Synterex Blog

Henrietta Lacks, an African-American woman, unknowingly contributed to one of the most significant advancements in medical science when cells taken from her cervical cancer biopsy in 1951 were used to create the first immortal human cell line, known as HeLa cells.

In the ever-evolving landscape of medical research, drug repurposing has emerged as a groundbreaking approach, proving that sometimes old dogs can indeed learn new tricks.  Drug repurposing, also known as drug repositioning or drug reprofiling, refers to the process of identifying new uses for existing drugs that are already approved for other indications.

COVID-19 began as an unexplained respiratory illness in Wuhan, China and quickly spread throughout the world, killing millions of people.

Entrepreneurship is often celebrated as a path to independence, innovation, and success. Last year, we highlighted the diversity and opportunity that come with starting a business. But as rewarding as entrepreneurship can be, it’s also a journey that can feel isolating at times.

<p>Deadlines to meet, projects to juggle, and dynamic demands? Work can be stressful at times. It’s no wonder people feel anxious and overwhelmed. Well, that’s when you might want to spend some time on a yoga mat! Physical and mental health are strongly related, and their relationship is well described in literature, too. Frequent stress&hellip;</p>

In today's ever-evolving work environment, shaped by the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the once-standard 9-to-5 office routine is rapidly becoming obsolete. This shift is ushering in the era of remote work, with various professions embracing change seamlessly. Among them, medical writing stands out as particularly well suited to adapting to this new way of working.

Step into the dynamic world of medical writing at Synterex and discover a day in the life of our talented medical writer, Cheryl Kolus. 

Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Taylor Friend, one of our amazing medical writers. Read our Q&A with her below. 

People started becoming afraid of aspartame after its labeling as “possibly carcinogenic to humans” by the World Health Organization (WHO) on July 13, 2023. Since then, there has been ongoing discussion about aspartame’s carcinogenic potential.  What is aspartame?

Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Swetha Pothula, one of our amazing senior medical writers. Read our Q&A with her below. 

In today’s digital age, accessibility in technology is not just a feature—it's a necessity. As a disabled-owned company, we recognize the importance of creating tools that everyone can use, particularly when it comes to AI-enabled and intelligent authoring systems.

Today's Employee Spotlight is on Lizz Patterson, our hardworking business operations associate. Read our Q&A with her below. 

We’ve all seen a lot of articles in the last few years about the pros and cons of the remote work environment.

<p>Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Julia Kobel, one of our talented medical writers. Read our Q&amp;A with her below.  Where are you from?   Lexington, MA   How long have you worked at Synterex?   6 years   What is your favorite thing about the company?   It’s a small company, so everything is much more personal. My colleagues are&hellip;</p>

Interested in becoming a Certified Rat Tickler? It’s not a joke; the certification is offered through Purdue University (Indiana, USA), and it can be important for laboratory animal welfare as well as improving the ease of handling rats used in research. 

Many side effects can result from poor posture: shoulder, neck and back pain, circulation issues, dizziness and even depression, to name a few. 

Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Diksha Diundi, one of our fantastic medical writing fellows. Read our Q&A with her below. 

My idea of life at eighteen was very different than it is from life now at twenty-three. I think we’ve all been there: wanting to grow up, needing to be our own person, and dying for some independence.

Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Shoshana Hereld, our amazing accounting assistant. Read our Q&A with her below.

Today’s Employee Spotlight is on Kelsea Medeiros, one of our talented medical writing operations associates. Read our Q&A with her below.