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Nagaland University announces undergraduate programme in Basic Sciences
Nagaland University is launching anew undergraduate programme in Basic Sciences from the Academic Year 2025-26.
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BioSpectrum India May 2025
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25 Transformative Years of BIOSIMILARS
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BioSpectrum India May 2025
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India's Biosimilars Revolution
The increasing incidence of chronic illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, and autoimmune disorders, which necessitate long-term biologic therapies, is driving the growth of the biosimilar market in India.
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BioSpectrum India May 2025
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Ankura Hospitals secures Rs 165 Cr funding from ADB
Hyderabad-based Ankura Hospitals, a leading healthcare provider specialising in super-specialty tertiary and quaternary care services for women and children, has secured Rs 165 crore in funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
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BioSpectrum India May 2025
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Alvarez & Marsal strengthens healthcare & life sciences practice with appointment of Akash Kedia as MD
Leading global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) India has announced the appointment of Akash Kedia as Managing Director (MD) within its Life Sciences Business Transformation Services practice.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Salubrious Technologies launches new digital platform to connect doctors with patients
India’s healthcare system is at a crossroads, with digital transformation accelerating, yet critical gaps in accessibility and efficiency still persisting.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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CrisprBits develops PathCrisp for early detection of antibiotic resistance
Bengaluru-based biotechnology startup CrisprBits has developed PathCrisp, a platform for CRISPR-based molecular diagnostics for early detection of antibiotic resistance in hospital-acquired infections.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Practo ropes in Jagnoor Singh as COO to drive strategic growth
Practo has announced the appointment of Jagnoor Singh as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). This appointment supports Practo's vision of improving health outcomes while building a profitable, innovative, and user-focused business.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Genefitletics unveils Agegorithm to measure biological age
Delhi-based startup Genefitletics has launched Agegorithm, a machine learning driven human biology model that quantifies biology at molecular & cellular level to measure biological age.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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ICMR publishes addendum to ethical requirements for research in integrative medicine
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has published an addendum to the ICMR National Ethical Guidelines for Biomedical and Health Research Involving Human Participants (2017) to provide a structured ethical framework for Research in Integrative Medicine (RIM).
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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"Only the anonymised summary of clinical variants in the BCGA is accessible to clinicians"
IT-Madras embarked on an initiative to build India's Cancer Genome Database, which can completely transform cancer research in India.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Wipro GE Healthcare launches AI enabled ultrasound system Versana Premier R3
Wipro GE Healthcare has announced the launch of the Versana Premier R3, an advanced artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled ultrasound system designed to enhance clinical efficiency and accuracy, streamline workflows, and improve patient outcomes.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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RIPPLE EFFECT of Cancer Drug Duty Cuts
To ease the financial strain on patients, the Union Budget 2025-26 has removed Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on 36 life-saving drugs used for cancer, rare diseases, and chronic conditions. This move is expected to make essential treatments more affordable by lowering overall costs. However, the real question remains: will this truly reduce the financial burden on patients? As prices decrease, what effects will this have on pharmaceutical companies, particularly in terms of sales and competition? Most importantly, how will local players adapt to these changes? Let's find out.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Eris Lifesciences appoints Murari Ranganathan to spearhead Cardiometabolic Business
Eris Lifesciences Limited, a leading Indian branded formulations manufacturing company has appointed Murari Ranganathan as President, of Cardiometabolic Business.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Senores Pharmaceuticals acquires 14 ANDAs from Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
Ahmedabad-based Senores Pharmaceuticals Limited (SPL), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Senores Pharmaceuticals, Inc., USA (SPI), has signed agreements to acquire a basket of 14 Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) from Hyderabad-based Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories and its applicable affiliates.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Parse Biosciences plans to release single cell chromatin accessibility products
The US-based Parse Biosciences, the leader in accessible and scalable single cell sequencing, has affirmed plans to proceed with the development and future release of their Evercode single-cell chromatin products.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Motilal Oswal Alternates invests Rs 460 Cr in Megafine Pharma
Motilal Oswal Alternate Investment Advisors Private Limited (MO Alts) has agreed to invest upto Rs 460 crore for a majority stake in Mega Fine Pharma Private Limited.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Scientists at IISc tweak cancer cell response to ultrasound treatment
Cells have surface receptors called integrins that bind to repetitive domains present on the extracellular matrix (ECM) surrounding the cells, allowing them to grow and spread.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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How Sci-tech Helps In Slowing Down Ageing
While developed countries have the highest share of older persons, developing countries are also witnessing a rapid rate of population ageing, leaving many ill-prepared for the new realities in the form of new diseases.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Bruker introduces X4 POSEIDON advanced X-ray microscope for scientific applications
American manufacturer of scientific instruments Bruker Corporation has announced the launch of the new X4 POSEIDON, a high-performance 3D X-ray microscope (XRM) using micro-Computed Tomography (microCT).
