The government's UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) agency has invested £98.5 million into businesses and researchers in the North-west that are tackling major societal challenges. The UKRI is funding 156 projects in the region that are working towards aims such as decarbonisation and improving … [Read more...]
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Alderley Park cycle and shower facilities move forward
A state-of-the-art shower and cycle hub at the Alderley Park science campus has reached the technical design stage, with work poised to begin later this year. Hamer Way Architects have designed the new cycle facility that aims to support active travel for workers travelling to the site near … [Read more...]
Drug discovery firm creates 150 new jobs at Alderley Park
Drug discovery and non-clinical solutions firm, Sygnature Discover, has announced plans to expand its presence at Alderley Park, creating 150 jobs at the Cheshire science park. The firm's methodology relies on the use of integrated interdisciplinary teams, and the new roles will add biology and … [Read more...]
Alderley Park to host Covid-19 vaccination centre
As well as hosting the Medicines Discovery Catapult's Lighthouse Lab, which is testing samples from across the North for Covid-19, Alderley Park is now also home to a new vaccination centre. Alderley Park Conference Centre, along with Chester Racecourse, will from this week aid GP-led, hospital … [Read more...]
AstraZeneca reports 10% boost to annual revenues
Macclesfield-based pharmaceuticals firm, AstraZeneca, has seen its revenues boosted by 10% in the past year. The firm, which is behind one of the coronavirus vaccines currently being distributed in the UK, reported revenue growth of $26.6 billion in 2020. The firm is one of the Macclesfield … [Read more...]
Alderley Park medcomms agency secures investment for expansion
Alderley Park based medcomms agency, Helios Medical Communications, has secured investment to support its expansion both in the UK and internationally. The medcomms agency, which has offices in Alderley Park and Oxford, has received investment from £900 million private equity fund, NorthEdge. … [Read more...]
Alderley Park Lighthouse Labs process six millionth sample
Scientists at the Alderley Park Lighthouse Labs have reached a new milestone in processing coronavirus tests after processing over six million samples. After handling the six millionth sample over the festive period, scientists at the Cheshire lab have now conducted the equivalent of nearly one … [Read more...]
Alderley Park diagnostics pioneer secures £3.9 million investment
Alderley Park based diagnostics company, Kinomica, has secured a £3.9 million investment to fund its pioneering technology. The investment will add to existing agreements for the firm with major pharmaceutical and healthcare sector companies such as AstraZeneca. Kinomica's KScan™ biomarker and … [Read more...]
AstraZeneca acquires US pharmaceuticals firm in $39 billion deal
Macclesfield and Alderley Park based biosciences firm, AstraZeneca, has confirmed a $39 billion acquisition deal with American firm, Alexion Pharmaceuticals. Shareholders of the US firm will receive approximately $175 per share in the deal, that is expected to close subject to regulatory approval … [Read more...]
Alderley Park drug discovery firm to raise £25.2 million in share placing
An Alderley Park based drug discovery firm, Redx Pharma, has announced it has conditionally raised £25.2 million ahead of a share placing. The share placing will ensure the business has funds to continue its research and drug development through until 2022, supporting its current pipeline of … [Read more...]
Alderley Park Lighthouse Lab surpasses 4 million test milestone
The Lighthouse Lab set up at Cheshire's Alderley Park has announced this week it has processed over 4 million samples as part of the UK's coronavirus testing regime. The 4 million milestone was reached on the 31st October, despite the first sample only being tested on the 7th April. The figure … [Read more...]
Breakthrough oncology development programme launches at Alderley Park
Some of the biggest names in UK cancer research, clinical excellence and pharmaceutical companies are combining forces at Alderley Park to help accelerate the translation of emerging oncology research in the UK into patient benefits. The Oncology Development Programme at Alderley Park is being … [Read more...]