Life Sciences

The Theranos scandal, once a major headline capturing the public's attention, has resurfaced due to recent legal developments involving Elizabeth Holmes and Ramesh ‘Sunny’ Balwani. Both figures were at the center of the high-profile case concerning investor fraud, resulting in lengthy prison sentences beginning in April 2023. Holmes, the for

NEC Orchestrating Future Fund has significantly invested in Aetion, a U.S.-based provider of healthcare analytics platforms, to foster a groundbreaking partnership aimed at enhancing the Real World Data (RWD) and Real World Evidence (RWE) business, particularly in drug development. This collaboration seeks to address the pressing need for

Private equity investment in the health care and life sciences sector presents a complex yet evolving landscape influenced by regulatory changes, technological advancements, and market vulnerabilities. The sector's regulatory framework is notably impacted by recent Supreme Court decisions and the administration's deregulatory agenda,

The recent partnership between RTI International and b.well Connected Health marks a significant milestone in the healthcare industry. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the utilization of patient data, particularly in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. By leveraging b.well's advanced digital platform and RTI's research

In a strategic move to fortify its healthcare logistics capabilities, UPS has acquired German healthcare logistics firms Frigo-Trans and BPL, reflecting the company's deep commitment to addressing the increasing demands for temperature-sensitive and time-critical logistics solutions within the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. The

Gene editing has opened up remarkable possibilities in the field of medicine and genetics, but it also presents profound ethical and societal dilemmas. With the potential to eradicate hereditary diseases and enhance specific traits, the concept of "designer babies" has transitioned from the realm of science fiction to scientific