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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 […]

Aston University has announced a major international partnership with Max Healthcare India, one of the country’s largest and most respected hospital networks. The two organisations have signed a memorandum of […]

The UK government’s renewed focus on data-driven innovation in the life sciences sector marks a major shift in how health research, diagnostics and treatment are delivered. Central to this transformation […]

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, […]

A major pillar of the UK government’s new Life Sciences Sector Plan is a bold drive to boost domestic manufacturing of medical products, underpinned by a commitment of up to […]

The UK government has launched a new Life Sciences Sector Plan, a ten-year strategy designed to boost the country’s position as a global leader in life sciences. Announced on Wednesday […]

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 […]

Joenja was approved by the MHRA in 2024 but was only issued to patients on the NHS for the first time in June.  What is APDS?  APDS (activated phosphoinositide 3-kinase […]

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 […]

Researchers have found a way to absorb a toxic and long-lasting “forever chemical” which is often used in consumer goods.  Used in various consumer products  Products such as waterproof clothing, […]

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 […]

In a landmark move that places the UK at the forefront of international health innovation, the country has become the first to join a new global network of regulators dedicated […]

An $11bn partnership between BioNTech and Bristol Myers Squibb has been signed. Potential competition to a leading drug The partnership involves the development of a cancer drug which could, potentially, […]

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 […]

By David Kidney The West Midlands Combined Authority is asking us all for our views before producing a first Local Growth Plan. The Combined Authority has launched the West Midlands […]

Medilink Midlands welcomed some of the region’s most innovative and interesting life sciences and health tech companies to their annual awards evening at the Grand Station in Wolverhampton on Thursday. […]

Experts and regional business leaders gathered at Hotel Du Vin in Birmingham to watch the exciting launch of West Midlands Life Sciences Week. The event, which was one of the […]

As the UK looks to drive economic recovery and innovation in 2025, one sector stands out as the ultimate turbocharger for growth: Life Sciences. This dynamic industry isn’t just about […]

When it came to selecting the host city for WM Life Sciences Week 2025, the decision was clear: Birmingham. Nestled in the heart of the UK, Birmingham is not just […]

As we step into 2025, the UK’s economic future hinges on a select few sectors poised to drive growth, and none shines brighter than Life Sciences. This industry, often underrated […]