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Ameridose Announces Silver Sponsorship of USP 797 Compliance Study
Ameridose, LLC, the leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is delighted to be a silver sponsor for the 2nd annual USP <797> Compliance Study. The 2012 study will run from May 1 – June 30, collecting survey data from facilities engaged in sterile... - May 18, 2012 - Ameridose, LLC
MedPro Rx, Inc. a Local Sponsor for North Carolina Hemophilia Meeting
Specialty Pharmacy Provider Supports Annual Meeting and Conference Event Dedicated to the Bleeding Disorder Community - May 18, 2012 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
BioPharm Systems to Host Webinar on Sharing CTMS Data Between Sponsors and CROs
Leading provider of Oracle's clinical trial, data, safety, and pharmacovigilance systems will discuss the trend of outsourcing clinical trial management, as well as the various approaches to sharing CTMS data between sponsors and CROs. - May 18, 2012 - BioPharm Systems
Bioo Scientific Releases Improved Kits for Directed Drug Delivery
While it has been eleven years since the demonstration that sequence specific, small, synthetic, double stranded ribonucleic acids were shown to induce gene specific silencing in mammalian cells, delivery formulations that supply a metered dose of RNAi agent to the desired target site in a cost... - May 18, 2012 - Bioo Scientific
Dr. Toufigh Gordi to Discuss Pediatric PK Model in Rosa’s World-Wide Webinar Series, “Impact of Modeling & Simulation in Drug Development”
Dr. Gordi, will present “Mechanistic PK/PD Modeling in Pediatrics” Webinar May 22, 2012. - May 18, 2012 - Rosa & Co LLC
IonSense Presenting OpenSpot Mass Spectrometry™ at the American Society for Mass Spectrometry Annual Conference
OpenSpot™ Sample Cards Facilitate Simpler Analysis, Eliminating Most Consumables and Solvents, Reducing Costs and Lab Waste. Exhibited at ASMS 2012. Booth #57. - May 17, 2012 - IonSense, Inc.
Clinical CRO ICRC-Weyer Chooses Quadratek Connect for Social Media Management
The UK-based provider of social media management services, Quadratek Connect Ltd., has been chosen by ICRC-Weyer GmbH as the German CRO’s preferred partner for online content marketing and social media management. This additional partnership enables Quadratek to strengthen its position within the clinical research industry. - May 17, 2012 - Quadratek Connect Ltd.
Colorado BioScience Association Applauds Organizers of the Third Annual Gold Lab Symposium at the University of Colorado
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) applauds Dr. Larry Gold and his team at the University of Colorado for their efforts in organizing the third annual Gold Lab Symposium. The annual two-day educational event brings together ground-breaking thought leaders to discuss biological innovations and the improvement of health care. - May 16, 2012 - Colorado BioScience Association
PureFormulas.com Named in Internet Retailer’s 2012 Top 500 Guide to Largest Online Retailers
Internet Retailer magazine has ranked Miami-based PureFormulas.com as one of the largest E-Retailers in the United States. - May 16, 2012 - PureFormulas.com
Low Body Temperature Plays a Key Role in Fibromyalgia and Chronic Illness
In the latest issue of Fibromyalgia Solutions, Dr. David Jernigan discusses the link between low body temperature and fibromyalgia. - May 16, 2012 - Hansa Center for Optimum Health
AnaSpec Offers PEGylated Peptides Synthesis
PEGylation has become a well-accepted method for the delivery of biopharmaceuticals-especially peptide and protein drugs.1-4 Simple modification of a drug with polyethylene glycol (PEG) not only is capable of improving the drug’s solubility, diminishing the potential for aggregation, and... - May 16, 2012 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Peter Jansen, Creator of Open Source Tricorder, Joins Scanadu
Scanadu, the Silicon Valley based startup building the Medical Tricorder, today welcomes Peter Jansen, the one-man force behind the Open Source Science Tricorder. Jansen joins a brilliant 12-person team backed by the likes of Stephen Wolfram and Nicholas Negroponte. Peter Jansen, PhD, recently... - May 16, 2012 - Scanadu
Bee Health Achieve BRC Level 6 Global Food Audit Status
Bee Health today announced they have achieved the highest quality standard for Food Supplement production with Level 6 Global Food BRC approval. - May 14, 2012 - Bee Health Limited
Grand Rounds at Metropolitan Hospital - Compounding Options in Medicine: Special Focus on Physiatry
Dr Haldey, PharmD, President of Royal Care Pharmacy, Inc, will provide a comprehensive overview of pharmacy compounding with a specific focus on physiatry. - May 12, 2012 - Royal Care Pharmacy Inc
