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iTech Partners with Exchange EDI
iTech, a SaaS based Healthcare billing and PMS vendor announces partnership with Exchange EDI wherein iTech shall resell Exchange EDI’s products such as Direct Quote, e-Cashiering and use their Clearinghouse, Insurance Eligibility services to provide seamless Eligibility verifications and an Eligibility Portal. - April 09, 2011 - expEDIum
Spectral MD Awarded National Science Foundation Grant
Innovative high technology systems company, Spectral MD, has been awarded a competitive Small Business Innovation Research Phase II grant from the National Science Foundation. The Phase II grant will allow Spectral MD to make significant progress in the development of their innovative diagnostic... - April 09, 2011 - Spectral MD
ImpactRx Promotes Industry Veteran to Senior Vice President, Client Services Operations
Mark Degatano Brings Thirty Years of Pharmaceutical Industry Experience to his New Role. - April 09, 2011 - ImpactRx, Inc
ImpactRX Launches New Pulmonologist Research Panel
Company Expands Nationwide Longitudinal Network of High-Value iPhone-Connected Physicians to Include Pulmonologists. - April 09, 2011 - ImpactRx, Inc
Colorado BioScience Association Names Steve Orndorff Board Chair and Appoints Four New Board Members at 2011 Annual All-Member Meeting
Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) announces Steve Orndorff, President & CEO of Ariel pharmaceuticals, as the new chairperson of the board of directors. Orndorff assumes chairperson responsibilities from Rick Jory, Sandhill Scientific, Inc. In other action, four new members were named to the CBSA board of directors. - April 08, 2011 - Colorado BioScience Association
Head of the US FDA Division of Pharmacometrics to Kick-off Rosa’s World-Wide Webinar Series, “Impact of Modeling & Simulation in Drug Development”
You are invited to attend Dr. Goburru’s webinar The “Learn & Apply” Paradigm in Drug Development on April 18, 2011 at 1:00 pm EST (GMT -5:00) (www.rosaandco.com/webinar). This talk will summarize the state of the art in applying drug-disease-trial modeling to decision-making processes in drug development. - April 08, 2011 - Rosa & Co LLC
MedPro Rx, Inc. Introduces New Online Game to Help Children with Chronic Illness
Local Specialty Pharmacy Offers Clueless Crossword on Kids Website - April 08, 2011 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
New APE1 Redox Inhibitor Molecule (E3330)
AP Endonuclease 1 (APE1), also known as REF-1, is an enzyme primarily responsible for DNA base excision repair. In addition to a DNA repair domain, APE-1 also contains a redox regulation domain to help activate other enzymes involved in the DNA repair pathway. APE 1 is found overexpressed in many... - April 07, 2011 - Novus Biologicals
Health Services Plus Partners with Advanced Fingerprinting Services
Health Services Plus (HSP) of Cuyahoga Falls OH announces an exclusive partnership with Advanced Fingerprinting Services (AFS). In an effort to expand their services to an even greater demographic of professionals, HSP, a company who's specialty is in drug & alcohol testing, declared their... - April 07, 2011 - Health Services Plus
Careington Announces It Will Exhibit at Benefits Selling Expo 2011
Careington International Corporation announced today it will participate in the 7th Annual Benefits Selling Expo hosted by Benefits Selling Magazine and scheduled for April 6-8, 2011 in Nashville, TN. - April 07, 2011 - Careington
The White Orchid Day: IVF Babies Now Have Their Holiday to Celebrate
Ukraine celebrated The White Orchid Day, the international holiday for IVF babies, introduced a year ago by Genesis Dnepr IVF, Ukrainian clinic. On this day little twin "orchids" and their parents meet each other to celebrate the miracle of life. Recognized by European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology in 2011, the IVF Baby Day is observed on the first Sunday of April. - April 05, 2011 - Genesis Dnepr IVF
In Response to AAP Guidelines, Prevention is Best Solution for School Children to Avoid Head Lice According to Laurus Enterprises LLC
Officials of Zippity Doo'sTM, in favor of the just-issued new guidelines on lice are emphasizing that the best way for parents to deal with the problem of lice is to prevent it altogether. "We agree with the recommendation that 'no healthy child should be excluded from or allowed to miss... - April 04, 2011 - Zippity Doo's Lice Prevention Hair Care
Canada Ready to Prevent Lice; Zippity Doo’s Now Available at Shoppers Drug Mart
Zippity Doo’s™, the fast-growing line of lice-preventive hair care products for children, is now available in Canada at Shoppers Drug Mart, the country’s leading retailer of beauty, health and pharmacy products. - April 04, 2011 - Zippity Doo's Lice Prevention Hair Care
Zippity Doo’s Lice Prevention Hair Care Products Now Available at Two More Major Consumer Websites: Walgreens.com and Drugstore.com
Zippity Doo’s™, the head lice-preventive line of children’s hair care products, is now available to consumers at two more popular consumer websites: Walgreens.com and drugstore.com. - April 04, 2011 - Zippity Doo's Lice Prevention Hair Care
