Lonza expands presence in China
Lonza has revealed a plan to further strengthen its presence in China with the construction of a new research and development centre in Guangzhou.
Archives for December 10, 2004
Malarial drug target revealed
A potential new drug target for malaria was revealed this week after scientists discovered the structure and function of the malaria parasite, Plasmodium falciparum, for the first time. The findings represent a breakthrough for future pharmaceutical...
Antibiotic target signals pneumonia end
Scientists have found a molecular weakness in the organism that causes pneumonia, providing a target for the development of a new class of antibiotics that could eventually eradicate the disease.
Merck boosts service to support fine chemicals
The challenging environment for companies supplying chemicals into the pharmaceutical sector, with a relentless increase in competition, has prompted German company Merck KGaA to start a new service aimed at reducing the workload of its customers.
Quadrant launches colour range for acetal stockshapes
Quadrant Engineering Plastics Products (EPP) has launched a range of standard colours for extruded acetal stockshapes in response to increasing market demand for products that enable and enhance colour identity.
Long-acting morphine launched in US
US drug delivery company Endo Pharmaceuticals has launched a novel formulation of the opioid analgesic morphine sulphate that can provide 48 hours of pain relief in a single dose.
Capsules better delivery form for tea benefits than beverage
Tea polyphenols are more bioavailable when delivered as encapsulated green tea extract than when taken as a traditional beverage, according to a small trial.