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Rosa & Co and Vitalea Science to Present at ASPCT 2011 Meeting
In collaboration with Vitalea Science, Inc., Rosa & Co will present a poster at the 2011 American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics in Dallas, TX entitled "Compartmental Analysis of Urosodiol PK in Neonates using AMS " at 8:00 am on March 4, 2011. - February 16, 2011 - Rosa & Co LLC
Tocomin Palm Tocotrienol Complex Won Ingredient of 2010 Award
Tocomin was selected because it has cutting edge science; is effective and natural. - February 12, 2011 - Carotech Inc.
Partners Annette Hunter and Devon Shaw Launch San Francisco-Based Pharmaceutical and Medical Meetings Company — Bright Meetings & Events
Bright Meetings & Events provides premiere meetings and events management services to pharmaceutical, biotech and medical corporations in the San Francisco Bay area. - February 11, 2011 - Bright Meetings & Events
MedPro Rx, Inc. Participating in National Hemophilia Foundation’s Annual Washington Days Event
Specialty Pharmacy to Join Bleeding Disorders Community in Efforts to Impact the Legislative Process - February 11, 2011 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
DirectRooms.com – Sofitel Heathrow to Host Major Pharmaceutical and Science Forum 2011
One of the premier names in technology and research, Oracle, will this year be hosting its prestigious Health Sciences Innovation Forum Europe at the Sofitel Hotel Heathrow. - February 11, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
SynTegra Solutions Announce Expansion of Audit Services
SynTegra Solutions has announced an expansion of their services to include audits of reverse distributors. Validating return transactions to insure compliance with the manufacturer’s return policy is paramount to closing profit leaks. “With returns running at 1-2% of gross sales, many... - February 10, 2011 - SynTegra Solutions, Inc.
AdvantaPure(R) to Feature Single Use Systems at Spring Trade Show Appearances—Events Include Interphex and the PDA Meeting
AdvantaPure will exhibit its high purity tubing, manifolds, and disposable fluid processing systems at five pharmaceutical industry shows this spring. In addition to Interphex and the annual PDA Meeting, AdvantaPure will appear at Single Use Systems 2011 and two ISPE events. All five appearances give customers and prospects one-on-one contact with AdvantaPure’s engineers and the opportunity to discuss their single use and fluid transfer applications. - February 10, 2011 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Trudy Haynes Show Fighting the Rising Cost of Prescription Drugs
Interview with Gerard Ferro of Free For All, Inc. ® on the RxCut® Plus Healthcare Discount Program- Featuring the Equalizer in Healthcare. - February 10, 2011 - Free For All, Inc.
Executive Leaders Radio Features Founder and C.E.O of the RxCut® Plus Free Healthcare Discount Program, Gerard Ferro
Executive Leaders Radio hosts, Herb Cohen and Dean Schwartz interviewed Gerard Ferro, founder and C.E.O of Free For All, Inc.®, amongst other executive leaders, on Friday, January 21, 2011 at the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce. The interview focused on the beginning of the executive... - February 10, 2011 - Free For All, Inc.
