What happened: Croda, a 100-year-old company from East Yorkshire, developed a treatment for a rare disease. This achievement has been adapted into a Hollywood story.
Why it matters:
- Highlights innovation from a longstanding UK-based business.
- Raises awareness of rare disease treatments and their impact.
MNN Take: Croda's breakthrough shows how scientific advances from established firms can reach wider audiences through media, emphasising the importance of medical innovation.
Sources: BBC Business