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Indica Labs and Paige announce partnership to enhance AI integration in anatomic pathology

In a move set to advance the field of computational pathology, Indica Labs and Paige have announced a strategic partnership aimed at integrating Paige’s diagnostic AI models into Indica’s HALO AP workflow management software. The collaboration promises to deliver AI-enabled workflows that could significantly improve laboratory efficiency, diagnostic quality, and patient outcomes in anatomic pathology.

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Sapio Sciences and Zifo forge alliance to enhance laboratory informatics

In a move set to enhance lab data management, Sapio Sciences and Zifo have announced a strategic partnership aimed at delivering cutting-edge laboratory information management solutions to the life sciences sector. The collaboration promises to merge Sapio’s science-aware™ lab informatics platform with Zifo’s expertise in scientific informatics services.

Eva van Rikxoort

Thirona divests retinal AI division to Revenio Group

Thirona, a Dutch company specialising in AI-powered medical lung image analysis, has announced the sale of its Thirona Retina BV division to Icare Finland Oy, a subsidiary of Revenio Group Corporation. This strategic move, finalised on 20 August 2024, allows Thirona to concentrate on its core focus of pulmonary diseases and interventional pulmonology, while positioning […]

osteolabs

Calcium isotope marker technology shows promise for early osteoporosis detection

German diagnostic company osteolabs GmbH has published groundbreaking real-world evidence data from nearly 3,000 patient samples, demonstrating the potential of their proprietary Calcium Isotope Marker (CIM) technology in early osteoporosis risk assessment. The study, published in the journal Bone, [1] marks a significant advancement in the field of metabolic bone disease diagnostics.

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Asynt acquires flow chemistry specialist Uniqsis

In a strategic move to expand its chemistry technology portfolio, Asynt Ltd has completed the acquisition of flow chemistry specialist Uniqsis. The deal, finalised on 31 August 2024, encompasses the transfer of all Uniqsis staff, intellectual property, and equipment stock.

Chris Gibson

Recursion and Exscientia to merge, creating AI-driven drug discovery powerhouse

In a significant move set to reshape AI-driven drug discovery, Recursion and Exscientia have announced an agreement to combine their operations. The merger, expected to close by early 2025, aims to create a global technology-enabled drug discovery leader with end-to-end capabilities.

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Vapourtec and Accelerated Materials collaborate to enhance automated chemistry efficiency

In a significant development for the field of flow chemistry, engineering specialists Vapourtec have announced a collaboration with Accelerated Materials to expand the application of machine learning (ML) in chemical optimisation processes. This partnership aims to improve the efficiency and accuracy of predictive modelling in flow chemistry, a technique increasingly utilised in pharmaceutical research and […]

SGS Govender

SGS expands specialised bioanalytical testing services to North American market

SGS, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification, has announced the introduction of new specialised bioanalytical testing services for the North American pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical markets. This expansion marks a significant development in the company’s capabilities to support drug development processes across various clinical trial phases.

biolyst

Electron Microscopy Sciences and Azer Scientific merge to form Biolyst Scientific

In a significant development for the life sciences sector, Electron Microscopy Sciences (EMS) and Azer Scientific have merged to form Biolyst Scientific. The new company has an extensive portfolio of over 30,000 products spanning microscopy, histology, and other research domains.

ventrilabs

Novel gravity-based pump technology promises gentler handling of biological fluids

Ventri Labs AB, a new subsidiary of Biotech Fluidics, has unveiled an innovative pump technology that could revolutionise the handling of sensitive biological materials in medical and research applications.