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HVMC IVD Supply Chain Project, aims to strengthen the resilience and long term sustainability of the UK in vitro diagnostics (IVD) supply chain. The initiative focuses on developing a clear understanding of the current UK IVD landscape and identifying critical gaps across key stages of the IVD supply chain

DataLoch is a data service that has been developed by the University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian to bring together routine data collected as part of people's day-to-day interactions with health and social care services. DataLoch’s focus is on making data research-ready as well as supporting NHS services.

In the ever-shifting landscape of search, Google’s AI-driven summaries, sometimes called “zero-click search results”, have changed how people interact with websites. Users can now glean insights, facts, or solutions without having to click through to the source. So does that mean website clicks and SEO are dead? Absolutely not.

Following the completion of AB Biotechnology’s cleanroom rebuild and the subsequent installation and qualification of equipment in April, the next critical milestone was the execution of the Environmental Monitoring Performance Qualification (EMPQ).

Vortex Liquid Biopsy Solutions Ltd has opened a new state‑of‑the‑art liquid biopsy laboratory at Manchester Science Park, boosting its capacity to develop non‑invasive cancer diagnostics. The new facility enhances R&D, commercial services, and research partnerships. At the launch event, Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, delivered remarks alongside investors and regional stakeholders, highlighting the region’s strengths in life sciences

QV Bioelectronics has secured £4.5m in investment and grant funding to support the next phase of development for GRACE, our fully implantable electric field therapy for glioblastoma.

We’re thrilled to announce that Blacksheep Sciences and Rapid Fluidics have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen our collaboration in 3D-printed microfluidic components and life science tool development.

This partnership unites Rapid Fluidics’ engineering and additive manufacturing expertise with Blacksheep Sciences’ product development and commercialization capabilities — enabling us to deliver faster, smarter, and more flexible solutions for the life sciences and biotechnology sectors.

R&D Tax Credit Pre-Notification: A Critical Requirement for Innovators

Ab Biotechnology were approached by a client to produce a 29-mer peptide of interest. The peptide had been produced in the past and basic protocols existed for technical transfer to Ab Biotechnology.

As part of its participation in the National Resilience Programme, National Horizons Centre are hosting a number of courses over the next few months: All courses are one day unless otherwise stated.

The East Anglian contamination control specialists will be able to capture the key ingredients for clients’ large-scale cleanroom container requirements in a stunning new configurator-style enquiry form

Science holds future answers, it is ours to create, plan… and dream. Can you create an imaginative solution to a problem? Can you make a difference to how people live their lives? Cash prizes to be won and submissions are encouraged from primary and secondary schools as well as the 18+ age group.

How a holistic, creative-led approach transforms ROI in biotech, life sciences, healthcare and pharma

When every marketing budget penny counts (and in biotech, life sciences, healthcare and pharma, it always does!), your budget needs to work harder and smarter.

LYVA Labs Incubator supports early-stage Liverpool City Region businesses, or those looking to relocate to the region, working in Clean Tech for Health, Health & Life Sciences and Deep Tech.

Deadline: Wednesday 4th February 2026

In 2026, the drug discovery landscape is more patent-intensive than ever. With AI-driven design and complex biologics accelerating R&D, the risk of hitting a third-party IP "landmine" has never been higher. Breakthrough science means nothing if you don't have the Freedom-to-Operate (FTO). In a crowded global market, proactive FTO management is the difference between a successful exit and a costly cautionary tale. Build value by clearing your runway early.

At Ab Biotechnology, validation isn’t just about meeting regulatory requirements—it’s about ensuring our systems are efficient, reliable, and most importantly, help keep patients safe. We take a risk-based, practical approach to Computer System Validation (CSV) that balances compliance with real-world efficiency.

A new initiative to strengthen York and North Yorkshire’s health and life sciences sector has officially launched with the York and North Yorkshire Health and Life Sciences Cluster Mobilisation Project. The programme aims to position the region as a leading hub for health and life sciences, fostering collaboration, visibility and strategic focus across industry, academia and the public sector.

Cammi the Chameleon will be appearing across the East Anglian cleanroom construction specialists’ marketing throughout 2026 to represent Guardtech’s aim to support groundbreaking developments in Life Sciences and beyond

Bionow is delighted to congratulate Professor Alan Boyd, founder and CEO of Boyds and a prominent, long-standing member of the Bionow community, on being awarded an MBE in the 2026 New Year Honours List.

North East Life Sciences Barometer returns for a second year

If you’re driven by impact, collaboration, and innovation, explore our internships across R&D, Manufacturing, Data & AI, Engineering, Commercial, and beyond.

Pioneer Group, a specialist in life science infrastructure and venture building, and global biopharmaceutical company AbbVie, have crowned Alceus Bio the winner of their 2025 Golden Ticket programme.

Need help standing out in the AI search age? Here’s how and why your biotech website remains essential to your digital marketing, and what’s needed to thrive in the ever changing search landscape.

Shimadzu's ALTRACE EDXRF spectrometer offers lab managers high-sensitivity, low-prep elemental analysis with automated throughput and sub-ppm detection.

Bionow member ImmunoKey has officially launched an investment round on Crowdcube, inviting the life sciences community and private investors to support the development of their pioneering immune therapy platform, CARKey™.

Encouraging anti-tumour activity seen across all dose levels and in various tumour indications

Clinical benefit rate of 80% for 10 patients with HER2+ oesophageal cancer who had received prior therapy that included a trastuzumab component in at least one prior treatment

AstraZeneca is seeking curious minds ready to push the boundaries of science and help deliver life-changing medicines to patients. Choose your pathway: Chemistry, Bioscience, or Data Science & AI. If selected, you will complete three distinct rotations within that specialisation, gaining unmatched experience.

We’re pleased to introduce EBSCO's CINAHL Ultimate to our fellow Bionow members. As the most comprehensive version of the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, CINAHL Ultimate offers access to a vast collection of nursing, allied health, and related fields' journals.

Applications close: 24th February 2026

The CSL Research Acceleration Initiative supports early-stage biotechs and research organizations to fast-track the discovery of groundbreaking biotherapies.

Successful applicants can receive up to $400,000 USD in non-dilutive funding over 2 years to advance their innovative programs.

As 2025 draws to a close, we want to take a moment to thank our members for being at the heart of everything we do. Your innovation, passion for life sciences and engagement continue to inspire us every day, and it’s a privilege to support the incredible work happening across the North and beyond.