PA Biotechnology Center to Begin $10 Million Expansion
Biotech incubator in Bucks County secures federal grant, launches major expansion project. - October 16, 2016
Living with Hepatitis B: Hepatitis B Foundation Launches Patient Storytelling Campaign
National nonprofit creates program to help people living with hepatitis B share their stories. - October 06, 2016
Hepatitis B Foundation Launches Comprehensive New Website to Celebrate 25th Anniversary
National nonprofit’s new website offers improved user experience, simplified navigation as a trusted global authority for information about hepatitis B. - September 24, 2016
Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Congratulates Michael J. Sofia on Receiving 2016 Lasker-DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award
Blumberg Institute professor receives celebrated scientific honor for his discovery of the cure for chronic hepatitis C infection. - September 17, 2016
PA Biotech Center Companies Showcased to Potential Investors at Second Annual "Entrepreneur Spotlight"
Baruch S. Blumberg Institute hosts Shark Tank-style event at the Pennsylvania Biotech Center, honors Barbara Schilberg, CEO of BioAdvance. - July 29, 2016
Philadelphia is "Making the Link" Between Viral Hepatitis and Liver Cancer
Hepatitis and cancer advocates urge Philadelphia city leaders to help decrease liver cancer rates by making chronic viral hepatitis testing and treatment a local priority. - June 04, 2016
Hepatology, Medicine and Policy Journal Publishes Findings from Hepatitis B Foundation "Gateway to Care" Campaign in China
Thought leaders in hepatitis B publish results of public health campaign in Haimen City, China. - May 21, 2016
Hepatitis B Foundation Marks 25th Anniversary at 2016 Crystal Ball Gala
Annual event raises nearly $125,000 for research and outreach to eliminate hepatitis B that affects more than 12 million Americans and 2 billion people worldwide. - April 21, 2016
Baruch S. Blumberg Institute and The Commonwealth Medical College to Hold Open House for Master of Biomedical Science Degree Program
Students can learn more about the life sciences graduate program offered in Doylestown. - February 11, 2016
Bucks County’s First Life Sciences Graduate Degree Now Offered at The Baruch S. Blumberg Institute
Partnership with The Commonwealth Medical College establishes innovative way to deliver its Master of Biomedical Science degree at the Blumberg Institute. - January 17, 2016
Hepatitis B Foundation Leaders Help Shape National Plan to Eliminate Hepatitis B and C
Drs. Robert Gish and Chari Cohen provide expert testimony to the National Academy of Medicine in support of a national strategy to eliminate chronic viral hepatitis in the United States by 2030. - January 10, 2016
Journal of the National Cancer Institute Publishes Summary of Hepatitis B Foundation’s Liver Cancer Workshop
Leaders in liver cancer outline ways to improve early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma. - December 23, 2015
Baruch S. Blumberg Institute to Host 15th Annual Regional Biotech Conference
Conference at PA Biotech Center to focus on reducing costs of drug development. - October 03, 2015
"Entrepreneur Spotlight" Showcases PA Biotech Companies to Potential Investors
The Baruch S. Blumberg Institute hosted the Shark Tank-style event at the Pennsylvania Biotech Center, and honored founders of Delaware Crossing Investor Group. - July 25, 2015
An Estimated 65,000 Philadelphians Are Living with Chronic Hepatitis B or C, and Most Go Undiagnosed and Untreated
Too many Philadelphians are dying prematurely of liver disease linked to infection with the hepatitis B or C viruses, hepatitis advocacy groups recently told Philadelphia City Council Members as they urged the council to support efforts to improve screening and care for at-risk... - June 19, 2015
Hepatitis B Foundation to Urge Philadelphia Leaders to Make Viral Hepatitis Prevention a Local Priority
Philly City Council asked to make at-risk populations chief concern in vaccination program. - June 04, 2015
Hepatitis B Foundation Marks 50th Anniversary of HBV Discovery at Its Crystal Ball Gala
Annual event raises $110,000 for research and outreach to eliminate hepatitis B that affects more than 12 million Americans and 2 billion people worldwide. - May 07, 2015
Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Partners with University of Pennsylvania for Master of Chemical Sciences Program
Partnership will offer work experience for Penn graduate students, research support for Institute - May 03, 2015
Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Recruits World-Class Hepatitis B Scientists
"All-star" researchers intend to develop breakthrough therapies for the viral liver infection within 3 years. - March 28, 2015
Hepatitis B Foundation to Honor Dr. Eugene Schiff with Blumberg Prize
Pioneering work in hepatitis B to be recognized with the foundation’s highest scientific honor. - March 19, 2015
Hepatitis B Foundation Welcomes Two New Board Members
Pharmaceutical industry executive Wayne Yetter and engineering industry executive Craig Esterly to serve on board of national nonprofit research and disease advocacy organization - January 29, 2015
Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center Hires New Chief Operating Officer
A 20-year veteran of behavioral health and social service sectors, Lou Kassa will direct daily operations at the Biotech Center, the Hepatitis B Foundation, and the Baruch S. Blumberg Institute. - December 18, 2014
Dr. Thomas Starzl Receives Hepatitis B Foundation’s Highest Scientific Honor
