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The team at Global Health & Pharma are pleased to announce the return of the International Life Sciences Awards! This marks the ninth consecutive year we have hosted this programme, and we are looking forward to making 2024 the best edition yet! International Life Sciences Awards 2024 The Life Sciences sector is comprised of companies and professionals who are dedicated to improving life for all living organisms – be that human, animal, or plant. Both expansive and impactful, Life Science is at the centre of almost every scientific field, involved in everything from biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices to cosmeceuticals and food processing. As Life Science plays a crucial role in the development of therapeutics and is often at the forefront of the latest biological breakthroughs, the sector is vital to society and by extension the global economy. The global Life Science market is expected to grow at an impressive CAGR of 8.63% up to 2032. While North America continues to dominate the market with over half of the overall revenue share, Asia Pacific is a region that is poised to expand rapidly over the next decade and become the next major world player. With the help of the latest technological advancements – including AI, big data, cloud computing, AR/VR, and IoT – future growth prospects for the Life Sciences industry are remarkable. Sofi Parry, Senior Editor Website: www.ghp-news.com AI Global Media, Ltd. (AI) takes reasonable measures to ensure the quality of the information on this web site. However, AI will not assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, correctness or completeness of any information that is available through this web site. If errors are brought to our attention, we will try to correct them. The information available through the website and our partner publications is for your general information and use and is not intended to address any particular finance or investment requirements. In particular, the information does not constitute any form of advice or recommendation by us or any of our partner publications and is not intended to be relied upon by users in making or refraining from making any investment or financial decisions. Appropriate independent advice should be obtained before making any such decision. Any arrangement made between you and any third party named in the site is at your sole risk and responsibility.
Contents 4. YES Reedbeds Ltd: Best Eco-Friendly, Reedbed Design & Water Filtration Services Provider 2024 - UK 6. Marinova Pty Ltd: Best Marine Biotechnology Company 2024 – APAC 7. Genepro Protein Inc: Best Protein RTD Brand 2024 8. NewEast Biosciences LLC: Most Innovative GTPase & Oncogene Antibody R&D Firm 2024 9. VITA MIMS SL: Best Sugar-Free Gummy Vitamin Brand 2024 – Spain 10. Angstrom Technology: Best Cleanroom Solutions Company 2024 11. MP4P – Mental Practice for Performance: Adolescent Behavior Analyst of the Year 2024 (USA): Scott Rohlwing 12. 8 Unexpected Health Conditions Botox Can Treat, According to a Harley Street Doctor 13. How to Help Employers Support Employees Through Stress and Anxiety 14. How Video Technology in Healthcare Benefits Patients and Staff
4 Try as we might, water is a force that has forever eluded control. Though wonderful and natural, its undeterred flow can often times cause a wide array of issues for homeowners, contractors, and larger build environments alike. However, one solution has proven particularly effective – reedbeds. Able to create an eco-friendly waste water filtration system, reedbeds hold the potential to rework effluent while remaining compliant with building regulations. Specialising in delivering these very systems to clients across the UK is none other than YES Reedbeds. Though small in size, this ambitious entity stands as an uncontested expert in its field, and we explore how its services have earned it such a prestigious position below. Distinguishing itself as a small company that’s proud to offer clients tangible reedbed solutions, YES Reedbeds is a collective that leverages over two decades of experience in waste water treatment to help those in need. Whether it’s working alongside families or large commercial clients, the business presents a unique insight into the application of reedbed systems. In YES Reedbeds’ own words, there truly is no solution quite like it – through their distinct filtration capabilities, reedbeds are the most effective form of sustainable drainage, with their modulated, vertical flow properties completely eliminating smell, waste, and inconvenience. Known for their cost effectiveness and low maintenance, reedbeds have long since assisted the UK with its all-too-prominent water wastage problems. As a country known for its rainfall, the UK rarely leaves room for error when it comes to filtering effluent, but reedbeds have proven that they’re capable of far more efficient water waste management. In essence, dirty water enters the reedbed and is then filtered through a multitude of layers – namely soil and media – enabling cleaner water to emerge from the other side. Though it may seem simple, it’s this very simplicity that has popularised the implementation of reedbeds in recent years. Understanding the benefits of reedbeds, however, isn’t the tricky part – though compelling, it’s a system that isn’t easy to implement without guidance. It’s at this point that YES Reedbeds is glad to step in. Bringing experience that begins with the detailed study of MSc environmental management and ends with on-hand experience in West Africa, YES Reedbeds confidently informs and assures clients throughout their pursuit of a more effective water wastage solution. With many clients expressing the desire to build their own reedbeds, YES Reedbeds has gone the extra mile to help them write letters to the EA or local authorities respectively to ensure they receive the necessary permits to do so. No matter the request, the collective is happy to accommodate, and it’s this very nature that, despite its small stature, has enabled the continuous success of YES Reedbeds. And yet, YES Reedbeds attributes its reputation to the simplicity of nature at work. Though it indeed plays a vital role in elevating clients’ effluent filtration systems, it recognises that reedbeds are a simple solution that requires an intrinsic understanding of its natural elements. Reedbeds have existed as a means to balance eco-systems and cultivate an abundance of biodiversity for an untold amount of time, and they have been seamlessly fulfilling their role across the UK without any external input. As such, harnessing its capabilities isn’t particularly complicated, but still requires an expert in the