Aerus Sends Relief Technology to Japan
Aerus LLC, formerly Electrolux USA, the leader in the development and management of technologies that create and sustain a healthy home environment, reported that a team from Dallas headed up by Arthur Johnson is traveling to some of the hardest hit areas of Japan with special technology to aid in... - April 04, 2011 - Vollara
Dr. Thilo Hoelscher, Associate Professor at the University of California, San Diego to be Featured in the GlobalSpec Medical Equipment Design Online Conference
High Intensity Focused Ultrasound (HIFU) for the treatment of stroke, brain tumors, Parkinson's or Alzheimer's disease, stroke therapy in ambulances and emergency helicopters, targeted and local drug delivery etc. are applications where the use of ultrasound might lead to a paradigm shift of how... - April 03, 2011 - Brain Ultrasound Research Labratory
Cultured Care Names Oral Health Educator
Oral health education is vital to today’s healthcare system. Responding to this critical need, CulturedCare, a division of Prairie Naturals, has signed an independent oral healthcare professional to work with consumers, healthcare professionals, retailers and their own sales team to provide unbiased information related to oral health. - April 01, 2011 - CulturedCare
Bioo Scientific Launched the NEXTflex™ PCR-Free DNA Sequencing Kit Reducing Bias in NGS Library Prep
Bioo Scientific announced the release of the NEXTflex™ PCR-Free DNA Sequencing Kit. This is the first commercially available kit that completely eliminates the amplification step of next generation sequencing library preparation thus removing PCR introduced bias. - April 01, 2011 - Bioo Scientific
TransEnterix Introduces New SPIDER Surgical System
Enhanced design delivers added strength, precision and ergonomics — through tiny incision the size of a dime. - April 01, 2011 - TransEnterix
Stevens Computer Science Students Present to President of Microsoft North America
Stevens Computer Science students presented their game design entries in Imagine Cup 2011 to Robert Youngjohns, President of Microsoft North America Sales and Marketing. - March 30, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Upcoming Events at Stevens Highlight Women in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Just two semesters old, the Stevens Institute of Technology's Women in Pharmaceutical Industry Club is already having an impact on its members, providing tools and education to women preparing to enter the pharmaceutical industry. The April 27 meeting will feature guest speaker Ms. Anu Hans, Vice President of Global Procurement at the Janssen Supply Group, a division of Johnson & Johnson. Members of the public are welcome to attend the guest lectures. - March 30, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
New Laser Technology Developed at Stevens Prepares to Revolutionize Communications
Dr. Rainer Martini of Stevens Institute of Technology has overcome a number of free space challenges to develop a high-speed communications technology that is not limited by a physical conductor. With an optical system that is stable enough, satellites may one day convert to laser technology, resulting in a more mobile military and super-sensitive scanners, as well as faster Internet for the masses. - March 30, 2011 - Stevens Institute of Technology
curasan AG: Novel Bone Regeneration Material Approved for Sale in Europe
curasan AG has received European approval for a novel synthetic bone regeneration material. - March 30, 2011 - curasan AG
New Low Cost Child friendly Food Supplements Launch
UK based food supplement supplier Healthsmart Solutions Limited have announced the availability of a range of Child friendly Jelly Vitamins containing various food supplement ingredients. The great tasting products are designed for children and presented as “teddy bear” shaped jelly’s available for private labeling. - March 27, 2011 - Healthsmart Solutions limited
MedPro Rx, Inc. Launches Facebook Page
Local Specialty Pharmacy Expands Online Presence to Enable Communication with Clients - March 27, 2011 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
The Midwest Reproductive Symposium and SRxA Enter Into an Exclusive Publications Collaboration
SRxA Strategic Pharmaceutical Advisors, a leading healthcare consulting, marketing and education firm, is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement with the Executive Directors and organizers of the Midwest Reproductive Symposium (MRS) and Fertility Centers of Illinois (FCI), to... - March 25, 2011 - SRxA Strategic Pharmaceutical Advisors, LLC
TransEnterix Continues to Advance Laparoscopic Surgery Through Innovation
New line of 3mm SPIDER MicroLap™ surgical instruments paves way for "freckle" surgery. - March 25, 2011 - TransEnterix
Red Cedar Technology Releases HEEDS MDO 5.4 and HEEDS NP 1.0
Multidisciplinary and Nonparametric Design Optimization Software Tools for Engineers. - March 25, 2011 - Red Cedar Technology
FDA Grants PharmaJet 510(k) Clearance on Intradermal Needle-free Injection Device
First FDA-cleared needle-free injection alternative to needle-based “Mantoux” method. - March 25, 2011 - PharmaJet, Inc.
