Press release - 23/01/2025 ERC Funding for „EmbryoNet-AI“ Konstanz biologist Patrick Müller receives a Proof of Concept Grant from the European Research Council for his project "EmbryoNet-AI". Its goal is the further development of an AI-supported platform for the automated evaluation of experiments – for example, in drug development.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/erc-funding-embryonet-ai
Press release - 20/01/2025 New approach to fighting cancer: energy trap for tumor cells Glycolysis is an important sugar degradation pathway that cancer cells in particular depend on. Scientists at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) have now shown that liver cancer cells in mice and humans depend on a key enzyme of glycolysis, Aldolase A. When it is switched off, glycolysis reverses from an energy-producing to an energy-consuming process. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/new-approach-fighting-cancer-energy-trap-tumor-cells
Press release - 20/01/2025 PAMSARC: New study at the NCT Heidelberg links research and clinical action Young patients suffering from two aggressive sarcoma types can now participate in the innovative PAMSARC therapy study at the NCT Heidelberg. The study uses molecular biological methods and tests the extent to which a new drug can improve the poor prognosis for these tumours.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/pamsarc-new-study-nct-heidelberg-links-research-and-clinical-action
Press release - 15/01/2025 Similarities discovered between vascular calcification and bone growth University of Tübingen research team observes biochemical process in living cells – indications of new approach to preventing heart attacks and strokes https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/similarities-discovered-between-vascular-calcification-and-bone-growth
Press release - 10/01/2025 MedTech Company KARL STORZ Acquires British AI Specialist Innersight Labs The MedTech company KARL STORZ announces the acquisition of the innovative software manufacturer Innersight Labs Ltd. (ISL) headquartered in London. In addition to state-of-the-art endoscopes, high-end medical devices, and integrated solutions for the operating room, KARL STORZ is also continuing to expand in innovative software solutions. Its large customer base, including top-class physicians worldwide, can now look forward to 3D models.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/medtech-company-karl-storz-acquires-british-ai-specialist-innersight-labs-1
Press release - 19/12/2024 Antibody that neutralizes inhibitory factors involved in nerve regeneration leads to enhanced motor function after acute spinal cord injury Antibodies can improve the rehabilitation of people with acute spinal cord injury. Researchers at 13 clinics in Germany, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Spain have investigated this with promising results. For the first time, it was possible to identify patient groups that displayed a clinically relevant treatment effect. A follow-up study will start in December 2024. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/antibody-neutralizes-inhibitory-factors-involved-nerve-regeneration-leads-enhanced-motor-function-after-acute-spinal-cord-injury
UKCA product marking - 18/12/2024 New medical device marking requirements and regulations in Great Britain Since Brexit, additional regulations for medical devices have come into effect in Great Britain, i.e. England, Wales and Scotland. Although the transition periods have been extended, medical device manufacturers should familiarise themselves with the new conformity marking requirements. EU medical device regulations will continue to apply in Northern Ireland.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/new-medical-device-marking-requirements-and-regulations-great-britain
Expert interview - 16/12/2024 Learning from Nature for Innovation Natural phenomena are used to find technological solutions in a number of fields. In an interview with BIOPRO, Prof. Dr. Peter M. Kunz discusses groundbreaking innovations emerging from Baden-Württemberg and shares insights on how the principles of bionics can inspire the next generation of innovators.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/learning-nature-innovation
Press release - 04/12/2024 Joint research in key technologies: NMI and KIT sign cooperation agreement The NMI Natural and Medical Sciences Institute and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have signed a groundbreaking cooperation agreement. This partnership combines the expertise of both institutions in the fields of production and characterization of materials for biological systems and energy storage as well as the application of statistical methods in medicine.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/joint-research-key-technologies-nmi-and-kit-sign-cooperation-agreement
Press release - 28/11/2024 Molecular biology: New interdisciplinary Research Training Group investigates cellular regulation Cell division, cell differentiation, cell repair and cell death play fundamental roles in the human organism, its development, health and reproduction. Cellular transformation processes are governed by two regulatory mechanisms: chromatin modifications and cell signaling networks. The EpiSignal Research Training Group sheds light on the hitherto little-researched interplay between these two complex systems.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/molecular-biology-new-interdisciplinary-research-training-group-investigates-cellular-regulation
Press release - 26/11/2024 Cellular “power plants” control inflammation Researchers at the Medical Center – University of Freiburg and the University’s CIBSS Cluster of Excellence discover how mitochondria not only produce energy but also influence inflammation.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/cellular-power-plants-control-inflammation
Press release - 20/11/2024 Millions in federal funding: customized 3D printing for patients in oral and maxillofacial surgery The German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) is currently funding a project at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Heidelberg University Hospital with around 1.2 million euros. The aim is to use 3D printing technology to produce individualized implants directly in the clinic, thus enabling faster, more efficient and more precise patient-specific care. To this end, the UKHD is working with an industrial partner.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/millions-federal-funding-customized-3d-printing-patients-oral-and-maxillofacial-surgery
Press release - 20/11/2024 New bioengineering approaches for the automated production of complex organoids The reproducible and precise production of complex organoid models to simulate human organ malfunctions is the focus of an interdisciplinary research project at Heidelberg University. A research team from the life and engineering sciences is looking to combine the engineering of molecular systems with machine learning and automated production methods. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/neue-ansaetze-des-bio-engineering-fuer-die-automatisierte-herstellung-komplexer-organoide
