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University of Essex launches cutting-edge lab to train future biomedical scientists
Step into the future of biomedical science with the University of Essex’s new £3 million BioSTAR-Lab, where cutting-edge research meets hands-on training. Discover how this state-of-the-art facility is shaping the next generation of scientists ready to revolutionize healthcare and innovation.
£8 million gift to UCL sparks new era in quantum research
UCL’s new £8 million David Potter Institute is set to unlock the secrets of quantum mechanics and spacetime, blending bold theory with groundbreaking experiments. Dive into a revolution that could redefine our universe—and transform technology from healthcare to engineering.
New government-funded lab at Essex shapes future biomedical scientists
Step into the future of biomedical science with Essex’s new £3 million BioSTAR-Lab, where cutting-edge training meets real-world research. Discover how this groundbreaking facility is shaping the next generation of innovators ready to transform healthcare and drive life sciences forward.
AI and automation reshape the future of digital pathology
Discover how AI and automation are revolutionizing digital pathology, transforming diagnostics and research with unprecedented precision and efficiency. From groundbreaking collaborations to cutting-edge platforms, the future of laboratory workflows is smarter, faster, and more connected than ever before.
Improving cryo-EM imaging capabilities through vendor-user collaboration
Researchers at King’s College London’s Centre for Ultrastructural Imaging have collaborated with Linkam Scientific Instruments to optimise a cryo-correlative light and electron microscopy stage for cryo-FIB and cryo-TEM applications. The partnership has already contributed to breakthrough imaging of the malaria-causing parasite Plasmodium falciparum, and points to a broader future for cryo-EM as the go-to technique in biological imaging.
What are lab operations and why do they matter for scientific productivity?
While labs have digitized the science — ELNs, LIMS, instrument software — the operational layer underneath (inventory, equipment scheduling, workflow coordination) often remains stuck in spreadsheets and sticky notes. IDBS’s Unjulie Bhanot walks through five common breakdowns, from uncertain inventory status to invisible bottlenecks, arguing that the fix isn’t collecting more data but connecting the data labs already have. The piece makes the case for unified lab operations platforms as the foundation for both day-to-day efficiency and future AI-driven optimization.
MOBILion Systems Showcases SLIM as a Portfolio-Defining Platform Technology Powering the Next Decade of Mass Spectrometry Innovation
MOBILion Systems is positioning its SLIM ion mobility technology as more than a single-instrument feature — the company frames it as a platform capable of upgrading performance across an entire range of mass spec detector types, from standard quadrupole systems to high-resolution proteomics platforms. The release highlights new modes of operation (PAMAF and PAMAT) aimed at improving sensitivity, speed, and data quality across proteomics and targeted workflows, with CEO Melissa Sherman describing SLIM as a way to “redefine” mass spectrometry portfolios rather than serve one niche application.
Can You Trust AI in Your Organisation? Seven Questions Worth Asking Before You Say Yes
AI adoption in UK businesses is accelerating, but trust hasn’t kept pace with uptake — most people remain wary of security risks and reluctant to hand AI systems full autonomy. This piece from Duco Digital Training lays out seven practical questions organisations should answer before rolling out AI tools more widely, covering data safety, accountability, GDPR compliance, output verification, staff training, data quality, and security testing. The throughline: getting AI right isn’t about moving slower, it’s about moving with eyes open.
ABPI reflects on Lord Vallance’s departure and its impact on UK life sciences
Lord Vallance’s departure as Science Minister leaves big shoes to fill in the UK life sciences sector, but also opens the door to fresh opportunities for innovation and growth. Discover how his legacy is shaping the future of UK science and what’s next for this vital industry.
Photoactive materials group sets new sustainability benchmark with Gold LEAF reaccreditation
Discover how Cambridge’s Photoactive Materials Group is leading the charge in lab sustainability with their Gold LEAF reaccreditation and the groundbreaking open-source LabSense tool. This is the future of eco-friendly research—innovative, collaborative, and impactful!
Regenerus Laboratories secures £8m to revolutionise diagnostic testing in the UK and beyond
Regenerus Laboratories just secured £8 million to transform diagnostic testing with faster, smarter, and more accessible health insights worldwide. Discover how their cutting-edge platform is set to revolutionize personalized care and early detection across the UK and beyond!
Cracking the code of drug resistance in EGFR-mutant lung cancer
Unlock the secrets behind why EGFR-mutant lung cancer outsmarts targeted therapies like osimertinib—and discover how cutting-edge CRISPR-engineered models are paving the way for smarter, longer-lasting treatments. Join the race to outwit cancer’s resistance and transform patient outcomes forever!
Watches of Switzerland taps into lab-grown diamond boom to boost luxury jewellery sales
Discover how Watches of Switzerland is sparkling brighter than ever, riding the lab-grown diamond wave to a dazzling 76% profit surge! Luxury meets innovation as ethical gems redefine the future of high-end jewellery.
Europe’s quantum leap: industrialising neutral atom technology
Europe is pioneering the quantum revolution with Q-PLANET, a €250 million initiative turning delicate neutral atom experiments into reliable, industrial-scale products. Discover how this bold move is setting the stage for scalable quantum computing and sensing across the continent!
Bruker Expands Industry-Leading MALDI Biotyper® and IR Biotyper® Workflows for Microbial Identification and Outbreak Management
Bruker has unveiled major enhancements across its MALDI Biotyper® and IR Biotyper® portfolios at ESCMID Global 2026, including the launch of the new MBT Easy T® Kit, expanded reference libraries covering more than 5,300 species, and early access to a cloud-based identification solution. The updates strengthen Bruker’s microbial identification, outbreak management, and reflex NGS typing workflows for laboratories tackling evolving infectious disease challenges.
mzio announces new funding to develop AI-powered FAIR-MS at ASMS 2026
mzio GmbH has secured two new grants to fund growth and product development, and will launch FAIR-MS, its AI-powered software for the comparative analysis and reuse of historical mass spectrometry data, at ASMS 2026. The Bremen-based biotech software company will also unveil major updates to its mzmine platform, alongside three scientific posters at the conference.
