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Overview Moleculent, based in Stockholm, Sweden, is breaking new ground in the spatial biology market. Their innovative technology focuses on understanding how cells communicate within human tissues, which is different from other spatial companies. By detecting cell-cell interactions directly in their tissue environment, Moleculent helps...

Overview Leaders & laggards Investment in the Biotech Sector Investment in biotech firms, especially those integrating artificial intelligence, has surged recently, reflecting investor confidence. A notable example is Recursion Pharmaceuticals (RXRX), which saw its stock soar following a significant investment from Nvidia (NVDA). Nvidia’s involvement...

Overview Eli Lilly has made headlines with its acquisition of DICE Therapeutics for a striking $2.4 billion. This deal is set to enhance Lilly’s immunology pipeline, primarily through two advanced clinical-stage programs that are focused on oral interleukin-17 (IL-17) inhibitors. One of the key highlights...

Overview Antiviral Candidates and Their Uses The research into antiviral treatments for COVID-19 has explored several existing drugs. These include Plaquenil® (hydroxychloroquine sulfate) combined with Zithromax® (azithromycin), and monotherapies such as chloroquine phosphate, chloroquine hydrochloride, and azithromycin in its various forms. Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are...

Overview Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), play a significant role in maintaining cognitive functions. Research has shown that omega-3 fish oil supplements can benefit children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in terms of attention and vigilance. Omega-3 fatty...

Overview Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections affect millions worldwide, causing chronic liver diseases like cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). HBV integrates its DNA into the host’s genome, forming covalently closed circular DNA (cccDNA) that acts like a minichromosome in liver cells. This integrated viral DNA...

Overview Diabetes is a chronic condition affecting millions globally. According to the World Health Organization, diabetes was responsible for approximately 1.6 million deaths worldwide in 2016. Currently, around 425 million people live with diabetes, with projections indicating this number may rise to 629 million by...

Overview Base editing and prime editing have transformed the field of genome editing. David Liu’s team introduced base editing in 2016, offering a method to convert one DNA base to another without breaking the DNA strand. This technique minimizes the risk of off-target mutations, making...

Overview Lonza has made a significant move by acquiring Genentech’s large-scale biologics manufacturing site in Vacaville, CA, from its parent company Roche. This acquisition, valued at a whopping $1.2 billion, is set to bolster Lonza’s capacity for manufacturing biologics on a commercial scale. Facility Capacity...

Overview Neoplants, a creative startup based in Paris, combines bioengineering with synthetic biology to develop houseplants that help tackle indoor air pollution. Founded in 2018 by Lionel Mora and Patrick Torbey, this company has focused on creating plants with a purpose, like their first product,...