innovation

Lotte Knudsen, who pushed Novo Nordisk into the Ozempic era, wins the STAT Innovation Award

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Lotte Knudsen, who pushed Novo Nordisk into the Ozempic era, wins the STAT Innovation Award

Back in the 1990s, scientist Lotte Bjerre Knudsen was tasked with reviving a struggling program at Novo Nordisk that attempted to exploit the newly discovered hormone GLP-1 into possible diabetes drugs. exam. By that time, many of Knudsen’s bosses had lost hope in the program. After all, Novo’s focus is on insulin and the naturally … Read more

Europe’s resilience depends on its ability to innovate

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Europe's resilience depends on its ability to innovate

In the face of continuing global geopolitical instability, Europe is increasingly paying attention to its sovereignty, security and resilience. The availability of vital medicines and vaccines is central to Europe’s health preparedness. As governments across Europe rebuild and learn from the pandemic, policies that can build health resilience and strengthen health systems are coming into … Read more