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Reengineers Sales Process in the Cloud with Salesforce
Salesforce, the enterprise cloud computing company, today announced that pharmaceutical company, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, has deployed its CRM across 200 users within 60 days. - February 10, 2011 - Bodhtree
Pacific Biomarkers Names Sheri’ DuMond as Its New Director of Business Development
Pacific Biomarkers, Inc. (PBI) (OTCBB: PBMC), a provider of biomarker laboratory services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and diagnostics industries, has promoted Sheri’ DuMond to Director of Business Development following her role as Senior Associate Director of Business Development at... - February 04, 2011 - Pacific Biomarkers Inc
BodyLogicMD Physicians Recommend Pharmaceutical Grade Supplements
BodyLogicMD's Dr. Jeffrey Donohue Offers Advice on Choosing a Supplement Plan that’s Right for You. - January 28, 2011 - BodyLogicMD
Susan Schniepp, VP of Quality at OSO BioPharmaceuticals, Elected to PDA Board of Directors
Susan Schniepp, vice president of quality at OSO BioPharmaceuticals Manufacturing, LLC, has been elected to the board of directors at the Parenteral Drug Association (PDA). Schniepp has enjoyed a long and productive relationship with the PDA. In addition to serving on numerous committees and being... - January 28, 2011 - OSO BioPharmaceuticals Manufacturing, LLC
CIS’ Erica L. Brooks Receives ASQ Certification in Quality Auditing
CIS, a pharmaceutical compliance consulting firm, is pleased to announce that Erica L. Brooks has completed the requirements to be named by the Certification Board of the American Society for Quality as an ASQ-Certified Quality Auditor. As such, she has reached a significant level of professional recognition, indicating a proficiency in and a comprehension of quality auditing tools and techniques. - January 26, 2011 - Compliance Implementation Services
Krzeminski to Lead CIS Audit Service Offerings
Tim Krzeminski has joined Compliance Implementation Services as director of its pharmaceutical consulting group. Mr. Krzeminski will assist business development in promoting the depth of expertise of CIS’ audit services consultants and assist clients in realizing the monetary and efficiency benefits of value-added audits across their business. He will also be responsible for assigning consultants to existing projects, supervising staff utilization, and managing project financials across CIS. - January 20, 2011 - Compliance Implementation Services
Foamix Announces Phase II Clinical Trial of Topical Minocycline Foam for Rosacea
The first-in-class topical Minocycline product, protected by 4 patent applications, is directed for the treatment of Rosacea, Acne, Skin Infections and Chronic Wounds - January 20, 2011 - Foamix Ltd
Ameridose Opens New State-of-the-Art Sterile Admixing Facility
Ameridose, LLC, nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is pleased to announce the opening of its third and newest manufacturing facility. Located in Westborough, MA, the new 70,000 sq. ft. facility has been constructed using the finest building materials and contains state-of-the-art clean room equipment. - January 19, 2011 - Ameridose, LLC
Healthcare Discount Program Launches Their New Equalizer: Providing Lower Prices on Prescriptions Than Insurance Co-Payments
Consumers can now avoid paying more for their prescriptions than necessary by using the Free RxCut® Plus healthcare discount card- the Equalizer in healthcare. - January 19, 2011 - Free For All, Inc.
MedPro Rx, Inc. Introduces New Online Game to Help Children with Chronic Illness
Local Specialty Pharmacy Offers Memory Match on Kids Website. - January 16, 2011 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
SigmaPhone Launches iPharmacy V3.2
SigmaPhone launches a new version of iPharmacy—The Drug and Medication Guide, the best paid medical iPhone app of 2010. In this new version, SigmaPhone has made a couple of improvements to the user interface of the iPhone app making it more user-friendly and providing better user experience. - January 16, 2011 - SigmaPhone
BPA in Medical Devices - is This a Concern? Carmel Pharma's PhaSeal Closed-System Drug Transfer Device (CSTD) Does Not Contain BPA.
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a substance used to make common polycarbonate plastic. However, the growing global concern regarding the health effects of this substance has lead several countries and organizations to issue health warnings. BPA will be banned in the manufacture of baby bottles 2011 in the... - January 14, 2011 - Carmel Pharma
Pacific Biomarkers, Inc. Announces Awards of Major Research Contracts
Pacific Biomarkers, Inc. (OTCBB: PBMC, “PBI”), a provider of biomarker laboratory services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and diagnostics industries, announced today that it has been awarded two major research contracts with two multinational pharmaceutical companies (the... - January 13, 2011 - Pacific Biomarkers Inc
New Medimix Asia Commercial Manager Brings Valuable Experience in Chinese Lifesciences Market
Medimix Asia announces the appointment of Jiayin He as Commercial Manager in its Shanghai office. Ms. He brings a comprehensive knowledge of the fields of biotechnology and chemistry, as well as medical research, license applications, and pharmaceutical sales in the Chinese hospital environment. This combined understanding of medical research and Chinese doctors’ behavior promises to offer invaluable insights to life science companies seeking to enter or expand in the Asian markets. - January 12, 2011 - Medimix International
iPharmacy Named the Best iPhone App for Prescription Reference
iPharmacy was featured in a new book, “Best iPhone Apps,” by J D Biersdorfer J.D. as the “Best iPhone App for Prescription Reference.” - January 06, 2011 - SigmaPhone
Affinity Life Sciences Announces Expansion of Their cGMP Manufacturing Facility to Provide Additional Capacity for Biomarker Assay Development and Lyophilization Services
Affinity Life Sciences, Inc. is a New England based contract manufacturing and research organization committed to providing scientific and quality expertise to meet the unique production demands of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries worldwide. Affinity's introduction of this space allows for even greater capacity and efficiency for projects ranging from R&D to cGMP compliant production. - December 31, 2010 - Affinity Life Sciences
Biotage Extends Capabilities with Addition of PEG Resins for Solid Phase Peptide Synthesis
Biotage announces the addition of ChemMatrix® resins to its extensive offering of peptide synthesis and purification products. ChemMatrix offers substantial advantages over traditional PS and PEG based resins for solid phase peptide synthesis. - December 08, 2010 - Biotage
CIS Makes Catching Up with Supplier Audits Easier with Free Program Assessment for Pharma Manufacturers
Compliance Implementation Services (CIS), a pharmaceutical compliance consulting firm, announced today that it will offer a free supplier management program assessment to pharmaceutical manufacturers in an effort to assist them with their 2010-2011 supplier audits. “As a former Director of... - December 08, 2010 - Compliance Implementation Services
Breakthrough in Telehealth, Introducing the MedPod by Daya Medicals
This week for the first time, Daya Medicals, Inc. will present its game-changing patient-centered medication dispensing and data coordinating “cloud” based hub (newest product), the MedPod, to a select group of industry specialists and health care professionals in Miami. - December 08, 2010 - Daya Medicals
Spotaway™- a Licensed Cream for the Treatment of Acne, Spots & Pimples
Chrysalis Health & Beauty Limited have announced the availability of Spotaway™ a licensed OTC medicine for the treatment of Acne, Spots and Pimples for private labeling in the UK and overseas. - December 02, 2010 - Chrysalis Health & Beauty Business Solutions Limited
Successfully Increasing Capsule Potency Using Roller Compaction
Metrics scientist presents case study during AAPS poster session - November 20, 2010 - Metrics, Inc.
Biopharmaceuticals Market to Reach More Than US$ 167 Billion by 2015
Biopharmaceuticals enjoy a higher approval success rate compared to traditional small molecule drugs. They, however, require higher investments and take longer development times. - November 19, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Metrics AAPS Poster Presentation Examines Filler Moisture Absorption
Long-term storage comparative analysis between two common fillers finds mannitol protects better - November 19, 2010 - Metrics, Inc.
Metrics Scientist Finds Varnish Molecule Migrates Through Bottle
AAPS poster presentation examines how molecule migrated from label through bottle onto drug - November 18, 2010 - Metrics, Inc.
Metrics Launches New Video Monitoring Service "PharmaVision"
A first for a CDMO, new web-based streaming video offers clients "man in plant" oversight - November 17, 2010 - Metrics, Inc.
Three Metrics Scientists to Present at AAPS Annual Meeting
Research reflects thoughtfulness that company scientists put into solving clients’ problems. - November 13, 2010 - Metrics, Inc.