field to ensure that it’s done correctly. It’s in this very vein that YES Reedbeds excels. Presenting clients with a cost-effective model that truly outlines and appreciates the capabilities of this natural, eco-friendly water wastage system, the collective invites families, small businesses, and large corporations to explore the breadth of potential awaiting them. Through leveraging the unbridled capabilities of reedbeds, we can champion development in balance with nature, and YES Reedbeds is determined to ensure the implementation of dynamic natural systems that permit the natural flow of water while maintaining an essential level of management. Over the past 100 years, reed systems, wetlands, and marshes alike have reduced by a staggering 90%, ultimately resulting in the continuous flooding issues that the UK is forced to face year after year. It’s a terrible loss – one that may never be completely reversed, but can be turned around through the input of collectives such as YES Reedbeds. Offering access to reedbed design and implementation services at a competitive rate, YES Reedbeds is on a mission to restore eco systems across the county. In doing so, it hopes to encourage a shift in the ways we perceive effluent filtration. By viewing the process through a natural lens, we can begin making a change that may very well make up for the steady decline we’ve seen over the past 100 years. Since entering onto the scene, YES Reedbeds has been an aspiring small business whose tenure has by no means been straightforward. From the detrimental impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, to having to compete with larger collectives, YES Reedbeds has overcome each challenge through the connections and services it has so tirelessly fought to build. More affordable than bigger businesses, its systems promise accessibility above all else, and it’s this very nature that truly distinguishes YES Reedbeds as a standout in its field. Partnered with its eagerness to pursue projects in Africa – specifically within the mining sector – YES Reedbeds has set itself apart as a paragon of precision and thoughtful environmental protection. As we step into the future of reedbed design and application, YES Reedbeds promises to embark on a myriad of exciting endeavours that are geared toward the drastic improvement of lives, not just within the UK, but in West Africa too. With plans to commence various business projects in West Africa, and its existing sponsorships enabling the development of multiple community projects across the region, YES Reedbeds is well on its way to Best Eco-Friendly, Reedbed Design & Water Filtration Services Provider 2024 - UK
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6 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 Australian biotechnology company, Marinova Pty Ltd, is the global leader in fucoidan science. Its unique portfolio of bioactive seaweed extracts is the result of two decades of innovative R&D. Maritech® organic fucoidan compounds represent the future of natural and sustainably sourced therapeutics. Marinova is dedicated to the production of high purity seaweed extracts for the betterment of human health. The company specialises in the research, development and manufacture of fucoidan compounds - highly bioactive polysaccharides derived from select species of brown seaweed. Sustainably sourced and clinically validated, Maritech® organic fucoidans are high purity seaweed extracts sought after by some of the world’s most trusted healthcare brands. They are included as bioactive constituents in market-leading medical devices, nutritional supplements, functional foods and beverages, skincare formulations and animal health products. Company CEO, Mr Paul Garrott, explained, “There is rapidly growing interest in marine bioproducts and for a very good reason. Bioactive compounds in this category tick all the boxes - they are natural, sustainably sourced, supported by an extensive variety of scientific evidence and have global regulatory acceptance. Maritech® organic fucoidans represent all this and more. They are ideal for any new product innovators seeking an effective, novel ingredient with a clear point of differentiation.” The granting of global regulatory approvals combined with growing investment in scientific research is now fuelling demand for high purity fucoidan. “There are now more than 3,500 peer-reviewed papers attesting to the bioactive properties fucoidans,” continued Garrott. “This extensive dossier of scientific evidence supports product applications focusing on immune support, gut and digestive health, integrative oncology and healthy ageing.” Critical to Marinova’s market leadership is the company’s proprietary ‘green chemistry’ extraction process. “Fucoidans have traditionally been precipitated from crude seaweed extracts using solvents,” explains Garrott. “This may lead to contaminants being present in the final extract. Fucoidans extracted with solvents can suffer from many shortfalls: their quality can be inconsistent, their chemical integrity may be compromised and - most importantly - their bioactivity may be affected.” Maritech® extraction technology, developed and used exclusively by Marinova, overcomes these problems. Unique aqueous processes avoid organic solvents and produce fucoidan extracts that remain unadulterated in chemical structure and free from solvent residues. The mild, aqueous process also ensures the resulting extracts comply with the most rigorous quality standards and global regulatory requirements. As the global leader in fucoidan science, Marinova is the supplier of choice to world-renowned research institutions. “Our highly characterised fucoidan fractions are well-suited to medical device applications and pharmaceutical research,” says Garrott. “Marinova also possesses the unique ability to isolate distinct fucoidan compounds with enhanced efficacy and superior compatibility with other biomaterials and therapeutic agents. Marinova is at the forefront of developing discrete fucoidans for medical research purposes. The company’s team of scientists understand the unique physicochemical properties of fucoidan extracts and how these may be tailored to influence uptake and achieve targeted therapeutic effects.” With global demand for high purity fucoidan booming, Marinova is scaling up both its research investment and production capacity. “The company has recently completed a $5M expansion of its stateof-the-art fucoidan extraction facility in Australia. The introduction of additional advanced manufacturing technologies has tripled our production capacity,” confirms Garrott. “Alongside production, Marinova continues to push the boundaries of research in the field of marine