Industries

The healthcare landscape is experiencing a profound shift as it shifts away from traditional fee-for-service models toward value-based care. This transition emphasizes collaboration among healthcare stakeholders, fostering a patient-centric approach. The focus is not merely on the quantity of services delivered but also on the quality of care, enco...

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift toward greater adoption of decentralized healthcare, building trust by demonstrating the feasibility and ease of testing at home and in pharmacies with accurate results, including self-sampling options. Increasing technological advancements have created several opportunities for market expansion in direct...

Clinical diagnostics is undergoing a radical shift, driven by omics integration for precision health, digital diagnostics services, and smart screening solutions. Digital diagnostics are streamlining data analysis and communication, and enhancing overall efficiency. Smart screening, powered by AI and machine learning, is ensuring early and accurate...

There is a growing demand for mobile imaging equipment in low and middle-income countries due to the limited financial resources to procure, operate, and maintain expensive medical imaging equipment. Other challenges include irregular power supply, poor network connectivity, inadequate site infrastructure, and delays because of the geographical dis...

The pharmaceutical (pharma) industry is undergoing significant regulatory changes resulting from the European Green Deal and the Paris Agreement. These changes require pharma companies to adopt more environmentally sustainable practices. With the increasing demand for drugs globally, pharma R&D and manufacturing infrastructure has grown, leading to...

In 2024, the life science (LS) industry s focus on precision health will intensify. LS companies will augment their omics-based research capabilities and increasingly deploy AI and bioinformatics to discover personalized therapies. Partnerships between pharmaceutical companies and technology vendors will multiply, to support innovation in drug disc...

Precision diagnosis in today's healthcare is pivotal, tailoring treatment to individual patients based on genetic, molecular, and environmental factors. This targeted approach enhances accuracy, enables early detection and targeted treatment, minimizes trial-and-error treatment, and optimizes therapeutic outcomes. By leveraging advanced technol...

The continued growth of the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery market hinges on the implementation of robust safety measures. Li-ion battery manufacturers, in strict compliance with industry regulations, are trying to mitigate the potential for critical incidents such as thermal runaway, fires, or explosions. Battery safety is shaping the future of the L...

Sequencing technologies have evolved over the years to harness the value of the human genome and dive deep into DNA and RNA sequences which offer immense knowledge of human biology. From Sanger sequencing to next-generation sequencing, technologies and chemistries have improved/advanced to reduce costs and ensure faster timelines. NGS has integrate...