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Interviewing for job offers these days may be stressful but unlike preparing for a pharmaceutical job offer, this can be more challenging and intimidating, requiring you to put so much effort into your preparation to secure the job. We know the pharmaceutical world will only give out roles to only competent and highly skilled candidates who are able to strive and make remarkable changes in the industry via their work.
Interviewing for job offers these days may be stressful but unlike preparing for a pharmaceutical job offer, this can be more challenging and intimidating, requiring you to put so much effort into your preparation to secure the job. We know the pharmaceutical world will only give out roles to only competent and highly skilled candidates who are able to strive and make remarkab…

For years, the promise of therapeutic cancer vaccines has intrigued researchers working in the oncology space. And for good reason. The concept of pre-emptively training the immune system to increase the frequencies of tumour-reactive T cells could be game-changing for cancer patients worldwide.
Realising the promise of cancer vaccines For years, the promise of therapeutic cancer vaccines has intrigued researchers working in the oncology space. And for good reason. The concept of pre-emptively training the immune system to increase the frequencies of tumour-reactive T cells could be gamechanging for cancer patients worldwide. Preventative vaccines have already proven to be highly effective against certain cancer types. The Hepatitis B (HBV) vaccine and Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines a…

In the U.S, about one in three employed women raise their kids and also engage in a part-time job. The cost of living in this era forces moms to work. In 2019, A Pew profile on U.S. mothers showed that women are likely to become moms later in life due to spending their earlier adulthood pursuing education, career development, and financial security.
In the U.S, about one in three employed women raise their kids and also engage in a part-time job. The cost of living in this era forces moms to work. In 2019, A Pew profile on U.S. mothers showed that women are likely to become moms later in life due to spending their earlier adulthood pursuing education, career development, and financial security. A good example is Jennifer Hotchkin. She is an executive director of Global Marketing, Commercial…

In this piece, Anne Mayfield, procurement officer at renowned healthcare products supplier organisation Unimed, shares valuable advice on what it takes to successfully complete a medical procurement mission based on the company’s recent experience in sourcing and delivering first aid kits to Ukraine.
There are countless obstacles associated with providing medical equipment to countries affected by war and humanitarian crises, with increased difficulty for individuals in need to access potentially lifesaving products. That’s why finding the right procurement solutions at the right time is crucial. With nearly 16 million individuals within Ukraine currently needing humanitarian aid, simple yet essential medical equipment can make all the difference. Procurement services are more relevant th…

Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives (Reps) are employed by pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare companies to sell their pharmaceutical products to external stakeholders, e.g., physicians. Rather than making direct sales, they are tasked with influencing and educating these stakeholders on the company’s products, acting as a reliable information source and the key bridge between the companies and healthcare professionals (HCPs).
Pharmaceutical Sales Representatives (Reps) are employed by pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare companies to sell their pharmaceutical products to external stakeholders, e.g., physicians. Rather than making direct sales, they are tasked with influencing and educating these stakeholders on the company’s products, acting as a reliable information sour…

Recently, a paper called Cyclic Peptide Drugs Approved in Last Two Decades was published in RCS Chemical Biology. This work details the cyclic peptide drugs authorized for clinic use between 2001 and 2021 and reveals their future development trends.
Recently, a paper called Cyclic Peptide Drugs Approved in Last Two Decades was published in RCS Chemical Biology. This work details the cyclic peptide drugs authorized for clinic use between 2001 and 2021 and reveals their future development trends.   Romidepsin Romidepsin is a natural dicyclic peptide discovered in Bacillus purplicum (1994), consisting of a caprolactone cyclization and a pair of disulfide bonds, produced primarily by fermentation. Romidepsin(Isodax®) is a histone deacetylase inhibitor (HDACi) approved by the FDA in…

Top Pharmaceutical and Life Science events taking place in August 2022, including Biotechnology, Clinical Research, Drug Discovery, and Medical Device events.
Top Pharmaceutical and Life Science events taking place in August 2022, including Biotechnology, Clinical Research, Drug Discovery and Medical Device events. Healthcare Payers and Providers Virtual Assembly (August 2nd-3rd) In the midst of a global crisis, innovation and leadership are more important than ever, and The Millennium Alliance is here to facilitate collaboration among industry leaders. The assembly will promote Executive Education and Digital Transformation through peer-to-peer connection, thought leadership, and more. 2nd REMS Innovation Summit (August 2nd-3rd) 15 years have passed since REMS was first implemented. This s…

