alzheimer’s disease

New data presented by Roche at the 17th Clinical Trials in Alzheimer’s Disease (CTAD) congress in Madrid, Spain highlight the potential of the Elecsys Amyloid Plasma Panel and Elecsys ptau181 for ruling out Alzheimer’s disease related amyloid pathology with very good accuracy.

Gestalt and Paige partner on digital pathology workflows with AI integration

Digital pathology firms Gestalt and Paige have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Paige's advanced AI applications within Gestalt's award-winning PathFlow solution.

RCPath statement in response to the Budget

The Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) has welcomed the 3.8% real-terms uplift over two years in support for the NHS announced by the Chancellor of the Exchequer in the recent Budget. However, in a statement responding to the Budget, the College says there needs to be a stronger investment in diagnostics, especially in pathology.

IBMS report highlights the need for technological advancements in UK diagnostic services

A new report from the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), in partnership with PA Consulting, provides a strategic roadmap for modernising diagnostic services in the UK, while highlighting the need for technological advancements.

New imaging analysis for head and neck cancer diagnostics

Researchers at the University of Helsinki have used new technology indicators of cancer cell behaviour and the architecture of the tumour and the surrounding healthy tissue to create a type of 'fingerprint’ for each patient that can be used to assess the prognosis and treatment response to cancer.

Owkin introduces next-generation AI diagnostic for colorectal cancer

AI-biotech firm Owkin has announced MSIntuit CRC v2, a next-generation AI solution aimed at transforming the detection and treatment of colorectal cancer (CRC). It will initially launch in the US as research use only, on Roche’s navify digital pathology enterprise software.

bioMérieux webinar to celebrate new Centre of Reference partnership

bioMérieux is marking its world-first Centre of Reference partnership launch with St James’s Hospital, Dublin with a special free online event.

MWE expands POLYWIPE range

Medical Wire & Equipment has expanded its POLYWIPE range, introducing an Easy Open Stomacher Bag format. This new addition follows excellent customer feedback and the proven success of the phosphate buffer option in a variety of industries.

UK’s first norovirus mRNA vaccine trial launched

The first Phase 3 randomised clinical trial of an investigational mRNA norovirus vaccine will open across the UK within the next few weeks.

Caris Life Sciences and ECOG-ACRIN partner to support TAILORx breast cancer trial

Caris Life Sciences, a AI TechBio company and precision medicine pioneer, has announced a multi-year research collaboration with ECOG-ACRIN Cancer Research Group.

Professional bodies engaging with Change.NHS consultation

Professional membership bodies The Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) and the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) have announced they are working on responses to the NHS 10 Year Plan consultation, as well as urging their members to contribute on an individual basis.

Bioptimus and Proscia collaborate to accelerate AI innovation for pathology

Bioptimus, a French startup building the reference AI foundation model in biology, has announced that its best-in-class H-optimus-0 foundation model is now integrated into Proscia’s Concentriq Embeddings, enabling data scientists and researchers in pathology and life sciences to achieve breakthroughs in AI development at unprecedented speed and scale.

New test improves diagnosis of allergies

A new research paper published by team from the University of Bern and Bern University Hospital in Switzerland showcases the accuracy of a new test which could improve the diagnosis of food allergies.

Access Genetics acquires breakthrough POC rapid PCR technology

US diagnostics firm Access Genetics has acquired all assets of California-based company Sensible Diagnostics. Access Genetics subsidiary OralDNA will be assuming ownership of Sensible Diagnostics’ assets and will be commercialising a new point-of-care molecular diagnostics system.

MPs and peers urge Chancellor to support the life sciences in Budget

A new group of MPs and peers have written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves urging her to protect and promote the UK’s world-leading life sciences sector in the government's first Budget.

New legislation sets out reform for regulation of medical devices

New legislation will introduce clearer and risk-proportionate requirements that improve the safety of medical devices across Great Britain and provide certainty for manufacturers ahead of introducing the wider future regulatory regime.

AI helps to detect antibiotic resistance

Researchers at the University of Zurich (UZH) have used artificial intelligence (AI) to help identify antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The team led by Adrian Egli, UZH professor at the Institute of Medical Microbiology, is the first to investigate how GPT-4, a powerful AI model developed by OpenAI, can be used to analyse antibiotic resistance.

Government launches consultation to form 10-year NHS plan

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has called on NHS staff and experts – as well as the entire nation - to help shape the government’s plans to overhaul the NHS.

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