Shattuck Labs Added to Russell 2000® and 3000® Indexes

AUSTIN, TX and DURHAM, NC, Dec. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shattuck Labs, Inc. (Shattuck) (NASDAQ: STTK), a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering the development of bi-functional fusion proteins as a new class of biologic medicine for the treatment of patients with cancer and autoimmune disease, today announced that it will be added to the Russell 2000® and 3000® Indexes effective December 21, 2020, following Russell’s quarterly additions of select initial public offerings.

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Recro Grants Inducement Award to New Chief Executive Officer

MALVERN, Pa., Dec. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recro (Nasdaq:REPH), a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), with integrated solutions for formulation, analytical services, regulatory support, manufacturing and packaging of both commercial and development stage oral solid dose drug products, today announced that it granted an inducement award to its newly-appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, David Enloe.

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Green Growth Brands Provides CCAA and Other Updates

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Green Growth Brands Inc. (CSE: GGB) (OTCQB: GGBXF) (“GGB” or the “Company”) and certain of its direct and indirect wholly owned subsidiaries (collectively, the “Applicants”) today provided an update on their insolvency proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (Canada) (“CCAA”).

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Haltain Announces Termination of LOI with ScreenPro Security Ltd.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Haltain Developments Corp. (“Haltain” or the “Company”) announces that its previously announced non-binding letter of intent with ScreenPro Security Ltd. has terminated and that the transactions contemplated thereby will not proceed. For more information on the letter of intent and the transactions contemplated thereby, please see the Company's news release dated June 25, 2020.

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Global Gene Therapy Market Report 2020-2030 Featuring Novartis, Bluebird Bio, Spark Therapeutics, Audentes Therapeutics, Voyager Therapeutics,…

DUBLIN, Dec. 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Gene Therapy Global Market Report 2020-30: COVID-19 Growth and Change" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Gene Therapy Global Market Report 2020-30: COVID-19 Growth and Change provides the strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the global gene therapy market market.

Major players in the gene therapy market are Novartis AG, Bluebird Bio, Inc., Spark Therapeutics, Inc., Audentes Therapeutics, Voyager Therapeutics, Applied Genetic Technologies Corporation, UniQure N.V., Celgene Corporation, Cellectis S.A. and Sangamo Therapeutics.

The global gene therapy market is expected to decline from $3.22 billion in 2019 to $3.18 billion in 2020 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -1.30%. The decline is mainly due to the COVID-19 outbreak that has led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of industries and other commercial activities resulting in operational challenges. The market is then expected to recover and reach $6.84 billion in 2023 at a CAGR of 29.09%.

The gene therapy market consists of sales of gene therapy related services by entities (organizations, sole traders and partnerships) that manufacture gene therapy drugs. Gene therapy is used to replace faulty genes or add new genes to cure disease or improve the body's ability to fight disease. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

North America was the largest region in the gene therapy market in 2019.

The gene therapy market covered in this report is segmented by gene type into antigen; cytokine; suicide gene; others. It is also segmented by vector into viral vector; non-viral vector; others, by application into oncological disorders; rare diseases; cardiovascular diseases; neurological disorders; infectious diseases; others, and by end users into hospitals; homecare; specialty clinics; others.

In December 2019, Roche, a Switzerland-based company, completed its acquisition of Spark Therapeutics for $4.3 billion. With this deal, Roche is expected to strengthen its presence in the gene therapy segment, support transformational therapies and increase its product portfolio. Spark Therapeutics is a US-based company involved in gene therapy.

The high prices of gene therapy medicines are expected to limit the growth of the gene therapy market. The pressure to contain costs and demonstrate value is widespread. Political uncertainty and persistent economic stress in numerous countries are calling into question the sustainability of public health care funding. In less wealthy countries, the lack of cost-effective therapies for cancer and other diseases has influenced the health conditions of the population and has led to a low average life expectancy.

Luxturna, a one-time treatment for acquired retinal eye disease, costs $850,000 in the US and 613,410 in the UK, despite a markdown that is applied through Britain's National Health Service. Zolgensma, for spinal muscular atrophy, is valued at $2.1 million in the US and Zynteglo, which focuses on a rare genetic blood disorder, costs $1.78 million, thus restraining the growth of the market.

The use of machine learning and artificial intelligence is gradually gaining popularity in the gene therapy market. Artificial intelligence (AI) is the simulation of human intelligence in machines, which are programmed to display their natural intelligence. Machine learning is a part of AI.

