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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 30/09/2025
“We can no longer rely on the US as our primary market. Instead, the EU itself must become willing to pay for innovation and thereby create the conditions for a competitive life science sector here at home,” says Jessica Martinsson, CEO of SwedenBIO. nordiclifescience.org/new-trump-ca...
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New Trump campaign on tariffs shows that the EU's internal market must be strengthened, states SwedenBIO - NLS
President Trump recently announced that trademarked or patented pharmaceutical products will be subject to a 100 percent tariff starting October 1, 2025 – unless the manufacturer establishes a product...
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 29/09/2025
"Denmark and Sweden could not only continue to be innovation drivers and help realize the region’s own potential, but together we could also position ourselves for a place in the driving seat when it comes to the more strategic European ambitions." writes @mediconvalley.bsky.social
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Denmark, Sweden, Greater Copenhagen, and the European axis of innovation - NLS
Innovation is obviously a key component of future competitiveness. Consequently, the very same stakeholders from industry, academia.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 18/08/2025
“This support is a very strong vote of confidence in the ability of Swedish and Nordic life sciences to build and compete globally," says Reagan Jarvis, CEO, Anocca. nordiclifescience.org/anocca-raise...
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Anocca raises SEK 440 million – Interview with Reagan Jarvis, CEO - NLS
The financing was led by Mellby Gård with strong support from AMF, Ramsbury and existing shareholders, alongside new investors.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 08/04/2025
Even though many have tried and few succeeded in the quest to find viable treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, Nordic drug developers continue to take different approaches to crack the riddle. nordiclifescience.org/global-healt...
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Global health & Local efforts: New hope in the neurodegenerative disease pipeline  - NLS
Even though many have tried and few succeeded in the quest to find viable treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 04/04/2025
"In the long run, the EU’s life science industry will likely need to reduce its dependence on the U.S. to mitigate the impact of extraordinary events like these. We are being thrown into a chaotic situation reminiscent of the COVID pandemic,” states SwedenBIO nordiclifescience.org/no-us-market...
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No US market tariffs on pharmaceuticals – yet - NLS
At a White House press event yesterday, Wednesday April 2, President Trump advanced the next stage of his economic plan by unveiling baseline tariffs of 10% on the vast majority of goods imported to t...
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 04/04/2025
“Our study shows how different cell types arise from stem cells in the embryo and how they are organized to create important structures in the brain,” stated Emma Andersson, docent at the Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, @ki.se
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A family tree for the cells of the nervous system and the inner ear - NLS
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a method that shows how the nervous system and sensory organs are formed in an embryo.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 02/04/2025
“Each heart contraction is caused by an influx of calcium into the heart cell. Our agents work by increasing the sensitivity of the heart muscle to this calcium, so that the contraction becomes stronger.” – Patrik Strömberg #AnaCardioAB
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Global health & Local efforts: Strengthening the heart - NLS
Cardiovascular diseases have a high mortality rate and although prevention is key, there are many companies, including Nordic ones.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 17/03/2025
"EsoBiotec will accelerate and expand the impact of our recent investments and marks a major step forward in realizing our ambition to harness the full potential of cell therapy,” says Susan Galbraith, Executive Vice President, Oncology Haematology R&D, AstraZeneca.
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AstraZeneca to acquire EsoBiotec - NLS
EsoBiotec is a biotechnology company focusing on in vivo cell therapies that has demonstrated promising early clinical activity.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 12/03/2025
Overall, 2025 is anticipated to be a year of significant progress, with three key themes standing out, writes Marjo Puumalainen, SwedenBIO.
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Trends to follow in 2025 within the life science industry - NLS
As always, JPM kicks off the year as the key event for life science executives to exchange insights and predict the direction of the industry.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 12/03/2025
“Obesity is the most fascinating lens through which to study life – it spans everything from the micro level of cellular metabolism to the macro level of behavior and society,” says Kirsi Pietiläinen. @helsinki.fi
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She is the winner of the EASO-Novo Nordisk Foundation Obesity Prize for Excellence - NLS
Professor Kirsi Pietiläinen receives the Novo Nordisk Foundation prize for her outstanding work in clinical metabolism.
