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Inspire the next generation of scientists with the BioInnovators Challenge 2026-27 Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Inspire the next generation of scientists with the BioInnovators Challenge 2026-27

Want to inspire teenagers to become the next generation of biomedical scientists? Future Biotechnologists is seeking sponsorship to help launch the BioInnovators Challenge - a UK-wide initiative engaging students aged 14–17 in real-world biotechnology and pharmaceutical problem-solving through hands-on investigation and creativity. Designed for the TikTok and Instagram generation, the Challenge will combine science with social media, encouraging students to create…
Ben Kemp
May 22, 2026
BIVDA welcome new members GeneSys Biotech and Virax Biolabs Membership NewsMembership News Archive

BIVDA welcome new members GeneSys Biotech and Virax Biolabs

BIVDA is delighted to welcome GeneSys Biotech and Virax Biolabs as new members! GeneSys Biotech is a technology-driven manufacturer, specialising in the development and production of ISO9001 and ISO13485-approved enzymes and reagents for molecular diagnostic and research applications. Their products cross the animal, plant, and human health markets, ensuring reliable, stable, and accurate diagnostics. You can find out further information…
Ben Kemp
May 21, 2026
Showcase your tech at Elevate: Countess of Chester Hospital Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Showcase your tech at Elevate: Countess of Chester Hospital

Bookings have opened for Elevate at the Countess of Chester Hospital on 20th July – a curated showcase held inside the hospital, designed to connect relevant suppliers with NHS teams across the organisation. The Elevate series has already given suppliers direct access to the people shaping service improvement, digital transformation, and operational delivery at Bristol NHS Group and the Royal…
Ben Kemp
May 21, 2026
BIVDA member Digostics win regional heat for KPMG UK Tech Innovator 2026 competition Membership NewsMembership News Archive

BIVDA member Digostics win regional heat for KPMG UK Tech Innovator 2026 competition

BIVDA are delighted to hear that diabetes testing company and BIVDA member, Digostics, have won the South Central Regional Heat for KPMG UK Tech Innovator 2026 competiton. Digostics will now represent the region in the UK final. The competition, now in its fifth year, invites scaleup businesses to pitch and aims to discover the next global titan in tech. The…
Ben Kemp
May 21, 2026
Free upcoming event: Femtech, Innovation and Diagnostics for Women’s Health Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Free upcoming event: Femtech, Innovation and Diagnostics for Women’s Health

Next month in London, the Centre for Advanced Diagnostics Development and Application (CADDA) host their Femtech, Innovation and Diagnostics for Women's Health event on Thursday 18th June, at the UCL building on Guilford Street. CADDA would love to welcome as many BIVDA members as possible, as they are keen to connect with companies working in this space, as well as…
Ben Kemp
May 13, 2026
GAIL – Helping Your Members Navigate Geopolitical Risk Membership NewsMembership News Archive

GAIL – Helping Your Members Navigate Geopolitical Risk

GAIL – an exciting new geopolitical risk management platform – will run a webinar to showcase its capabilities on Wednesday, 3rd June at 12:30. It is designed to help your business stay resilient amid geopolitical disruption. It does this by providing tailored analysis of your risk profile and exposure to global events, equipping you with the insights needed to make…
Ben Kemp
May 13, 2026
Can you provide work experience for a week in June? Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Can you provide work experience for a week in June?

BIVDA have been contacted by a 16-year old GCSE student who is keen to work in healthcare in future, specifically pathology. They are seeking a one-week of work experience from 29th June to 3rd July 2026. If a member company is interested in providing an opportunity to and inspiration for a future scientist, please contact ben.kemp@bivda.org.uk where a CV can…
Ben Kemp
May 12, 2026
Government cuts electricity bill for 10,000 manufacturers Membership NewsMembership News Archive

Government cuts electricity bill for 10,000 manufacturers

The Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed electricity bill cuts for over 10,000 manufacturers as the next phase of the Government’s plan to boost Britain’s competitiveness. The final design of the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS), first announced in last year’s Modern Industrial Strategy, means the scheme will be expanded to cover an extra 3,000 businesses. Eligibility has also been expanded…
Ben Kemp
May 12, 2026
BIVDA welcomes new member TÜV Rheinland UK Ltd Membership NewsMembership News Archive

BIVDA welcomes new member TÜV Rheinland UK Ltd

BIVDA are delighted to welcome TÜV Rheinland UK Ltd as new BIVDA members! TÜV Rheinland stands at the forefront of global efforts to ensure the quality and safety of technology and the environment for society. Drawing on a legacy of pioneering standards for over a century, TÜV Rheinland remains at the cutting edge of providing indispensable testing, certification and consultation…
Ben Kemp
May 12, 2026
BIVDA member’s rapid stroke test to be piloted in London ambulances Membership NewsMembership News Archive

BIVDA member’s rapid stroke test to be piloted in London ambulances

We would like to congratulate BIVDA member Upfront Diagnostics, who have officially launched their LVOne stroke test in the UK, which is set to be piloted across London, and have also been featured in The Times. The initial deployment will equip approximately 280 ambulances serving North Central London, before expanding to North West and North East London, covering a population…
Ben Kemp
May 12, 2026