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Finally, the market wakes up to resistance

Novartis’s move to take over UK biotech NeuTec Pharma at a large premium highlights how the so-called “superbugs” have reinvigorated pharma’s interest in antibiotics.

EU to consult on laboratory animals

The European Commission launched a nine-week internet consultation with experts and the public, soliciting views on how to improve the welfare of laboratory animals.

Starting a tech company: Crazy or WISe?

Carlos Moreira, co-founder and chairman of Swiss data-encryption firm WISekey, talks to Science|Business editor Richard L. Hudson on the travails of entrepreneurship.