Royal Care Pharmacy Will Present at the 5th Annual Wound Symposium
Dr Emil Haldey, the Company’s President, has been invited to speak at the 5th Annual Wound Care Symposium sponsored by NY College of Podiatric Medicine and Nassau University Medical Center. Dr Emil Haldey will discuss history, rationale and benefits of pharmacy compounding for the modern podiatry practice. - May 12, 2012 - Royal Care Pharmacy Inc
Fertility Preservation Network Collaborates with National Disease Research Interchange
ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissues (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian and testicular tissue), announces its partnership with the National Disease Research Interchange in its efforts to provide tissue for research. - May 10, 2012 - ReproTech, LLC
Eppendorf to Support BioNexus Companies in Malaysia
Eppendorf Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd has announced its support for biotechnology companies that have been granted BioNexus status in Malaysia. The support will be in the form of additional benefits to top up the fiscal incentives, grants and guarantees endowed by their BioNexus status. Specifically, any... - May 10, 2012 - Eppendorf Asia Pacific Sdn Bhd
Stevens Team Wins First Place in New Jersey ISPE Student Poster Competition
Diagnostic invention allows clinicians to comprehensively evaluate spinal movement - May 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Explosive Detection Research to be Presented at ASMS Conference
Stevens student awarded travel grant to present research in Vancouver - May 10, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Virginia Women’s Center Makes Generous Donation and Commitment in Hanover County
Richmond-based women’s health practice rallies its physicians and staff to build a house on the 1.8 acres of land the practice has donated to Hanover Habitat for Humanity in response to housing needs. - May 10, 2012 - Virginia Women's Center
Red Cedar Technology Welcomes New Director of Business Development
Red Cedar Technology announced today that Joe Feord has joined the company as Director of Business Development. In this role, he will be responsible for expanding the company’s presence in the aerospace and defense industries in North America. Joe has 26 years of business experience in... - May 10, 2012 - Red Cedar Technology
ICRC-Weyer Enhance Medical Data Management Services
The German contract research organization, ICRC-Weyer GmbH, has recently increased its efforts to deliver high-quality, expert medical data management services to the clinical research community. With this step, the Berlin-based CRO further consolidates its leading position within the market of mid-sized clinical research services providers. - May 10, 2012 - ICRC-Weyer GmbH
Mitegen Announces Consolidation and Improvements to MicroLoops™ Product Lines
MicroLoops™ and MicroLoops™ HT product lines merged and improved with Dual thickness technology, providing an economical option in premium crystal mounts. - May 09, 2012 - MiTeGen, LLC
AnaSpec Highlights SensoLyte® 520 Renin Assays for Human, Mouse & Rat Specific
AnaSpec, EGT Group, the provider of the ultra-sensitive SensoLyte® 520 Human Renin Assay Kit also provides renin kits specific for mouse and rat - the SensoLyte® 520 Mouse Renin Assay Kit and SensoLyte® 520 Rat Renin Assay Kit. Using proprietary 5-FAM/QXL™ 520 fluorescence... - May 09, 2012 - AnaSpec, EGT Group
Stevens Institute of Technology Taps M-Files ECM and Part 11 Compliance Package for their Pharmaceutical Curriculum
University Integrates M-Files into Advanced Validation Course for Pharmaceutical Students - May 09, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Ewa J. Kleczyk, Ph.D of Impactrx Honored as Industry "Rising Star" by Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association
ImpactRx, a Symphony Technology Group (STG) company and the pioneer in measuring the impact of promotion on physicians’ attitudes and prescribing behavior, announced today that Ewa J. Kleczyk, PhD, Senior Director, Consulting Analytics, was honored as an industry Rising Star by the Healthcare... - May 09, 2012 - ImpactRx, Inc
The Pharma Compliance Group Announces Exclusive Sales Agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. for DEA Compliance Online Training
The Pharma Compliance Group (PCG) announce that it has signed an exclusive marketing and sales agreement with LearnSomething, Inc. to offer online training for the pharma industry to support DEA compliance of the CSA and CFR for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and other DEA registrants. - May 07, 2012 - Pharma Compliance Group, LLC
