Healthcare and Life Science
New collaboration to uncover how the hidden language of genes shapes our immune system
A major new initiative, launched on 15 April, will map how gene activity shapes the immune system, and could help identify new therapeutic targets for conditions such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). ...
An Adventurous Biotech CEO
Priya Mande, CEO of RNAvate, is leading the discussion on Biotech and Partnering Hotspots at BioBeat25. Organisers Anne Horgan, Partner at Cambridge Innovation Capital, Alisa Molotova, Start-up Mentor and Miranda Weston-Smith, BioBeat Founder quiz her about how she got into her r...
Planning permission given for purpose-built cancer support centre in grounds of Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge
Planning permission for a new purpose-built cancer support centre in Cambridge has been granted. ...
EFEC insight: China’s 91st CMEF and the future of global medical innovation
The 91st China International Medical Equipment Fair (CMEF), held from 8–11 April 2025 in Shanghai, underscored China’s growing prominence in medical technology and innovation. With nearly 5,000 companies from over 30 countries showcasing thousands of cutting-edge products, CMEF solidifi...
Robot-assisted double operation is an Addenbrooke’s first
A cancer patient who underwent the first robot-assisted double operation at Addenbrooke’s Hospital said on Tuesday 29th April “I was blown away by how fast it was all over.” ...
People, science and building biotech
Anne Horgan, Partner at Cambridge Innovation Capital, talks about what makes her tick as an investor. She will chair the discussion on Nailing the Fundraise at BioBeat25 [hyperlink]. Co-organisers, Alisa Molotova, Start-up Mentor, and Miranda Weston-Smith, BioBeat founder chat with her ...
Why the UK life sciences sector must collaborate with China: Insights from Cedrik Neike’s perspective
Cedrik Neike, Managing Board Member of Siemens AG and CEO of Siemens Digital Industries, has provided a compelling perspective on the indispensable role China plays in maintaining the global competitiveness of German industry. ...
Call for glaucoma classification tool to be used nationally
Glaucoma is the most frequent cause of irreversible blindness but up to 40 per cent of patients could be missing out on crucial social support, warn Cambridge experts who hope their free technology will be embraced by clinicians nationally. ...
New £4.5million project to boost NHS staffing
Five-year scheme will be led in the East of England by experts from Anglia Ruskin. ...
EFEC explores UK-China Life Sciences Synergies at VBEF 2025
At Excellence First Enterprise Consultancy (EFEC), we have dedicated 19 years to forging successful UK-China partnerships, now connecting UK life sciences organisations with opportunities in China and preparing Chinese firms for success in the UK, growing together through shared innovat...