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Abacus Diagnostica introduces second generation usability and sensitivity to PCR testing
The Finnish diagnostics company Abacus Diagnostica, part of Uniogen, is launching its second generation COVID-19 test. The new GenomEra offers excellent sensitivity and high specificity. The Turku-based diagnostics company Abacus Diagnostica launches its new GenomEra® SARS-CoV-2 2.0 Assay Kit in the European market. The assay kit has recently received European CE marking for In Vitro……
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TechTurku Week Builds Networks Both Locally and Globally
TechTurku Week, which focuses on new technologies, will once again feature many familiar elements, albeit some of them adapted for the new era. Entirely new components are, among others, the TechTurku Walk tours and an evening session for students organised by Boost Turku. TechTurku Week is an annual week of events in early March that……
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Toothpaste-Mouthwash Patent Against COVID-19 Approved Patent in the USA
The Finnish company Therapeutica Borealis received an approval in the United States for its patent concerning a combination of toothpaste and mouthwash for the prevention of Covid-19. The patent is based on strengthening the body’s own chemical defence mechanism and it does not include any actual drug molecules. The patent enables the creation of the……
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Deltamarin signs on engineering contract for world’s largest and most environmentally friendly car carriers
Turku-based Deltamarin has recently the completed conceptual design of the ships for Höegh Autoliners. The engineering contract signed with the builder, CMI Jiangsu shipyard, is a direct continuation of the work and includes complete basic and detail design of the vessels. The Aurora class ships will be the world’s largest and most environmentally friendly car……
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SHIFT is getting ready to reconnect business decisionmakers in August
After two years of remote meetings, company leaders are in the need of physical encounters – SHIFT helps to reconnect again in August. SHIFT offers new insights, networks and tools for creating future business. The festival will take place 24–25 August. Shift Business Festival gathers together growth-oriented companies from across the board to have a……
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Ponsse and Epec to Establish a Product Development Unit in Turku
Ponsse and Epec, technology companies belonging to the same group, will jointly establish a product development unit in Turku, Finland. The product development unit will focus on software and automation design, assistive and autonomous systems, and electric drive systems for mobile machinery. The aim is to ensure the future availability of top software and automation……
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Diagnostics pioneers Abacus Diagnostica, Kaivogen and Labrox are now together Uniogen
Three Turku-based life science experts – Abacus Diagnostica, a frontrunner in molecular testing and rapid PCR test systems, Kaivogen, a specialist in immunoassays and antibody tests, and Labrox, an innovator of high technology laboratory instruments and diagnostic readers – announced in September 2021 that they are joining forces to form a global diagnostics pioneer. The……
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End-of-life textile refinement plant receives funding from Business Finland
Business Finland has granted Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto (LSJH) circular economy investment aid for building a full-scale end-of-life textile refinement plant in Topinpuisto in Turku. When the plant is ready, Finland will be the first country in the world where post-consumer textiles are obtained nationwide for reuse and recycling. Lounais-Suomen Jätehuolto (LSJH) has received Business Finland’s circular……
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Strong entrepreneurial atmosphere in Southwest Finland
The entrepreneurial atmosphere has traditionally been positive in Southwest Finland and the Turku region. The recent Regional Prognosis 2022 compiled by Varsinais-Suomen Yrittäjät association and Osuuspankki bank looked into the experience of entrepreneurs regarding the matter. The entrepreneurial atmosphere in Southwest Finland is rated slightly higher compared to the previous year. In a comparison by……
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Regional Prognosis: Enterprises expect growth in 2022
The economic expectations of enterprises in Southwest Finland have improved considerably compared to a year before. The outlook for turnover, profitability, personnel number and investments have taken a significant turn for the better as indicated by the Regional Prognosis 2022 compiled by Varsinais-Suomen Yrittäjät association and Osuuspankki bank. The economic expectations of enterprises in Southwest……