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Circulating tumor cells (CTCs) are believed to detach from primary or secondary tumors and enter the bloodstream, traveling to distant organs and forming new tumors. These cells that leave the primary tumor are able to colonize distant organs in the […]

Bioseparations systems can be categorized into three types: chromatography, membranes/filters and centrifuges. The demand for single use products is increasing and fueling growth of the global bioseparations market. New biosimilars are driving the increase in global biomanufacturing capacity. Blockbuster biologics […]

Even with tissue and hygiene moving towards saturation, it posted positive retail current value growth estimated in 2012. This was largely due to the growing popularity of premium products using virgin pulp or cotton, and added safe but specialised functions […]

Companion biomarkers are diagnostic tests that are specifically linked to a therapeutic drug either during its development or in the clinic. This linkage can be an important component of the drug development process; alternatively, the companion biomarker can be useful […]

Microarray technologies multiplex and miniaturize the analysis of tens of thousands of molecules for a variety of assays, including drug binding, molecular interactions, enzyme activity and pathway identification. These microarrays, which include DNA microarrays, protein microarrays, tissue microarrays, low complexity […]

A stem cell is an extraordinary type of cell that has the ability to self-renew for long periods of time and to differentiate into specialized cells under appropriate physiological or experimental conditions. Traditionally, stem cells have been classified as either […]

In 2012, the Indian market for wound and tissue management was valued at $2.89 billion, a 7.4% increase over 2011. The wound and tissue management market includes wound closure devices, moist dressings, antimicrobial dressings, interactive dressings, traditional dressings, hemostats, tissue […]