Fathers of 'targeted genetics' scoop Nobel prize
The discoverer of embryonic stem cells (ES cells) and two other scientists have won a Nobel Prize for their work to develop a 'magic wand' to modify the mouse genome.
Archives for October 7, 2007
Novo to sell off its NNE engineering unit
Denmark's Novo Nordisk, could be on the verge of selling off its engineering division, if reports in the local business daily Borsen are to be believed.
Excipients unregulated and unacceptable
The European Fine Chemicals Group (EFCG) has called for stricter regulation of pharmaceutical excipients in a bid to prevent substandard and potentially dangerous products ending up in medicinal drugs.
UK innovation to get billion pound boost
The UK government has set-aside £1bn (€1.45bn) to give early-stage companies better support after a review of the UK's science and innovation policies by Lord Sainsbury of Turville.
Clinical staffing a 'tremendous problem'
The European clinical trials industry is experiencing a "tremendous problem" with staff recruitment - salaries are climbing as a result.
Three more nailed in fake drugs scandal
Three more individuals have been sentenced following last month's exposure of the largest counterfeit drugs conspiracy ever to be encountered in the UK.
Novartis osteoporosis drug gets EU nod
Swiss pharma Novartis has got the thumbs up from the EU for its once-yearly treatment for postmenopausal osteoporosis.