Life Sciences Weekly delivers a fast-paced, insightful roundup of the latest trends, deals, and regulatory news shaping the global life sciences and medical device industries. In this inaugural episode, recorded May 3, 2025, we break down the week’s market movers, highlighting gains in biotech and medtech stocks and renewed investor confidence.

Dive deep into the latest regulatory updates, including FDA approvals for breakthrough drugs, devices, and gene therapies, as well as significant changes under new FDA Commissioner Dr. Martin Makary-who’s championing modernization, AI integration, and a shift away from animal testing. We spotlight key 510(k), NDA, IND, and BLA approvals, and discuss the FDA’s recent enforcement actions against several drug manufacturers.

Stay ahead of the curve with our comprehensive funding and startup segment, featuring major Series A, B, and C rounds from innovators in digital health, diagnostics, neurostimulation, cell therapy and more. We also cover the latest in mergers and acquisitions, as industry giants and nimble startups alike reshape the sector through strategic deals.

Whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, clinician, or industry insider, Life Sciences Weekly is your go-to source for the essential news and analysis driving healthcare innovation in 2025.

With your Life Sciences Industry Guide, Matt Davison