Optimum celebrates the International Day of Women & Girls in Science 2026

To mark this year’s International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Optimum is celebrating the remarkable women across our network by asking them: ‘If you could collaborate with any scientist (past or present) who would it be, and why?’ Their answers were as inspiring as they were diverse, from trailblazing pioneers to modern innovators, […]

Weekly roundup: MDR certificate granted for Biocomposites and ‘Dealmakers’ highlights

Biocomposites gains MDR certification for STIMULAN® Rapid Cure and STIMULAN® Kit Biocomposites, an international medical devices company that engineers, manufactures and markets world leading products for use in infection management in bone and soft tissue, has secured European Union Medical Device Regulation (MDR) certification for its STIMULAN® products. The approval confirms that STIMULAN® can be mixed with […]

Hot topic: The must attend healthcare conferences in Spring 2026

As Spring 2026 fast approaches, the life sciences calendar is shaping up to be one of the most energising and opportunity-rich seasons yet. Whether you’re seeking investment, scouting innovation, or expanding your network across Europe’s most dynamic biotech hubs, these conferences promise invaluable insights and connections.   With exclusive discounts, early-bird rates, and backtoback event weeks designed to maximise your time […]

Weekly roundup: Innovation across the board

Infinitopes expands seed financing to $35 million to accelerate clinical development of precision cancer vaccine Infinitopes, a clinical-stage cancer vaccine biotechnology company, announced the successful completion of the second close of its seed financing round, securing an additional $15.4 million and bringing the total raised to $35.1 million. This latest investment was co-led by Octopus […]