New study explores role of IL-4 in immunoregulation, psoriasis

Scientists at the Technische Universität München and the University of Tübinge looked into the molecular effects of Interleukin 4 (IL-4) on inflammation  

Germany’s food labelling regulations extend to non-prepacked foods

TÜV SÜD provides guidelines on allergen labelling presentation and display on foods sold loose

Experts criticize previous study on B vitamins’ effects on Alzheimer’s

Medical experts say the view that B vitamins have no role in preventing Alzheimer’s disease is ‘inaccurate and misleading’

Novacyt’s NOVAPrep receives CFDA approval

The company is setting its sights on penetrating the Chinese oncology diagnostic sector

2nd in-cosmetics Brasil packs bigger exhibition

The two-day show will open on September 30 at the Expo Center Norte in São Paulo  

Sales drop seen with P&G brand consolidation

Continued sale of 100 of the company’s brands is expected to depress sales by 14%

U.S. FDA clears CAAS A-Valve for aortic regurgitation measurement

Pie Medical’s quantitative Regurgitation Analysis (qRA) workflow on the CAAS A-Valve adopts X-ray angiography to determine aortic regurgitation  

Mitobridge obtains Salk Institute intellectual property

The comprehensive intellectual property estate covers key patents and reagents developed for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of human and animal diseases

Southeast Asian biocides market growing fast

A new Kline study explores growth possibilities for specialty biocides in Southeast Asia

Ferring Pharmaceuticals, CTCBIO seal deal

The agreement covers rights to CTCBIO’s new oral drug delivery technology

Sosei acquires Heptares for $400 million

The acquisition forms a major global biopharmaceutical company with strong drug discovery and clinical development capabilities

in-cosmetics Korea set for inaugural run

The new personal care ingredients show in Korea will be held on June 15 and 16 at the Coex Exhibition Centre in Seoul