Machine learning and AI help companies in the gene therapy market to conduct a detailed analysis of all relevant data, provide insights between tumor and immune cell interactions, and offer a more accurate evaluation of tissue samples often conflicted between different evaluators. For instance, since January 2020, GlaxoSmithKline, a pharmaceutical company, has been investing in AI to optimize gene therapy and develop off-the-shelf solutions for patients. It is also expected to reduce turnaround time and also the cost of gene therapies.

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1. Executive Summary

2. Gene Therapy Market Characteristics

3. Gene Therapy Market Size And Growth 3.1. Global Gene Therapy Historic Market, 2015 - 2019, $ Billion 3.1.1. Drivers Of The Market 3.1.2. Restraints On The Market 3.2. Global Gene Therapy Forecast Market, 2019 - 2023F, 2025F, 2030F, $ Billion 3.2.1. Drivers Of The Market 3.2.2. Restraints On the Market

4. Gene Therapy Market Segmentation 4.1. Global Gene Therapy Market, Segmentation By Gene Type, Historic and Forecast, 2015-2019, 2023F, 2025F, 2030F, $ Billion

4.2. Global Gene Therapy Market, Segmentation By Vector, Historic and Forecast, 2015-2019, 2023F, 2025F, 2030F, $ Billion

4.3. Global Gene Therapy Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2015-2019, 2023F, 2025F, 2030F, $ Billion

4.4. Global Gene Therapy Market, Segmentation By End Users, Historic and Forecast, 2015-2019, 2023F, 2025F, 2030F, $ Billion

5. Gene Therapy Market Regional And Country Analysis 5.1. Global Gene Therapy Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2015-2019, 2023F, 2025F, 2030F, $ Billion 5.2. Global Gene Therapy Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2015-2019, 2023F, 2025F, 2030F, $ Billion

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Gene Therapy Market Worth USD 35.67 Billion at 33.6% CAGR; Rising Prevalence of Spinal Muscular Atrophy to Augment Growth: Fortune Business Insights -…

December 14, 2020 08:07 ET | Source: Fortune Business Insights

Pune, India, Dec. 14, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The report mentions that the Gene Therapy Market size was USD 3.61 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 35.67 billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 33.6% during the forecast period. The global gene therapy market is set to gain momentum from the rising incidence of different types of cancer. The field of this therapy is undergoing several technological advancements that would help in treating cancer in those patients who are at high risks of getting affected by this disease through genetic mutations. In 2019, the U.S. generated USD 2.16 billion in terms of revenue. The country is expected to dominate throughout the coming years stoked by the increasing usage of advanced gene therapies for the treatment of rare conditions.

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Increasing Innovations & Research Activities to Boost Growth

The U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) stated that it is expecting to receive more than 200 applications of this therapy by the end of 2020. This showcases that the rising number of research studies and innovations in this field would affect the gene therapy market growth positively in the near future. In North America, almost 208 companies are currently operating in this market. In addition to this, the Alliance for Regenerative Medicine declared that as of 2018, approximately 259 potential drug candidates are under Phase I clinical trials across the globe.

However, the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic is presently impacting the field of research. According to the director of the Office of Tissues and Advanced Therapy (FDA) named Wilson Brayan, nowadays the officials are prioritizing only those drugs that are associated with coronavirus.

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The U.S. to Dominate Owing to Presence of Favorable Policies

In 2019, the U.S. generated USD 2.16 billion in terms of revenue. The country is expected to dominate throughout the coming years stoked by the increasing usage of advanced gene therapies for the treatment of rare conditions.

Besides, the presence of favorable reimbursement policies and guidelines would also help in propelling the market growth here. As this type of treatment is not legal in several developing nations, industry giants are emphasizing on the U.S. for launching their products.

Europe, on the other hand, is anticipated to grow significantly backed by the adoption of unique treatment options. Asia Pacific is set to hold a comparatively lower share on account of the decreasing usage of gene therapy because of its expensive nature.

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Global Gene Therapy Market Segmentations:

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Oncology

Neurology

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Viral

Non-viral

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Hospitals

Clinics

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Worldwide Industry for Cystic Fibrosis Therapeutics to 2025 – Players Include AbbVie, Alaxia and Alcresta Therapeutics Among Others – Stockhouse

Dublin, Dec. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Cystic Fibrosis Therapeutics Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2020-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The global cystic fibrosis therapeutics market grew at a CAGR of around 15% during 2014-2019. Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a rare and progressive genetic disorder that is characterized by an abnormal movement of sodium and chloride across the gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. This disorder can cause the development of viscous secretions in the lungs, pancreas, intestines and liver. The management and treatment of CF involve physical therapy, gene therapy, physiotherapy and nutritional support. Along with this, gene therapy and medicinal drugs, such as pancreatic enzyme supplements, mucolytics, bronchodilators and cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) modulators are also used for targeting cellular interactomes and symptomatic improvement. These drugs can be administered to the patient orally or by inhalation.

