Biotechnology News
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Biotechnology Pharmaceutical Market in US 2009-2013
Marketsensus released today a new market research report Biotechnology Pharmaceutical Market in US 2009-2013 http://www.marketsensus.com/biotechnology-pharmaceutical-market-20092013-p-96079.html - November 16, 2010 - Marketsensus
Global-Med Technologies Group (GTG) Announces Grand Opening
Global-Med Technologies Group (GTG) invites interested members of the public to visit GTG’s new corporate headquarters on St. Armands Circle in Sarasota, Florida - November 15, 2010 - Global-Med Technologies Group Inc (GTG)
Immunologix Teams with GenScript to Produce Human Antibody Therapeutics Ready for Clinical Trials
Immunologix, Inc, a Charleston, SC biotechnology company and a leader in fully human therapeutic antibodies for a variety of diseases and GenScript, a contract research organization (CRO) based in Piscataway, NJ and the industry leader in bio-reagent services, assay development & screening,... - November 11, 2010 - GenScript USA Inc.
NanoCor Therapeutics, Inc. is Awarded a Grant Under the Qualifying Therapeutic Discovery Projects Grant Program (QTDP)
NanoCor Therapeutics, Inc. (NanoCor) today announced the Company was awarded a grant under the Qualifying Therapeutic Discovery Projects Grant Program (QTDP). The grant is being provided under section 48D of the Internal Revenue Code, enacted as part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care... - November 08, 2010 - NanoCor Therapeutics Inc.
Skyentia Technologies Receives QTDP Grant
Skyentia Technologies LLC has been awarded over $260,000 in qualified investment grants for biotechnology research and development through the Qualified Therapeutic Discovery Program. - November 05, 2010 - Skyentia Technologies
Artezio Participates in BioTech Symposium 2010
Artezio NA General Manager Mr. Sina Adibi participates in the 10th annual BioTech Symposium in Philadelphia, PA on October 27-28. - November 04, 2010 - Artezio
RayBiotech Launches Th17 Antibody Arrays for Immune Research
RayBiotech, Inc., the Protein Array Pioneer Company, today announced the release of several antibody array products that can detect up to 34 proteins related to the recently discovered Th17 lineage of immune cells. Th17 cells have been linked to the immune response to fungal and certain bacterial infections, as well being associated with several autoimmune diseases, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's disease and multiple sclerosis. - November 03, 2010 - RayBiotech, Inc
Biotechnology Pharmaceutical Market to Grow 7.7% Annually Through 2013
Biotechnology Pharmaceutical refers to drugs, medicines or vaccines developed through biotechnology such as recombinant DNA technology, combinatorial chemistry, gene therapy, and monoclonal antibodies. - October 29, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Peptide Synthesis Webinar Series Introduces Second Installment: Synthesis of Difficult Peptide Sequences
Biotage announces the second installment in its series of webinars focusing on peptide synthesis. The free events are in part a result of the research collaboration with Professor Knud J. Jensen at the Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Copenhagen. - October 27, 2010 - Biotage
aMarketForce Successfully Completes Phase I of a Market Research Project
aMarketForce, a B2B marketing services and market research company successfully completes Phase I of a Market Research Project - October 27, 2010 - aMarketForce
Stemedica International Announces Joint Venture with AnC Bio Group to Manufacture Allogeneic Adult Stem Cells
Stemedica International, S.A., a wholly owned subsidiary of Stemedica Cell Technologies, Inc., announced the signing of an agreement to form a joint venture with AnC Bio, a global manufacturer of stem cell-based products. The new venture, StemedicaAnC, will manufacture allogeneic adult stem cells developed by Stemedica for the treatment of ischemic stroke and other degenerative disorders. - October 24, 2010 - Stemedica Cell Techechnologies
curasan AG: Bioactive Bone Regeneration Material Approved for Sale in Europe
curasan AG has received European approval for its new granular bone regeneration material Ceracell® - October 23, 2010 - curasan AG
OctoChem Inc. Announces a New Distribution Model for the Life Science Manufacturer
OctoChem Inc. has announced a new services solution that gives the Life Sciences manufacturer the alternative distribution channel it needs with the complete control and visibility it deserves. - October 23, 2010 - OctoChem, Inc.