Drug Delivery Market Forecasted to Grow 10.3% Annually Through 2016
This report provides the key data and analyzes the major challenges and drivers for the Oral Drug Delivery Market. - November 12, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Foamix Receives US Patent for Oleaginous Foam
Oleaginous Foams – Ideal Vehicles for Lipophilic and Water-Sensitive Drugs, such as Vitamin D, Retinoids and Lipophilic Antibiotics. - November 06, 2010 - Foamix Ltd
US Pharma Companies Face Revenue Declines from Patent Expirations
This report covers the US prescription pharmaceutical market and how it will be affected by US healthcare reform - November 05, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Compliance Implementation Services’ Collins Speaks at Executive Roundtable on Greater CFO-CIO Collaboration
CIS' Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Operations Jim Collins recently participated in the 5th annual Robert Half Executive Roundtable discussion at the Carolina Club on the campus of the University of North Carolina to address increased Chief Financial Officer-Chief Information Officer collaboration. - November 05, 2010 - Compliance Implementation Services
Cypin Production Announces Launch of U.S./China BioPharma Conference
“Innovative Strategies and Partnership Models for R&D Success.” - November 05, 2010 - CYPIN PRODUCTION LLC
The Top 10 Eastern European Pharmaceutical Companies: Growth Strategies, Performance and SWOT Analyses Now Available at ReportsandReports
The Eastern European pharmaceutical companies comprise both Eastern Europe-based and MNCs. This chapter provides an insight into the current state of Eastern European pharmaceutical industry as well as the evolving trends. It also provides the competitive landscape of the industry based on financial and operational (revenue growth over the last five years, exposure to major markets and presence in major therapeutic areas) parameters in the Eastern European region. - November 03, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
Foamix and BioMAS to Develop Novel Therapy for Genital Warts
The New Drug Will Target One of the Most Common Sexually Transmitted Disease, Afflicting More Than 20 Million Americans. - November 03, 2010 - Foamix Ltd
Inspire CEO to Address Healthcare Digital Marketing Conference
Brian Loew, CEO of Inspire, will be a featured speaker at the DTC 2010 Fall Conference, “Marketing to the Digital Consumer – A Healthcare Perspective.” Princeton, NJ-based Inspire creates safe, moderated online communities, organized by medical condition, for patients to share information and to support each other. - October 31, 2010 - Inspire
HighPoint Solutions VP Chris Colapietro on Panel at Next Generation Pharma Sales & Marketing Summit
HighPoint Solutions (HighPoint) announced today that Chris Colapietro, Vice President of Strategy & Marketing, will be a panelist at the Next Generation Pharma Sales & Marketing Summit, November 16-17 in Baltimore, Maryland. - October 29, 2010 - HighPoint Solutions, LLC
Fox of Compliance Implementation Services Re-Elected to PDMA Alliance Board
CIS, a pharmaceutical compliance consulting firm, announced today that Judy Fox, CIS Director for U.S. Global Compliance, has been re-elected to a three-year term on the PDMA Alliance Inc. Board of Directors. - October 29, 2010 - Compliance Implementation Services
Platinum Cured Silicone Tubing from AdvantaPure(R) Now Stocked in 49 Sizes from 0.03” to 1” I.D.
AdvantaPure now offers its APST silicone tubing in nearly 50 sizes for use in pharmaceutical, biotech, biomedical, chemical, food, and beverage applications. The wide range of sizes addresses requirements for multiple fluid transfer uses. APST is extremely flexible, contains no animal-derived ingredients, and offers a temperature range of -100°F to 400°F (-73°C to 204°C). The tubing meets standards for organizations such as USP, FDA, ISO, 3-A, and European Pharmacopoeia. - October 27, 2010 - NewAge Industries, Inc.
Newly Established CYPIN PRODUCTION Addresses Win-Win Situation: Building Bridges Between U.S. BioPharma and China
While major developed markets for biopharmaceuticals and life sciences will grow just 3 percent to 6 percent through 2014, emerging markets are expected to grow between 14 percent and 17 percent. One of these especially vital and growing markets in biopharma is China. - October 27, 2010 - CYPIN PRODUCTION LLC
Molecular Connections Launches XTractor Lite Semantically Annotated Knowledgebase of PubMed Abstracts That Enables Best Analysis of PubMed
Researchers worldwide face problems like enormous amount of published information. Molecular connections, an Indian Life Sciences Informatics Company, today launched its knowledgebase XTractor Lite that has more than 13 million categorized relationships derived from text mining PubMed abstracts. - October 24, 2010 - Molecular Connections Pvt. Ltd.
PharmApprove Founder Pete Taft to Present at Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs Conference
Pete Taft, Founder and CEO of Princeton-based drug development communications firm PharmApprove, has been asked to present and lead a session at the largest global gathering of the pharmaceutical regulatory profession. The 2010 Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS) Annual Conference... - October 23, 2010 - Taft and Partners
IQPC Announces New podcast; How Can Polymorph Patents Increase Cost Efficiency?
Head of Intellectual Property and Strategic Planning at Wockhardt, Mandar Kodgule, discusses his views on developing IP strategies for crystalline forms - October 21, 2010 - IQPC