No. 11, November 2007

EDITORIAL

Medicon Valley Alliance looks ahead

In the decade to come, MVA will prioritise its resources not only to regional development through many different local initiatives, but also to secure Medicon Valley a position as a global player in the super league of life science clusters. Read more about the region's future challenges and the strategic initiatives from MVA.

 

 

SPECIAL THEME: MVA 10-YEAR JUBILEE

Regional Excellence and Global Challenges - a Sum-Up of the Programme

The MVA 10-year Jubilee gave participants an opportunity to hear about the "Regional Excellence and Global Challenges" in Medicon Valley. If you did not attend, this article gives you a short update on the programme. Read more

MVA Members Meet the First Life Science Ambassador

In as little as two months, the first life science ambassador to Medicon Valley, Dr. Takashi Asada from Kobe-Kansai in Japan, will take up residence at MVA's office in Orestad. During the MVA Jubilee Dr. Asada met with MVA members for the first time, and Peter Hønggaard Andersen, Vice President of Research at Lundbeck, speaks warmly about future cooperation with Dr. Asada. Read more

Notion of an ‘Open-Source' Database Awarded 1^st Prize

At the jubilee, three high school students from Medicon Valley were rewarded for their visions of the future life science sector in Medicon Valley. Milena Laban from Sorø Akademis Skole carried off the 1^st prize for her inspiring open-minded and innovative thinking. The other finalists contributed with creative future scenarios, encompassing ideas of personalised medicine and what one might call a ‘science city'. Read more

Effective Networking and Socialising

The buzz from the networking was so loud and intense that it was hard getting people to take their seats after the break in the programme. Read more

Pictures from the Jubilee

230 members and stakeholders joined the jubilee, representing the public and private life science sectors in Denmark, Sweden and abroad. View pictures from the event.  

 

  

MVA PROJECT NEWS

A Stronger Branding of Medicon Valley

MVA has just introduced a 40-page marketing brochure about science and business in Medicon Valley. The brochure outlines the region's strengths and competences within life science and offers an insight into business environment, science base, access to talent, access to capital, support clinical structure, infrastructure and quality of life in Medicon Valley.

With the brochure, MVA seeks to highlight the region's companies, universities and hospitals, thereby putting Medicon Valley on the world map. Download the brochure or read more

Get an Update on the Frontiers of Biomedical Research

It is not too late to join the MVA Morning Seminars, where some of the top scientists in Medicon Valley will present a popular version of the frontiers of biomedical research within infectious diseases, cancer, brain disorders and diabetes. The seminars are a unique opportunity for life science employees and executives, investors, board members and policy makers to get a sense of what is going on in the biomedical field and how this may affect the life science sector.

The seminars run from 08.30 - 10.00. Sign up for new knowledge and a nice breakfast with friends and colleagues! Read more

Øresund Diabetes Day on Inflammation & Diabetes

Join the Øresund Diabetes Day 2007 on 21 November with inspiring seminars on Inflammation & Diabetes. The latest news are presented at the Panum Institute, University of Copenhagen, by scientists from Medicon Valley and invited guests. Participation is free of charge. Read more

Top International Speakers and Networking Opportunities in Copenhagen

Today, MVA announces top international speakers at Medicon Valley International Partnering Event 2007: "Pharma meets Biotech - Biotech meets Pharma" 11 December 2007. PricewaterhouseCoopers will host the event that offers great opportunities to extend your network of international big pharma companies, biotech companies and investors. Read more

Project Manager Coaching Course, Spring 2008

The successful Project Manager Coaching Course continuous in spring 2008 and the first course is launched with a two-day seminar and spa education/treatment at Ystad Saltsjöbad on 21 February. It is intended primarily for project managers within life science and aims to help you become a better coach in your team. Read more

 

 

 

INTERNATIONAL VISITS

Japanese delegation:
Visiting science and business in Medicon Valley

In connection with the MVA's Jubilee, a Japanese delegation of nine people visited Medicon Valley over a three-day period. Among others, the delegation met with the Permanent Secretary of the Danish Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, Biomedical Centre at Lund University, Lundbeck, Novo Nordisk, Zealand Pharma and Biotech Research and Innovation Center (BRIC). Not the least, the first Japanese ‘life science ambassador' to Medicon Valley was presented for the MVA members. Read more  

NEW MEMBERS

MiXus

MiXus is a company that supplies services in the Life Sciences-, Medical Device-, and Pharmaceutical industries within the field of Validation of Automation System. Our consultants adapt clients' project methods to meet market quality demands and to comply with governmental regulations. Mixus is a contract validation and cGMP-compliance company; duties are therefore subject to clients' need.

