This is the latest episode of the free DDW narrated podcast, titled “UK Spotlight: Innovation and discovery”, which covers three articles written for DDW Volume 24 – Issue 4, Fall 2023. They are called: “Where is the drug discovery expertise happening in the UK?”, “From the top: Dr… Read More
The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia and the CRUK Scotland Institute have entered into a landmark partnership to advance cancer research, build capacity in cancer care, and support evidence-based health policies through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Dr Susanti Susanti, an… Read More
Diana Spencer reports on ELRIG UK’s Drug Discovery in Scotland Forum, held in the grandiose surroundings of the Royal College of Physicians Edinburgh in September. The Drug Discovery in Scotland Forum showcased how Scotland is shaping drug discovery using approaches including traditional small molecules, therapeutic proteins,… Read More
A new partnership between NHS Scotland, AstraZeneca and the Universities of Dundee and Glasgow hopes to accelerate research into treating chronic kidney disease. The partners will work together on new medicines to slow the progression of chronic kidney disease, reducing the risk that patients might need… Read More
Valneva Scotland scooped two prizes at Scotland’s Life Sciences Awards 2024, including the award for Innovation – Pharma Services And Drug Discovery, in a ceremony on 14 March in Glasgow. Valneva Scotland is focused on vaccines for infectious diseases with significant unmet medical needs. Read More
With leading academic institutions and significant recent investment, Glasgow is shaping up to be an important centre for drug discovery and development in the UK. DDW’s Diana Spencer explores the city’s unique ecosystem. In early December 2023, the University of Glasgow announced plans to construct a… Read More
Listen to this article on the DDW Podcast: 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… Read More
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… Read More
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… Read More
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… Read More
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… Read More
