Biopharmaceutical company ObsEva signs deal with Merck Serono to develop its compounds for treating preterm labour, funded by $34.4m series A financing from Sofinnova Partners, Sofinnova Ventures and Novo A/S.

Oxford spin-out Oxford Advanced Surfaces halts investment in VISARC technology.

A study of steady support for innovation.

In this issue, we look at the UK, Sweden, Denmark and Norway.

Saudi Aramco Energy Ventures invests in Norwegian technology company InflowControl.

Ten Irish companies are participating in a Google-backed incubation programme to help develop their online brands and retain Irish consumers.

Outgoing president of the Institution of Engineering and Technology Andy Hopper calls for universities to give more IP to SMEs.