Historic transplant pioneer recognized as annual Crystal Ball raises more than $100,000 for research and outreach to eliminate hepatitis B that affects 2 million Americans and 400 million worldwide. - April 26, 2014
Hepatitis B Foundation Welcomes Dr. Robert Gish as Medical Director
Renowned leader in the field of liver disease takes on new role leading advocacy and research. - February 13, 2014
The Hepatitis B Foundation’s Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Hosts the 13th Annual Regional Biotech Conference
Company leaders gathered at the PA Biotechnology Center to discuss ways to get products to market faster, saving valuable time and money during the process. - November 20, 2013
Hepatitis B Foundation’s Research Institute Renamed for Co-Founder and Nobel Prize Winner Dr. Baruch S. Blumberg
Doylestown research institute changes name to honor Nobel Prize winner. - October 09, 2013
Hepatitis B Foundation Adds Dr. Walter Tsou and Deborah L. Faust to Board of Directors
National Nonprofit Dedicated to Finding a Cure for Hepatitis B Welcomes Former Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Walter Tsou and Pharmaceutical Industry Executive Deborah L. Faust to Board. - September 26, 2013
Joan Block of the Hepatitis B Foundation Honored by Viral Hepatitis Action Coalition of the Centers for Disease Control Foundation
Bucks County executive honored for national advocacy on behalf of healthcare workers and medical students fighting against discrimination. - August 10, 2013
HepB Fndn Honors Dr. Purcell Fmr Ch. of Hepatitis Viruses Sec. at NIH; Most Successful Gala to Date
National Nonprofit Raises More Than $100,000 to Support its Global Hepatitis B Research, Outreach & Patient Advocacy - June 01, 2013
Hepatitis B Foundation to Host Annual Crystal Ball Fundraiser on May 3, 2013
National Nonprofit Dedicated to Curing Hepatitis B Honors Former Chief of Hepatitis Viruses Section, NIAID of the National Institutes of Health – Dr. Robert Purcell - March 27, 2013
Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center Responsible for 573 Jobs and $579 Million
Economic Impact Study Reveals Huge Benefits for the Community of Bucks County and Pennsylvania - March 10, 2013
Hepatitis B Foundation Receives $125,000 Grant from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Nonprofit Selected by CDC for Leadership of Hep B United Philadelphia Campaign - December 06, 2012
Chari Cohen Promoted to Hepatitis B Foundation Director of Public Health and Recipient of Bucks County Forty Under 40 Award
Hepatitis B Foundation Promotes Accomplished Staff Member and Celebrates Her Community Leadership Award Honor. - November 18, 2012
Hepatitis B Foundation and Institute for Hepatitis and Virus Research Host Biotech Success-Themed Regional Biotech Conference
Philadelphia-area Entrepreneurs Share Biotech Success Stories During the Worst of Economic Times at Regional Industry Conference - November 08, 2012
Hepatitis B Foundation Adds Dr. Ford-Hutchinson to Board of Directors
National Nonprofit Dedicated to Finding a Cure for Hepatitis B Welcomes Former Merck & Co. Executive Anthony W. Ford-Hutchinsonto Board. - September 28, 2012
Institute for Hepatitis and Virus Research Receives Significant State Grant for Two-Year Research Project Focusing on New Liver Cancer Treatment
Institute for Hepatitis and Virus Research Receives Significant State Grant for Two-Year Research Project Focusing on New Liver Cancer Treatment - September 16, 2012
Hepatitis B Foundation Honors U.S. Assistant Secretary for Health Dr. Howard Koh and Breaks Fundraising Record at Crystal Ball
Philadelphia-area Nonprofit Raises More Than $102,000 to Support its Global Hepatitis B Research, Outreach & Patient Advocacy - May 31, 2012
Hep B United Philadelphia and Hepatitis B Foundation Announce Grand Prize Winner of “B A Hero” PSA Video Contest
Distinguished Panel of Judges Identify Finalist in PSA Video Contest to Help Save Lives and Stop Hepatitis B - May 13, 2012
Book “Einstein’s Table” Tells Story of Hepatitis B
“Einstein’s Table: The Search to Find a Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B,” by Kimberly Jungkind, Raises Awareness and Chronicles Hepatitis B Foundation’s Inspirational Story - May 03, 2012
Hepatitis B Foundation Hosts Crystal Ball on April 27, 2012 Honoring Dr. Howard Koh
Nonprofit Dedicated to Eliminating Hepatitis B Honors Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services with the Baruch S. Blumberg Prize for Leadership - March 29, 2012
Hep B Free Philadelphia Launches “B A Hero” Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest in the City of Brotherly Love
Citywide and Community-Owned Education Campaign Led by the Hepatitis B Foundation Offers Photo Contest and Prizes - March 10, 2012
Hepatitis B Foundation Adds New Members to Board of Directors
National Nonprofit Dedicated to Hepatitis B Approves Distinguished Leaders to Board - February 29, 2012
Hep B Free Philadelphia and Hepatitis B Foundation Launch “Where is the Hep B Hero?” Contest & Sweepstakes
Support Hep B Free Philadelphia and Find the “Hep B Hero” – Five Chances to Win - February 17, 2012
“B A Hero” PSA Video Contest Announced by Hep B Free Philadelphia and Hepatitis B Foundation
Help Save Lives and Stop Hepatitis B Through a PSA Video Contest - January 26, 2012
Jim Horan Named Hepatitis B Foundation COO
James Horan has been named the Chief Operating and Financial Officer of the Hepatitis B Foundation, a world-class nonprofit research organization headquartered in Doylestown, Pa. - February 20, 2008