Gene Editing?CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing offers substantial improvements over previous gene editing technologies in terms of ease of use, speed, efficacy, and cost. Not surprisingly, CRISPR-Cas9 editing has taken biomedical science by storm. While the technology is relatively simple in handling at the level of basic research, the use of CRISPR genome editing in therapeutical applications poses a bunch of
analytical challenges.
€40m for Treg starver start-up
Latest NewsInstitut Curie spin-off Egle Therapeutics has raised €40m in a Series A financing. The company will use the funds to develop First-In-Class T-regulatory cells therapies based on Treg starvers.
From make-up to jet fuel: Breakthrough for Global Bioenergies
Latest NewsThe French company has taken big steps to scale up its process for converting plant-based feedstocks into isobutene, bringing affordable aviation biofuels into reach.
Analytical demand of CRISPR gene therapies
BackgroundGene Editing?CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing offers substantial improvements over previous gene editing technologies in terms of ease of use, speed, efficacy, and cost. Not surprisingly, CRISPR-Cas9 editing has taken biomedical science by storm. While the technology is relatively simple in handling at the level of basic research, the use of CRISPR genome editing in therapeutical applications poses a bunch of
analytical challenges.
Sofinnova Capital X Fund closed at €472m
Latest NewsParis-based life sciences venture capital firm Sofinnova Partners has closed the largest early-stage healthcare VC fund in Europe.
Medical cold chain for gene and cell therapies
BackgroundThe medical cold chain is the network of refrigerators, freezers, and transport solutions tasked to always keep samples and specimens at their intended temperatures. When it comes to cell and gene research and therapy, temperature requirements can be demanding, requiring the deployment of specialised refrigeration products. With its refrigeration solutions, B Medical Systems can help in always keeping your specimens safe.
BICO raises €600m and acquires QInstruments
Latest NewsWith €600m from a directed share issue in its coffers, BICO finalises the acquisition of QInstruments, a specialist in advanced sample preparation automation.
Thermo Scientific HyPeak Single-Use Chromatography System
ProductsThe HyPeak Chromatography System provides a complete, single-use solution for chromatographic purificationa principal unit operation in downstream bioprocessing of recombinant proteins such as monocolonal antibodies and viral vector production. Pre-engineered system options and modular-flow kit designs allow for selection of tools and technology suitable for a broad range of applications. The HyPeak Chromatography System can be used for multiple chromatography steps and, combined with the automation package, provides the platform necessary for consistent, high-performing purification
European sustainability fund raises €200m
Latest NewsThe European Circular Bioeconomy Fund, initiated by the EU, has raised more than €200m that will be used to drive the transformation towards a bio-based economy.
Success together with CDMOs
BackgroundWhen the time comes for a biopharma company to outsource its production, or to get support for the development of a new project, the pool of available CDMOs is quite deep. Everyone knows the big players, but maybe they are not suitable for everyone. They have proven expertise but as it happens with big organisations, they are usually not very flexible with increased indirect costs.
Curevac withdraws MAA of CVnCoV
Latest NewsGerman CureVac N.V. has withdrawn its application for market approval of its COVID-19 vaccine candidate and will focus on the development of a second-generation vaccine.