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Biopharma's $300 Billion Problem Is Driving the Biggest M&A Cycle in a Decade

More than $300 billion in branded pharmaceutical revenue faces patent expiration by 2030. Big Pharma cannot replace it through internal R&D alone. The result is the most aggressive acquisition cycle since before the pandemic, and it is reshaping how the entire life sciences supply chain does business.

Quotient Sciences launches Phase I study of what it calls the first AI-formulated drug in the clinic

Quotient Sciences initiates what it calls the first Phase I trial of an AI-designed oral drug formulation, approved by the UK's MHRA.

Quotient Sciences launches Phase I trial of what it calls the first AI-formulated drug to reach the clinic

Quotient Sciences has initiated a Phase I study of an AI-designed oral formulation, cleared by the MHRA—marking a concrete shift from AI experimentation to clin

Tekniplex Showcases Sustainable Materials Innovation at Paris Packaging Week 2026

At Paris Packaging Week 2026, Tekniplex didn’t just exhibit—it staged an experience that reflected the evolving intersection of materials science and brand storytelling. The company’s modern booth, complete with a living wall and immersive digital displays, signaled a broader shift in how packaging innovators are choosing to engage a sustainability-conscious audience. Beneath the…

Oscar Martin Interview – AMI Single Serve Tampa – 2026

The single-serve coffee industry is at a pivotal moment, where convenience and sustainability are no longer competing priorities but parallel expectations shaping innovation. At gatherings like the AMI Single Serve Coffee Conference in Tampa, the conversation has clearly shifted from abstract goals to tangible, commercially viable solutions—especially in the realm of compostable and recyclable…

What Is It Like for You to Be Part of the Benchmark Products Teams Now

Being part of the Benchmark Products team today means working at the intersection of precision manufacturing and deeply human collaboration, especially in the high-stakes world of cleanroom and sterility assurance solutions. As the organization grows, employees describe a culture that still feels familial—one where clear communication, personal accountability, and genuine care for customers drive…

Why Does Benchmark’s Work Need More Visibility

In an industry defined by rapid scientific breakthroughs, Benchmark Products plays a quietly pivotal role—translating innovation into tangible tools that life sciences manufacturers can actually use. By staying aligned with the evolving needs of patients and producers alike, Benchmark has built a reputation for agility, rapidly manufacturing solutions that improve efficiency and enable new…

Expanding Monitoring in Acute Care and Beyond

As hospitals look beyond the ICU to improve outcomes across the entire continuum of care, a key question emerges: how do you expand patient monitoring without overwhelming clinicians with more alarms, more noise, and more work? This episode—part three of a five-part Health and Life Sciences at the Edge series exploring The Future of…

Investing in Water Quality: Florida Takes a Proactive Strategy for Sustainable Infrastructure

Amid a national conversation on infrastructure and environmental sustainability, Florida positions itself at the forefront with a significant financial commitment to investing in water quality. Governor Ron DeSantis’s recent announcement of a $1.5 billion investment, focusing heavily on the iconic Everglades Restoration Project, comes at a critical time. As Florida’s population continues to swell,…

AI-Driven Amino Acid Drugs Surface as a Promising Treatment for Eye Conditions

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) promises to revolutionize multiple sectors, and one area seeing tangible benefits is drug development. Historically, the creation of new medicines was a time-consuming endeavor, but AI-driven amino acid research is proving to accelerate the early developmental stages and get drugs to the market faster. Researchers at the Wilmer…

Beyond Fukushima: Nuclear Energy is Critical to Achieve Net Zero

The Fukushima Nuclear plant fallout continues as nations try to balance the risks while realizing the potential and need for nuclear energy. Japan initiated its planned release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific, a decision that has drawn international criticism and economic consequences. In a swift response, China…

Key Reasons Why Your Magnolia Tree Isn’t Blooming

Why isn’t your Magnolia tree blooming? In this informative video, our ISA Certified Arborist James Allen addresses common misconceptions about tree watering and drought stress. As he conducts his regular check-ups on trees, he frequently encounters signs of drought stress, even on properties with regular lawn watering schedules. James explains that conventional sprinkler…

Overcoming Problems with Hybrid Rocket Engines is Key to Launching Us Further into Space

Hybrid isn’t just the word with us earthlings, it’s also the next big thing in space technology. Hybrid rocket engines have been developed to increase efficiency and control over more established liquid and solid rocket engines. With better rocket technology comes more accessible space exploration, meaning the potential for scientific discoveries and technological advancements…

HandiChem® Solid Water Treatment Systems

The HandiChem Solid Water Treatment Solutions by Chem-Aqua is an innovative solution that provides the proven results of high-performance liquid treatment programs but is easier to use, and more environmentally responsible.