Especially in the Life Science industry which remains highly competitive in 2023, you’ll need an efficient recruitment strategy that allows you to find high-quality talent and engage these candidates before your competitors, keeping you ahead of the game. In this article, we’ve put together 21 recruitment metrics for Life Science recruiters and hiring managers to measure in 2023.
Recruitment metrics are measurements used to evaluate and optimise your recruitment processes. By gathering vital data such as your cost per hire and sourcing channel effectiveness, you’ll have the opportunity to improve the candidate experience whilst ensuring you’re investing your resources into the right channels, ensuring you’re getting the best ROI for your organisation.  Especially in the Life Science industr…

Cytokines are small soluble proteins that are secreted by immune cells and tissue cells to play a regulatory role between cells, including interferon (IFN), interleukin (IL), chemokines, colony-stimulating factors (CSF), tumor necrosis factors (TNF) and so on. Cytokines function in autocrine, paracrine or endocrine forms, and can regulate cell growth and differentiation, modulate immune response and participate in the development of various diseases such as inflammation by binding to the corresponding receptors.
Cytokines are small soluble proteins that are secreted by immune cells and tissue cells to play a regulatory role between cells, including interferon (IFN), interleukin (IL), chemokines, colony-stimulating factors (CSF), tumor necrosis factors (TNF) and so on. Cytokines function in…

Lipidomics, a platform developed by Creative Proteomics, is dedicated to providing cutting-edge mass spectrometry (MS)-based lipidomics services for biomedical research institutions, and biotechnological and pharmaceutical companies. Creative Proteomics Lipidomics launched the steroid analysis service capable of quantifying up to 38 steroids in biological matrices such as plasma, serum, tissue, cells, and cell culture media.
Lipidomics, a platform developed by Creative Proteomics, is dedicated to providing cutting-edge mass spectrometry (MS)-based lipidomics services for biomedical research institutions, and biotechnological and pharmaceutical companies. Creative Proteomics Lipidomics launched the steroid analysis service capable of quantifying up to 38 steroids in biological matrices such…

the demand for inulin increased at a CAGR of about 6% between 2016 and 2020. Growth was mostly supported by their proven advantages for preserving digestion and intestinal health. In addition, inulin helps individuals with type 2 diabetes improve their lipid profiles and control their glycemic status
Inulin  Market : Introduction Wheat, onions, bananas, leeks, artichokes, and asparagus are just a few examples of the many fruits, vegetables, and herbs that contain inulin. Inulin is a substance found frequently in plants, and some makers add it to processed meals. Another polymer of the fructose molecule is inulin (fructan). It is prebiotic, which means that it feeds the beneficial bacteria in the gut, like other fructans do. Additionally, inulin and other prebiotics are converted by gut…

Lactobacillus acidophilus is an important member of the Lactobacillus family, a Gram-positive non-spore-forming bacterium with a streptomorphic or globular form and an optimal growth temperature of 37-42°C and an optimal pH of 6.8. Lactobacillus acidophilus was first isolated from human feces by North Carolina State University in the 1970s.
Lactobacillus acidophilus is an important member of the Lactobacillus family, a Gram-positive non-spore-forming bacterium with a streptomorphic or globular form and an optimal growth temperature of 37-42°C and an optimal pH of 6.8. Lactobacillus acidophilus was first isolated from human feces by North Carolina State University in the 1970s. It is the only strain of Lactobacillus acidophilus that has been genetically sequenced and annotated. Lactobacillus…

The use of restriction enzymes to characterize DNA has been popular since the 1970s. Today, this technique remains one of the easiest and fastest ways to evaluate DNA sequences. As with most laboratory reagents, restriction endonuclease can be fickle. Whether you are simply digesting a plasmid, or performing a complex cloning or screening procedure, there are several key factors to consider.
The use of restriction enzymes to characterize DNA has been popular since the 1970s. Today, this technique remains one of the easiest and fastest ways to evaluate DNA sequences. As with most laboratory reagents, restriction endonuclease can be fickle. Whether you are simply digesting a plasmid, or performing a complex cloning or screening procedure, there are several key factors to consider.   Corr…

