Dana Sokolova

The world of clinical trials is undergoing an evolution as the rise of decentralized clinical trials (DCTs) brings about a change in the way researchers conduct studies. With innovative technologies and novel approaches to trial management, a new breed of trailblazers …

The biotech and pharmaceutical industries are entering 2024 amid a wave of innovation and technological advancement. 

The biopharma field is increasingly influenced by the advent of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), organ-on-a-chip systems, and gene editing therapies promising …

Nearly two decades ago, a groundbreaking discovery in the field of biomedical research emerged, known as organ-on-a-chip technology, which quickly captivated the interest of scientists across the globe. Led by a bioengineer Donald E. Ingber at Harvard University, this innovative …

In 2023, the venture capital (VC) landscape witnessed significant activity, providing crucial support to the biotech sector amidst a volatile public-market environment. According to McKinsey & Co., despite a downturn following the peak in 2021, VC funding has maintained a …

With over half of the world's population being female, it's only natural that the world of femtech is experiencing a tremendous surge of interest. The numbers speak volumes. A recent research report by Global Market Insights predicts that the femtech …

Executives from the French AI drug discovery company Owkin have embarked on a new venture, launching Bioptimus, a startup dedicated to developing a large-language model (LLM) specifically for biotechnology. This initiative marks a significant leap in the application of LLM …

In the ongoing pursuit of new drugs and medical treatments, the pharmaceutical sector faces a complex task: verifying the safety and efficacy of these potential advancements. Clinical trials, long-drawn, expensive, and fraught with uncertainty, act as the proving ground for …

The field of fertility treatments is experiencing a surge in demand, fueled by several significant factors. A shift towards starting families at a later age, the increasing number of same-sex couples seeking assistance, and concerning studies revealing a decline in …

The field of 3D bioprinting has emerged as a remarkable technological advancement in recent years. This revolutionary technique involves the fabrication of living tissues, including blood vessels, bones, hearts, and skin, through the process of additive manufacturing, commonly known as …

Ever since the early 2000s, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a useful tool in various fields, from game design and speech recognition to powering driving cars and military applications. No wonder that big pharma companies are striving to keep up …