Industry leader Fischer Medical Ventures Ltd (Fischer MV) and Nanyang Biologics (NYB), a rising star in drug discovery, have joined forces to revolutionise the healthcare landscape. This strategic partnership, announced on July 16, 2024, signifies a commitment to delivering innovative, evidence-based solutions that promote holistic health and well-being.
Fischer MV, formerly Fischer Chemic Ltd, is renowned for its focus on affordability and accessibility in medical diagnostics and imaging. It leverages cutting-edge advancements and AI-powered software to make healthcare solutions more available. Notably, Fischer MV is the first Indian manufacturer of high-quality MRI systems. With a diverse portfolio of breakthrough diagnostic tools, its expansion into preventative healthcare alongside NYB marks a significant step forward.
NYB, established in 2019, has made rapid strides in the field of drug discovery. They solidified their commitment to innovation by signing a Master Research Collaborative Agreement with the prestigious Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. This SG$20 million initiative focuses on developing a next-generation AI-powered drug discovery platform.
NYB’s impressive track record includes filing four patents, identifying two promising cancer drug candidates, and developing four nutraceutical products slated for commercialisation in 2024. Additionally, clinical trials for their cancer drug candidates are scheduled to begin in early 2025. This focus on efficiency and speed aims to address the traditionally slow, expensive, and often ineffective nature of drug discovery processes, paving the way for faster development of life-saving treatments.
By combining Fischer MV’s expertise in diagnostics with NYB’s proficiency in drug discovery, this partnership holds immense potential to transform healthcare. We can expect to see the development of data-driven preventative and therapeutic solutions that prioritise overall well-being. This collaboration serves as a testament to the power of innovation and collaboration in shaping a healthier future.
Mr Ravindran Govindan, Chairman & MD of Fischer MV, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration: “NYB is uniquely positioned to focus on the intersection of nutraceuticals and chronic disease management to provide novel, natural, and preventive solutions to an ageing population that is living longer. This, combined with Fischer MV’s expertise in MedTech solutions, robust resources, and strategic network, gives us a competitive edge in this rapidly expanding market. We are excited to collaborate with NYB to bring their groundbreaking drug discovery platform to India, the land of Ayurvedic, to work on traditional herbs native to India.”
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Published on: Jul 16, 2024, 5:17 PM IST
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