Fundacion Osana Donates Wheelchairs to Clinic in Nicaragua
In late April, a group of volunteers from Fundacion Osana volunteered at the Roberto Clemente Health Clinic in Nicaragua to facilitate the delivery, assembly, and allocation of a donation of wheelchairs to local community members. - May 07, 2012 - The Roberto Clemente Health Clinic
Technology Developed at Stevens Monitors Available Seating
Seatfinder monitors seating remotely so patrons can check for availability before they leave home. - May 06, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Avomeen Analytical Services Opens Newly Renovated Pharmaceutical Research and Development Laboratory
Avomeen Analytical Services, an Ann Arbor, Michigan based independent testing laboratory has announced opening of newly renovated pharmaceutical research and development laboratories at its location at 6107 Jackson Rd Ann Arbor, Michigan. Avomeen’s pharmaceutical services include method... - May 05, 2012 - Avomeen Analytical Services
Opti Sleep Issues White Paper on Insomnia
Opti Sleep is a safe natural treatment for Insomnia and disrupted sleep. Following a successful clinical study a white paper has been prepared for industry and research establishments offering explanations for the success of its "adaptogenic" approach to sleep improvement and treatment. - May 04, 2012 - Opti Sleep
Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute of Freehold, NJ, Moves Wall Township Office to Lake Como
AOSMI (Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute), of Freehold, NJ, has moved its Wall Township office to 1719 Main Street, Lake Como, in order to expand services for patients. - May 04, 2012 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
MedPro Rx, Inc. Named One of 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned Companies in North America
Specialty Pharmacy Owned by City of Raleigh, N.C. Mayor Nancy McFarlane, Recognized by American Express OPEN And Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) - May 04, 2012 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Dr. Glenn Atlas, Stevens Students, and MICRO Stamping Corp. Develop Innovative Medical Technology
V-Scope is a new medical device to help doctors position a breathing tube - May 03, 2012 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Mitutoyo America Corporation Opens Alabama M3 Solution Center
The opening of the Birmingham, AL. showroom benefits customers in the south central region. - May 02, 2012 - Mitutoyo America Corporation
OSO BioPharmaceuticals Invests $5 Million in Aseptic Filling Suite
State-of-the-art line will increase capacity and yield of liquid, suspension and lyophilized products. - May 02, 2012 - OSO BioPharmaceuticals Manufacturing, LLC
Diabecline Antibiotic Receives Edison Award for Best New Pharmaceutical Product
pharmaCline's Diabecline antibiotic ointment has been recognized as the Bronze Award winner for Best New Pharmaceutical Product by the Edison Awards. - May 01, 2012 - pharmaCline
Ameridose Supports Pharmacy Leadership Forum
Ameridose, LLC, the leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is honored to sponsor the Executive Forum segment of Boston University School of Management’s 2012 Pharmacy Leadership Institute program. This year’s Executive Forum is titled... - May 01, 2012 - Ameridose, LLC
Opti Sleep Releases Insomnia Trial Data
Opti Sleep, the new clinically proven treatment for sleep problems, has released details of its latest clinical study to treat insomnia and those suffering from interrupted sleep, showing improved sleep response in over 90% of participants. - April 30, 2012 - Opti Sleep
Stroke Does Not Discriminate – Prevention Through Technology and Risk Modification Crucial to Stopping Stroke from Striking
Stroke does not discriminate; it can strike anyone, anytime, anywhere, with 795,000 stroke cases a year in the U.S. alone. Some risk factors are controllable, and if modified will result in a significant decrease in the incidence of stroke. The Stroke Shield Foundation is promoting the message Technology Against Stroke this May in recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month. - April 30, 2012 - Dr. Jeffrey Thomas Stroke Shield Foundation
ImmunoReagents Announces Exclusive German Distribution Channel with BioLeague
ImmunoReagents, a manufacturer of high quality polyclonal antibodies used by researchers, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, has announced the appointment of Bioleague as its new distributor in Germany. ImmunoReagents and Bioleague will work together to bring top quality antibodies to the... - April 29, 2012 - ImmunoReagents Inc.