GMP Synthesis Chemistry Services Organisation, Onyx Scientific, Announce Increased Demand for Early-Phase Investigational New Drug (IND) Development
Onyx Scientific excel in streamlining GMP synthesis processes. Their compliance standards minimise impurities, reduce costs and significantly improve timelines for phase I and II clinical studies. - March 25, 2011 - Onyx Scientific Ltd
GenScript Will Launch Services with GANP® Technology for World Wide Market Excluding Japan
GenScript Corporation signed a worldwide (excluding Japan) non-exclusive license agreement with TransGenic Inc. through which GenScript Corporation is authorized to use GANP® mice from TransGenic Inc. to produce high-affinity antibodies to scientists. - March 25, 2011 - GenScript USA Inc.
New Service Laboratory for Rapid Determination of Suspected Counterfeit Medications
IAL created to serve consumers by providing rapid analysis of medications and nutraceuticals. - March 24, 2011 - Independent Analysis Laboratories
Conference to Bring Together Top BioPharma Leaders in U.S. and China
Cypin Production, a newly established leader bringing together experts in biopharmaceuticals in the United States and China, is pleased to announce it will host U.S.-CHINA PHARMA™: Innovative Strategies and Partnership Models for R&D Success. The conference, taking place May 23-24, 2011, at the Hub Cira Centre in Philadelphia, will assemble hundreds of senior pharmaceutical and biotech managers from U.S. and China to discuss best practices in the industry. - March 24, 2011 - CYPIN PRODUCTION LLC
VIRUN Patent Granted Mucosal Adhesive Penetrating Technology Delivering Naive Compounds and Peptides Orally
VIRUN, Inc., a biotechnology research and manufacturer of novel encapsulation and delivery technologies has been granted patent number 7,906,140 titled Compositions for Mucosal Delivery of Agents. The patent was issued following the prosecution and due diligence performed by VIRUN and its team of scientists. - March 23, 2011 - VIRUN
Science of Cardiac Function Assessment Using Pressure Volume Loops Web Seminar
Online Educational Web Seminar to Explain the Pressure and Volume Changes During the Cardiac Cycle. Scisense Inc. hosts Dr. Richard Klabunde, author of “Cardiovascular Physiology Concepts,” to explain the significance of pressure and volume changes during the cardiac cycle on cardiovascular function, covering relationships such as ESPVR, PRSW, and EDPVR. - March 23, 2011 - Scisense Systems Inc.
Tuberculosis Findings at Russian Academy of Sciences Workshop in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Immunitor presented positive clinical data for adjunct immunotherapy treatment of difficult to treat cases of tuberculosis. - March 23, 2011 - Immune Network Ltd
Metrics Develops Color Selection Process to Address Human Bias
New color identification process dramatically improves selection consistency. - March 23, 2011 - Metrics, Inc.
