Scotland

The United Kingdom has established itself as a hub for drug discovery expertise worldwide. Here, DDW’s Megan Thomas highlights the research taking place and where this is happening. The Golden Triangle Though the UK is constantly expanding in terms of where drug discovery can flourish geographically, there is no denying both the historical and the […]

A new cooperative network designed to foster collaboration and boost the sharing of knowledge and expertise for the UK’s advanced therapies sector has been launched.  The ‘Scottish Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP) and Vaccines Network’ specifically targets researchers in the north of the UK and will coordinate events, talks from industry leaders and networking opportunities […]

Following the Scottish Research and Drug Development Forum meeting, DDW’s Diana Spencer provides a snapshot of drug discovery in Scotland. With over 150 pharma services/supply companies and 19 universities, Scotland is one of the most advanced life science sectors in the UK and the world. To demonstrate how Scotland is continuing to innovate and shape […]

A new blood donor centre in Glasgow, Scotland has been opened to support cell and gene therapy research.  BioIVT’s new facility is located in the West of Scotland Science Park, which is home to more than 40 life science and technology businesses.   The donor center will be used primarily for producing LEUKOMAX leukopaks, which contain […]

Lab space provider Pioneer Group has begun work on 20,000 square feet of purpose-built lab space at the company’s Edinburgh Technopole campus. Branded Moubray, the new building will cater to all segments of the market – from start-ups to blue-chip companies – and is expected to be finished in August 2023.  The site is situated […]