The rising incidence of cystic fibrosis across the globe, along with improvements in the diagnostic technologies of the disorder, is one of the key factors driving the growth of the market. Furthermore, widespread adoption of cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance (CFTR) modulators as a treatment alternative is also providing a boost to the market growth. CFTRs are configured to regulate the flow of water and chloride through cell linings of the lungs and other organs and correct the malfunctioning protein in the body.

Additionally, various technological advancements, such as the development of personalized drug therapy, molecular prosthetics and innovative drugs with improved efficacy, are acting as another growth-inducing factor. Other factors, including rising healthcare expenditures, increasing health consciousness, and awareness regarding the available treatment options for cystic fibrosis, are projected to drive the market further. Looking forward, the publisher expects the market to continue to exhibit strong growth during 2020-2025.

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Breakup by Drug Molecule Type:

Breakup by Route of Administration:

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The report has also analysed the competitive landscape of the market with some of the key players being AbbVie Inc., Alaxia, Alcresta Therapeutics Inc., Allergan, AstraZeneca, F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd., Gilead Sciences Inc., Merck & Co. Inc., Novartis AG, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc., etc.

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Key Topics Covered:

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology 2.1 Objectives of the Study 2.2 Stakeholders 2.3 Data Sources 2.3.1 Primary Sources 2.3.2 Secondary Sources 2.4 Market Estimation 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction 4.1 Overview 4.2 Key Industry Trends

5 Global Cystic Fibrosis Therapeutics Market 5.1 Market Overview 5.2 Market Performance 5.3 Market Forecast

6 Market Breakup by Drug Class 6.1 Pancreatic Enzyme Supplements 6.1.1 Market Trends 6.1.2 Market Forecast 6.2 Mucolytics 6.2.1 Market Trends 6.2.2 Market Forecast 6.3 Bronchodilators 6.3.1 Market Trends 6.3.2 Market Forecast 6.4 CFTR Modulators 6.4.1 Market Trends 6.4.2 Market Forecast 6.5 Antibiotics 6.5.1 Market Trends 6.5.2 Market Forecast 6.6 Others 6.6.1 Market Trends 6.6.2 Market Forecast

7 Market Breakup by Drug Molecule Type 7.1 Small Molecule Drugs 7.1.1 Market Trends 7.1.2 Market Forecast 7.2 Biologics 7.2.1 Market Trends 7.2.2 Market Forecast

8 Market Breakup by Route of Administration 8.1 Oral Drugs 8.1.1 Market Trends 8.1.2 Market Forecast 8.2 Inhaled Drugs 8.2.1 Market Trends 8.2.2 Market Forecast

9 Market Breakup by End-User 9.1 Hospitals 9.1.1 Market Trends 9.1.2 Market Forecast 9.2 Clinics 9.2.1 Market Trends 9.2.2 Market Forecast 9.3 Others 9.3.1 Market Trends 9.3.2 Market Forecast

10 Market Breakup by Region 10.1 North America 10.1.1 United States 10.1.1.1 Market Trends 10.1.1.2 Market Forecast 10.1.2 Canada 10.1.2.1 Market Trends 10.1.2.2 Market Forecast 10.2 Asia Pacific 10.2.1 China 10.2.1.1 Market Trends 10.2.1.2 Market Forecast 10.2.2 Japan 10.2.2.1 Market Trends 10.2.2.2 Market Forecast 10.2.3 India 10.2.3.1 Market Trends 10.2.3.2 Market Forecast 10.2.4 South Korea 10.2.4.1 Market Trends 10.2.4.2 Market Forecast 10.2.5 Australia 10.2.5.1 Market Trends 10.2.5.2 Market Forecast 10.2.6 Indonesia 10.2.6.1 Market Trends 10.2.6.2 Market Forecast 10.2.7 Others 10.2.7.1 Market Trends 10.2.7.2 Market Forecast 10.3 Europe 10.3.1 Germany 10.3.1.1 Market Trends 10.3.1.2 Market Forecast 10.3.2 France 10.3.2.1 Market Trends 10.3.2.2 Market Forecast 10.3.3 United Kingdom 10.3.3.1 Market Trends 10.3.3.2 Market Forecast 10.3.4 Italy 10.3.4.1 Market Trends 10.3.4.2 Market Forecast 10.3.5 Spain 10.3.5.1 Market Trends 10.3.5.2 Market Forecast 10.3.6 Russia 10.3.6.1 Market Trends 10.3.6.2 Market Forecast 10.3.7 Others 10.3.7.1 Market Trends 10.3.7.2 Market Forecast 10.4 Latin America 10.4.1 Brazil 10.4.1.1 Market Trends 10.4.1.2 Market Forecast 10.4.2 Mexico 10.4.2.1 Market Trends 10.4.2.2 Market Forecast 10.4.3 Others 10.4.3.1 Market Trends 10.4.3.2 Market Forecast 10.5 Middle East and Africa 10.5.1 Market Trends 10.5.2 Market Breakup by Country 10.5.3 Market Forecast

