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Market Intelligence15 min readAI Literacy Is Becoming Essential for Life Sciences Leaders
AI is changing how work gets done across Life Sciences, from R&D and sales to marketing, product and leadership. We look at what AI literacy actually means, where it can improve performance and why human judgement still matters.
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Company Updates7 min readThe New Frontier of Wellness - Where Science & Hospitality Converge
How science, hospitality and wellness are converging to reshape the future of business, customer experience and talent - and why industry expertise matters more than ever when finding the right people.
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Market Intelligence17 min readHow Much Does DNA Sequencing Really Cost in 2026?
NGS costs are falling fast, but $/Gb doesn't tell you what a sequencing run will actually cost. We compare public pricing across leading platforms and look at how throughput, utilisation and sample volume change the economics.
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- Market Intelligence15 min read
AI Literacy Is Becoming Essential for Life Sciences Leaders
AI is changing how work gets done across Life Sciences, from R&D and sales to marketing, product and leadership. We look at what AI literacy actually means, where it can improve performance and why human judgement still matters.
Read article - Company Updates7 min read
The New Frontier of Wellness - Where Science & Hospitality Converge
How science, hospitality and wellness are converging to reshape the future of business, customer experience and talent - and why industry expertise matters more than ever when finding the right people.
Read article - Market Intelligence17 min read
How Much Does DNA Sequencing Really Cost in 2026?
NGS costs are falling fast, but $/Gb doesn't tell you what a sequencing run will actually cost. We compare public pricing across leading platforms and look at how throughput, utilisation and sample volume change the economics.
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Market Intelligence7 min readThe Top Funded Biotech Companies of 2026, So Far
A look at the biggest private biotech financings announced in 2026 so far, including Isomorphic Labs, Earendil, NewLimit and Chai Discovery, and where investors are placing the largest bets.
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Science9 min readSpatial Biology and Epigenomics: Where the Next Layer of Omics Is Taking Us
Spatial biology is restoring the tissue context lost in traditional sequencing, while epigenomics reveals how the genome is regulated. We look at the technologies behind both fields and why their convergence could shape the next phase of multiomics.
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Salary Guides6 min readSpa Salaries in South Africa: What Should a Spa Therapist Earn in 2026?
How much should a Spa Therapist earn in South Africa in 2026? We break down the salary ranges and the key factors that influence what therapists can realistically earn - from location and experience to commission, tips and benefits.
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Career Tips11 min readFrom Academia to Industry: A Practical Guide for Life Sciences Professionals
Moving from academia into Life Sciences industry can open far more career paths than R&D alone. This practical guide covers choosing the right direction, translating your academic experience, building skills outside academia and preparing for your first industry role.
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Company Updates3 min readOpus Recruiter Expands from South Africa into Europe
Opus Recruiter has expanded from its South African roots into Europe and the UK, growing its international network and specialist Life Sciences recruitment capability.
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Recruitment7 min readTop 10 Interview Tips for Biotech & Life Sciences Professionals
Land your dream job in biotech with these proven interview strategies from industry recruiters.
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