biotechnology. The company is a partner in Australia’s Marine Bioproducts Cooperative Research Centre - a dynamic consortium of industry leaders involved in a $270 million national R&D program.” Marinova continues to win favour with formulators seeking natural, efficacious ingredients supported by a sustainable supply chain. “Our sustainability credentials are closely aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals identified by United Nations,” explains Garrott. “The hand harvesting of wild seaweeds, proprietary green chemistry extraction technology, the productive reuse of by-product, and the 100% utilisation of renewable energy - the list of sustainability initiatives that support Maritech® organic fucoidans spans the entire length of our supply chain.” Maritech® fucoidans are the world’s only high purity, certified organic fucoidans with global regulatory acceptance. “After two decades of fucoidan research and production, its rewarding to see leading healthcare brands recognising the tremendous value of high purity fucoidan. Innovative marine ingredients are undoubtedly key to a sustainable future.” There is no doubt that Marinova is worthy of the International Life Sciences Awards 2024 as the Best Marine Biotechnology Company of 2024 - the company continues to pave the way for global marine innovation. Company: Marinova Pty Ltd Email: [email protected] Website: www.maritechfucoidan.com.au May24522 Best Marine Biotechnology Company 2024 – APAC
7 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 or over a decade, Genepro Protein has been a pioneer of performance nutrition products that leverage real science to achieve exceptional results. ProTEAn offers an alternative to shake-based Protein RTDs with a delicious brewed iced tea containing all natural flavourings and sweeteners. For those seeking a hydrating and healthy way to get their protein, ProTEAn is a natural, science backed product that consumers can trust. With over 50 human clinical trials and published research reports, Genepro is a scientifically proven protein that delivers three times more protein than traditional whey products. Its revolutionary formula is designed to bypass the intestinal digestive system for immediate absorption and zero waste. ProTEAn allows consumers to meet their protein goals without the risk of cramps and stomach aches that can accompany other commercial proteins. The light and refreshing drink is formulated to be easily digestible, offering consumers a healthy source of protein free of gluten and lactose. A high protein diet can help individuals lose weight naturally and achieve their protein goals faster. While the majority of protein shake brands offer around a 33% absorption rate, Genepro allows the body to utilise 99.9% per serving. By supplementing a diet with ProTEAn, consumers can boost their metabolism, prevent hair loss, reduce their appetite, and dramatically affect their weight regulating hormones. Dr Brian Parks shares, “We have seen stagnation in the protein market for over a decade now with the same cookie cutter approach to powders and RTDs. We set out to change that with the introduction of our ProTEAns. We strive to change the demographics of the nutrition industry. We pride ourselves on not being a nutrition manufacturer. Rather, we think of ourselves as protein pioneers that also make the world’s best protein. Genepro is the protein you trust in a tea that you will love!” The formulation of Genepro begins with the cleanest of Whey Protein Isolate (WPI), derived from sweet dairy whey using cold microfiltration and ultra-filtration membrane technologies. This innovative technology is the most effective way to preserve whey protein’s many biological benefits and obtain the purest form of protein that is free from fillers, sugar, and other unnatural ingredients. Genepro is a hometown company with all operations based in North Carolina from its corporate offices to its manufacturing facilities. The company sources raw materials in-state for the internal production of its teas. At Genepro farms, grass-fed cattle supply the milk to formulate the Genepro protein and create its functional beverages. By manufacturing its products in-house, the business has complete control over materials, production time, and overall quality control. Genepro is currently in the process of expanding Based in North Carolina, Genepro Tea is a SpecialTEA company on a mission to revolutionise the landscape of Protein RTDs (Ready To Drink). In a market of artificially flavoured and sweetened drinks, ProTEAn is a stand-alone low calorie, natural beverage containing the world’s best protein, Genopro. In the wake of its win, we speak to Dr Brian Parks, Cofounder and CEO of Genepro Protein, about the future of protein production. Best Protein RTD Brand 2024 its distribution points into Ohio and creating distribution hubs in Texas, Alabama, and Canada. Dr Brian Parks says, “We are a Christian based, female, veteran owned company that believes in science first followed by providing the absolutely best products to our customers. Customer service is our focus. We believe that this is a lost art in today’s business, and we want our customers to feel like an extended part of our families. You will see this in our monthly newsletters and our 100% customer satisfaction guarantees.” In addition to its innovative ProTEAn products, Genepro is set to launch several amazing functional teas outside the protein industry. BeauTEA, its beauty within product, is a groundbreaking drink containing retinol, biotin, mushrooms, and collagen to enhance the health and appearance of customers’ hair, skin, and nails. Furthermore, InsaniTEA is an all-natural nootropic energy tea that offers consumers increased focus and energy without the crash associated with traditional energy drinks. This summer, Genepro is also thrilled to announce the launch of ProJoe, a protein infused coffee, ActiviTEA, TranquiliTEA, and SereniTEA. Genepro is dedicated to transforming the realm of Protein RTDs forever with scientifically backed, healthy drinks that achieve real results. Dr Brian Parks concludes, “We are excited about these opportunities to bring functional beverages to everyone. No matter the age or activity level, Genepro Tea has a product for you and your improved health! One sip at a time!” Contact: Dr. Brian M. Parks Company: Genepro Protein, Inc. Web Address: www.geneprotea.com F May24491
