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🇵🇱 Wprost
Crime & Justice

Karol Nawrocki's Advisor Under Scrutiny. He Was Allegedly to Enrich Himself by 400 Thousand.

Paweł Gruza, an advisor to Karol Nawrocki, is under investigation for allegedly profiting from insider trading involving confidential information related to a biotechnology company.

Feb 27 • 06:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The first clinical trial to 'reprogram' human aging is launched

The first human clinical trial aimed at reversing aging processes has begun, announced by Dr. David Sinclair at the World Government Summit.

Feb 26 • 22:08 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Biotech key to Russia’s industrial sovereignty – Putin

President Putin emphasizes the strategic importance of biotechnology supported by AI for Russia's industrial sovereignty during the Future Technologies Forum in Moscow.

Feb 26 • 16:23 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New megatrends in education. Universities will train experts in critical technologies

Polish universities are set to receive significant support to adapt their educational offerings towards critical technologies that will strengthen economic resilience.

Feb 24 • 20:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Novo on the way with a new weight loss drug

Novo Nordisk has released data from a study on a weight loss drug developed in collaboration with Chinese company United Biotechnology, showing significant weight loss among participants.

Feb 24 • 10:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Extinct ancient wolves are back: the first individuals have reached adulthood and hunt in packs

Colossal Biosciences celebrates a milestone in its project of resurrecting extinct species as genetically recreated ancient wolves have reached adulthood and begun hunting in packs, indicating a hopeful future for the species.

Feb 24 • 08:15 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Kerecis' 40 Billion Payment Turns State Deficit into Surplus

Kerecis is set to make a substantial payment to the Icelandic state, improving the financial outlook by converting a deficit into a surplus.

Feb 24 • 06:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian biotechnology uses drones and reduces dredging in sanitation

Brazilian company Legun Biotecnologia is innovating in public sanitation by using drones to apply biological treatment in stabilization ponds.

Feb 23 • 13:37 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Agricultural Experiments: New Crops in the Field Thanks to Gene Editing?

The article discusses the potential for new crops developed through modern genetic modification techniques to be cultivated in the European Union, and the mixed reactions these developments spark.

Feb 23 • 11:13 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
Life & Tech

Chinese scientists engineer gene-edited tomato with popcorn aroma

Chinese scientists have developed a gene-edited tomato that emits a buttered popcorn aroma by silencing specific genes using the CRISPR/Cas9 technique.

Feb 23 • 07:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

DNA vaccine will not change, says Czech scientist

A Czech scientist asserts that the DNA vaccine will not bring about significant changes.

Feb 20 • 09:55 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

China’s biotech boom sends price of lab monkeys for drug tests climbing

The prices of laboratory monkeys in China for drug testing have surged dramatically, exceeding the average annual salary in the country.

Feb 18 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

One by one: what are the new university courses in Argentina

Argentina's universities are introducing new degree programs focused on technology, health, and digital finance for the 2026 academic cycle.

Feb 16 • 19:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kos Biotechnology financed the biopharmaceutical Epikast

Kos Biotechnology Partners has completed a funding round for the New York-based biopharmaceutical company Epikast, which has key operations in Athens.

Feb 16 • 15:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

These are the new university degrees that can be studied from this year in Argentina

Argentinian universities are introducing new degree programs in response to the evolving job market, including areas such as artificial intelligence and biotechnology.

Feb 16 • 14:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mergers and acquisitions are changing the landscape in the pharmaceutical industry

International and Greek pharmaceutical mergers and acquisitions are on the rise, focusing on innovative drugs and expiring patents.

Feb 16 • 13:50 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They Found Them: The Discovery in Alaska That Could Provide an Unexpected Tool for the U.S. Army

Biologists in Alaska have discovered 26 new species of extremophiles in permafrost, potentially offering technological innovations for the U.S. military.

Feb 15 • 20:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Brazil has overtaken us": a multinational executive projected a "totally positive" future for agriculture if reforms are made

Manuel Rosasco, general manager of Stine Argentina, emphasizes the need for biotechnological advancements and reduced taxation to enhance Argentina's agricultural productivity against Brazil.

Feb 13 • 19:29 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Hlas Long Defended Innovative Challenges, But Drucker Cuts Them in Half and €115 Million Will Be Used Otherwise

Only 33 of the initially selected 57 companies will receive state subsidies for biotechnology and robotics, with the majority of funds remaining for other programs.

Feb 13 • 08:13 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lithuanian Scientists Shatter Conventional Vaccine Approach: A Vaccine Might End Up in a Glass

Lithuanian researchers are exploring alternative methods to traditional injectable vaccines, raising discussions about vaccine accessibility and production challenges.

