Scientists want CRISPR regulation amid reports of foetus gene-editing
Scientists have urged policymakers to implement a regulatory framework governing the use of CRISPR technology in humans, following reports that a Chinese scientist has successfully created ‘edited’ twins.
CRISPR tech market to reach $1.72m by 2023: report
The global CRISPR technology market is expected to reach $1.72 million in value by 2023, up from 2018’s predicted figure of $562 million, according to a report released this month.
Life sciences partners join Saul Ewing’s Boston office
Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr has strengthened its Boston office with the addition of two life sciences partners from Hamilton, Brook, Smith & Reynolds.
Indivior loses battle over Suboxone generic
The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit vacated a preliminary injunction against India-based Dr Reddy’s earlier this week, in a blow for addiction treatment drug producer Indivior.
Leo Pharma and PellePharm sign rare disease deal
Denmark-based Leo Pharma and Californian rare disease company PellePharm have partnered to develop and commercialise therapies for rare forms of skin cancer.
EU court throws out catheter trademark appeal
The EU General Court has upheld a decision to deny Japanese medical device producer Asahi Intecc a trademark for a line of catheters it produces.
Indian court rules in Sanofi’s favour in trademark suit
The Delhi High Court has ruled against a company for its ‘near identical’ imitation of pharmaceutical company Sanofi’s name and trademarks.
Boston Scientific acquires BTG for $4.2bn
Medical device manufacturer Boston Scientific today announced that it will acquire UK-based healthcare company BTG for $4.2 billion.
LSPN Europe 2018: Russian litigation and US second medical use
The strategies of generic makers in Russia have changed dramatically over the past few years, according to Natalia Gulyaeva, partner at Hogan Lovells.
10x Genomics sued over cell research tools
Genome sequencing company 10x Genomics has been accused of infringing 11 patents covering cell research and analysis tools.