Voicebrook to Exhibit at 2010 Pathology Visions Conference
Company to discuss challenges, opportunities for VoiceOver® speech recognition, system integration capabilities in Digital Pathology workflow. - October 22, 2010 - Voicebrook, Inc.
BioChain Launches microRNA Signature Validation Kits and Services
The recently released BioChain cancer microRNA signature validation services aim to elucidate the complex microRNA profiling and provide valuable insight to biomarkers implicated in NSCLC diagnosis and therapy. - October 16, 2010 - BioChain Institute, Inc
IonSense Expands Product Line with ASAP Open-Air Ionization Source
IonSense to sell Atmospheric Solids Analysis Probe (ASAP) as Entry Level Source for Open-Air Mass Spectrometry - October 08, 2010 - IonSense, Inc.
AIR™ DNA Sample Prep Kits Now Available for Illumina-Compatible Sequencing Libraries
Bioo Scientific launched the AIR™ Genomic and AIR™ Paired-End DNA Sequencing Kits which offer flexible, cost-effective sample preparation for use with the llumina GAII and HiSeq 2000 sequencers. - October 06, 2010 - Bioo Scientific
RayBiotech and Gentel Partner to Offer Comprehensive Selection of Arrays on APiX Chromogenic Detection Platform
RayBiotech, Inc., a pioneer and leader in protein and antibody array technologies, and Gentel Biosciences, a leader in proteomics profiling tools, jointly announced today their partnership to develop and market RayBiotech's vast collection of easy-to-use antibody array products for use with Gentel's APiX™ chromogenic detection platform, a cost-effective alternative to laser fluoresecence scanners. - October 05, 2010 - RayBiotech, Inc
Health Resources™ Announces the Upcoming Release of New Immune-Balancing Formula
According to updated research presented by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, more than 200,000 people are hospitalized from the flu and its complications each year. This amounts to missed work days, canceled plans and less-than-optimal health levels. What’s more, the... - October 02, 2010 - Health Resources
Algae 2020 Study Identifies High Value Markets and Producers of Biofuels, Biochemicals, Bioplastics, Biojet, Animal Feed, Omega 3s and Heart Healthy Oils
The Algae 2020, vol 2 global tour and study addresses and answers the key question "when will algae for biofuels be commercially viable, and which companies and projects are presently best positioned to meet this challenge? How will biochemicals, biopolymers and high value product markets be achieved? - September 30, 2010 - Emerging Markets Online
ChemDAQ Inc. Awarded Three-year Agreement with MAGNET
Steri-Trac(R) Monitoring System to be available to MAGNET Member Organizations - September 25, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated
2010 BioWest Conference & Expo to Showcase 40+ New Technologies, Products and Services
More than 40 exhibitors will be showcasing new technology, products and services for 500+ attendees at the 2010 BioWest Conference & Expo, September 29 and 30, at the Grand Hyatt Denver, 1750 Welton. BioWest, in its eighth year, is the Rocky Mountain region’s preferred venue for visiting and learning about the bioscience industry. - September 23, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
Bioo Scientific Launched Color Endpoint Assays for In Vivo AST and LDH Analysis
Today Bioo Scientific launched the MaxDiscovery™ Aspartate Transaminase (AST) and Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH) Color Endpoint Assays for in vivo toxicity analysis. - September 16, 2010 - Bioo Scientific
AnaSpec Introduces Histone GO® Peptides
AnaSpec, the world’s largest provider of on-demand GO® peptides has introduced a wide selection of Histone H1, H2A, H2B, H3 and H4 peptides, especially the H3 peptides. The rapidly expanding Histone H3 GO ® Peptides include sequences that are acetylated, mono-, di- or tri-methylated,... - September 16, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Four Finalists Selected for BioWest 2010 Venture Showcase Competition, Presenting Life-Changing Technologies
Cutting-edge development of a universal influenza vaccine, creation of an innovative hybridCpeptide manufacturing process, groundbreaking wastewater treatment through a new algae production system, and a revolutionary nontoxic surface treatment to control the growth of bacteria in hospitals, comprise the four finalists in this year’s BioWest Venture Showcase competition. - September 13, 2010 - Colorado BioScience Association
F2G Ltd Announces the Appointment of Michael R. Hodges, M.D. to the Board of Directors
F2G Limited, the UK based antifungal drug discovery and development company, today announced the appointment of Dr Michael R. Hodges to the Company’s Board of Directors. Michael R Hodges, M.D., BSc., MRCP (UK) has 20 years of biopharmaceutical development experience and has worked in both... - September 13, 2010 - F2G Ltd
Bioinformatics Market to Grow 26% Annually Through 2013
This study focuses on the bioinformatics market, including bioinformatics genomics, bioinformatics proteomics, bioinformatics pharmacogenomics, and bioinformatics drug discovery and cheminformatics. - September 10, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Lymphedema Depot Provides Guides to Solaris Products
Lymphedema Depot has assembled a series of Product Guides to help therapists and patients decide what therapeutic products best fit their condition. The Product Guides are single-page documents that suggest particular Solaris products that can be used for certain conditions. The Solaris products... - September 09, 2010 - Lymphedema Depot Ltd.
Biotage Introduces Resolux™ Peptides Purification HPLC Columns to Address Increasing Global Demand
Biotage has launched a new range of HPLC columns optimized for peptide purification. The Resolux line was introduced during the ACS Fall 2010 National Meeting & Exposition in Boston, Massachusetts USA and will be premiered at the 31st European Peptide Symposium on September 5th in Copenhagen, Denmark. - September 04, 2010 - Biotage
Media, Sera, & Reagent Market to Reach 3.8 Billion by 2015
This study focuses on the cell culture media, sera, and reagent markets. - August 27, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
The Porcine microRNAome is Revealed
Results blaze a trail for advancement in pig biology as well the use of pigs as model organism for human biological and biomedical studies - August 20, 2010 - LC Sciences LLC
AnaSpec Introduces SensoLyte® Biotin Quantitation Assay Kit
AnaSpec is pleased to announce the release of the FRET based biotin quantitation kit. The SensoLyte® Biotin Quantitation Assay Kit provides a convenient way to estimate the efficiency of biotinylation for biotin-protein conjugates. The kit also can be used in quantitate biotin concentration in a solution. - August 20, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
ChemDAQ Ramps Up Distribution Channels for Steri-Trac® Sterilant Gas Monitoring System
Company expects continued growth in both sales and reputation with new deals in place. - August 18, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated
Bioo Scientific Chooses Eureka Genomics as Its Next-Generation Sequencing Provider
Bioo Scientific selected Eureka Genomics as its next-generation sequencing service provider. - August 17, 2010 - Bioo Scientific
Human Embryonic Stem Cells Market Projected to Reach $ 10.7 Billion by 2015
This report examines technology developments, trends, manufacturing, and supply of hESCs - August 13, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
Pipeline and Commercial Insight: Allergic Rhinitis - Immunotherapy Growth Surpassed by Generic Erosion by Datamonitor Now Available at ReportsandReports
Datamonitor estimates 2009 allergic rhinitis sales of $5 billion in the seven major markets, and forecasts a decline to $4.2 billion by 2019. - August 13, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Global Bioinformatics Market Expected to Reach $8.3 Billion by 2014
This report examines bioinformatics market dynamics, areas influencing the market, platforms market, management tools, and more. - August 12, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
The 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress Announces Beike Biotechnology as Silver Sponsor
