Entries by Anette Mertens

Synairgen raises £18m for Phase 2 INVENT trial of SNG001

Synairgen plc (SNG) has announced the successful completion of a £18m funding round, primarily supported by TFG Asset Management. The funding will advance the Phase 2 INVENT trial, assessing SNG001, an inhaled formulation of the antiviral protein interferon beta, in mechanically ventilated patients with severe viral lung infections.

Johnson & Johnson acquires Intra-Cellular Therapies for $14.6 billion

Johnson & Johnson has announced the acquisition of biopharmaceutical company Intra-Cellular Therapies, strengthening its position in the market for central nervous system disorder treatments. The $14.6 billion deal involves J&J paying $132 per share, representing a 39% premium over Intra-Cellular’s last closing price.

New RNA company Inverna Therapeutics launched

Inverna Therapeutics, a Danish biotech company, has officially launched to develop innovative RNA-based therapies targeting severe genetic diseases. Co-founded by the University of Southern Denmark and Argobio, Inverna will focus on its lead programme addressing Huntington’s disease.

Revolutionising research

LAB Automation – The Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) is transforming the global life sciences community by uniting interdisciplinary researchers and technology providers to drive innovation in laboratory automation and research.

Transforming research

The Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) is transforming the global life sciences community by uniting interdisciplinary researchers and technology providers to drive innovation in laboratory automation and research.