8 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 ince 2006, NewEast Biosciences has been a leader in its niche of biological research, creating antibodies which identify active G proteins, providing an extraordinarily useful tool to research signal transduction. Protein production also benefits from the company’s market-leading protein expression services. The company’s antibody production services include monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies. The monoclonal variety are produced by hybridoma cells, achieved via fusion technology, and these bind to specific antigen epitopes. They are able to identify specific proteins, have a range of highly targeted applications, and boast the higher specificity of the two types by a wide margin with lower betweenbatch variability. They produce identical antibodies and therefore have use cases such as in therapeutic drug development. “We use antibody affinity purification to ensure high antibody purity. Whether you use it downstream for diagnostic testing or drug research, its effectiveness is guaranteed.” Custom polyclonal antibodies are available using a wider choice of host animals, take less time to produce, and are applicable to their own range of contexts. NewEast provides offers customers a complete set of solutions from target design, antigen preparation to production, and purification and quality testing to ensure the antibodies’ effectiveness in project research. NewEast’s contribution to the protein research space extends beyond antibody production, however, extending to protein services using E. coli, mammalian cell, and yeast protein expression systems. Its E. coli protein service is an easy operation, low-cost, high expression service, providing a success rate up to 95%. Jun24217 S GTPases are a family of hydrolase enzymes which play roles in the regulation of cell growth, cell differentiation, maintaining cell pressure, calcium regulation and more. They are one of the many seemingly minute yet vital elements of human biology that work to support day-to-day function. NewEast Biosciences is a pioneer in the field of GTPase research and is a cuttingedge presence in antibody productions and protein expression. “With our rich experience, we offer multiple fusion/affinity tags to increase the protein solubility, expression levels, and ease of purification.” As experts in CHO and HEK293 cell expression, NewEast provides a mature mammalian protein expression service, available, for instance, for use in the development and production of therapeutic recombinant monoclonal antibody drugs and protein drugs. This process provides quality protein with a high rate of success. NewEast also offers yeast protein expression services, the most economical and efficient among eukaryotic protein expression systems. With a high activity rate, fast growth rate, low culture cost, and clear genetic background, it proves an effective, rapid solution for expression. As well as conducting leading research and development, the company also provides lab equipment and assay kits, filters, centrifuge tubes, and a host of other products. Its proteins, antibodies, and biological goods are applicable to numerous areas of research, including cancer, immunology, signal transduction, neuroscience, and more. Not only has NewEast Biosciences broken new ground since its conception, but it has also fostered effective research across the whole scientific community and continues to do so. Contact: Don Wu Company: NewEast Biosciences LLC Web Address: www.neweastbio.com Most Innovative GTPase & Oncogene Antibody R&D Firm 2024
9 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 just right for kids,” writes Chris M. “My son and two daughters really love it, and they can take their sachet to school and have it whenever they fancy it. Much better than sugary treats, wouldn’t you agree?” “I absolutely love them!” remarks Tony L. “They’re the perfect snack to enjoy throughout the day, even at work. Not only are they delicious, but they also give me peace of mind knowing they’re helping to keep my hair strong and healthy. They are definitely my favourite guilt-free indulgence!” In a growing market, it is crucial to keep an eye on consumer behaviour and take customer feedback in stride. Marta notes that every year there are more people interested in new forms of food supplements, which pushes Mims to strive for continual change, adapting to the new market needs that require new solutions. “Pollution, sun exposure, anxiety, stress, and an unbalanced diet make our body weaker and in consequence, we need to focus on these new external damages and work to find the solution people need to avoid health problems,” she tells us. Moving forward, Mims is working to launch two new products to combat these health risks, and the company hopes to expand its reach outside of Europe and into the UAE and America. These plans will enable Mims to enhance the lives of more individuals through its high quality vitamin gummies, empowering people to bring out the best version of themselves through self-care. It is for this mission that Mims has been recognised as the Best Sugar-Free Gummy Vitamin Brand 2024 – Spain. Contact: Marta Casas Company: VITA MIMS SL Web Address: www.hellomims.com Sisters Marta and Clara Casas founded Mims in 2019, following leading careers in innovative healthcare companies abroad. The sisters had been dreaming of making their ideas a reality since they were young and reunited in their hometown of Barcelona to begin their journey. “We are a company created by two young sisters,” says Marta. “We believe that the world should have more women entrepreneurs and hope that we can be the inspiration for a lot of young ladies to create their own companies and be the main characters of their lives.” Marta and Clara were raised around candies and gummies and aimed to combine their family’s traditions and knowledge with modern science to produce something fresh and knew, reflective of their own experiences and years of hard work. Mims offers five different Hello Mims products, with two Hello Mims Superpowers products designed with Vitamins C, D, and Zinc for immune support in adults and children; Hello Mims Looking Fab, aimed for beauty, packed with Collagen and Biotin to aid with glowing and healthy skin; Hello Mims Further Than Ever, containing Iron and Vitamins B2 and B5 to support memory and concentration; and Hello Mims Sleep Well, made from Melatonin and Vitamins B2 and B6 to aid sleep. “Our offer is different from others on the market due to the weekly Doybag pouches with individual sachets inside, one for each day of the week,” Marta tells us. “That’s why the products are very convenient for the modern lifestyle, for both adults and kids. You can bring your Mims sachets to your school, work, gym, or on a trip without any extra weight or space and avoiding overconsumption.” With a lower price point than many other products on the market, Mims also boasts accessibility to all, promoting a high quality product that contains no