11 SWOT Analysis 11.1 Overview 11.2 Strengths 11.3 Weaknesses 11.4 Opportunities 11.5 Threats

12 Value Chain Analysis

13 Porters Five Forces Analysis 13.1 Overview 13.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers 13.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers 13.4 Degree of Competition 13.5 Threat of New Entrants 13.6 Threat of Substitutes

14 Price Indicators

15 Competitive Landscape 15.1 Market Structure 15.2 Key Players 15.3 Profiles of Key Players 15.3.1 Abbvie Inc. 15.3.1.1 Company Overview 15.3.1.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.1.3 Financials 15.3.1.4 SWOT Analysis 15.3.2 Alaxia 15.3.2.1 Company Overview 15.3.2.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.3 Alcresta Therapeutics Inc. 15.3.3.1 Company Overview 15.3.3.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.4 Allergan 15.3.4.1 Company Overview 15.3.4.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.4.3 Financials 15.3.4.4 SWOT Analysis 15.3.5 AstraZeneca 15.3.5.1 Company Overview 15.3.5.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.5.3 Financials 15.3.5.4 SWOT Analysis 15.3.6 F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd 15.3.6.1 Company Overview 15.3.6.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.7 Gilead Sciences Inc. 15.3.7.1 Company Overview 15.3.7.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.7.3 Financials 15.3.7.4 SWOT Analysis 15.3.8 Merck & Co., Inc. 15.3.8.1 Company Overview 15.3.8.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.8.3 Financials 15.3.8.4 SWOT Analysis 15.3.9 Novartis AG 15.3.9.1 Company Overview 15.3.9.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.9.3 Financials 15.3.9.4 SWOT Analysis 15.3.10 Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. 15.3.10.1 Company Overview 15.3.10.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.10.3 Financials 15.3.10.4 SWOT Analysis 15.3.11 Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc. 15.3.11.1 Company Overview 15.3.11.2 Product Portfolio 15.3.11.3 Financials 15.3.11.4 SWOT Analysis

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Elidah Becomes the Only US Company to Win a Top Ten Prize in a Global Start-up Competition, Advancing Recognition for Women’s Health – PRNewswire

MONROE, Conn., Dec. 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Elidah, maker of ELITONE, a home-use treatment for incontinence, announced it was selected out of 7500 entries from 159 countries to win a Top Ten award from the global SLINGSHOT 2020 start-up competition. Elidah was the only company from the United States awarded this distinction, and one of two start-ups in the life science category.Normally held in Singapore,this year the event was virtual and offered a record $750,000 in cash prizes by StartUpSG. One hundred companies pitched at the live event, and from those ten finalists were selected. The award winners included start-ups from all over the world including Israel, United Kingdom, Singapore, and India, among others.

"We sometimes have the mindset that successful start-ups must come from Silicon Valley," said Gloria Kolb, co-founder and CEO of Elidah, "but innovation is flourishing in the rest of the world as entrepreneurial support systems expand. I was impressed by the other finalists, advancing technologies such as biometric security, artificial intelligence, and gene editing." Although the top prize went to another start-up, Ms. Kolb, as the only female entrepreneur in the finals, was happy to see a company focused on women's health receive recognition. "Women's health should not be a taboo subject, and I hope that investors realize it presents a large market, ripe for innovation."

ELITONE is the first home-health device that performs the hard-to-do pelvic floor exercises for women. It operates externally, without the invasiveness of vaginal probes. Exercises are needed to tone the pelvic floor muscles, but they can be hard to do correctly. The wearable nature of ELITONE allows women to do other activities while getting treatment at home, saving time, cost, and risk of infection. In a time when the clinics and pelvic floor physical therapy offices have shut down, at-home over-the-counter devices like ELITONE provide much-needed access to effective FDA-cleared treatments.

