Explore life science companies across North West England, from emerging startups to established biotechnology and pharmaceutical organisations.
Biosurfactant manufacturer using yeast fermentation
Holiferm is a Manchester-based industrial biotech manufacturing biosurfactants from renewable feedstocks using a patented yeast fermentation process. The company produces sophorolipids for use in personal care, home care, and industrial cleaning applications as biodegradable, non-toxic alternatives to petrochemical…
Single-use bioprocess solutions supplier for life sciences
BioPharma Dynamics is a supplier of single-use bioprocess solutions for the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. The company sources products from multiple market-leading manufacturers rather than tying customers to a single supplier range. Its portfolio spans hose and tubing, transfer sets, bags, fittings,…
AI analysis of brain MRI for neurological diagnosis and prognosis
Ainostics is a medical artificial intelligence company developing software that analyses brain scans and clinical data to support the diagnosis and prognosis of neurological disorders. Its platform derives detailed measures of brain tissue structure from routine MRI and compares them with healthy populations to detect…
Phosphoproteomics platform for kinase activity profiling and precision oncology
Kinomica is a UK precision medicine company developing phosphoproteomics technology for drug discovery and companion diagnostics. Its platform combines LC-MS/MS mass spectrometry with proprietary bioinformatics to measure kinase activity directly from patient samples, enabling drug target identification, monitoring of…
Bioanalytical CRO for drug quantification across development stages
Alderley Analytical is a contract research organisation providing bioanalytical testing services across the drug development continuum, from discovery through preclinical safety studies to clinical trials. The company specialises in mass spectrometry and ligand binding assays for the quantification of small molecules,…
UK manufacturer of autoclaves, sterilisers, and thermal processing equipment
LTE Scientific is a UK manufacturer and service provider of laboratory and medical equipment, specialising in autoclaves and steam sterilisers, thermal processing equipment, and controlled-environment chambers and rooms. Products serve pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, and research sectors, with applications…
Microbiology diagnostic reagents, IVD kits, and lab equipment
Pro-Lab Diagnostics is a manufacturer and distributor of microbiology diagnostic products for clinical laboratories, hospitals, and research facilities. The company's own-brand products include bacterial and fungal culture preservation systems, latex agglutination identification kits, and microbiological staining…
Nanotechnology-based point-of-care cardiovascular diagnostics for decentralised healthcare
The NanoBioTechnology Hub is a Manchester-based developer of miniaturised point-of-care diagnostic devices using nanotechnology and biotechnology. The company is developing an ultra-sensitive handheld device for pre-hospital cardiovascular biomarker analysis, using lateral flow technology and biointerfaced…
Non-CRISPR RNA-guided gene editing and modulation platform
Pencil Biosciences is a gene editing company developing a fully synthetic, RNA-guided genome modulation platform as an alternative to CRISPR-based technologies. The system is modular in design, significantly smaller than Cas-based tools, and intended to enable precise gene knock-ins without DNA cleavage. Primary…
Small molecule therapeutics targeting lipid-signalling pathways
Artelo Biosciences is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing small molecule therapeutics that modulate lipid-signalling pathways, including the endocannabinoid system. Its pipeline includes ART27.13, a peripherally selective cannabinoid receptor agonist in Phase 2 for cancer-associated anorexia and…
Chromatography columns and sample preparation products for analytical science
Phenomenex is a global manufacturer and supplier of analytical chemistry consumables and instruments, specialising in chromatography columns and sample preparation products for separation and purification applications. Products include HPLC, UHPLC, and GC columns, solid phase extraction cartridges, and bulk…
Molecular diagnostic kits and genomic services for clinical laboratories
Yourgene Health is a molecular diagnostics company developing, manufacturing and commercialising IVD reagent kits and genomic services for reproductive health, precision medicine and infectious disease. Its product portfolio includes NGS-based non-invasive prenatal testing kits, cystic fibrosis screening assays,…
Recombinant research proteins through innovative bioprocess engineering
Zeus Biologics is a biotechnology startup developing innovative bioprocess engineering approaches to reduce the cost of recombinant protein production for the research community. Founded by a former AstraZeneca biopharmaceutical development scientist, the company applies quality-by-design principles to biologics…
Contract microbiology testing and consultancy for industry and research
Orion Microbiology is a contract testing laboratory providing microbiological analysis, regulatory compliance testing, and consultancy services to pharmaceutical, cosmetics, veterinary, and environmental sectors. Operating from Sci-Tech Daresbury and adhering to ISO 17025 quality management principles, the company…
Bispecific antibody-drug conjugates for cancer-selective precision therapy
BiVictriX Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company developing bispecific antibody-drug conjugates for targeted cancer treatment. Its Bi-Cygni platform recognises combinations of two tumour-associated antigens to improve cancer-cell selectivity and limit effects on healthy tissues. Its lead solid-tumour candidate,…
Organelle engineering platform developing novel crop traits for agriculture
Cytotrait is a biotechnology company developing novel traits for food and agricultural crops. Its MOSS platform introduces genes and gene edits into plant organelles, including chloroplasts and mitochondria, enabling rapid homoplasmy across the plant. The approach aims to improve yield, resilience, disease resistance…
Infectious disease research platforms and industry-academic partnerships
iiCON (Infection Innovation Consortium) is a Liverpool-led research partnership accelerating the discovery and development of infectious disease interventions. Led by Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, it connects industry, academia and the NHS through specialist platforms covering antimicrobial discovery,…
Microbiological and chemical testing for water, pharmaceutical and healthcare samples
Cheshire Scientific is a microbiological and chemical analysis testing laboratory providing accredited sample testing for water, feed, food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and environmental samples. Services include testing for Legionella, coliform bacteria and Pseudomonas, serving clients across healthcare, education,…
Standardised mesenchymal stromal cell therapies for chronic tissue repair
TrophiCell develops cell therapies based on mesenchymal stromal cells, which release signals involved in tissue repair and immune regulation. Its patented production method aims to generate standardised cells at scale from a single donor, addressing variability associated with earlier cell therapy approaches. The…
Microbiology and biofilm testing contract research organisation
5D Health Protection Group is a UK-based contract research and microbiology testing organisation providing antimicrobial, biofilm and infection control research services to healthcare, medical device and industrial clients. The company offers accredited laboratory testing, product evaluation and outsourced R&D support…