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are non-coding RNAs containing 18-25 nucleotides encoded by endogenous genes and have the ability to regulate gene expression at the post-transcriptional level by repressing mRNA or promoting mRNA degradation. Typically, genes encoding miRNAs are more conserved in species that are very closely related, but they are sometimes homologous in species that are very distantly related.
What is microRNA? MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are non-coding RNAs containing 18-25 nucleotides encoded by endogenous genes and have the ability to regulate gene expression at the post-transcriptional level by repressing mRNA or promoting mRNA degradation. Typically, genes encoding miRNAs are more conserved in species that are very closely related, but they are sometimes homologous in species that are very…

Gene sequencing is a type of genomic testing technology. PCR, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and microarray technologies are mainly used to investigate the presence or absence of specific fragment sequences through known genes, which focuses on the detection of known mutations. Gene sequencing technology, on the other hand, involves measuring the nucleotides in the gene sequence one by one, focusing on obtaining the whole or target genome sequence. Gene sequencing currently has mainly one Sanger sequencing, next generation sequencing (NGS), long read sequencing (single-molecule real-time sequencing) and so on. The most widely used one is NGS.
What is gene sequencing? Gene sequencing is a type of genomic testing technology. PCR, fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and microa…

The Massachusetts Life Science industry continues to grow at an exceptional rate, and in this article, we’ve rounded up ten of the top Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology companies in Massachusetts in 2022.
Massachusetts is home to one of the world’s leading Life Science hubs. In 2020, more than 89,000 individuals were employed by Massachusetts-based Life Science companies, representing a growth of over 67% in the last decade. The state is also widely regarded as the top biopharma cluster in the USA; thanks to its leading health systems, world-leading universities, state government support and robust venture capital pipeline. The Massachusetts Life Science industry continues to grow at an exceptional rate, and in this article, we’ve rounded up ten of the top Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology co…

The pharmaceutical industry is ever-evolving and will continue to grow, providing room for people with exceptional skills to find themselves a seat in the pharmaceutical world. In this article, we’ve put together 8 exceptional skills you need to possess to stand out amongst other applicants competing for the same positions you want.
The pharmaceutical industry is ever-evolving and will continue to grow, providing room for people with exceptional skills to find themselves a seat in the pharmaceutical world. In this article, we’ve put together 8 exceptional skills you need to possess to stand out amongst other applicants competing for the same positions you want. Take a Soft Skills Assessment Now! 1. Project planning: A company’s growth depends on the level of projects they execute. You need…

The leading CDMO in peptides and oligonucleotides manufacturing, Bachem, has started building a new future for oligonucleotides: solving the industry’s main challenges around capacity, sustainability and cost-effectiveness. Emerging as a new treatment option in rare and orphan disease areas, oligonucleotide therapeutics have matured into a drug class with a broad indication spectrum.
The leading CDMO in peptides and oligonucleotides manufacturing, Bachem, has started building a new future for oligonucleotides: solving the industry’s main challenges around capacity, sustainability and cost-effectiveness. Emerging as a new treatment option in rare and orphan disease areas, oligonucleotide therapeutics have matured into a drug class with a broad indication spectrum. The promise of oligonucleot…

24/7 Medical Billing Services help Physicians improve their practice’s revenue and efficiency by 30% by reducing their operational cost up to 40%. and streamline their medical billing process to operate effortlessly.
Medical billing for mental health services is more complicated than in other areas of healthcare due to the types of services, time, scope, and restraints placed on mental health treatments. For instance, if a patient visits a doctor for a routine check-up, they will almost certainly go through a standard series of tests and exams. This typically includes measuring the patient’s height and weight, taking their blood pressure, listening to their heart, and possibly drawing blood. These exams, for the most part, are standardized across all patients, take the same amount of time,…

24/7 Medical Billing Services help Physicians improve their practice’s revenue and efficiency by 30% by reducing their operational cost up to 40%. and streamline their medical billing process to operate effortlessly.
Navigating the insurance claim can be challenging for mental health practitioners, mainly if you are into individual or small facility practice. While most large medical facilities have an entire dedicated department trained in researching, submitting, and following up on the billing and the claims, you might be ‘winging it. It is because mental health billing is more complex and complicated than other medical billing. In fact, there is a lack of uniformity in the billing process. In most medical practices, standardized tests and services are performed. However, in me…