About Elidah

Elidah is a women-owned FemTech company established to develop technologies that integrate recent advances in wearable devices, biomaterials, and mobile interfaces to deliver innovative therapeutic solutions.Elidah is led by entrepreneur Gloria Kolb, Founder and CEO, an MIT and Stanford trained engineer whose previous accolades include Boston's 40 under 40 and MIT Technology Review's World Top Innovators Under 35 (TR35). To learn more visit elitone.com.

Contact: Gloria Kolb [emailprotected] 810 Main St., Ste C, Monroe, CT 06468 978-435-4324

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Explained: Process of transporting stem cell from donor to patient for a successful transplant – Firstpost

Patrick PaulDec 17, 2020 15:08:12 IST

A successful stem cell transplant from a matching blood stem cell donor can be lifesaving for patients who suffer from diseases like blood cancer, Thalassemia or Aplastic Anemia. Finding a matching stem cell donor is only half the battle and it is also equally important for the stem cells of the donor to actually reach the patient on time as delays in transplant can be life-threatening for a patient. Blood stem cells are collected from a donor in the same way a blood platelet donation is done.

But what happens to the stem cells after it has been collected from a donor?

Deepika is a donor from DKMS BMST registry who has successfully donated her blood stem cells for a patient suffering from blood cancer. Image credit: DKMS BMST Foundation India

Once a potential donor comes up as a match for a patient, the blood stem cells are collected via peripheral blood stem cell collection method, post which the medical team waits for the stem cell count from the laboratory. The amount of stem cell count which is to be collected from a donor is related to the number of stem cells required by the recipient. The stem cells cannot be released for transport unless the stem cell count has been sent from the lab and clearance has been given from the Collection centre physician.

The stem cells are stored at 2-8 degrees Celsius after the collection. As per the World Marrow Donor Association (WMDA) guidelines, the product must be transported between +1-10 degree Celsius and the viability of the stem cells between said temperatures is 72 hours.

The stem cells are transported in a special package called a Credo Box that is prepped in advance to 4 degrees Celsius. The credo box maintains a temperature of 2-8 degrees Celsius for 100 hours. There are two temperature loggers on this box that records the temperature of the inside of the box every 15 minutes.

The transportation of stem cells is a carefully guided process that takes precision and training by the courier personnel. An interesting fact is that only a human courier can carry the product. The reason for this is that the viability of stem cells is 72 hours, which means that once the patient has been conditioned or their body has been prepped for a transplant, their immunity is very low. They should receive a transplant within that time frame or the consequences can be life-threatening. Therefore, it is extremely critical for the stem cells to be securely transported and delivered to the Transplant Centre within this timeframe.

Blood stem cells are collected from a donor in the same way a blood platelet donation is done. Image credit: Wikipedia

Some guidelines followed while transporting blood stem cells are:

The process differs for domestic and international transplants. If the stem cells is for the international Transplant centre, the Transplant centre decides for the transport of the product. If the product is for a national Transplant centre, the local stem cell registry is responsible for the transport of the product from the Collection Centre to the Transplant Center.

After the product reaches the Transplant centre, it is brought back up to room temperature and infused into the patient. If the donor has consented to cryopreservation, then the product is cryopreserved and infused at the later date. With cryopreservation on -80 degree Celsius on carbon dioxide or -196 degree Celsius on liquid nitrogen blood stem cells can be stored for a long time.

The stem cells are transported in a special package called a Credo Box that is prepped in advance to 4 degrees Celsius and maintains a temperature of 2-8 degrees Celsius for 100 hours. Image credit: Wikipedia

The COVID-19 pandemic created a lot of challenges concerning blood stem cell donations due to the closing of borders, travel restrictions, quarantine guidelines, etc. Stem cell registries like DKMS-BMST came up with a unique solution of transporting the products without courier personnel but via the pilot in the cockpit. The product was handed over to the pilot via a courier at the airport, and the pilot would take the product into the cockpit. This also meant that most of the planes could be utilized, even cargo planes without constraints of flight schedules.

With rising blood cancer cases in India, a successful blood stem cell donation from a matching donor can help blood cancer patients receive a second chance at life. The first step to ensuring this is that people are aware of the process of blood stem cell donation and register as a potential blood stem cell donor!

The author is the CEO of the NGO DKMS BMST Foundation, India

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