The Impact of Life Sciences on Global Health

By Sharee Narciso

June 26, 2024

Photo of the Life Science Industry Awards winners

A Preview of the Life Science Industry Awards 2024

The Life Science Industry Awards 2024, set to take place on 27th June 2024, at Crowne Plaza Hotel, Santry, will celebrate significant advancements in the life sciences sector. This event will recognise the innovators and leaders transforming healthcare and advancing global health.

As we look ahead to the Life Science Industry Awards 2024, let’s first reflect on the incredible achievements and groundbreaking innovations celebrated at last year’s event.

A Look Back: Highlights from the 2023 Life Science Industry Awards

Relive the excitement of last year's Life Science Industry Awards. Celebrate 2023’s groundbreaking innovations and the dedication of professionals driving progress in life sciences.

What’s In Store for The 2024 Awards

Building on the excitement of 2023, the 2024 Life Science Industry Awards will honour exceptional contributions to life sciences. Key categories include Life Sciences Company of the Year, divided into small, medium, and large categories, celebrating impactful companies like Neurovalens and Janssen Sciences Ireland.

The Product Impact Award highlights products significantly improving patient lives, while the Digital Transformation Award recognises advancements in digital healthcare strategies. Additionally, the Sustainability Award honours companies committed to reducing carbon emissions and waste.

Recognising Product Impact

Among the varied categories this year, the Product Impact Award is prominent, highlighting innovations that have significantly enhanced patient care and outcomes. Notable examples include Deciphex’s Diagnexia, which has advanced pathology diagnostics, and Envetec Sustainable Technologies’ GENERATIONS®, which has substantially reduced biohazardous waste emissions.

The 2023 Winner of the Product Impact Award

“We were absolutely delighted. We jumped for joy and we really celebrated so hard because we weren't expecting it, at the same time it's a huge honour. It's great for the whole team and it's a really good feeling to actually win an award. It was really nice process entering — and the event tonight has just been fantastic.”

– Cathy FitzGerald, Director of Marketing & Business Development, DMF SYSTEMS

Celebrating Digital Transformation

The awards will also highlight digital advancements with the Digital Transformation Award, recognising technology's crucial role in healthcare. Nominees include Janssen Sciences Ireland for their ambitious digital strategy enhancing efficiency and decision-making, and Gilead Sciences Ireland for significant achievements in waste management and sustainability.

These nominations underscore the vital role of digital innovation in advancing healthcare.

A Commitment to Sustainability

As we celebrate technological advancements, it’s equally important to acknowledge efforts in environmental sustainability. The Sustainability Award will honour companies setting benchmarks in eco-friendly practices.

Astellas Ireland Kerry Plant, for instance, has made remarkable strides in reducing carbon emissions and waste, setting a benchmark for sustainable practices that benefit both people and the planet.

The 2023 Awardee for Innovation of the Year

Innovation remains at the core of life sciences. The Innovation of the Year award will recognise groundbreaking developments pushing the boundaries of healthcare, with nominees such as Deciphex’s AI-driven colorectal cancer screening programme and Diaceutics’ DXRX platform, revolutionising precision medicine diagnostics and treatment access.

These innovations showcase the cutting-edge developments that are driving the life sciences field into new frontiers of patient care and treatment​​.

Honouring Leading Companies

Finally, we will celebrate companies making major contributions to healthcare. The Life Sciences Company of the Year awards will honor excellence across small, medium, and large enterprises.

Companies like Neurovalens, Arrotek Medical, and Janssen Sciences Ireland exemplify dedication and innovation, driving global health advancements.

Stay tuned for next week’s newsletter where we will reveal the winners!