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Primo Partners with SHINE to Advance Precision Cancer Care in Asia-Pacific

Partnership Delivers Advanced Radioligand Treatments Across Asia-Pacific, Expanding Access to Cutting-Edge Cancer Therapies TAIPEI, Taiwan, Jan. 8 (Korea Bizwire) — Primo Biotechnology (“Primo”) today announced a strategic partnership with SHINE Technologies, LLC, (“SHINE”) a global leader in nuclear medicine production. The partnership includes a supply and exclusive distribution agreement to introduce Ilumira (n.c.a. lutetium-177, Lu-177), [...]

South Korea’s Shipbuilding Market Share Hits 8-Year Low Amidst Chinese Dominance

SEOUL, Jan. 9 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea’s share of the global shipbuilding market fell to its lowest level in eight years in 2024, despite an increase in total orders, according to a report by UK-based Clarkson Research on January 8. Market Dynamics South Korea secured 10.98 million CGT (compensated gross tons) in orders, representing [...]

Climate Change to Expand Subtropical Crop Cultivation in South Korea by 2090

JEONJU, Jan. 9 (Korea Bizwire) — By 2090, climate change could enable the cultivation of subtropical crops such as tea trees for green tea and olive trees in regions as far north as Gangwon Province, according to projections released by the Rural Development Administration (RDA) on Wednesday. Expanding Cultivation Areas Currently, tea trees are grown [...]

One-Third of Small Business Owners in Korea Increased Borrowing in 2024, Survey Shows

SEOUL, Jan. 9 (Korea Bizwire) — A new survey reveals that one in three small business owners in Korea increased their borrowing in 2024, highlighting the ongoing financial challenges faced by the sector. According to a study released on January 8 by the Korea Federation of SMEs (KBIZ), 34.9% of small business owners who hold loans [...]

Brain Region Linked to Parkinson’s Also Connected to Nicotine Withdrawal, Study Finds

SEOUL, Jan. 9 (Korea Bizwire) — Scientists have discovered that the brain region associated with movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease is also linked to physical nicotine withdrawal symptoms, potentially opening new avenues for smoking cessation treatment. The Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) announced on January 8 that researchers led by Dr. Im Heh-in have [...]

Zymeworks Outlines Strategic Priorities and Outlook for 2025 and 2026

Investigational new drug (IND) applications for initiating first-in-human studies for ZW220 and ZW251 in solid tumors anticipated in 2025 IND applications for initiating first-in-human studies for ZW209 and ZW1528 anticipated in 2026 Phase 3 HERIZON-GEA-01 top-line results for Ziihera® (zanidatamab-hrii) in first-line HER2-positive gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma (GEA) are expected 2Q-2025, with potential supplemental biologics license application (sBLA) [...]

King Faisal Prize Laureates in Medicine & Science Receive $400,000 For Their Breakthrough Discoveries in Cellular Engineering and Nanotechnology

Professor Michel Sadelain and Professor Sumio Iijima, among other eminent figures, were selected to win the 47th session of the Prize Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, Jan. 8 (Korea Bizwire) — January 8, 2025 On Wednesday, January 8th, Professor Michel Sadelain, of Canadian origins, was announced the 2025 laureate for King Faisal Prize in Medicine for his groundbreaking contributions to Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) [...]

Wisson Robotics’ Versatile Applications of General-Purpose Soft Robotics Shine at CES 2025

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8 (Korea Bizwire) — Wisson Robotics’ booth at CES 2025 became a focal point with live demos of cutting-edge soft robotics and applications built on Pliabot® technology. Featuring Pliabot® muscles, joints, and arms, these demos and robots showcased core technical capabilities and unique advantages, drawing significant attention from attendees. These innovations leverage [...]

Forest Therapy Proven to Improve Mental Health of Expectant Mothers

DAEJEON, Jan. 8 (Korea Bizwire) — A recent study has revealed that forest therapy significantly benefits the mental health of pregnant women and enhances their attachment to their unborn children. The Korea Forest Welfare Institute (KFWI), under the Korea Forest Service, announced on January 17 the results of its Healthy Birth, Happy Family initiative, launched [...]

S. Korea to Invest 86.2 Bln Won in Developing New Technologies to Address Climate Change

SEOUL, Jan. 8 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea will invest 86.2 billion won (US$59.3 million) this year for the development of technologies that will help tackle climate change, the science ministry said Wednesday. With the investment, the country will work to develop technologies that will help respond to global warming, along with those related to [...]