News from the life sciences and technology sectors north of Boston |
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The U.K. announced plans to ban children under 16 from accessing major social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube, Facebook, and X, beginning in early 2027. The move follows similar actions in Australia and reflects a growing global effort to address concerns about social media’s impact on youth mental health and online safety. While supporters argue the restrictions will better protect children from harmful content and excessive screen time, technology companies and some experts question whether age-verification measures can be effectively enforced and warn that teens may migrate to less regulated online spaces. Read more in The Boston Globe. |
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Financial Times reports that Boston has been named the best US city for foreign multinationals to do business. Despite the city's higher costs, it topped the fourth annual FT-Nikkei Investing in America ranking as companies prioritize skilled workers and research networks.
Co-founder and CEO Mo Alkhadra of Lithios (196 Boston Avenue, Medford) was attracted to MIT because of its focus on an "entrepreneurial career journey" rather than a purely academic one. Alkhadra said the network of mentors, colleagues, and investors that no other city could offer is "the biggest driver for why we remain here." Read more. |
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Simon Xi, Ph.D., CEO of Rgenta (300 TradeCenter, Woburn), presented at ASGCT 2026 last month. Xi spoke to BiotechTV about its RSwitch technology, which allows fine tuning or switching on/off transgene expression with an oral small molecule and enabling a new set of tunable gene therapy applications. Watch. |
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A team from MassTech Collaborative’s Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) recently visited Capybara Energy to tour its manufacturing facility at Cummings Park in Woburn. The company is supported by a $1.17M award through the Massachusetts Manufacturing Innovation Initiative (M2I2).
At its Woburn facility, Capybara is working to manufacture long-duration, high-performance supercapacitors designed to support grid-scale energy storage. The technology is focused on delivering safe, environmentally friendly energy storage solutions that can help strengthen energy infrastructure and support future power demand. |
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Two leading firms are hosting a major auction of scientific equipment and office furniture, providing an opportunity to acquire valuable equipment at competitive pricing.
The auction begins Monday, June 22 at 9:00 AM and closing begins on Thursday, June 25 at 11:00 AM.
Items include chromatography, nanoparticle assembly, analytical instruments, bioreactors, imaging, laboratory support, sterilization and utilities, facility and infrastructure, and office furniture. Learn more and review assets. |
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Join Middlesex 3 Coalition for an interactive discussion bringing together leaders from across the life sciences and healthcare ecosystem. This event will explore the key factors shaping the industry’s future, including how AI is advancing research, operations, and patient care; the workforce challenges facing employers; and the evolving talent and infrastructure needs of a rapidly growing sector. Tuesday, June 16, 8:30 - 11:30 AM, Northeastern University Innovation Campus, Burlington. Register. |
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As part of its "Meet your Startup Support System" series, Mass Innovation Network is hosting a virtual event with Massachusetts Life Sciences Center. The goal of this initiative is to inform founders and startup teams on organizations that can support their commercialization and scaling journey in Massachusetts. Dr. Carla Reimold and Cinar Efe Sumer will review programs and grants available to support life sciences startups. Thursday, June 16, 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Register. |
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Next week, North Shore Technology Council presents "Planning for the Future: Evaluating Exit Strategies in Life Sciences." This panel discussion and networking event will review the pros and cons of IPO vs. M&A for small to mid-sized biopharma companies looking to grow or expand their science. Join us at 12 Gill Street, Suite 3500 in Woburn and view an available lab suite. Drinks and refreshments will be served. Thursday, June 25, 4:00 - 7:00 PM. Register.
Not a member of NSTC? Use "Cummings Clients" registration with code ClientPerk to receive the discounted member rate. |
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Attending the BIO International Conference next week in San Diego? Be sure to stop by the Massachusetts Pavilion, showcasing the local Massachusetts life sciences industry. Monday, June 22 - Thursday, June 25. Learn more. |
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12 Gill Street, Woburn - 21,652 SF Corner Suite
Suites 3500, 3700, and 3850 |
Join established and emerging biotechnology companies in the Woburn life sciences cluster at 12 Gill Street, located just off I-95 near the I-93 interchange. The area features numerous dining and shopping amenities, including the nearby Woburn Village lifestyle center, and is served by MBTA bus and commuter rail and Logan Express. |
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Suite features include:
- Corner suite with two balconies
- Expansive window line
- Private offices and open floor area
- Kitchen/break room
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- Six chemical fume hoods
- Access to shared 60-kW backup generator
- Process piping
- Milli-Q water system
- Tissue culture room
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- Make-up air and dedicated exhaust
- Lab sink(s) with point-of-use acid neutralization tank
- Metal casework with resin countertops and reagent shelving
- Eyewash station
- Vinyl-faced ceiling tiles
- Epoxy-painted walls
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We welcome your feedback on this newsletter and invite readers to share company news, personnel changes, product launches, funding updates, events, and more. Contact Sue Howland, client engagement manager, at svh@cummings.com to offer your news for upcoming newsletters. We look forward to hearing from you. |
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