Thermo Fisher Scientific shares rise 2.73% intraday after announcing new electron microscopes and licensing agreement expansion.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. rose 2.73% intraday, with the company announcing the retirement of its Chief Financial Officer, Stephen Williamson, and the appointment of Jim Meyer as his successor. Additionally, Thermo Fisher Scientific launched two new electron microscopes, the Thermo Scientific Scios 3, which will significantly contribute to the democratization of research in the sciences. The company also expanded its licensing agreement with Genovis, gaining access to patented enzyme technology for the development of therapeutic antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs).