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Meteor Biotech has entered the European market with the installation of its CosmoSort™ spatial biology platform at VIB, Belgium’s leading life sciences research institute. The milestone marks the company’s fi rst European deployment of its pioneering cell-sorting technology, designed to isolate precise cells and tissue regions without disturbing their biological context.


Researchers at VIB will begin on-site testing of CosmoSort, which captures the spatial and molecular behaviour of organisms in real time, generating rich, high-resolution data within milliseconds. The collaboration introduces a new phase in spatial analysis, allowing scientists to move beyond static imaging toward actionable biological understanding.


Developed by Seoul-based spatial omics specialist Meteor Biotech, CosmoSort merges targeted cell isolation with deep molecular profi ling. Its arrival in Europe refl ects both the company’s global expansion and the growing


demand for technologies linking tissue visualisation to molecular data.


“Collaborating with the researchers at VIB, one of the world’s foremost life science institutions, is an important step in our international journey,” said Amos Lee, CEO of Meteor Biotech. “Having established our footprint across Asia and North America, entering Europe marks the beginning of a broader transformation in spatial omics. We believe CosmoSort will set a new benchmark for spatial isolation and discovery.”


VIB, home to nearly 2,000 scientists, conducts research spanning molecular biology, disease mechanisms, and sustainable agriculture. By integrating CosmoSort into its infrastructure, the institute gains a powerful tool to dissect complex cellular behaviour - enabling studies with far-reaching implications for cancer, neuroscience, and developmental biology.


“CosmoSort’s fl exibility is particularly exciting,” said Bram Van den Bergh, technology


Strategic appointment to drive future growth


across AECO’s operating companies and played a key role in improving operational effectiveness and organisational alignment.


As President, Maryann will oversee AECO’s three operating businesses: Alloy Engineering in Berea, Ohio, which specialises in custom metal fabrications for high-temperature and corrosive environments; Mach3 Machining in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, providing large- diameter turning and precision machining services; and Thermcraft in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, a manufacturer of industrial thermal-processing equipment including furnaces and ovens.


AECO Corp has announced the promotion of Maryann Remner to President, effective immediately. In this role, she will provide leadership across the organisation and its three operating subsidiaries, supporting continued growth and operational performance.


Maryann has been part of AECO for nearly seven years, initially joining as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. During this time, she strengthened customer engagement, expanded the company’s market presence, and delivered sustained commercial growth. She was later promoted to Chief Operating Offi cer, where she assumed broader responsibility


“I’m honoured to lead AECO and its exceptional team into the future,” said Maryann Remner. “As an ESOP company, our success is shared by every employee- owner, and I’m committed to upholding the values that make AECO unique. Together, we’ll continue to deliver innovative solutions, strengthen customer partnerships, and create opportunities that benefi t both our customers and our people.”


Lee Watson will continue in his role as Chief Executive Offi cer through 2027. Following his retirement, he plans to remain actively involved with AECO as a member of the Board of Directors.


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by Gwyneth Astles The latest news from the science industry


Spatial biology reaches Europe with VIB installation


Bram Van den Bergh, technology expert at VIB’s Tech Watch Core, and Meteor Biotech team members. Credit: Meteor Biotech


expert at VIB’s Tech Watch Core. “Its open architecture and speed make it a strong candidate for future multi-omics workfl ows. If its performance matches expectations, this system could integrate seamlessly with our existing spatial setups and unlock study designs that weren’t previously possible.”


CosmoSort’s infrared laser-based isolation technique preserves tissue integrity while extracting specifi c cells or regions of interest. Its gravity-based retrieval minimises contamination and ensures reproducibility, critical for high-quality research. Capable of processing one cell or region per second, the platform combines speed with precision for both focused and large-scale studies.


VIB’s installation also refl ects a growing focus on tools that deliver both proteomic and transcriptomic insight. CosmoSort supports full-length transcriptome reads for unbiased RNA analysis and is compatible with high-end mass spectrometry, enabling the generation


of comprehensive protein libraries for de novo discovery.


“Until now, researchers often had to choose between precision and throughput,” added Lee. “CosmoSort removes that compromise. Scientists can now isolate only the cells or regions that matter, without damaging surrounding tissue or sequencing entire slides unnecessarily. It’s about turning complexity into clarity - faster.”


Installed in September and now fully operational, CosmoSort will serve both as a research instrument and as a demonstration platform within VIB’s spatial biology programme, allowing joint teams to showcase its capabilities to other research groups across Europe.


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Rare intestinal transplant gives


patient a second chance


the Transplantation Department, together with Dr Aviad Gravetz and a multidisciplinary team including Drs Vladimir Tennak and Fahim Kanani. Daniel is now hospitalised in the general intensive care unit, stable and awake.


The team of surgeons during the small intestine transplant surgery. Credit: Rabin Medical Center’s Spokesperson


Doctors at Rabin Medical Center in Petach Tikva have performed a rare and complex intestinal transplant on Daniel Haim Biton, a 36-year-old man who lived 17 years without a functioning digestive system. Until now, Daniel relied entirely on total parenteral nutrition delivered through a central vein. Thanks to the transplant, he is expected to regain full digestive function, eat normally, and return to daily life without medical devices or dietary restrictions.


The life-changing procedure was made possible through the organ donation of a six-year-old child who passed away from fl u complications. The seven-hour surgery was performed by Dr Eviatar Nesher, Director of


Daniel, a trained chef, had dreamed of working in the culinary fi eld since childhood but was forced to limit his activities due to his medical condition. At 19, he underwent multiple surgeries to remove polyps and tumours, culminating in the removal of his intestines. Over the years, he also underwent liver surgery and endured complications that prevented normal digestion. “I lost the ability to truly eat. I felt no taste, no satiety. The transplant will give me back the human feeling of eating like everyone else. It is like being born again,” he said.


“This is one of the most complex and rare procedures and requires precise coordination between multiple teams and advanced surgical skills,” said Dr Nesher. “Daniel is a true fi ghter. His strength and resilience have moved us all. Thanks to the organ donation from a noble family, he is expected to regain the ability to live fully, work, and pursue his dreams.”


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