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MU-Peter Shimon 🀄 @mu-peter.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
✊ #StandUpForScience! 🧪 #ScienceIsPeople... People in solidarity all over the world!
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 07/03/2025
"The goal is to end the war, establish a just peace, and provide Ukraine with a future perspective for generations to come. We stand by this cause with our voices," writes the Nobel Prize laureates.
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131 Nobel Prize laureates sign joint appeal against Russia - NLS
The Nobel Prize laureates protest against Russia's war of invasion and the world's inaction, and they demand that EUR 300 billion in frozen Russian assets be given to Ukraine.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 06/03/2025
"To be able to compete globally, we must concentrate our efforts in Europe and build on existing strongholds and clusters of excellence," writes Niels Abel Bonde @mediconvalley.bsky.social
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Cutting-edge clusters create competitiveness - NLS
The future of Europe depends on the future of European life science competitiveness. So far, everyone seems to agree.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 13/02/2025
This in vivo study with a novel nasal influenza vaccine candidate is part of Abera Bioscience's collaboration with CEPI.
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Abera announces promising results - NLS
Abera Bioscience reports that its first in vivo study with a novel nasal influenza vaccine candidate has delivered promising results.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 13/02/2025
“Bacterial AMR is such a significant global health issue that we must speed up innovation and try new ways of working together,” says Marianne Holm, Vice President, Infectious diseases, Novo Nordisk Foundation.
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Philanthropic partnership launches new initiative to tackle AMR - NLS
The Gates Foundation, Novo Nordisk Foundation, and Wellcome have announced the launch of the Gram-Negative Antibiotic Discovery Innovator.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 30/01/2025
Christopher Goodnow @garvaninstitute.bsky.social and David Nemazee @scripps.edu discovered important mechanisms that prevent B cells from attacking the body’s own tissues in autoimmune disease. This could pave the way for new treatments for rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and multiple sclerosis.
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The 2025 Crafoord Prize laureates - NLS
The Crafoord Prize in Polyarthritis 2025, worth SEK six million, is awarded to Christopher Goodnow, Australia, and David Nemazee, USA.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 29/01/2025
The team behind NordicRWE believe the possibilities of Real-World Evidence are obvious, but access to and sharing data between the Nordic countries are hurdles that need to be overcome.
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Breaking new ground: Real-World Evidence - NLS
The team behind NordicRWE believe the possibilities of Real-World Evidence are obvious, but access to and sharing data.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 24/01/2025
The investment in Canada will create more than 700 high-skilled jobs, across all areas of the business. @astrazeneca.bsky.social
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AstraZeneca plans USD 570 million investment in Canada - NLS
The investment in Canada will create more than 700 high-skilled jobs, across all areas of the business.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 21/01/2025
“This is what scientific progress in medicine is intended to achieve: improving the life of patients, in particular those with rare diseases, by providing innovative therapeutic options.” – Fredrik Sjöö Nordic Region CSL Behring #GeneTherapy
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First Danish patients treated with gene therapy for haemophilia B - NLS
CSL Behring Denmark has announced that the first Danish patients with haemophilia B were treated with the gene therapy HEMGENIX.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 20/01/2025
"This open-source approach enables researchers to utilize our data and publish their findings, enabling scientific progress,” says Cecilia Lindskog #TheHumanProteinAtlas
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Breaking new ground: Biological databases - NLS
The Human Protein Atlas, one of the world’s largest biological databases, gives us a more profound understanding of protein expression.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 20/01/2025
Hopeful! Preclinical data have shown a marked reduction of endometriotic lesions and pain following treatment with vipoglanstat. @gesyntapharma.bsky.social #endometriosis
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Gesynta Pharma raises SEK 304 million - NLS
Gesynta Pharma has secured SEK 304 million in a Series B financing round led by Innovestor Life Science.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 14/01/2025
"This MOU will strengthen formally that relationship, building a bridge between the innovative life science communities in Sweden and California,” says Joe Panetta, president emeritus of Biocom California.
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SwedenBIO and Biocom Californa sign MOU - NLS
SwedenBIO and Biocom have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to undertake cooperative activities they state.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 13/01/2025
According to Professor Matthias Christandl, Leader of the Quantum for Life Centre #CopenhagenUniversity, the potential of quantum computing within life sciences is enormous and in order to take the lead, investments in both quantum hardware and software is essential.