Contact: www.mixus.se - maeva@mixus.se - phone +46 703 755 200

Novamass Ltd

Novamass Analytical Ltd is the biggest ADME service provider in the Nordic countries with the most comprehensive in vitro ADME service battery. We offer fully tailorable studies in: 

1. Basic property characterization (solubility, lipophilicity, protein binding)
2. Metabolism (metabolic stability and metabolite identification) 
3. Permeation (incl. BBB in vitro and microdialysis, Caco-2, MDCK, tissues) 
4. Drug interaction (CYP inhibition and induction, metabolising CYP and UGT enzyme identification) 
5. In vivo ADME (bioavailability, DMPK, metabolite identification)
6. Early toxicological and safety pharmacological studies in rodents and dog

Contact: www.novamass.net - info@novamass.net - phone +358 (0)207 639 666

Responsive A/S

Responsive is a communication agency specialising in direct and response-oriented marketing with the aim of optimising your marketing spending and earnings. We have extensive knowledge and success in marketing products and services to the more advanced Business-to-Consumers as well as Business-to-Business customer segments. We therefore have many clients and cases from the pharmaceutical industry, and firmly believe that we can contribute greatly to the growth of the life science industry.

Contact: www.responsive.dk - tomas@responsive.dk - phone +45 20 33 11 40

Tarpoon Bioscience AB 

Based in Lund, Tarpoon Bioscience AB supports Scandinavian life science companies and VC funds with due diligence, business development and interim management.

Contact: www.tarpoon.se - bengt.westrin@tarpoon.se - phone +46 702 654 862

NEWS FROM MEDICON VALLEY

Clinical Trials Update

Read the updates on clinical trials performed by Medicon Valley companies from week 42 and week 45.  

SEK 323 Million for Medical Research

The Swedish Research Council grants SEK 323 million to medical research projects and employment opportunities in 2008. Read more

Denmark and Sweden Ranked 3rd and 4th in the Global Competitiveness Index 2007

Denmark and Sweden hold impressive top positions in the annual Global Competitiveness Index by World Economic Forum. In the 2007 index, Sweden has climbed to fourth position after USA, Switzerland and Denmark. Read more

Genmab's HuMax-CD4 Displays Unique Mechanism of Action

Genmab A/S has announced the discovery of unique mechanisms of action of HuMax-CD4, currently in development for treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma and non-cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. Read more

TopoTarget and Lundbeck Sign Agreement for Siramesine

TopoTarget and Lundbeck have announced an agreement for the development of Siramesine for the treatment of cancer. The compound has shown strong results in pre-clinical studies. Read more

MEDIA NEWS

Berlingske Tidende about the Ambassador Programme:
Medicon Valley to Become Life Science Hub

The Danish national daily newspaper Berlingske Tidende recently brought a lengthy article about the Medicon Valley Ambassador Programme, the Japanese life science ambassador Dr. Asada and the ambassador's meeting with among others Lundbeck. Read more  

Medicon Valley Magazine: MVA Turns 10, Special Edition

On the occasion of the MVA 10-year anniversary on 30 October 2007, Medicon Valley Magazine was published as an anniversary edition. Downloaf the magasine or read more

Scandinavian Life Science Journal no. 3, 2007

The latest issue of Life Science Journal has been published. Read the online journal here.

OTHER NEWS

Subscribe to the MVA Calendar Service

The newsletter sections ‘Activities in Medicon Valley' and ‘International activities' are no longer included in the MVA Newsletter. Instead, they are listed in the MVA Calendar Service, which every second week provides you with an overview of life science events and activities in Medicon Valley. To stay updated, please subscribe to the MVA Calendar Service.