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Jul 11, 2024 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
Microbial ecology and its potential applications are gaining prominence in biotechnology and healthcare. Cambridge-based Concerto Biosciences is helping drive advances in this area with its kChip technology, designed to unlock breakthroughs across diverse fields—from human health to environmental sustainability.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
In recognition of significant advancements in biotechnology’s impact on our food supply, the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) recently recognized industry leaders who helped drive two pivotal achievements: the approval of the first genetically engineered animal for food and the development of the inaugural vaccine to protect honeybees.
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Jul 9, 2024 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
Immuto Scientific is opening new frontiers in the fight against cancer by developing precision biotherapeutics that target highly cancer-specific surface protein conformations. Their ultimate goal is to make cancer curable. Immuto Scientific was one of the companies supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) SEED program that was chosen to present on the NIH Innovation Zone Stage at the 2024 BIO International Convention. Bio.News interviewed Immuto Scientific CEO Faraz A.
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Feb 19, 2024 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
Bio.News recently caught up with Dr. Debbie Yaver, Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) of Nature’s Fynd. Nature’s Fynd is a Chicago, Illinois-based food tech company that grows Fy Protein™ and makes it into various foods. Fy—a versatile fungiFy is a nutritional fungi protein which contains all nine essential amino acids. Nature’s Fynd uses its fermentation technology to grow this protein with just a fraction of the resources needed for animal protein sources.
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Feb 1, 2024 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
February marks Black History Month, an important annual reminder of the contributions Black and African Americans have made to the progress of biotechnology, and more broadly, STEM fields. As we start the month, here are six Black STEM pioneers you should know. 1. George Washington CarverGeorge Washington Carver, who was born into slavery, went on to become the first Black American to earn a Bachelor of Science degree when he graduated from Iowa State University in 1894.
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Dec 1, 2023 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
On World AIDS Day, biotech – and the world – are reminded that we can help end HIV/AIDS through medical advances and improvements in equity. World AIDS Day takes place annually on December 1 and serves as an opportunity to raise awareness and come together in the fight against AIDS/HIV, including by supporting those living with HIV and remembering those who have perished from AIDS-related illnesses.
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Nov 17, 2023 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) and patient advocacy organizations have seen some recent progress in their efforts to have Congress pass pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform. In the midst of BIO’s BIOAction campaign to push for PBM reform, several patient groups are weighing in on how PBMs hurt patients and the need for policy to address these companies. Why are we talking about PBMs? The six largest PBMs control almost 96 percent of the PBM market.
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Nov 5, 2023 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
(Image Credit: United)With the planet warming at an increasing clip and having an impact on everything from human health to food and energy security, we need climate solutions—now. Luckily, biotech is already on the case, with companies using biobased and synthetic biology, in particular, to develop low-carbon and sustainable solutions.
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Oct 4, 2023 | 
bio.news | Tom Popper |J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously
Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15, serves as an important opportunity to remember and honor the contributions of the Hispanic community to the United States in the past and present and to look forward to a bright future. While there is much to celebrate, it is also essential to continue to address disparities impacting Hispanic communities, including patient outcomes and access to care.
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Sep 15, 2023 | 
bio.news | J.P. Carroll |Innovation. Previously |Spanish speaker
September 15 marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, an annual reminder and chance to honor the countless contributions made by members of the Hispanic community to the United States. This is always an opportunity both for celebration and reflection. A great deal of important work must keep moving forward to tackle inequities in access to care and improve patient outcomes in Hispanic communities.
