Newcastle firm LightOx selected for NATO defence innovation programme

14 May 2026 · Originally published 13 May 2026 9/10 Original headline: Pioneering Newcastle firm picked by NATO to help treat frontline soldiers

Newcastle-based life sciences company LightOx has been chosen by NATO to develop its light-activated wound treatment technology for frontline use. The firm's innovative molecule is designed to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria, offering a promising new way to treat injuries both in military settings and civilian healthcare.

Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear

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