Competition breeds innovation, and the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) market, once a fairly quiet arena, is now positioned to host some spirited activity that should lead to new technologies. Several large device manufacturers have recently moved into the ENT space, and the sinus treatment segment of the market has become one of the focal points for emerging competitors, as companies work toward less-invasive treatment options.

Merit Medical Systems is augmenting its interventional radiology business with the $96 million acquisition of embolic microsphere marketer BioSphere Medical, announced May 13

South Korea has formulated new detailed policy measures to support the formation of major bioclusters, which will offer tax and other incentives in a bid to lure foreign firms and talent.