Menu
Scroll for more

.

22 Apr 24
Blog

Step up and create more inclusive workplaces within the biotech sector

03 May 24
Press releases

BIA teams up with top UK engineering biology stakeholders to champion the UK at SynBioBeta

09 May 24
Blog

A critical time for AI, dementia and better brain health

09 Apr 24
Press releases

Post-Brexit border paperwork and inspections postponed for life sciences sector

The BioIndustry Association (BIA) is the voice of the innovative life sciences and biotech industry, enabling and connecting the UK ecosystem so that businesses can start, grow and deliver world-changing innovation.

Explore opportunities to influence, connect and save with the BIA.

Influence policymakers

 Influence

policymakers, ensuring your voice is heard on matters that are critical to the success of your organisation

Connect at BIA events

Connect

with the UK ecosystem through industry-leading events, expert committees and overseas missions

Save

Save

money with the BIA Business Solutions purchasing programme, helping your business grow cost-effectively

Learn more about BIA Membership

Biotech and life sciences news and insights

View all news

Press Releases
08 May 24
Press releases

State of the Discovery Nation report reveals the extent of sector's perfect storm

New report 'State of the Discovery Nation: Fostering a Dynamic, Sustainable Medicines Discovery Sector’ says the sector must work together to de-risk funding in medicines discovery and attract more investors.

03 May 24
Press releases

BIA teams up with top UK engineering biology stakeholders to champion the UK at SynBioBeta 2024

BIA is gearing up for a prominent presence at SynBioBeta 2024, the world's leading conference for engineering biology. The BIA is leading a coalition of UK stakeholders to showcase the dynamism and innovation of the UK's engineering biology companies from 6-9 May in San Jose, California.

09 Apr 24
Press releases

Post-Brexit border paperwork and inspections postponed for life sciences sector

Importers of laboratory reagents and materials used in the manufacture of medicines in the UK’s life sciences sector have been given a six-month extension to make the necessary changes to their supply chains for new post-Brexit border paperwork and border inspections.

06 Mar 24
Press releases

BIA responds to Spring Budget 2024: highlights for UK life sciences

Three highlights for UK life sciences: first, the new expert advisory panel for the HMRC is a smart way to maximise the efficiency of R&D tax relief support for life science innovators; secondly, Alan Marchington’s ICG winning the LIFTs scheme shows real movement to unlock pension funds for life sciences; thirdly, AstraZeneca’s investment in next-generation manufacturing in Speke and Cambridge shows the strength of our ecosystem.

See More

 

Member News
20 May 24
Member news

Ultra-concentrated, ultra-rapid acting insulin demonstrates superiority in Phase I clinical trial in Type 2 diabetics

AT278 demonstrates significantly accelerated PK/PD profile compared to NovoRapid® and Humulin® R U-500 in people with Type 2 Diabetes and high BMI

17 May 24
Member news

DLRC achieves King’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade

DLRC Ltd has been honoured with the King’s Award for Enterprise, recognising its outstanding performance in international trade. This places DLRC among a select group of only 252 organisations in the UK to receive this prestigious award.

17 May 24
Member news

Brainomix achieves breakthrough with FDA clearance of e-Lung AI software

Established market leader in stroke AI imaging receives its first FDA clearance in the lung imaging space; with this expanded foundation of AI-driven healthcare solutions, the Oxford-based company remains committed to driving innovation and delivering impactful advancements in imaging biomarkers.

16 May 24
Member news

Brainomix announces new studies further validating the impact of Brainomix 360 Stroke platform

With these latest studies, the firmly established European market leader in stroke AI imaging adds to its growing body of evidence; the latest research reflects the company’s extensive academic collaborations and its growing Life Science partnerships.

See More

 

Blogs and spotlights
20 May 24
Blog

CEO Update - 20 May 2024

The UK continues to lead the global discussion on tackling the antibiotic emergency. Last week saw leading global figures convene at the Royal Society to pledge money and agree actions on the AMR agenda.

20 May 24
Blog

Spotlight on hearing therapeutics landscape: a clinical perspective

Professor Gerard O’Donoghue shares his perspective as Consultant Neurotologist at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust on why he believes that the development of new treatments and their subsequent clinical adoption are vital for people living with hearing loss.

17 May 24
Blog

Deep Biotech companies using engineering biology for good: Epoch Biodesign case study

Featured in BIA's Deep Biotech report, Epoch Biodesign aims to revolutionize plastic waste management by creating tailor-made enzymes that efficiently depolymerize a wide range of plastics into recyclable materials, offering a circular solution to tackle plastic pollution and promote sustainability.

16 May 24
Blog

Women in Biotech Mentoring Programme: Helen and Kathryn's experience

In this interview, consultant and best-selling author Kathryn Simpson, together with patent attorney Helen Bartlett, dive into their reasons for joining the BIA's Women in Biotech mentoring programme, and how this experience has impacted their professional and personal lives.

See More

 

Latest resources

Here's a selection of featured BIA resources. Explore our Resources Hub  

15 May 24
Guidance document

Scrappy Marketing for Life Science Start-ups

09 May 24
Policy Briefing

BIA webinar recording: AMR New Horizons – solutions to the threat of antimicrobial resistance

Join Sue Charles and the Panel for exclusive AMR updates, hosted by BIA

26 Apr 24
Guidance document

BIA webinar recording: Navigating the US biosecurity landscape and impact on UK life sciences

22 Apr 24
News Report

Influencing and shaping our sector BIA update: January - April 2024

 

Join us at the next BIA event!

View BIA events I Sector events I Sector Opportunities

Clinical trials webinar - website listing.png
12 Jun
Webinar

BIA and RNID Webinar: Preparing for clinical trials in a novel therapeutic area

Online
LSLS 2024 website listing card.png
17 Jun
Event

Life Science Leadership Summit 2024

Fanhams Hall
Event listing image.png 1
27 Jun
Networking

Women in Biotech - Bristol

Life Sciences Building

 

Our supporters

astra_zeneca_0.jpg
UK_Avantor_Logo_LUPC.jpg
Cooley logo web.png
cytiva_logo_hz_color_pos_rgb.png
hsbc innovation banking.png
JJ_Logo_Stacked_Red_RGB web new.png
LifeArc - logo web.png