New automated solution for flexible molecular assays

The fully integrated Qiasymphony is a new automated platform for flexible molecular testing.

Higher performance UV-Vis spectrophotometry with double beams

The Biochrom Libra series of UV-Vis spectrophotometers now features double beams and variable bandwidths.

High hopes for future partnering - the solution for struggling fairs

Business fairs are struggling but the concept of partnering is hotter than ever. By using social media, participants can prepare themselves for the perfect meeting.

Will the industry follow the economic revival?

Welcome to the eleventh Biotech Forum + Scanlab Fair!

9 steps to perfect partnering

Rigorous planning and a focus on your business plan is essential for successful partnering, accoring to Camilla Huse Bondeson at Conlega. Follow her 9 steps to perfect partnering.

Early stage research and low turnaround dominates

Nordic science parks are full of advanced research performed by small companies but little research is done in later stages. Only a couple of the best performers have companies in phase III, according to Biotech Scandinavia's survey.

Biovitrum-affären får bra betyg

Kursen har sitigt med 50 procent sedan sammanslagningen med Swedish Orphan, men analytiker tror att det finns mer att hämta i aktien.

Förfalskning drabbar Q-Med

Förfalskade kopior av ett av bolagets preparat säljs på internet och nu utreder FDA situationen. - Detta ligger utom vår kontroll, säger Q-Meds ekonomichef.

Biotech Swedens chefredaktör gör DNA-test

Några spottloskor i en kopp, 3 500 kronor och du får resultatet två veckor senare. Häng med när Biotech Swedens chefredaktör testar sitt DNA.

Samarbetsdags för Big Pharma

Patientkontakt via sociala medier, mobilstödd övervakning av dosering eller datastödd läkemedelsutveckling. Framtidens big pharma-bolag måste vidga vyerna och leverera hälsoresultat i stället för läkemedel, enligt Ernst&Youngs senaste rapport Progressions, Pharma 3.0.

Kapitalet flödar åter till biotekniksektorn

Finansieringen till biotekniksektorn gick upp som en raket under förra året.

Biotech halkade efter under 2009

Samtidigt som Nasdaq steg med 44 procent under 2009 halkade biotechbolagen efter och den totala värdeökningen i den globala life science-branschen var bara 17 procent.

Relax at the After Fair

Round off the first day of the fair by visiting the After Fair. You can reload with entertainment from talented artists such as Patrik Isaksson, The Gentlemen and Ellinor Asp and take the opportunity to mingle with old and new aquaintances.

New partnering platform

EBD Group's Partnering One is the new partnering platform for Biotech Forum 2009.

Mingling do's and don'ts

Linkedin, Facebook, MSN and Gmail are all perfect tools for the urban businessman or woman to keep track of and stay up-to-date with contacts. "But in the end, networking is about meeting and talking to people face-to-face," says mingling expert Mia Forsgren at Begriplig.

BMAs: Run your own business

After graduation you must decide: be an employee or start your own business. This is not really the situation for BMAs today, but a collaborative project between Swedish public actors and some companies aims to change that and make entrepreneurs of BMAs.

Finding your way at the fairs

For details on exhibitors, booths, seminars and the fair map we have gathered the important sites for you.

How to get the most out of the fair

Einar Pontén, Managing Director, Merck Sequant

Why are you going to Scanlab+Biotech Forum?

Annika Garnås, LAB

Why are you going to Scanlab+Biotech Forum?

Cate Poulsen, Qiagen

Why are you going to Scanlab and Biotech Forum?

Gabor Fischer, Distribution Sales Manager Europe, Ismatec

Why are you going to Scanlab+Biotech Forum?

Per Norstedt, Regional Manager, AH Diagnostics

Why are you going to Scanlab+Biotech Forum?

Martin Willner, Manager Lab, Nordic Service Manager, Mettler-Toledo AB

Why are you going to Scanlab+Biotech Forum?