A method to purify proteins with light

Gentler and more efficient than previous procedures

06-Mar-2025 - Proteins play a key role in the life sciences — from basic research and biotechnological applications to the development and manufacturing of pharmaceuticals. Scientists at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a method that relies on physics rather than conventional chemistry ...

Stressful childhood experiences accelerate brain aging

Early identification and prevention of dementia in later life

18-Feb-2025 - Stressful or traumatic experiences in childhood have been shown to negatively impact an individual’s health as an adult. Those affected face an increased risk of illness and often suffer from depression, anxiety disorders, and cardiovascular or metabolic diseases. Until now, little has been known ...

Medix Biochemica acquires CANDOR Bioscience

The acquisition strengthens Medix Biochemica’s portfolio in critical raw materials for in vitro diagnostics (IVD)

23-Jan-2025 - Medix Biochemica, a global leader in the supply of critical raw materials for the in vitro diagnostics (IVD) industry, announced the acquisition of CANDOR Bioscience GmbH, a Germany-based developer and manufacturer of premium immunoassay solutions. The acquisition both strengthens Medix ...

"Superman" bacteria offer a sustainable boost to chemical production

A tailored “Superman cape” for bacteria

13-Dec-2024 - The industry—particularly the pharmaceutical industry—is deeply reliant on bacteria in their production. Now, researchers present a “superman suit” to put on the bacteria, so that they can produce chemicals with less energy, fewer solvents, and reduced waste. Trillions of bacteria work in the ...

Waldner: Ground-breaking for new powder coating plant

29-Nov-2024 - Investments at the site are continuing: Tuesday saw the ground-breaking for the future building of the new powder coating plant, which Waldner plans to put into operation in autumn 2025. A further step towards ultra-modern and sustainable production. The ground-breaking ceremony marks the start ...

Belgian start-up BIO INX and Carl ROTH partner to expand access to 3D bioprinting solutions

29-Nov-2024 - BIO INX and Carl ROTH announced their new distribution agreement. This collaboration marks Carl ROTH’s first foray into the 3D bioprinting space, as the company continues its strategy of expanding into the rapidly growing 3D printing industry. Through this partnership, Carl ROTH will now offer ...

Better standard for laboratory analysis

Spin-off PHABIOC develops innovative laboratory equipment for pharmaceutical and biotech research

20-Nov-2024 - Greater efficiency, speed and precision in laboratory analyses as well as drastically reduced material consumption: with the SpecPlate, the spin-off PHABIOC from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is replacing up to four conventional sample carriers with an innovative design. Series ...

New imaging analysis method revolutionizes the diagnosis of head and neck tumors

01-Nov-2024 - Head and neck cancers are among the ten most common cancers worldwide. Head and neck tumors account for about 3-5% of all cancers, with squamous cell carcinomas being the predominant form. They occur in areas such as the oral cavity, pharynx and larynx. An international team of researchers led by ...

Rentschler Biopharma announces largest single investment at its headquarters in Germany

Construction of a new buffer media station in Laupheim

25-Oct-2024 - Rentschler Biopharma SE announced the construction of a new state-of-the-art buffer media station at its company headquarters in Laupheim. The new facility aims to further increase production efficiency and modernize the site, ensuring that the evolving needs of clients and patients are ...

Data-efficient foundation model for biomarker detection

Artificial intelligence for clinical pathology: A new multi-task approach

04-Sep-2024 - The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems shows promise in medicine, where they can be used to detect diseases earlier, improve treatments, and ease staff workloads. But their performance depends on how well the AI is trained. A new multi-task approach to training AI makes it possible to ...