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The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has announced a major investment in the future of clinical trials, with £6.5 million awarded to establish a UK-wide Commercial Research […]

Solihull-based Daleswood Health has announced the exclusive regional launch of Exomind, a pioneering non-invasive neuromodulation technology. The innovation is now available for the first time in the Midlands and is […]

The UK’s life sciences sector has been handed a major vote of confidence with the official opening of Moderna’s new vaccine factory in Oxfordshire. The state-of-the-art site, based at the […]

In recent days, the life sciences sector has been drawn into renewed debate following claims that paracetamol use during pregnancy may be linked to autism in children. Paracetamol, often regarded […]

By: Clare Chapman – Membership Manager – Sustainability West Midlands The Midlands is home to one of the most vibrant life sciences ecosystems in the UK, with clusters of innovation […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved rapidly from theory to practice in the life sciences. What began as a promising tool for handling large datasets is now transforming the way new […]

By: Chris Millward There is no doubt that Life Sciences Week will deliver outcomes in many areas for our region when the sector’s innovation meets industry leadership during the conference. […]

The Birmingham Business Magazine has joined forces with Life Sciences Week to produce a one-off special edition magazine dedicated entirely to the life sciences sector. This unique collaboration shines a […]

Innovation is Only Valuable if the Right People Understand It By: Anika Shah, Head of Communications at Digital Glue In life sciences, breakthroughs are happening all the time. From new […]

Shaping a better future for this generation and the next will be the focus of UK medtech leader Professor Gino Martini at a landmark event during the inaugural West Midlands […]

By: Charlie Copp – Director – Head of Life Sciences and Healthcare, Crowe The pharma services market is undergoing a period of transformation, driven by an increasing demand for specialist […]

The idea that some of the most powerful tools in medicine could be measured in billionths of a metre may sound extraordinary, yet this is precisely the promise of nanomedicine. […]

The discovery of new medicines has traditionally been a slow and expensive process. On average, it takes more than a decade and billions of pounds to bring a new drug […]

The ability to design and engineer living systems was once unimaginable. Today, synthetic biology – an interdisciplinary field combining biology, engineering and computer science – is making it possible to […]

By: Kathryn Wagstaff – Senior Business Development Manager, West Midlands Growth Company The West Midlands is fast emerging as one of the UK’s most compelling destinations for life sciences and […]

Few areas of science have generated as much excitement and debate in recent years as gene editing. Breakthrough tools such as CRISPR-Cas9 have opened up possibilities that once belonged firmly […]

By: Kathryn Wagstaff – Senior Business Development Manager for West midlands Growth Company As global healthcare continues to shift toward digital-first, data-enabled, and patient-centric models, international investors are seeking scalable […]

For patients awaiting organ transplants, time can be the difference between life and death. Across the world, demand for donor organs far outstrips supply, leaving thousands on waiting lists and […]

The UK life sciences sector continues to generate scientific discoveries and face increasing global demand for healthcare innovations. The Technology Supply Chain (TSC) operates as a collaborative network connecting various […]

Mental health has risen to the forefront of healthcare priorities in recent years, reflecting both growing awareness and increasing demand for services. The pandemic, economic pressures and rapid social change […]

For decades, advances in computing power have shaped the way healthcare is delivered. From early electronic records to today’s artificial intelligence, digital technology has steadily transformed diagnosis, treatment and research. […]

By: Brian Lynch, COO – Hero AI The healthcare industry is in a global crisis. I have spoken to people around the world and everyone believes that this is a […]

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has been described as one of the greatest global health challenges of the twenty-first century. The World Health Organization warns that, without effective action, drug-resistant infections could […]

Clinical trials are the bridge between promising laboratory discoveries and treatments that can transform patients’ lives. Yet for decades, the process of testing new medicines has often been slow, complex […]

Artificial intelligence has already begun to reshape the healthcare landscape, from image analysis in radiology to chatbots guiding patients through triage. Yet a new wave of technology, known as adaptive […]

By: Jean McCarthy – Innovation Funding Specialist at ABGi Here we ask Jean McCarthy, Innovation Funding Specialist at ABGi, to explore how life sciences companies can leverage their IP as […]

Adapted from https://www.bmj.com/content/bmj/390/bmj.r1503.full.pdf On the shelves of supermarkets and pharmacies across the UK, self-testing kits now sit alongside everyday health products. These range from male fertility checks and menopause indicators […]

Two of Birmingham’s most historic institutions are joining forces in a year-long partnership that will open new opportunities for research into biodiversity, wellbeing, and the future of urban environments. The […]

By: Alina Luchian and Dr. Istvan Petak, Founder and CSO – Genomate Precision oncology has long promised to revolutionize cancer treatment by tailoring therapies to each tumor’s unique genetic profile. […]

By Lynn Yap | Board Advisor, Life Sciences Week 2025 In health innovation, speed matters. The faster we can move a validated idea into the hands of clinicians and patients, […]

By Adam McGuinness The healthcare industry is fundamental to the well-being of individuals and the strength of entire economies. Yet it faces growing challenges, including rising costs, workforce shortages, and […]

