Newsletter | March 17, 2026

03.17.26 -- Hibernating Squirrels May Hold Clues To Treating Heart Failure

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FEATURED EDITORIAL

Hibernating Squirrels May Hold Clues To Treating Heart Failure

Examining natural mechanisms of cardiac repair in hibernating squirrels has provided insight into biological pathways that could help develop a therapeutic for HFpEF.

Charting The Future Of Antimicrobial Resistance

We caught up with Ajit Parhi, Ph.D., CSO of TAXIS Pharmaceuticals, to discuss policy, precision science, and AI in battling antimicrobial resistance.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Meeting The Challenge Of Rising API Complexity

Review award-winning AI and vast data that propel a leading predictive retrosynthesis technology and how Lonza tailored its performance to suit the needs of process chemists in Preclinical Route Design.

A Pragmatic Approach To Developing A Rare Disease Drug

We are beginning to see a rise in the interest of developing “orphan drugs.” Examine challenges and considerations associated with the expedited development and how to successfully work through them.

Residual iPSC And Genomic Stability Testing With High Multiplex Digital PCR

Sensitive digital PCR methods enable confident detection of low‑abundance iPSC markers. Learn more about how these capabilities support more reliable monitoring and quality assessment.

Bridging The Gap Between Traditional Models And Human Biology

Whether you are new to Organ-on-a-Chip technology or seeking to expand your expertise, watch to gain the knowledge and insights needed to effectively implement this technology into your research.

Solid Form Screening, Rapid Formulation Selection To Meet Tight Timelines

A comprehensive approach to evaluating drug molecules for the selection of a lead solid form and formulation can significantly accelerate development timelines and limit risks in later development.

SOLUTIONS

How Can We Make Drug Discovery Faster And Smarter?

Automated, Single-Use Systems At Multiple Scales