The 3rd Annual World Medical Tourism & Global Health Congress is pleased to announce Beike Biotechnology as a Silver Sponsor at the conference held on September 22-24, 2010. - August 12, 2010 - Medical Tourism Association™
AnaSpec Introduces Speedy 28-Day Antibody Service
AnaSpec introduces the Speedy 28-day custom polyclonal antibody service. Leveraging proven technology from Eurogentec, AnaSpec's parent company, this protocol uses a proprietary mixture of Freund's free immuno-stimulatory compounds. The first bleed, obtained at the accelerated rate of Day 21 after... - August 11, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Biotage Launches New Isolera™ ELS Detector, Helps Isolate Virtually Any Compound
Biotage introduces the Isolera ELSD-1080 evaporative light-scattering detector for flash purification. Biotage now provides a flash purification solution for nearly every compound type including semi-volatile UV transparent as well as UV absorbing compounds. - August 01, 2010 - Biotage
Steri-Trac® System Purchased by Two More VA’s
Medical centers in Florida and Tennessee are the latest to choose ChemDAQ system for sterilant gas monitoring. - July 31, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated
Executive Impact Group Provides Startup Solutions to VC Funded $40M Calithera Biosciences
Executive Impact Group providing expertise startup solutions, operations and human capital management services to Calithera Biosciences. - July 30, 2010 - Executive Impact Group
American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Honors 11 Outstanding Scientists
The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology last week named 10 scientists the winners of the nonprofit’s annual awards. Another winner was announced earlier this year. The recipients, who will give talks at the society’s annual meeting April 9-13 in Washington, D.C., are... - July 30, 2010 - American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biotage Introduces Highly-Selective ExploraSep 96-Well Screening Plates Based on Molecularly Imprinted Polymers
Biotage (STO: BIOT), a leading supplier of tools and technology for analytical and medicinal chemistry, announced the introduction of ExploraSep 96-well screening plates to identify optimum scavengers. The 4 different screening plates deliver 128 selective resins based on high-performance,... - July 29, 2010 - Biotage
Bioo Scientific Releases the ExoMir™ Kit to Facilitate RNA Analysis in Cell-Free Fluids
Bioo Scientific’s new ExoMir™ kit simplifies the fractionation of and RNA extraction from exosomes and other microparticles in cell-free fluids. - July 26, 2010 - Bioo Scientific
Generation Health Launches Video Series Targeting DNA Test Kit Concerns
Generation Health’s monthly video series will feature interviews from medical and health professionals opposed to Genetic Testing. - July 24, 2010 - Generation Health
AnaSpec’s Published References Pass 1000
As compiled by Stanford University’s Highwire Press, the number of published papers that cite AnaSpec’s products has passed 1000. Products cited include AnaSpec’s custom and catalog peptides, antibodies, assay kits, dyes, standard amino acids, unusual amino acids and synthesis... - July 21, 2010 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
NSF Funds Infection-Resistant Orthopedic Research
Researchers at Stevens explore inkjet printing of drug-eluting, bioresorbable micropatterns onto the surface of orthopedic implants to prevent bacterial infection of the implants. - July 21, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
International Stem Cell Corp. and India's Largest Eye Hospital to Develop Stem Cell-Based Treatment for Corneal Vision Impairment
International Stem Cell Corporation and Sankara Nethralaya Eye Hospital, a nonprofit medical facility, are collaborating to develop ISCO's 'CytoCor™' stem cell-derived corneal tissue. The goal is to use CytoCor, human tissue derived from pluripotent human stem cells, to treat corneal blindness and vision impairment. - July 11, 2010 - International Stem Cell Corporation
Another VA Chooses ChemDAQ
Oregon facility becomes 53rd VAMC to purchase Steri-Trac monitoring system for employee safety. - July 10, 2010 - ChemDAQ, Incorporated