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Breaking new ground: Quantum computing - NLS
According to Professor Matthias Christandl, the potential of quantum computing within life sciences is enormous.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 20/12/2024
Go Finland! "A strong collective will has emerged, uniting various stakeholders in a shared mission to build something remarkable," writes Alexandra Peth, Finnish Bioindustries.
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Reinventing Finland - NLS
A strong collective will has emerged during these challenging times. The Finnish economy has had difficulties achieving robust growth.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 13/12/2024
"I think what underlies our achievements is an incredible ecosystem in Sweden. We’re very excited now with the capital that we have obtained to advance our lead program into late stage clinical development for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis," says Ahmed Mousa, CEO, Vicore Pharma.
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Vicore Pharma is the winner of SwedenBIO Award - NLS
Vicore Pharma is praised for being at the forefront of addressing unmet medical needs in rare diseases and for securing.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 12/12/2024
"Fifteen years ago, I predicted that AI would play a central role in healthcare, and today, that prediction is becoming reality. Across global projects, I’ve seen AI revolutionize how we diagnose, treat, and manage complex health conditions," writes Christian Guttmann in our latest issue.
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AI and the 2024 Nobel Prizes: A Revolutionary Moment for Life Sciences - NLS
The 2024 Nobel Prizes in Chemistry and Physics reflect the revolutionary impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on life sciences.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 10/12/2024
"We are very likely only at the beginning of a scientific era that will yield a range of new protein-based technologies and strategies that almost certainly will make a major difference to how we target and treat diseases in the future." @uio.no
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Protein, protein, protein! - NLS
When it comes to life science, one of the strengths of Norway and the Nordics is basic and translational immunology.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 10/12/2024
“I now plan to focus more on what matters the most to me, like collaborating closely with my students and postdocs and dedicating myself to the most meaningful and exciting research projects," says Nobel Prize laureate David Baker @uwischool.bsky.social Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
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Nobel Prize laureate David Baker: "I've always been interested in big questions" - NLS
David Baker, born in Seattle in 1962, is an American professor of biochemistry and computational biology at the University of Washington.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 09/12/2024
Attending The Future of Health @nobelprize.bsky.social On stage: 3 Nobel Prize laureates, all interviewed by NLS 🤩
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3 x Nobel Prize laureates at The Future of Health - NLS
In this year’s Nobel Week Dialogue, Nobel Prize laureates and other experts will gather to discuss and envision our future.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 05/12/2024
"Share your findings, don’t be secretive. When you share in a community, ideas pop up. Brainstorming and collaborating are fuels for success and that makes science fun.” – Victor Ambros @umasspress.bsky.social
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Exclusive interview: Victor Ambros - NLS
Victor Ambros, Professor of Molecular Medicine and the Silverman Chair in Natural Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Chan.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 05/12/2024
How then do we continue to strengthen the research and innovation environment so that it fosters more Nobel Prize rewards in Medicon Valley? @mediconvalley.bsky.social
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Let’s drive talent attraction and development jointly - NLS
First, I would like to congratulate all the new Nobel Prize winners awarded by The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in October.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 03/12/2024
IonQ has set up in Gothenburg, primarily through a new development center at AstraZeneca BioVentureHub. Learn more about quantum computing in the Denmark in our latest issue of the magazine (out now: nordiclifescience.org/subscribe/) and in Finland here: nordiclifescience.org/quantum-comp...
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American IonQ opens operation in Gothenburg - NLS
American IonQ has set up in Gothenburg, primarily through a new development center at AstraZeneca BioVentureHub.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 02/12/2024
In today’s rapidly shifting global landscape, it’s clear that the future of humanity hinges on how we invest in people, particularly leaders, right now. #UnlockingEve
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Unlocking Integrated Leadership - NLS
In today’s rapidly shifting global landscape, it’s clear that the future of humanity hinges on how we invest in people.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 26/11/2024
"I’m very happy to see that the Swedish strategy focuses on collaboration and also on the Nordic perspective," says Niels Abel Bonde @mediconvalley.bsky.social
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Is there any power in the policies?  - NLS
Danish and Swedish life science strategies under the lens at Medicon Valley Alliance Annual Meeting.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 25/11/2024
"There is today an urgency to develop new prophylactic vaccines which could play a critical role in preventing high-threat bacterial infections associated with AMR." #WAAW2024 #AMR
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#WAAW: Mini-Interview Scandinavian Biopharma - NLS
During the World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) NLS has chosen to highlight different Nordic companies and investors sharing what part of the solution they bring to the table and how their impact can be le...