sugar, fat, gluten, lactose, GMOs, allergens, preservatives, or artificial colours. Via Mims’ website, customers can access countless reviews that testify to its products’ effectiveness and convenience, praising the company for not compromising on taste. “I love the convenience of the daily sachets. They are easy to take, and they taste great without any sugar!” reports Beatrice J. “These gummies have become a staple in my daily routine, especially during winter,” says Tony H. “I feel great knowing I’m giving my immune system the boost it needs to stay strong and healthy. Plus, they taste great!” “Life in this world is getting intense, for our children too. Everyone needs to adapt to faster paces and it’s great to know a product Vitamin gummies are a brilliant way of ensuring that your body is getting the daily vitamins and minerals it needs, though it can be tough remembering to take them regularly. Enter Mims, the leading sugar-free vitamin gummy brand that specialises in convenient and accessible packaging to ensure that you can take your gummies everywhere. Below, we speak with Co-Founder, Marta Casas, as the company receives its award in the International Life Sciences Awards 2024. Best Sugar-Free Gummy Vitamin Brand 2024 – Spain
10 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 Many industries and businesses rely on cleanrooms, so it’s important that these rooms adhere to strict standards of quality. Angstrom Technology is among the market leaders in providing consistent excellence. Its cleanrooms stand as a testament to the quality of its materials, the precision of its team, and the commitment to innovation that drives the company forward. Cleanrooms are defined by Angstrom as “a room within which the number concentration of airborne particles is controlled and classified, and which is designed, constructed, and operated in a manner to control the introduction, generation, and retention of particles inside the room.” These rooms have all sorts of applications, and Angstrom ensures that they’re built to the highest standards. As well as cleanroom design and building services, Angstrom validates them and provides ISO 14644 and EU GMP operator training. Once designed, its services don’t stop, extending to include fitting each build with cleanroom furniture, offering consumables, and providing EU GMP consultation. Aftercare includes ongoing maintenance, ensuring that the room consistently performs as intended and isn’t in any way compromised. The team takes pride in working with businesses of all sizes and scopes, whether this means advising a client on the specifics of their first cleanroom build or those who have extensive experience of creating, managing, and working within controlled environments. Builds range in complexity, including smart laboratories and readyto-ship, simple cleanroom kits to suit a broad spectrum of needs. “With a diverse portfolio of cleanroom services, tailored to meet the unique demands of various sectors and industries, we stand as a market leader in precision engineering and contamination control.” The team’s expertise covers every specific element of the design and cleanroom construction process, including BIM modelling, HVAC design, and temperature and humidity control. Specialists work with utter precision, so that the finished product meets standards of the company’s cleanroom validation engineers who ensure ISO 14644 and EU GMP classification as required. Through the company’s sister company, Cleanroomshop, it provides full furnishings, as well as modular consumables and equipment, such as overalls, cleaning devices, sterile sprays and beyond. The entire process from construction and validation to filling the space with operational equipment can be handled within Angstrom’s ecosystem, benefitting from the team’s expertise and eye for quality every step of the way. The company’s team works in harmony with its mission, all according to its core values of caring deeply, being truly collaborative, choosing positivity, and innovating boldly. The leadership believes in empathy, compassion, and understanding throughout internal and external interactions. This facilitates seamless cooperation between teammates and fosters trusting, long-standing relationships with clients. Without all this, Angstrom can’t achieve this bold innovation, which is an enduring cornerstone of the company’s work. “Through constant innovation, pushing boundaries, and thinking beyond convention, we have the ability to shape the future of precision technology and revolutionise industries, ultimately improving lives, and setting new standards of excellence.” The team is formed of those who embody these core values and who collaboratively explore unique solutions to every problem, comprising diverse expertise and treating each of its voices as valuable. It’s this collaboration which excels the company to industry leader status, honing engineering practices and its product offering to stay markedly ahead of the curve. Operating within the UK and the US is conducive to this forward-thinking attitude, benefitting from a range of diverse markets, representing diverse needs and demands. Angstrom has had a busy 2024 so far, bringing its team to Space Comm and Battery Tech expos, as well as Medical Technology and Cleanroom Technology exhibitions. The company also conducted its first webinar, “the building blocks of cleanroom compliance,” which was well-received. Atop the EU GMP cleanroom operator training days it has booked, the team looks forward to several more webinars and soon-to-be announced opportunities. The company has earnt its place as a market leading provider of controlled environments. It continues to serve a client base spanning industries such as the life sciences and pharmaceutical, aerospace, and battery manufacturing. Thanks to cleanrooms, their products meet the highest standards, and thanks to Angstrom, the cleanrooms do too! Contact: Nicola Coull Company: Angstrom Technology Web Address: www.angstromtechnology.co.uk Best Cleanroom Solutions Company 2024
