Korean bioventure ViGenCell successfully completes an IPO on the Kosdaq market with strong subscription rates from investors, reflecting the continued keen interest in biopharma shares in South Korea this year.

Clinicians who work with stroke patients are beginning to look at robotics and other innovative technologies in rehabilitation that could allow for more treatments without increasing staffing. Young companies with products in development compete with established players in this market, which eventually could become more important to providers as reform efforts move ahead.

Start-Up's monthly comprehensive review of emerging life science companies that have received venture funding during the month, including companies in the pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostic and research instrumentation and reagent sectors.

A roundup of recent medtech strategic alliances, mergers & acquisitions and financings.