SupplySide West 2021: Dr. John Deaton Presents DE111 Findings

The Deerland team recently attended Supply Side West in Las Vegas! At the show, Dr. John Deaton presented the findings of the first-ever clinical study to directly investigate spore germination under real-time in-vivo conditions in the human small intestine. For those that weren’t able to attend, we have brought the presentation to you! “Growing…

Phononic + MarketScale Recap

Phononic, a leading provider of solid-state cooling and heating solutions, has formed a dynamic partnership with MarketScale, a renowned video production and community-generated content creation company. This collaboration brings together Phononic’s expertise in innovative technology and MarketScale’s prowess in visual storytelling, resulting in captivating video content that engages and educates audiences. Through their partnership, Phononic…

“Stronger Together”: 2022 Abu Dhabi Space Debate Shows Cooperation is Both Key and a Challenge

The future of public and private space use is being defined in real time, as the possibilities for commercialization, further scientific discoveries, and key government projects expand their horizons. A critical part of the next phase of space projects will be deciding how various countries’ projects will seek a helping hand from across national lines,…

Vibrations: Vibration Building Design for Cancer Center Part 3

On this third and final episode of Vibrations’ look at vibration building design, host Daniel J Litwin concluded his discussion with Ahmad Bayat, P.E., President at Vibro-Acoustic Consultants (VACC), and Mike Georgalis, North American Sales Manager at the Technical Manufacturing Corporation (TMC.) This final portion of dialogue between Litwin, Bayat, and Georgalis brings together insights…

Trends in Space Technology

ATM machines, the internet, GPS maps, and weather reports all have one common denominator: outer space. Without space, these services would not be possible at the scale they are today. TE Connectivity’s leader of global engineering, Matt McAlonis joined Tyler Kern, host of Our Connected World, to highlight the trends in the frontier of space…

Getting Technical: Flying in Green Skies

Aviation contributes to 2% of all CO2 emissions, which is something the industry wants to change. Jason Riggs, director of strategy at Technetics, spoke with Tyler Kern about some of the aviation industry’s plans to reach zero emissions by 2050 through sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs), hydrogen, and pure battery-electric aircraft. Hydrogen as a fuel source…

The Goals for Space Exploration for This Decade and Beyond

The expanse of space, the wondrous and eerie world that very few individuals have experienced. In this episode, Chris Blackerby and Charity Weeden talk to Ellen Stofan, Under Secretary of Science and Research at the Smithsonian, about the future of space exploration in the government and private sectors, the public. Stofan’s career in space was…

The Life of a Scope

Sam Harrison, Senior Clinical Educator at Censis Technologies, provided Tyler Kern with an education in endoscopy when he guided him through the lifecycle of a scope and how Censis technologies’ ScopeTrac and CensiTrac play a vital role in the process. Scopes first go through a deamination process before they enter the OR. CensiTrac then…

Minerals and Gravity Gradiometry – The Whole World in Your Hands

Gravity and density are both critical to mineral explorers. The art of measuring variations in it, called gravity gradiometry, is of key importance to the oil and gas and mining industries. To glean some expert insights, A Propensity to Talk Density host Tyler Kern spoke with experts Dr. Tim Wright, Director and Principal Geoscientist at…

Where Will the Money Come from in Space Sustainability?

On the Space to Grow podcast, Astroscale’s Chris Blackerby and Charity Weeden bring their compelling experience and expertise to map out the technology, international policy, and scalability that will define the next generation of space exploration.   Space to Grow has an exciting episode featuring Astroscale CEO and Founder Nobu Okada. In this interview, Chris Blackerby and Charity Weeden talk to their boss and…

What is the Key to Sustainability in the Final Frontier?

On the Space to Grow podcast, Astroscale’s Chris Blackerby and Charity Weeden bring their compelling experience and expertise to map out the technology, international policy, and scalability that will define the next generation of space exploration.   There are three distinct areas of space exploration—civil, commercial, and defense. It’s rare to find a leader that has contributed to all three. Space to…

Metrology Matters: 2D and 3D Surface Parameters – Should You Stick to the Typical Results?

This episode of Metrology Matters features two bona fide experts in the field in Digital Metrology’s Dr. Mark Mulberg and Musolff Consulting’s Carl Musolff – and they’ve got front-line insights to share about getting the most out of 2D and 3D surface parameter measurements. Currently, designers and companies specify surface texture parameters in a multitude…

aquaDART® Solid Water Treatment

Without proper water treatment, cooling water systems can experience a variety of problems due to scale deposits, corrosion, and microbiological growth. Effective chemical feed and control is critical in minimizing these problems, but can be challenging in dynamic systems such as cooling towers. Combining our aquaDART Automation Control System with our innovative HandiChem technology provides…

Will Ultraviolet Light Be Part of the New Cleaning Standard?

Justin Low, CEO of Finsen Light, joined us to talk about his company and the challenges of conventional cleaning methods in the face of the pandemic. According to Justin, liquid cleaners are prone to gaps of human error through repetition. Finsen light looks to bring UV-C sterilization technology to fill in those gaps for…

Celebrating Metrology’s Impacts on Global Trade

As a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced optical metrology systems and ultra-precise optical components and assemblies, Zygo Corporation’s mission is to enable customer success—from military and aerospace to medical and automotive—by delivering innovative precision optical and metrology solutions that exceed expectations. And as we countdown the days to World Metrology…

This Week’s 3 Big Things in B2B: A Big Day for Space Travel and CEOs

These are the biggest stories in the B2B world this week! In fact, one is out of this world! Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’ company focused on bringing people to the moon, announced three new business partners. Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman and Draper will all have a hand in the process of making commercial space flight…