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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TCS partners with Danish Academy of Technical Sciences to combat dengue through technology
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services, consulting, and business solutions, has collaborated with the Echo Network, a global social innovation initiative hosted by the Danish Academy of Technical Sciences (ATV), to combat outbreaks of dengue fever and other viral diseases.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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SMT names Bhargav Kotadia as CEO, and Jose Calle Gordo as Chairman
Sahajanand Medical Technologies (SMT), a global leader in cardiovascular medical devices, has announced the appointment of Bhargav Kotadia as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Jose Calle Gordo as the Chairman effective April 1, 2025.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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ALIMCO sets up first auxiliary production centre in Tripura to boost assistive device manufacturing
In a landmark step towards enhancing accessibility and service delivery for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and Senior Citizens in the North-East region, Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India (ALIMCO), a PSU under Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is set to establish its first Auxiliary Production Centre (AAPC) at Purba Laxmibill, Sepahijala district, Tripura.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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I-STEM launches 'One District, Minimum One Equipment' project
I-STEM (Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering facilities Map), an initiative from the Office of Principal Scientific Adviser, Government of India, is launching ‘One District, One Equipment’ to ensure that every district in the country has access to scientific equipment.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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VeGen Labs secures BIRAC funding of Rs 3.76 Cr to advance KRAS inhibitor
Hyderabad-based biotechnology startup VeGen Labs LLP has been awarded Rs 3.765 crore Royalty-based financial support from Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC), a Government of India enterprise set-up by Department of Biotechnology.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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Vydehi Instituteof Medical Sciencesand Research Centreto expand access to robotic-assisted surgery
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Bengaluru, a leading institution in multi-speciality tertiary care, has joined hands with Intuitive, a global technology leader in minimally invasive care and the pioneer of roboticassisted surgery (RAS), to introduce resident surgeons to robotic-assisted surgical technology through the Intuitive Robotic Onboarding Programme and Education (I-ROPE).
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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"CSIR's strategic priorities will focus on indigenisation, healthcare innovation, and bio-based economic growth"
National Science Day is celebrated every year on February 28 to spread the message of the importance of science and its application in the country.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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CDSCO approves AstraZeneca to import SZC for treatment of Hyperkalaemia in adults
AstraZeneca Pharma India Limited has received permission from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Directorate General of Health Services, Government of India to import pharmaceutical formulations of new drug for sale or distribution for Sodium Zirconium Cyclosilicate (SZC) powder - oral suspension 5g and 10g.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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WHO announces new collaborating centre on AI for health governance
The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated the Digital Ethics Centre at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands as a WHO Collaborating Centre on artificial intelligence (AI) for health governance.
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BioSpectrum India April 2025
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"We aim to position India as a leader in personalised medicine and drive future innovations"
The landscape of cell and gene therapy (CGT) in India is rapidly evolving, with significant advancements poised to revolutionise patient care.
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