Greener NHS - 18/11/2024 National Health Service working towards climate neutrality The National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland is taking steps to become more environmentally sustainable. The NHS has committed to the ambitious goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040, aiming to significantly reduce its climate impact in the coming years.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/national-health-service-working-towards-climate-neutrality
Press release - 15/11/2024 Selenium proteins as a possible new target for cancer research An important enzyme helps the body produce selenium proteins – this discovery could open up new strategies for treating cancer in children. This has been published by scientists from the University of Würzburg, the University Sao Paolo, the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the Heidelberg Stem Cell Institute HI-STEM*.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/selenium-proteins-possible-new-target-cancer-research
Press release - 30/10/2024 Diabetes switch in DNA: Non-coding region in the genome influences ONECUT1 gene They are underestimated genetic control elements: it is known that changes in the genome can trigger diabetes. But now researchers at the University Hospital Ulm and the INSERM Cochin Institute in Paris have shown that a previously under-researched region of the genome also plays a crucial role in the development of this disease. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/diabetes-switch-dna-non-coding-region-genome-influences-onecut1-gene
NMI project WOUNDSENS - 23/10/2024 Wound monitoring using sensory nanofibres Monitoring the condition of chronic, non-healing wounds requires wound dressings to be changed at short, regular intervals. In the EU-funded WOUNDSENS project, researchers at the NMI in Reutlingen are using electrospinning to produce novel types of wound dressings. These consist of biosensory fibres that send information about the condition of the wound to the outside, thereby improving inflammation detection.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/wound-monitoring-using-sensory-nanofibres
Press release - 16/10/2024 Sensitive Arm Prostheses A quantum sensor that can register nerve impulses without contact opens up new possibilities in prosthetics. Researchers at Fraunhofer IPA are developing together with the industrial partner Q.ANT the prototype of one Prosthetic arm that is controlled by neural commands like healthy limbs.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/sensitive-arm-prostheses
Sustainable medical technology - 10/10/2024 Rethinking plastics in medical technology Good healthcare relies heavily on medical products made from plastic. However, the widespread use of synthetic materials, particularly disposable items, creates vast amounts of waste, depletes resources and leads to a substantial carbon footprint. To create more environmentally friendly plastic products in the future, substantial changes to production processes are essential.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/rethinking-plastics-medical-technology
Press release - 01/10/2024 Reporter Skin: In-vitro Skin Makes Cell Reaction to Test Substance Measurable in Real Time At the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology IGB, a three-dimensional skin model has now been set up for the first time that directly displays the skin's reaction to substances: The reporter skin. Thanks to the built-in reporter, the cellular response can be measured precisely and quickly – using a living model. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/reporter-skin-vitro-skin-makes-cell-reaction-test-substance-measurable-real-time
Press release - 18/09/2024 Future cluster QSens starts the second round of funding In the “Cluster4Future” QSens of the Universities of Stuttgart and Ulm, scientists, companies and start-ups are researching quantum sensors with a wide range of potential applications. The Federal Ministry of Education and Research is funding QSens for a further three years as part of “Clusters4Future”.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/future-cluster-qsens-starts-second-round-funding
Press release - 17/09/2024 Five new cross-border doctoral networks at Universität Heidelberg Five transnational and cross-institutional doctoral networks at Heidelberg University are being funded as part of the “Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions”. They work together on current scientific topics with high innovation potential. Ruperto Carola coordinates an MSCA Doctoral Network on artificial intelligence in physics, two networks in medicine, life sciences and engineering. https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/five-new-cross-border-doctoral-networks-universitat-heidelberg
Press release - 12/09/2024 Power-to-vitamins: microbes produce folate from simple basic ingredients Biotechnology team at University of Tübingen obtains valuable byproduct in protein production. This could be a potential to the contribution of feeding a growing world population without livestock farming.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/power-vitamins-microbes-produce-folate-simple-basic-ingredients
BIOPRO Baden-Württemberg publishes first results of a new WifOR study - 11/09/2024 Industrial healthcare industry in Baden-Württemberg: gross value added of more than 19 billion euros The industrial healthcare sector (iGW) plays a central role in the economy in Baden-Württemberg. In 2021, the sector generated a direct gross value added of 19.6 billion euros, which corresponds to around a third (32.6%) of the entire regional healthcare industry. Of 96.3%, almost all of the healthcare sectors's exports in the state in 2021 came from the iGW. These are the findings of a new study conducted on behalf of BIOPRO…https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/press-release/industrial-healthcare-industry-baden-wuerttemberg-gross-value-added-more-19-billion-euros
Innovation for sustainable plastic packaging - 04/09/2024 Liquid Plug & Play: eco-designed plastic packaging – not just for ultrasound gel In the healthcare industry tons of consumables such as ultrasound gel go to waste because packaging can’t be completely emptied. An invention called Liquid Plug & Play could offer a solution for the future. This innovation, which consists of a reusable outer shell and a disposable product pouch for viscous substances, can be completely emptied. It also prevents cross-contamination and offers many other benefits.https://www.gesundheitsindustrie-bw.de/en/article/news/liquid-plug-und-play-eco-designed-plastic-packaging-not-just-ultrasound-gel