11 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 roudly standing as a ‘new level of mental health’, MP4P – Mental Practice for Performance – is an access point primarily designed to introduce adolescents to thoughtful, ‘middle ground’ counselling. Led by the brilliant Scott Rohlwing, it identifies the needs those who, while not necessarily unwell, are in need of a qualified individual to guide them through their mental tribulations. Scott promises to be this guide. Viewing his work as ‘mental alignment’, Scott implements a variety of disciplines to assist those who are desperately trying to find their feet through puberty. Through coaching, counselling, and mentoring, Scott focuses his attention on what he believes to be a very misunderstood and underserved age demographic. Many adults will be quick to chalk an adolescent’s behaviour up to spiralling hormones and teenage angst, often times stripping them of the validation they deserve in this uncertain period of life. Scott, however, understands what they are going through, and offers an educated helping hand to teens who just need additional guidance. Whether his methods are helping to elevate relationships, improve communications, or enhance an adolescent’s career development opportunities in the future, Scott is determined to introduce teens to the best version of themselves. Specifically, Scott treads the landscape of Cognitive Behaviour Analysis. As a specialist in brain behaviour, he consistently highlights the importance of active thinking, encouraging youths to identify the agency they have over their thoughts, and further choose to think better. In doing so, they will often find themselves discovering new opportunities, immersing themselves in the world in a more meaningful way, and ultimately taking control of their lives in a holistic manner. In short, Scott places the focus on ‘doing’ as opposed to being influenced by previous life experiences. Our lives are shaped by our own hands, and Scott is a man who has built his practises off of this very sentiment. Throughout his journey as a behaviour analyst, Scott has encountered a variety of events that have reworked how he operates in his field. Together, these experiences have allowed him to cultivate an environment in which clients benefit from far more than his expertise alone. Scott actively builds upon his broad skillset with each client, imbuing his methods with a sense of continuous learning that he is always eager to bestow upon clients. Whether this manifests through his explorational approaches, or the avid engagement he shares with his clients, Scott transcends limits to bring a new approach to the art of counselling. ‘Mental health is a spectrum’. This is a sentiment that, for years, has echoed across the psychology landscape. Many counsellors, therapists, and behaviour analysts are acutely aware of this distinct truth, but how does one proceed to integrate it into their practises? Often times, the result pivots between two ends of said spectrum. Services either cater to those with significant psychological needs, or those who are mentally well. As for the middle ground – it has gone relatively untouched. That is, however, until MP4P’s Scott Rohlwing took it upon himself to elicit change. Below, we venture into how Scott revives the notion of mental health as a spectrum. Adolescent Behavior Analyst of the Year 2024 (USA): Scott Rohlwing From the moment Scott decided he wanted to pursue his desire to help adolescents through their complicated mental health journeys, he has aways remained true and authentic. Only by being realistic – and having an assortment of struggles and failures himself – was he able to cultivate a conduit for change, and MP4P now stands as a beacon of hope for any experiencing strife. Scott Rohlwing has concocted a tangible approach to mental coaching, and, as a result of his genuine desire to help people get better, we believe nobody is more deserving of the title of Adolescent Behavior Analyst of the Year 2024 (USA) as him. Contact: Scott Rohlwing Company: MP4P – Mental Practice for Performance Web Address: https://mp4p.co/ P
12 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 otox is widely recognised for its cosmetic benefits, such as reducing wrinkles and fine lines. The injectable treatment works by temporarily paralysing muscles, leading to a smoother and more youthful appearance. However, it might surprise you to learn that Botox’s muscle relaxing properties can also be used to treat several health conditions from painful migraines to an overactive bladder. Beyond its aesthetic applications, Botox has been found to offer relief and improvement for a variety of medical issues. That’s why we spoke to Harley Street Aesthetics Practitioner and GP, Dr Kaywaan Khan at Hannah London who shares 8 unexpected health conditions Botox can treat. 1. Migraines Not many people know that Botox is an approved treatment for the prevention of chronic migraines. Migraines feel like throbbing headaches and are often accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and auras. Auras are a group of nervous system symptoms that can cause problems with vision, such as blind spots, tingling, flashing lights or blurriness. Typically, migraines occur on one side of the head, but they can also happen around the neck, face, or both sides of the head. By blocking the release of certain chemicals involved in pain transmission, Botox can reduce the frequency and severity of migraine attacks, offering a lifeline to those who suffer from this condition. This allows patients to regain control of their lives and minimise the impact of migraine attacks on their daily activities. 2. Depression and Low Self Esteem Botox is primarily known for its cosmetic benefits, but for many patients Botox has had a profound impact on their mental well-being and self-esteem. For some, depression and sadness can be caused by insecurities about their appearance. Botox offers a solution by temporarily reducing the appearance of fine lines and contours the face, helping individuals feel more confident and content with their appearance. This improvement in self-perception can lead to a positive shift in mood and overall mental health. There is also new research which suggests that by relaxing the frown lines and furrows between the brows, Botox may interrupt the cycle of negative emotions and facial expressions associated with depression. While more research is needed in this area, initial studies have shown promising results, offering a new perspective on the potential therapeutic uses of Botox. It’s important to note that Botox is a temporary fix, and addressing the root cause of mental health issues is essential. If you’re struggling with low mood or self-esteem, talk to your GP who can provide guidance and management solutions. 