The Moss Man, Daniel Pacurar of Boreal Orchards will present his re:moss concept to global leaders at UNCCD COP16 in Saudi Arabia. The conference aims to combat drought and desertification. It unites global leaders focused on ecological restoration, emphasizing international collaboration for a sustainable future. Daniel Pacurar receives business support by Umeå Biotech Incubator.
Medicvent, based in Umeå, is seeking a new CEO as Erik Lindström transitions to a role within parent company Sdiptech. Founded in 1983, Medicvent focuses on air pollutant evacuation solutions for healthcare and plans to continue to expand internationally.
The Swedish MedTech company Mucocort AB has been granted a patent in China for its innovative product/technology, which has previously been approved under the European Patent System (EPC). Mucocort develops a mucoadhesive "patch" for mouth ulcers (aphthous stomatitis), one of the most common oral mucosal diseases.
In 2025, the Swedish Ag-Tech startup Cropcision will run a trial of its plastic-free precision fertilizers for sustainable sunflower production in Spain, supported by EIT Food. Cropcision aims to improve the financial and environmental performance of farms, forests, and greenhouses, aligning with the EU's Farm-to-Fork goal to reduce fertilizer use by 20 percent by 2030.
Sofia Mayans, a seasoned life science professional and co-founder of InfiCure Bio, has joined Diamyd Medical in Umeå as Director of Business Development, focusing on leveraging new production capabilities and exploring additional business opportunities related to diabetes treatment.
QureTech Bio has secured a SEK 14 million investment from Kempestiftelserna and Nascent Invest to enhance its development of innovative antibiotics targeting antimicrobial resistance. The funding will accelerate programs addressing multidrug-resistant bacteria, significantly impacting global health advancements.
Urban Eriksson has been appointed Chairman of Umeå Biotech Incubator, bringing 30 years of leadership experience, notably as CEO of SLU Holding. He emphasizes the importance of bridging research and practical applications in life sciences for sustainable development.
Umeå based Nil Medical has developed an ergonomic, medical vest for children undergoing cancer treatment, allowing for greater mobility by concealing IV equipment within the garment. The vest is being evaluated in a national quality of life study, in collaboration with Swedish healthcare. Nil Medical aims to introduce the CE-marked "Vestpack" to the international market.
AlexoTech, a Swedish biotech firm, achieved a record turnover in 2023, driven by strong demand for customized proteins and peptides. CEO Anders Olofsson emphasizes sustainable growth, inspired by local role model Agrisera, and plans to expand workforce and product offerings. AlexoTech is based in Umeå, a rapidly growing life science city.
Umeå based QureTech Bio has appointed Markus Thor as CEO, succeeding Helén Fält. With 30 years of pharmaceutical experience, Thor aims to advance the life science company's pipeline toward clinical trials, focusing on solutions for antimicrobial resistance.
Christian Hedberg, a professor at Umeå University, is developing a revolutionary drug to treat cryptosporidiosis in animals and humans. He collaborates with France's INRAE and the treatment has shown promising results in ruminant models and has the potential to address a significant global health issue. Christian Hedberg has joined Umeå Biotech Incubator to bring the treatment to the market.
HiloProbe, based in Umeå, secures SEK 3 million in funding from existing owners for sales initiation. The capital injection aims to attract more investment and reach a break-even point. The company is close to a breakthrough with ColoNode, a reagent kit for analyzing lymph nodes in colorectal cancer patients.