Source-Omega Critical of IOM Alleged Handling of Historical Omega-3 Data
The Source-Omega company today raised criticism that “The Institute of Medicine has now allegedly been wrong three times with respect to the 41 years history of data on marine long-chain omega-3 fatty acid knowledge and associated claims made based on fundamental misinterpretations of the... - April 28, 2012 - Source-Omega
Med4Nicaragua Team Joins Medical Volunteer Program Abroad
A team of medical professionals with Med4Nicaragua traveled to the rural community of Limon in southwest Nicaragua to volunteer their time, expertise, and services to local patients of the Roberto Clemente Health Clinic. The group consisted of general surgeons, registered nurses,... - April 28, 2012 - The Roberto Clemente Health Clinic
New Research: HidroxⓇ Inhibits E. coli and Reduces Neuroinflammation
While nutraceuticals and dietary supplements are coming under increasing regulatory scrutiny, both in the United States and Europe, for what is perceived to be a lack of verifiable scientific research supporting their claim to beneficial health effects, CreagriⓇ Inc., and HidroxⓇ--its patented formulation of olive polyphenols rich in the potent antioxidant Hydroxytyrosol - continue to achieve new scientific advancements on the road to producing healthy consumer goods. - April 28, 2012 - Creagri, Inc.
Fertility Preservation Options for Cancer Patients Discussed at FSOSW Meeting
The Florida Society of Oncology Social Workers held its regional meeting on April 26, where the main focus was Fertility Preservation options for Cancer patients. This month’s program strives to promote education and extend access to fertility preservation services. - April 27, 2012 - ReproTech, LLC
Carotech to Share Latest Breakthrough in Tocomin SupraBio Research at SupplySide MarketPlace, New York
They will be sharing with customers and visitors the latest clinical data of their patented and bioenhanced natural full spectrum palm tocotrienol complex. - April 27, 2012 - Carotech Inc.
Pharmaceutical Operations Provider, Inc. Announces Brent Galletta Has Joined Their Management Team as Vice President of Business Development
Pharmaceutical Operations Provider has brought Brent Galletta in as Vice President of Business Development to implement new sales and support strategies. These strategies include developing strong longstanding relationships with clients looking to provide their sales representatives with the most comprehensive PDMA compliant mobile sales CRM. - April 27, 2012 - Pharmaceutical Operations Provider
Genome Designs Partners with SciDM Group, Securing High Performance Bioinformatics Tools for Internal Pipelines and Custom Projects
Genome Designs, Inc., custom genome annotation and metabolic modeling service provider, today announced a partnership with SciDM Group, a bioinformatics tools developer. Genome Designs will be using SciDM Group’s high performance database engine, transcriptomics data processing pipeline, and... - April 27, 2012 - Genome Designs
Foamix Obtains US Patent "Waterless Hydrophilic Foam" for Dermatological and Gynecological Drugs, Such as Antibiotics, Antifungals and Corticosteroids
Foamix Ltd., a clinical-stage specialty pharmaceutical company, that is developing proprietary dermatological and gynecologic topical foam products, today announced that the company has been granted a new patent from United States Patent Office. - April 27, 2012 - Foamix Ltd
Ameridose Sponsors Health Connect Partners 2012 Spring Hospital Pharmacy Conference
Ameridose, LLC, the leading nationwide provider of sterile admixing services to hospital pharmacies, is pleased to be a sponsor of the Health Connect Partners Spring Hospital Pharmacy Conference for a second consecutive year. The conference will take place from May 7-9, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency in... - April 26, 2012 - Ameridose, LLC