Archives for October 31, 2006

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BioWa begins Phase 1 clinical Mab trial in asthma

By  Wai Lang Chu

BioWa has announced it is to commence Phase 1 clinical trials anti-IL-5 receptor monoclonal antibody (Mab), which is being developed for the treatment of asthma, a respiratory disorder that is on the rise, particularly in children.

Scientists map gene sequence for cancers

By  Staff Reporter

Scientists have mapped the entire genetic sequence of breast and colon cancers, which could lead to better ways to diagnose cancer in its early, most treatable stages, as well as further develop personalised treatments.

GE's IP expert offers tips on China

By  Kirsty Barnes

China offers Western firms a huge opportunity, but those operating in the country should be very mindful of introducing key technologies.

Drug delivery breakthrough for brain tumour therapy

By  Emilie Reymond

A start-up company has given new hope for patients with brain tumour by developing a new medical device that it claims is the first ultrasound-based system to allow drug delivery to the brain.

Datatrak white paper analyses eClinical solutions

By  Staff Reporter

A white paper that looks at the eClinical business model strategies has concluded that larger investments and access to multicomponent, single-source contracting options will create more efficient models for businesses.

Qiagen acquires Genaco and multiplexing technology

By  Staff Reporter

Qiagen, today announced that it has acquired all outstanding shares of Genaco Biomedical Products in a deal that adds PCR-based, multiplexed molecular diagnostics technologies and panels to Qiagen's portfolio.

Synexus starts up in South Africa

By  Kirsty Barnes

UK-based Synexus Clinical Research is continuing its global movements with the latest acquisition of South African outfit Clinical Research Centers (CRC).