A groundbreaking Cancer Research UK-funded clinical trial has revealed that administering chemotherapy before surgery can reduce the risk of colon cancer recurrence. The FOxTROT trial was led by scientists from the University of Birmingham and the University of Leeds and involved 1,053 colon cancer patients from 85 hospitals across the […]
Pharmaceuticals
RCDS and Partners Bring Light and Hope to Leprosy Patients with Solar Power Plant and Relief Aid
The Rotary Club of Delhi South (RCDS) has partnered with Lepra and Assets Care and Reconstruction Enterprise Ltd (ACRE) to launch an on-grid solar power plant at the Mother Teresa Home in Tahirpur, Delhi. The project aims to provide a sustainable source of energy for leprosy patients and their families, […]
ChickP’s Chickpea Isolate Emerges as High-Performing Protein Alternative for Plant-Based Food
ChickP Protein, Ltd. has successfully demonstrated the effectiveness of its patented chickpea isolate as a plant-based protein alternative for cheese analogs. The foodTech start-up has created prototypes of chickpea-powered cream cheese and firm cheddar cheese that are highly nutritious and match real dairy cheese in appearance and flavor. ChickP’s breakthrough […]
DolCas Biotech’s Curcugen chosen by Clear Within for beauty-from-within supplement
Nutritional supplement company, Clear Within, has chosen DolCas Biotech’s Curcugen® turmeric extract as the key ingredient for its vegan nutricosmetic product aimed at promoting clear skin. Clear Within conducted an intensive evaluation of turmeric extracts before selecting Curcugen, which eliminated the need for other non-active ingredients in their formulation and […]
CPHI Pharma Awards 2023 Open for Entries, Celebrating Pharma Innovators
The 20th anniversary edition of the CPHI Pharma Awards is now accepting entries from global innovators, scientists, entrepreneurs and social leaders. The awards will celebrate 12 categories, including three new categories created to reflect the changing industry. The pharma industry has continued its rapid rate of innovation, embracing the speed […]
Eli Lilly Launches New Treatment Option for Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis in India
Eli Lilly, a leading pharmaceutical company, has launched Copellor® (Ixekizumab) in India following approval from The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI). The drug is designed to treat moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis and active psoriatic arthritis in adult patients who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy. Copellor® is a humanized […]
Indian Immunologicals Limited partners with ICAR-CIFA to develop vaccine for Septicemia in freshwater fish
Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL), one of India’s leading vaccine manufacturers, has joined forces with Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), Bhubaneswar, to develop a vaccine for Hemorrhagic Septicemia in freshwater fish, also known as Aeromonas Septicemia, Ulcer Disease, or Red-Sore Disease. Aquaculture plays a crucial role in India’s economy, and […]
Alniche Lifesciences Launches #KidneyHealthForAll Awareness Campaign on World Kidney Day
Alniche Lifesciences, a leading pharmaceutical company in India and a therapy leader in the Nephrology space, has launched an awareness campaign #KidneyHealthForAll on World Kidney Day. The campaign aims to spread awareness, educate people, and improve their understanding of kidney health. Alniche Lifesciences has partnered with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) […]
Nestlé Health Science Introduces the ‘Opt2Win’ Initiative to Enhance Understanding of Obesity Prevention and Management
Nestlé India has launched a weight management program called “Opt2Win” powered by Nestlé Optifast, on the occasion of World Obesity Day, as part of its commitment to enable people to live healthier lives. The program is a multi-pronged initiative designed to address the growing problem of obesity and weight management […]
Sanofi reaffirms commitment to rare diseases in India
Sanofi Speciality Care has reiterated its commitment to addressing rare diseases in India, marking Rare Disease Day by announcing continued efforts to empower patients with transformative healthcare options. The global movement for rare diseases seeks to achieve equity in social opportunity, healthcare, and access to diagnosis and treatments for those […]