3. Excessive Sweating Hyperhidrosis, also known as excessive sweating, can be a distressing burden in daily life. Patients report feeling self-conscious in social situations due to increased body odour or physical discomfort due to persistent moisture that can cause irritation. Botox injections work by blocking the nerve signals that tell your sweat glands to go into overdrive. This helps keep you drier and provides long-lasting relief. Botox for hyperhidrosis is administered by a reputable aesthetics practitioner in the underarms, palms or soles of the feet. This can lead to a dramatic reduction in sweat, with effects lasting between 4-6 months, making Botox an effective solution without needing frequent treatments. Jun23253 B 4. Tech Neck In today’s digital age, we’re continuously looking down at our smartphones and laptops. This can cause a phenomenon known as ‘tech neck’, which causes strain and injury to the muscles and tissue structures of the cervical spice. As well as causing neck ache, bending the neck down regularly can also cause the skin to crease and fold. Over time, these creases can become more pronounced and develop into permanent wrinkles. Botox injections can help relax those overworked muscular tissues, easing the tension and pain related to ‘tech neck’. As well as this, Botox will help to smooth out the wrinkles and decrease the appearance of fine lines around the neck. 5. Calf cramps Calf cramps are sudden, involuntary contractions which can be extremely painful. Even after the initial cramps subside, the muscle mass can still feel extremely tight and sore. Botox injections work by blocking the nerve signals that cause these contractions. This preventive approach can reduce the frequency of calf cramps, offering major relief. As well as this, in the gastrocnemius and the soleus muscles within the calf, Botox can help slim down overly developed areas, which can be more at risk of cramps. By reducing the size of the calf muscles, Botox can help improve the patient’s mobility and make engaging in physical activities more comfortable. 6. Groin itch Chronic groin itch can be a persistent and uncomfortable condition, often resistant to conventional treatments. Botox works by blocking the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that is involved in the activation of sweat glands and nerve signals. By reducing nerve activity, Botox can help decrease the sensation of itching. Excessive sweating in the groin area can also contribute to the irritation and itchiness. Botox can prevent the sweat glands from becoming too overactive, reducing moisture and the potential for fungal or bacterial growth that can exacerbate itching. 7. Haemorrhoids Haemorrhoids are veins in the rectal area which can become swollen, causing pain, itching, discomfort and bleeding. They occur when the anal sphincter muscles become inflamed due to increased tension in the area. Botox works by temporarily paralysing these muscles, reducing pressure on the haemorrhoids, allowing them to heal. As well as this, when the anal sphincter muscles become relaxed, this helps to improve blood circulation in the affected area to reduce swelling in the tissues. Its minimally invasive nature, combined with the significant symptom improvement, makes it an attractive option for anyone managing this common condition. 8. Overactive Bladder For individuals with an overactive bladder, Botox injections can target the bladder muscles to reduce urgent trips to the bathroom, as well as leakage. To explain this better, imagine your bladder is a balloon. Normally, it stretches and fills up comfortably as you collect urine. But with an overactive bladder, the muscles can become overly sensitive and irritable. Even a small amount of urine can trigger a sudden, strong urge to pee, and sometimes you might leak before you even reach the bathroom. 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13 GHP International Life Sciences Awards 2024 An estimated nine in ten UK adults have experienced high or extreme stress in the last year with one in five needing to take time off work due to poor mental health. While it’s common for people to feel worried or anxious, it can spiral and impact an individual’s mental health which could lead to burnout. With a record 2.8m people in the UK currently off work as a result of ill health** employers must be equipped with the right policies and benefits to support their employees. Adrian Matthews, Head of Employee Benefits at MetLife UK, shares his three top tips for helping employers relieve symptoms of stress and anxiety that could be experienced by their employees: 1. Encourage regular annual leave Presenteeism can prove challenging as staff feel unable to take annual leave with the fear of an increasing workload on their return. Some employees may also find it difficult to switch off. Employers must watch carefully for this type of employee, especially if they are continuing to work long hours. Not only can this lead to extreme burnout, but it can also increase the number of sick days an employee takes as they try to push through mental or physical strain at work. Helping employees plan their annual leave throughout the year and reiterating the importance of taking an extended break, can be a small step with huge benefits to working culture and the happiness of employees. 2. Keep an eye on burnout As employees face home and work life challenges, they may begin to experience elongated stress that could eventually lead to burnout. Our research found that 28% of employees have even pushed through sickness at work despite needing to take time off because they didn’t want to miss work, which could not only impact their wellbeing, but effectiveness at work too. Being aware of changes to an employee’s productivity is vital. Managers need to be vigilant when monitoring how individuals interact or show signs of disengagement. With sick days at work hitting the highest level in 10 years and a main factor sighted being mental illness and stress, employers must show support and set up alternative methods to enable employees to return to the office after a sick period or holiday without immediately being met with an uptick in stress due to their workload. A simple method to avoid this is for employers to encourage teams to share an email the day before employees return to work with any updates and actions that happened during their time off. 3. Valuing benefits packages Providing the right benefits package is essential to retain and support an engaged, happy workforce and will make sure employees feel supported in and out of the workplace. A business is only as strong as its people so investing in these policies, as well as implementing them into the work culture will help avoid stress and anxiety becoming a larger problem. Adrian Matthews, Head of Employee Benefits at MetLife UK How to Help Employers Support Employees Through Stress and Anxiety Employers should offer 24/7 access to an employee assistance programme (EAP) which is designed to help employees with their work, health, and wellbeing. This can range from counselling to financial wellbeing support. MetLife offers employees a virtual Wellbeing Hub that effectively engages employees through financial, mental and physical wellbeing including confidential counselling or by supporting an employee through financial difficulty.
