Researchers from China and Spain have developed a nanoflake-based breath sensor that can detect lung cancer with unprecedented accuracy. The sensor, made from platinum-loaded nanoflakes, can detect isoprene levels in exhaled breath, a biomarker for lung cancer. The device has shown promising results in clinical trials, distinguishing between healthy individuals and lung cancer patients with…
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The biotech industry is witnessing a surge in the development of exosome therapy companies, which are harnessing the potential of these tiny vesicles to treat a range of diseases, including cancer, neurological disorders, and inflammatory diseases. With several companies advancing their candidates through clinical trials, the global exosome therapeutics market is expected to grow significantly…
Cystic fibrosis is a debilitating genetic disorder that affects nearly 40,000 children and adults in the US. Recent advancements in biotechnology have led to the development of innovative treatments, including gene therapies and CFTR modulators. Companies like Enterprise Therapeutics, Krystal Biotech, Recode Therapeutics, Sionna Therapeutics, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals are at the forefront of this research,…
A recent surge in interest in T cell engagers, a type of antibody engineered to redirect the immune system’s T cells to recognize and kill cancer cells, suggests that this field is set to take off. Several biotech companies have launched specifically to develop these medicines, and big names in the industry are investing in…
In a groundbreaking episode of “The Joy of Why” podcast, mathematician and statistician Emmanuel Candès discusses the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on prediction science. Candès explains how AI models, often referred to as “black boxes,” can make successful predictions without fully understanding the underlying mechanisms. He also highlights the importance of quantifying uncertainty in…
Nanotechnology is transforming the healthcare industry with its potential to revolutionize drug delivery, diagnostics, and treatment of various diseases. Eight companies, including Sona Nanotech, Nanobiotix, and ARIZ Precision Medicine, are at the forefront of this revolution, developing innovative nanotechnology-based solutions for cancer treatment, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. These companies are leveraging nanotechnology to create…
The biopharma industry is in need of talented minds to take promising pipelines to the clinic and beyond. Venture capitalists have nominated prominent founders and entrepreneurs in the biotech industry who are committed to bringing potentially life-changing treatments to market. These entrepreneurs have proven their expertise in hitting milestones, be it in the lab or…
Researchers have made a significant discovery in the study of chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurological illness affecting deer. The first detailed structure of an infectious prion responsible for CWD reveals a unique 180-degree twist, which could aid in vaccine development or explain why the disease hasn’t yet jumped to humans. This finding may…
Physicists at TU Wien in Austria have proposed a new explanation for the long-standing neutron lifetime problem. The team suggests that the discrepancy in measurements could be caused by free neutrons being in a mix of different states, with some in the ground state and others in higher-energy excited states. This would alter the neutrons’…
The biotech industry has seen a surge in the number of unicorns, with over 1,200 companies worldwide achieving valuations of over $1 billion. However, biotech unicorns are relatively rare, with only a few companies making it to the top. This article takes a closer look at 12 biotech unicorns that are making waves in the…
