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BayBio, BIOCOM and SoCalBio Establish the California Life Science Alliance
Regional Biotech Organizations Join Forces to Promote California's
Leadership in Life Science Innovation |
The California Life Science Alliance is
based upon a memorandum of understanding signed at the 2008 BIO
International Convention in San Diego. Under the terms of the three-year agreement,
SoCalBio, BIOCOM and BayBio will pool resources and work together to
address a range of public policy issues. The new alliance recognizes
that California is the birthplace of biotechnology and the undisputed leader in global
biocommerce and innovation. But while the life science industry is one
of the state's largest employers and economic catalysts, it has not
garnered its fair share of visibility and recognition... read
all about it
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| From left: Joe Panetta, President & CEO, BIOCOM;
Ahmed Enany, President & CEO, SoCalBio; and Matt Gardner, President
& CEO, BayBio announce the California Life Science Alliance during
2008 BIO International Convention in San Diego |
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Welcome New Members
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- IVD
Technologies (Santa Ana)
A developer and manufacturer
of thyroid function tests and diabetes immunodiagnostic products.
Company will be represented in SoCalBio by its President Dr. Marwan
Nasralla. See more info at: http://www.ivdtechnologies.com
- J.
R. Phillip & Associates Inc. (Northridge):
A retainer-based Executive Search Firm servicing clients in
technology-driven fields such as Medical (Pharmaceuticals, Devices and
Diagnostics), Life Sciences (Biotechnology) and Healthcare. The Firm was
founded to provide clients with true, direct recruitment of seasoned, highly
respected senior executives who have a demonstrated record of achievements.
Company will be represented in SoCalBio by its founder Mr. John
R. Phillip. For more info, see: http://www.jrphillip.com
- Radlink (Redondo
Beach):
A manufacturer of digital medical imaging equipment for
diagnostic use. Company will be represented in SoCalBio by Thomas
Hacking, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. See more info at: http://www.radlink.com
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Industry & Company
Headlines
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- Biotech Drug
Sales Outpace Pharma Industry, Stock Values Remain Strong in Weak Market
IMS Health, which tracks the pharmaceutical
market, said 2007 sales of biotech drugs rose 12.5 percent to more than $75
billion as the market counted 22 blockbuster biotech drugs. In 2002, there
were only 6 blockbusters, or drugs with annual sales of more than $1 billion
... read
article
- Pharma Industry Spent Over $3.6 Million Lobbying Federal Government in First Quarter
The pharmaceutical industry's main trade
group spent more than $3.6 million lobbying the federal government in the
first quarter, according to a recent disclosure form. The Pharmaceutical
Research and Manufacturers of America lobbied on how prices are set for seniors'
medications, rules governing drug imports and other issues ... continue
reading
- Defibrillator Marker
Cameron Health Takes in $51 Million in Venture Funding
The San Clemente-based maker of implantable devices for
treating cardiac disorders, raised $51.5 million in Series E funding. PTV Sciences was joined by return backers Boston Scientific, Delphi Ventures, Sorrento Ventures, Three Arch Partners and Versant Ventures. Piper Jaffray served as placement agent.
So far, Cameron has raised over $130 million since its founding in 2001.
- Amgen (Thousand Oaks):
- Canopus Biopharma (Studio City):
- ImmunoCellular Therapeutics (Woodland Hills):
- Millennium Dental Technologies (Cerritos)
- Obagi Medical Products (Long Beach):
- Spectrum Pharmaceuticals (Irvine):
- Synthetic Blood International (Costa
Mesa):
- Watson Pharmaceuticals (Corona):
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Providers Investing in SoCalBio
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Coming This Thursday
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SoCalBio Networking Forum
Growth Opportunities in the
Orthopedic Device Market
June 26, 2008,
7:00 - 9:30 am
UCI University Club (Irvine)
RSVP: https://www.123signup.com/register?id=tvpvf
 According to a recent report
published by the Freedonia Group, "demand for orthopedic
devices will reach $19.1 billion in 2011, up 8.8 percent annually from
2006." Growth in this market segment will be spurred by a
spike in tissue and spinal implants and will see the fastest sales gains
as advances in fusion, fracture fixation and neurological stimulating
technologies improve the success rate and cost-effectiveness of related
surgical procedures.
Join us to learn
from local firms about strategies to partake in this growth opportunity.
Event Chair
Speakers
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September 19,
2008
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October 13,
2008
Sponsorship
Opportunities Available
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Recommended
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BioProcess International Conference
The Meeting Place for the
Bioprocessing Industry to Learn New Approaches to Biopharmaceutical
Manufacturing
September 23 - 26
Disneyland Hotel, Anaheim
http://www.ibclifesciences.com/B8171/overview.xml
20% discount for SoCalBio Members
on conference registration
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About SoCalBio
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| The Southern California Biomedical Council (SCBC or SoCalBio) is
the trade association promoting device and biotech research, development, manufacturing and overall economic development in Los Angeles, Orange County and adjacent communities.
Make SoCalBio your business partner in dealing
with investors, workforce development professionals, research institutions,
policy makers and regulators ... Join SoCalBio
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