14 Communicating information with patients and staff is crucial within the healthcare industry. This is where digital signage and video technology could play a huge role in improving the wellbeing of everyone who visits any professional healthcare environment. Here, Vitec: a leading provider of digital signage and video technology solutions worldwide, offers some expert insight into how these singular platform technologies will benefit the wellbeing of everyone in the industry through their incorporation into everyday work. Benefits for patients Information on appointments and wait times Whether you visit a doctor for a check-up or a planned procedure, visitors dedicate hours and even a full day for appointments. The actual appointment itself may not take that long, but the queues and wait times can vary in scale between minutes and hours. Combine this with potential shortages of available doctors, and it may leave people uncertain of how long they could be waiting. This is where digital signage can hugely benefit practices with their implementation, offering more information about how long wait times are and dynamic videos and digestible content to pass the time while waiting. In turn, this helps prevent practices’ waiting rooms from becoming overwhelmed and over capacity. Having information available on how long the wait times could be can help inform patients on how they can fill their time at onsite facilities like a café. Installing signage in hospitals can offer personalised information for post-surgery patients during their recovery. This information may include exercises to incorporate into their daily routines to aid their recovery, as well as details about necessary medications and their dosages. Entertainment and engagement Healthcare appointments can be anxiety-inducing for patients and make them feel nervous. One way to reduce these feelings while they’re waiting is by using digital signage solutions to serve as a welcome distraction. These signs can be installed in lobbies, wards, rooms, or queuing areas and can display fun and engaging content to keep those waiting entertained and engaged. The content that can be displayed can range from TV programs streamed live, RSS news feeds, popular social media updates, educational content from experts in the healthcare industry, and much more. Improved wayfinding Hospitals can be huge spaces that often have wings that span multiple buildings, with an endless stream of rooms and hallways that feel impossible to distinguish between. This can lead to patients getting lost looking for their doctor’s office or returning to a room or waiting area after a test. Adding digital signs throughout hospitals can help patients navigate the corridors and hallways to figure out where they are and in which direction they need to go. They can be set up in heavily populated areas that see a lot of footfall, and interactive maps can be used to wayfind through the digital screen. Emergency options One thing that data-driven video technology can do to help keep patients safe while on premises is identify the difference between what state a visitor is in. This can be anything between falling, sitting, kneeling, or picking up something they’ve dropped. This means that if a patient takes a fall, systems can alert nurses instantly, and they can respond fast, which could potentially help save lives. Similarly, these technologies can use intelligent sound analysis to detect changes in emotion, from fear and anger to verbal aggression. This can help warn nurses of a potential conflict or danger, meaning they can respond and de-escalate the situation. Increased patient privacy While the prospect of video systems recording and monitoring healthcare staff and patients may instil anxiety rather than a feeling of comfort, there are ways for these systems to protect patient privacy. Most video systems only use live video without recording and blur images to prevent identification. As technology continues to evolve, particularly with how to incorporate video to make healthcare more efficient without breaking GDPR, guidelines and plugins will be developed to ensure that personal data and the privacy of patients will be upheld. Benefits for staff Communication between staff and teams Communication between nurses, whether it’s across teams or departments, can be crucial and even lifesaving in such a fastpaced environment. But this can pose a challenge, especially as many of these departments may not even be in the same building as those you need to speak with. This is where digital signage can assist in streamlining communication, offering essential information and live updates on-screen. Not only does this reduce the time required to send messages or find colleagues for a face-to-face, but it also reduces the risk of important information being missed for time-sensitive tasks. Messaging for information and emergencies Acting fast is an important pillar of healthcare as an industry. Emergencies can have disastrous consequences in a matter of seconds, which is why healthcare professionals may need to send messages and information that can be read and digested quickly. Digital signage is a perfect solution, offering flashing messages that can be opened on digital screens to give everyone enough time to react to an emergency. How Video Technology in Healthcare Benefits Patients and Staff
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