Entries by Maren Kühr

BioFlo® 120 – Performance Meets Value

The Eppendorf BioFlo 120 bioprocess controller offers simplicity and ease of use, without sacrificing capability. No matter if you are in an academic, governmental or industrial research setting, the BioFlo 120 bioprocess controller is an attractive solution to meet your needs – all at an affordable price.

2025 Chikungunya Outbreak: A Global Health Challenge

Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is a mosquito-borne alphavirus causing fever, severe joint pain, rash, and muscle aches, mainly transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes. The outbreak began on islands in the Indian Ocean and had spread to 119 countries by 2025, including temperate regions such as France. Key control strategies include vector control, surveillance, health system preparedness, and international cooperation. Sino Biological supports research by providing recombinant CHIKV antigens and antibodies, which are useful for vaccines, antiviral drugs, and diagnostics.

Successor found for CEO

Sana Alajmovic has been appointed as the new CEO of the Swedish company Enzymatica AB by the Board of Directors. The current CEO, Claus Egstrand, will become a member of the Board.

Experienced immunologist as CMO

Immunotherapy company Centauri Therapeutics Ltd, based in Alderley Park, Cheshire, UK, has announced the appointment of Dr Debra Barker as Chief Medical Officer (CMO).

New managing director takes over

UK-based contract research, development and manufacturing organisation (CRDMO) Arcinova announced the appointment of Dr Christian Dowdeswell as its new managing director at the beginning of August. Co-founder and CEO Paul Ryan steps down.

It is time to rethink biotech scaling

Biomanufacturing promises domestic, sustainable, sovereign and resilient production. Capacities are trapped in outdated scale-up processes. SPRIND urges investment and disruptive innovation to propel biomanufacturing. Demands are decentralised, non-sterile & continuous biomanufacturing capabilities.

Spain’s biotech: growth, impact and global role

Spain’s biotech sector drives innovation, economic growth, and scientific ­excellence. With strong R&D investment, global research impact, and a leading role in gender equality, it’s a key player in health, sustainability, and strategic autonomy. BIOSPAIN 2025 in Barcelona will showcase its potential and connect global biotech leaders.

Enzymatica CEO steps down

The CEO of Lund-based Enzymatica AB, Claus Egstrand, is stepping down from his role. CFO Therese Filmersson will also leave her position. The process of finding their successors has already begun.