ZS Associates Expands Its Sales and Marketing Analytics, Outsourcing and Technology-Based Consulting Services with Four Executive Hires
Global management consulting firm ZS Associates has hired four new principals to provide expertise and leadership in areas targeted for firm-wide growth and expansion of key client services. Sanjay Joshi, Alex Contreras, Bill Sudlow and Ashish Vazirani will join the leadership teams for the sales... - March 22, 2011 - ZS Associates
Mitegen Announces Release of Dual Thickness MicroMounts™
Improved crystal mount for X-ray diffraction offers highest rigidity and lowest background scatter - March 22, 2011 - MiTeGen, LLC
Rosa Announces Six Poster Presentations at the American College on Pharmacometrics 2011
In collaboration with its clients, Lithera, MediciNova, Pfizer, Vitalea, Rosa & Co will present six posters at the 2011 American College on Pharmacometrics in San Diego, CA on April 4, 2011. The posters describe the use of drug-disease modeling in pharmaceutical development. - March 22, 2011 - Rosa & Co LLC
Discount Food Supplements- Export Sales Expansion
UK based Healthsmart Solutions Limited have announced an expansion to their wholesale vitamin and food supplement business for export markets for 2011. The discount tablet and capsule distributor offers a full range of supplements complete with dossier for local registration from GMP approved production sites. - March 21, 2011 - Healthsmart Solutions limited
Three New Histone Demethylase Antibodies Announced by Novus Biologicals
Novus Biologicals announced today the release of three new rabbit polyclonal antibodies to important histone demethylase proteins: JMJD2C (Catalog# NBP1-49600), JMJD1A (Catalog# NBP1-49601), and JMJD2A (Catalog# NBP1-49602). All three of these new antibodies cross-react with human and mouse... - March 20, 2011 - Novus Biologicals
C. elegans Antibodies from the modENCODE Project Now Available Through Novus Biologicals
Antibodies against 69 C. elegans chromosomal proteins generated by the modENCODE project are now commercially available through Novus Biologicals, SDIX’s pre-made antibody distributor. The modENCODE project (model organism ENCyclopedia Of DNA Elements) is funded by the NIH to identify all of... - March 20, 2011 - Novus Biologicals
MedPro Rx, Inc. Announces 2011 “Education Is Power” Scholarship Program
Local Specialty Pharmacy Will Award a Minimum of 20 Scholarships. - March 20, 2011 - MedPro Rx, Inc.
Dr. Alan Nasar of AOSMI in Monroe Township, N.J., Speaks on How Technology is Driving Surgery at Freehold Borough High School's Career Day
Dr. Alan Nasar, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute (AOSMI), Freehold and Monroe townships, N.J., presented an interactive video program during Career Day at Freehold Borough High School for students enrolled in the school’s Medical Science Program. - March 19, 2011 - Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute, PC
BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc. Releases Feminese Comfort Creme for Vaginal Dryness
Using stem cell technology, BRS developed a topical cream to help relieve the pain and irritation associated with dry vagina syndrome. - March 19, 2011 - BioRegenerative Sciences, Inc.
The Patient’s Choice Award Goes to Rocky Mountain Fertility’s Very Own Dr. Deborah Smith
Rocky Mountain Fertility patients recognized Dr. Deborah Smith with a Patient’s Choice Award. Rave reviews and high praise from patient comments on Vitals.com has Dr. Smith considered a top doctor in her field and a patient favorite. “The most important recognition comes from our... - March 18, 2011 - Rocky Mountain Fertility
Semprus BioSciences to Present at SIR's 36th Annual Scientific Meeting
Semprus BioSciences today announced its Chief Technology Officer Christopher Loose, Ph.D., will present the company's groundbreaking data results on its non-fouling Semprus Platform at SIR's 36th Annual Scientific Meeting. - March 16, 2011 - Semprus BioSciences
GenScript Launches New Website in Germany
GenScript USA Inc. has launched a new website at www.genscript.de in Germany to offer easier access for local German searchers. - March 16, 2011 - GenScript USA Inc.
Northern California Chapter of the AAICHE to Hold Annual Symposium – a Look Into the Future of Bio-Factories
The Northern California chapter of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AICHE) will be holding its 49th Annual Symposium on April 14th, 2011 beginning at 1:00 P.M. at HS Lordships in Berkeley, California. This year’s theme will be, “A look into the future of bio-factories -... - March 14, 2011 - AICHE NORCAL