New Orleans to Promote City’s Bio-Boom
The New Orleans BioInnovation Center is embarking on a new campaign to lure bio industry workers back to the city.
Month: May 2009
Brocair Publishes New Report on Generics Market
Brocair Partners LLC, an investment bank serving the healthcare industry, has published a new report on the generic pharmaceuticals sector.
BioNeutral to Expand Into Asia
BioNeutral Group, a developer of chemical-based technology, announced that they will form a new wholly owned subsidiary in Hong Kong to commercialize their proprietary chemical formulations throughout Asia.
OneMedPlace at 2009 BIO International Convention
OneMedPlace will be covering the 2009 BIO International Convention, the largest biotechnology event in the world. The BIO International Convention attracts the biggest names in biotech, […]
China Becoming Hot Spot for Western Pharma, Biotech Firms
Asian countries such as India and Japan have gained notoriety for their talented scientists and innovative contributions to the life sciences. Now, a new contender is emerging as a potential industry leader.
Bioject Signs With U.S. Navy for Malaria Vaccine
Bioject Medical Technologies, a developer of needle-free injection systems, has signed a cooperative R&D agreement with the U.S. Navy to use Bioject’s technology in a malaria vaccine the Navy is developing.
Electro-Optical Announces MelaFind Study Results
Electro-Optical Sciences has announced positive results in a clinical trial of the MelaFind System, a handheld imaging device that detects melanomas at an early stage.
Psilos Releases Forecast for Healthcare Industry
Healthcare venture capital firm Psilos has released their first annual report on the issues that will shape healthcare investing in 2009 and beyond.
AstraZeneca’s Heart Drug Beats Plavix in Phase III Study
Blood-thinning drug Plavix racks up over $8 billion in annual sales, but the blockbuster medication may have some new competition.
Covidien to Buy VNUS Medical Technologies
Forbes reports that medical device maker Covidien is buying VNUS Technologies for $440 million in cash.