Feb 10 • 13:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Farmers participate in Symposium and Field Day of Banana Cultivation in Rurópolis

Farmers from Rurópolis, Placas, and Trairão attended the 1st Symposium and Field Day focused on banana cultivation, highlighting its importance in Brazil.

Feb 10 • 12:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Small but Strong’ Kangsou Special Zone…Will the Second Ecopro Emerge?

The Cheongju Kangsou Research and Development Special Zone in Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea, is rapidly developing as a collaborative hub for academia, research institutions, and businesses to foster high-value-added scientific technologies and entrepreneurship.

Feb 10 • 09:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

TV Series "The Beauty": When the Dream of the Perfect Body Bursts

The TV series "The Beauty" by Ryan Murphy explores the dark side of the pursuit of perfection and beauty in a narrative filled with horror and ethical dilemmas.

Feb 10 • 05:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Wave of Beauty: From Marine Ingredients to Ocean Inspiration as a Trend

The article discusses the evolving trend in cosmetics towards sustainable marine ingredients and biotechnology to protect ocean ecosystems.

Feb 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hyundai ADM uncovers the world's first mechanism for 'blocking cancer metastasis'

Hyundai ADM has become the first in the world to identify a multi-targeting effect that simultaneously blocks three core elements that lead to cancer cell metastasis.

Feb 9 • 02:44 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

8 dead in biotech workshop blast in central China

A blast at a biotechnology factory in Shanxi province, China, has resulted in eight fatalities and an investigation into the incident is underway.

Feb 8 • 07:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

China: an explosion kills eight in a factory

An explosion at a biotechnology factory in Shanxi province, China, resulted in the deaths of eight people, with the legal representative of the company in custody.

Feb 8 • 04:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Explosion at a factory in northern China: At least seven dead and one missing

An explosion at a biotechnology factory in northern China resulted in at least seven fatalities and one person missing, prompting active search and rescue operations.

Feb 7 • 22:55 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Life & Tech

If the spider silk is dyed - for your future clothes

Researchers in Uppsala are experimenting with genetically modified bacteria that produce colored spider silk proteins, leading to the creation of vibrantly dyed yet mechanically strong fibers for future clothing.

Feb 7 • 05:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Gene Editing Scissors, Blessing or Disaster?

The article discusses the implications of gene editing technology showcased during the 2nd International Genome Editing Summit in Hong Kong, particularly focusing on the controversial announcement of the birth of gene-edited twins by scientist He Jiankui.

Feb 7 • 01:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Strong pressure from the agreement with the U.S. against lobbies: the country should adhere to the patent treaty by the end of April

Argentina is under significant pressure to ratify the Patent Cooperation Treaty by April 30 as part of its agreement with the United States, which includes eliminating certain biotechnology and pharmaceutical patenting resolutions.

Feb 6 • 21:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Bioceres SA: Justice accelerates with claims from those seeking to collect debts

Argentinian company Bioceres SA faces financial collapse and legal actions as it struggles with embargoes, executions, and preventive contests, impacting its presence on Nasdaq.

Feb 5 • 19:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Yeast may help leave synthetic materials in the past

Researchers at Tallinn University of Technology have discovered that the red yeast Rhodotorula toruloides can produce sugar-based polymers as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based materials.

Feb 5 • 08:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

"I want to sow my DNA into the human species": When Epstein spoke with a Bitcoin programmer about the "designer baby" project

Documents from the U.S. Department of Justice reveal emails exchanged between financier Jeffrey Epstein and programmer Brian Bishop in 2018 regarding the creation of the 'first living human designer baby.'

Feb 4 • 08:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

American innovation allows yeast to turn sugar into 'money'

A research team from the U.S. Department of Energy has developed a method to convert sugar into a chemical that could generate billions in revenue, as presented in a recent study published in Nature Communications.

Jan 13 • 14:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Ideas for Poland's drug safety. 'We can start working'

The first meeting of the Presidential Health Council in Poland focused on ensuring a stable drug supply for patients, involving public administration, academic experts, and industry representatives.

Jan 13 • 07:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

San Sebastián demolishes a disused leisure complex to create a unique biotechnology hub in Spain

San Sebastián is replacing a failed leisure complex with a biotechnology hub, set to start operations in early 2027 after a €90 million investment.

Jan 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

This might be a breakthrough in the fight against fentanyl. Vaccine trials are starting

A phase 1/2 study for a novel vaccine aimed at protecting against the effects of fentanyl will begin in early 2026 in the Netherlands with around 40 healthy adult volunteers.

Jan 5 • 13:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Miracle, in Ten Keys

The article outlines the ten key factors contributing to Shanghai's economic miracle, particularly highlighting the dominant sectors of tourism, biotechnology, real estate, and services, which together generate substantial annual revenues.

Dec 26 • 22:55 UTC

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