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 25/11/2024
There are a number of issues that need to be kept in mind for successful licensing agreement. NLS asked Malin Ohlin and Christoffer Nordin at the Nordic law firm Vinge, to share their advice and insights.
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Navigating the Financial Landscape: Licensing - NLS
The Nordics is a small region and access to capital is limited, so many biotech companies do not have the financial strength to develop.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 21/11/2024
"Roughly half of the infections in healthcare setting are related to medical devices. This issue not only affects patients but also jeopardizes the future efficacy of antibiotics," says Christine Lind #Bactiguard #WAAW2024 #AMR
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#WAAW: Mini-Interview Bactiguard - NLS
During the World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) NLS has chosen to highlight different Nordic companies and investors sharing what part of the solution they bring to the table and how their impact can be le...
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 20/11/2024
"We believe that introducing biosimilars for core oncology treatments, particularly PD-1 inhibitors, plays a critical role in advancing cancer care,” says Martin Åmark, CEO, Xbrane.
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Xbrane enters global licensing agreement with Intas - NLS
Xbrane Biopharma and Intas Pharmaceuticals have announced an exclusive global licensing and co-development agreement.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 19/11/2024
In Sweden, recent debate and criticism regarding approved multiple myeloma treatments has shone the spotlight on IMiDs and their effects. NLS asked Fredrik Schjesvold, MD, PhD, founder and leader of Oslo Myeloma Center, Oslo University Hospital, about these drugs and the ongoing debate.
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Questions raised around myeloma treatments - NLS
NLS asked Fredrik Schjesvold, MD, PhD, founder and leader of Oslo Myeloma Center, Oslo University Hospital, about the ongoing debate.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 18/11/2024
All over the Nordics the innovative power is gearing up to put new products, therapies, and preventive measures on the market that will tackle AMR from various angles. #WAAW2024 nordiclifescience.org/waaw-mini-in...
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#WAAW: Mini-interview SNIPR Biome - NLS
All over the Nordics the innovative power is gearing up to put new products, therapies, and preventive measures on the market that will tackle Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) from various angles.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 18/11/2024
Norwegian company AdjuTec’s novel antibiotic resistance breakers may help to facilitate reduced use of antibiotics – and the company is now ready to test its product in humans. #WAAW2024 nordiclifescience.org/waaw-intervi...
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#WAAW: Interview – AdjuTec Pharma - NLS
Start-up company AdjuTec’s novel antibiotic resistance breakers may help to facilitate reduced use of antibiotics.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 18/11/2024
NordForsk has decided to fund six Nordic research networks that will apply for EU calls in the field of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). #WAAW2024 nordiclifescience.org/new-nordic-c...
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#WAAW: New Nordic consortia in antimicrobial resistance - NLS
NordForsk has decided to fund six Nordic research networks that will apply for EU calls in the field of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 16/11/2024
The life science innovation gap between the EU and its global competitors continues to widen while the number of EU regulations affecting the industry is rising. Are we heading in the right direction, writes Jessica Martinsson, SwedenBIO. nordiclifescience.org/navigating-a...
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Navigating and rethinking the EU’s legislation labyrinth - NLS
The innovation gap between the EU and its competitors continues to widen while the number of EU regulations affecting the industry is rising.
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Nordic Life Science @nordiclifescience.org · 16/11/2024
In 1986, Jens Juul Holst and his research team discovered glucagon-like peptide 1, known to most as GLP-1. “There will be a lot of surplus money going to science,” he predicts. nordiclifescience.org/exclusive-in...
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Exclusive interview: Jens Juul Holst - NLS
His is not a household name, but the drugs developed thanks to Danish scientist Jens Juul Holst’s research certainly are.
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