Staff at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital have been recognised on the international stage for their outstanding work to tackle health inequalities and improve access to care. The hospital, run […]

Popular television doctor and GP Dr Hilary Jones has spoken out in praise of the NHS Patient Choice system after travelling almost 180 miles from his Kent home for a […]

Rebecca Bekkenutte, Managing Director – Gateley Global Every successful life sciences company starts with an idea. Sometimes it is sketched on the back of a napkin, and more often it […]

By: Professor Gino Martini – CEO of PHTA West Midlands Health Tech Innovation Accelerator (WMHTIA) recently welcomed West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker and Preet Gill, MP for Edgbaston, along with […]

Amy Deakin, Managing Partner of Life Sciences Week As the Life Sciences sector continues to push boundaries, partnerships have never been more pivotal. With Life Sciences Week fast approaching this […]

By David Kidney In July 2025, we were treated to something that has been quite rare in recent years – public policy announcements by the UK Government and the West […]

By Lynn Yap | Board Advisor, Life Sciences Week 2025In health tech, the story often unfolds like this: A pilot programme delivers dazzling results — reduced waiting times, improved outcomes, […]

Written by: Ellen Daniels, CEO BCGA and Life Sciences Week Advisory Board Member At BCGA, we’re used to dealing with the highly practical and safety-critical applications of gases in hospitals, […]

Written by: Dr Richard Fallon, CEO of the Technology Supply Chain The West Midlands is fast becoming a powerhouse in health technology innovation, thanks to the groundbreaking work of the […]

Migraine remains one of the most common and disabling neurological conditions in the UK, affecting around ten million people. For decades, treatment options have offered limited relief to many patients, […]

In July 2025, England launched its “Fit for the Future” strategy outlining a 10-year plan to reform the NHS. The strategy focuses on expanding community-based care, accelerating digital infrastructure and […]

By Lynn Yap | Board Advisor, Life Sciences Week 2025 Trust is the currency of healthcare. Yet in health tech, trust is often treated like a compliance box to tick, […]

By Lynn Yap | Board Advisor, Life Sciences Week 2025 In many industries, scale is celebrated as the ultimate milestone. But in health tech, scaling too soon — or scaling […]

The Innovation Awards recognise, celebrate and reward the businesses, individuals and organisations dedicated to innovation.  Established in 2021, they have grown rapidly, attracting nominations from far and wide. They have […]

A robotic-TAMIS surgery has successfully been performed by surgeons at the Midland Metropolitan University Hospital – the first colorectal surgery of it’s kind to be undertaken in Birmingham and the […]

Written by Gary Sambrook, Managing Partner at Walk Through Walls. The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Life Sciences is a vital force in promoting the UK’s world-leading life sciences sector, […]

A thought piece by David Kidney, Executive Chair of WM Health Technologies Cluster Ltd July 2025 NHS England has announced a major increase in robotic surgery over the next decade […]

Written by: Melanie Davidson, Chief Executive Officer – Medilink Midlands Medilink Midlands are a founding partner of Life Sciences Week The UK health tech ecosystem has no shortage of brilliant […]

Credit: David Kidney, Executive Chair of WMHTC and Chair of Life Sciences Week Advisory Board It is a truth universally acknowledged that the West Midlands does innovation well. Centuries in […]

Article written by Neil Mistry, Plasma Engagement Manager at the Birmingham Plasma Donation Centre As we approach West Midlands Life Sciences Week from 15th-19th September, we celebrate a major medical […]

Originally published on the PHTA website at:  The PHTA proudly stood alongside political, business, and community leaders to mark the official launch of the West Midlands All Party Parliamentary Group […]

The global HealthTech market is set to reach an estimated £500 billion by 2025, and the West Midlands is fast becoming the UK’s most exciting launchpad for this transformation. With […]

The UK has become the first country to fund a major international project aimed at building human DNA from scratch, a scientific milestone with the potential to revolutionise medicine, disease […]

As the UK’s fastest growing MedTech cluster, the West Midlands is a region where innovation becomes impact. With over £1.7 billion in MedTech economic activity, the area is home to […]

 Originally published on the PHTA website at: https://phta.co.uk/introducing-dr-gianmarco-contino-phtas-translational-lead/ As a founding sponsor of Life Sciences Week, we’re taking a closer look at one of the newest recruits at PHTA, and […]

Birmingham Health Innovation Campus (BHIC) is a central feature of the UK’s future health economy. Located in the heart of the West Midlands, BHIC is a world-class facility dedicated to […]

By Lynn Yap | Board Advisor, Life Sciences Week 2025 “How did you go from Estée Lauder to life sciences?” It’s a question I’ve been asked a few times, and […]

By David Kidney Down the ages, the West Midlands has a great track record on innovation. From the first industrial revolution to the latest amazing tech breakthroughs, we have been […]

The West Midlands is fast becoming one of the UK’s most important hubs for life sciences and data-driven healthcare innovation. With a £10.3 billion healthcare and life sciences economy, the […]