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Biocomposites gains MDR certification for STIMULAN antibiotic carriers

Biocomposites has secured EU MDR certification for its STIMULAN Rapid Cure and STIMULAN Kit products, enabling them to be mixed with multiple Gram-positive and Gram-negative antibiotics for infection management in bone and soft tissue

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New computational approaches could pave the way for safer medicines with fewer side effects

Advances in computational modelling and artificial intelligence are offering new ways to understand why medicines cause side effects and how to avoid them in future drug...
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Abbott hit with multiple FDA complaints in warning letter

The FreeStyle Libre manufacturer has been in the agency's line of fire after it deemed the company's response to previous letters "inadequate"

HiArc launches HiArc Ctrl for the acceleration of medical device development

The MedTech innovator has combined its novel PCBA LaunchBase Origin and its proprietary SDK LaunchCode to create a new, ready-to-use system, designed to accelerate the development of medical devices

BSI publishes revised ISO 10993-1:2025 standard to strengthen medical device biocompatibility assessment

BSI has released a revised edition of BS EN ISO 10993-1, updating the internationally recognised framework for evaluating the biological safety of medical devices in line with advances in material science, toxicology and risk management

SABIC introduces new resin formulated without PFAS

The new UL746G-certified LNP ELCRES NPCRX resin will deliver outstanding chemical resistance and will help medical device makers comply with upcoming PFAS regulations

PolarSeal opens new medical device Innovation Lab at Farnborough headquarters

The new facility will aim to accelerate early-stage development and de-risk next-generation medical devices, enabling MedTech teams to move from concept to scaled products faster

Xlife Sciences unveils NeuroMex, the first certified early-detection device for Alzheimer’s, after positive pivotal trials

Xlife Sciences AG and saniva diagnostics have completed pivotal clinical trials for NeuroMex, the first certified and clinically validated device to detect early-stage Alzheimer’s through motor responsiveness

Watson-Marlow to showcase advanced fluid path solutions at COMPAMED 2025

The fluid transfer solution specialist will highlight a variety of peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies at this years COMPAMED 2025, taking place from 17-20 Nov in Düsseldorf, Germany

Drug-loaded pellets: unlocking flexible oral dosage design with modern pelletisation technologies

Produced using advanced extrusion–spheronisation technologies such as GEA’s NICA systems, drug-loaded pellets are gaining traction as a flexible and scalable oral solid dosage platform that enhances release control, patient outcomes and manufacturing efficiency

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The GLP-1 revolution, the patient experience and a new wave of medical waste

In this article, Jeffery Miglicco, CEO of PureWay Compliance, explores how the widespread use of GLP-1 medications is reshaping the patient experience and intensifying the challenges associated with medical sharps disposal
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Wound care at a crossroads: precision manufacturing meets a growing global need

The wound care market is undergoing a quiet transformation. Although headlines often focus on breakthrough drugs or cutting-edge wearables, the evolution of wound dressings and their manufacture is just as significant

Neuraxpharm and Dizlin to co-develop patient-centric Parkinson's drug device

The infusion belt pump delivers a levodopa-carbidopa combo to advanced Parkinson's patients who can no longer rely on oral medications

Gelest opens US specialty chemical manufacturing site in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania, US manufacturing site will provide specialty precursor chemicals to the medical device and semiconductor markets

IMed Consultancy debuts whitepaper on the opportunities PMS can offer medical device manufacturers

The whitepaper details how manufacturers in the medical device space can use post market surveillance to monitor the safety of their products, while also discovering new opportunities

Kindeva Drug Delivery to supply nerve agent antidote autoinjector to the US SNS

The CDMO will produce the DuoDote autoinjecter containing atropine and pralidoxime chloride at its fill/finish manufacturing facility in St Louis, Missouri

Lonza and Iconovo collaborate to develop intranasal biologic for obesity

The two will aim to create an effective and stable inhaled formulation that can be used to treat obesity without the need for frequent injections

Likarda and VitalTE LifeSciences join forces to simplify HRT with hydrogel drug delivery technology

Core-Shell Spherification (CSS) aims to optimise the HRT process by promoting the extended and consistent release of hormones such as testosterone and oestrogen

Nipro and Owen Mumford partner to distribute drug delivery device, UniSafe

The medical device is a patient-centric method for the delivery of injectable medicines, and is designed to enhance compliance

Medac and chiron develop organ-on chip tech for animal free drug testing

The companies aim to develop an animal-free pharmaceutical testing method that utilises organ-on chip technology, and will be used in rheumatoid arthritis drug testing

Bespak and Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials partner to create climate-friendly inhalers

The two companies will create pMDIs with an optimised sustainability profile with Orbia's low global warming potential (GWP) propellant, Zephex 152a

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Rousselot to unveil gelatin prototypes for innovative medical device development at COMPAMED 2025

Rousselot, Darling Ingredients’ premier collagen and gelatin brand, will participate in COMPAMED 2025, November 17-20, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Hall 8, Booth AK14

Syensqo introduces medical-grade Amodel PPA for single-use, high-temperature medical devices

A new medical-grade Amodel PPA delivers high heat resistance, electrically insulative properties, and biocompatibility for advanced single-use medical instruments and...

ProMach Pharma presents new equipment at Pack Expo Las Vegas

Several new systems will be on exhibit for the first time, alongside other advanced processing and packaging equipment for pharmaceuticals, biopharmaceuticals,...

Overcoming challenges associated with MedTech manufacturing: Fanuc's guide

When producing medical devices, manufacturers must primarily consider hygiene, stability and energy efficiency

Why rigorous clinical evaluations matter: strategies to boost safety and compliance

This white paper provides a blueprint for achieving excellence in clinical evaluations through strategic enhancements

At China International Medical Equipment Fair, TekniPlex Healthcare to feature robust radiation-sterilisable PVC compounds

Company also will showcase tracheal tube balloon compounds with patient-centric properties, as well as extensive PTA/PTCA balloon catheter tubing capabilities

Vetter launches new iteration of the V-OVS syringe closure system

The new version is optimised to protect the integrity of the injectable product with easier handling characteristics and an intuitive opening mechanism

Pharmapack report names Basel, Switzerland as Europe's best destination to launch a drug device company

The Basel region was named the best location by 280 global pharmaceutical executives because of its access to skilled personnel, plant costs and operational expenses

IMed Consultancy shares IVD tips as the EU deadline for Class D devices draws closer

The whitepaper will analyse the role of in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs) in supporting healthcare systems with early disease diagnosis

Gerresheimer and Midas Pharma announce strategic partnership

The joint project comprises the development and marketing of the new generation autoinjector

Beckman Coulter launches its SARS-CoV-2 IgM antibody test

The test offers high accuracy crucial to reliably determine if a person has been exposed to the virus and if the patient has developed antibodies

NSF launches new IVD app

This free app is full of useful resources, perfect for any IVD professional on the go