Castle Biosciences, Inc., a provider of molecular diagnostics to improve cancer treatment decisions, today announced it has closed the first tranche of a $20 million Series F financing, raising $11.7 million.Continue reading
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H.R. 1599: Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015 Passed in the House
The Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act will ensure that food labeling in the United States is consistent across state lines and based on sound science. Continue reading
Now Is the Time to Fix H.R. 9: The American Innovation Act
As currently written, H.R. 9 – The American Innovation Act poses significant challenges for life science innovation. Continue reading
Comments open on MDUFA IV
It seems like only yesterday that Congress, the FDA, and industry came together to reauthorize the Medical Device User Fee Agreement (MDUFA III). Now the process begins again as we prepare for MDUFA IV.Continue reading
Scientists determine structure of important drug target using groundbreaking approach
Tempe, Arizona (July 23, 2015) – Using the brightest X-ray laser in the world, scientists have determined the structure of a molecular complex that is responsible for our sense of sight.Continue reading
Critical Path Institute establishes the Global Pediatric Clinical Trials Network Pre-Launch Consortium
The Pre-Launch Consortium aims to establish the first global, multi-specialty clinical trials network dedicated to the timely and efficient development of safe and effective therapies for children.Continue reading
TGen developing quick, affordable and accurate test to diagnose debilitating Lyme disease
Focus On Lyme funds TGen research; plans scientific conference promoting better diagnostics and treatments for infected patients Continue reading
AZBio Members Named to Most Influential Women List
Az Business honors the Most Influential Women in Arizona. They are the best business minds in Arizona. They are innovators, trailblazers and leaders of industry. — Michael Gossie, Editor, AZBusiness Magazine
TGen discovers genetic mutation that causes the appearance of premature aging and severe loss of fat in children
Study of 3-year-old girl by TGen Center for Rare Childhood Disorders is published today in PLOS ONEContinue reading
Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act (H.R.1599) Advances
Bipartisan action on July 14, 2015 by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee advances the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act (H.R. 1599).Continue reading