First patient dosed in trial of novel drug targeting limb-threatening artery disease

The trial will enroll up to 42 patients in Finland across four cohorts

QIAGEN bags FDA nod for full GI testing on QIAstat-Dx Rise system

The approval means US laboratories can now run both respiratory and gastrointestinal panels on the high-throughput QIAstat-Dx Rise

Almirall opens Shanghai hub to power dermatology innovation and China partnerships

The move comes as China rapidly expands its capabilities in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly in licensing and drug development

GelMEDIX partners with Catalent to advance vision-restoring cell therapies

The biotechnology company will tap into Catalent’s expertise in induced pluripotent stem cells and advanced cell-therapy manufacturing

Middle East conflict pushes health systems to brink as casualties, displacement surge: WHO

The conflict is also triggering a widening public health emergency

Amydis bags $2.5 million NIH grant to develop first eye test for key ALS biomarker

MetaVia locks down global patent shield for metabolic drug candidate Vanoglipel

The protections extend through at least 2035, with the potential for further extensions

Co-Diagnostics bags key Japanese patent, bolstering global push for rapid PCR testing

The Japan Patent Office is considered one of the world's most rigorous and meticulous in its review process

WHO Foundation and Novo Nordisk join hands to fight childhood obesity in India

The initiative will focus on creating healthier early-life environments, promoting physical activity, identifying risks early, and strengthening preparedness within primary health care systems

FDA nod to first treatment for rare genetic brain disorder

The approval comes after a systematic review of published literature