Welcome to RhodeIslandLifeScience.com
RhodeIslandLifeScience.com is part of a specialized network of state- and province-based biotechnology, medical device,
and life science sites that includes more than 4,500 biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical companies,
non-profit research institutions, universities and supporting service sector companies across the U.S. and Canada.
This network addresses the growing informational and service needs of companies, patients, educators and others in
their respective states while providing clients the opportunity to cost effectively
advertise their job openings, events, facility availability and other services at the state level,
regionally or nationwide. We welcome your comments, suggestions and requests for informational content and supporting
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Destination Rhode Island
Are you considering a move to Rhode Island? Relocating your business to
Rhode Island? Starting a company? Or just interested in Rhode Island?
This section will answer many of your questions regarding the life science industry in Rhode Island, the province's
economy, tax structure and cost of living, education, transportation, climate, recreational opportunities, history,
industry resources, and more.
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- CMC Icos begins building for future CMC ICOS Biologics will break ground next month on a $35 million project at its Bothell headquarters that will double its 135-strong work force and quintuple its capacity to develop and manufacture compounds for biotechnology companies.
CMC ICOS Biologics, Inc. September 29, 2008
- Creator of glucose measurement technology receives medal Adam Heller, a professor at the University of Texas in Austin who created the technology that led to the development of Abbott's FreeStyle Blood Glucose Monitoring Systems(R) and FreeStyle Navigator(R) Continuous Glucose Monitoring System, received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation.
Abbott September 29, 2008
- FDA grants Lilly's ALIMTA(R) (pemetrexed for injection) third U.S. approval Eli Lilly and Company announced it received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the use of ALIMTA(R), in combination with cisplatin, in the first-line treatment of locally-advanced and metastatic non-small cell lung cancer, for patients with nonsquamous histology.
Eli Lilly and Company September 29, 2008
- ImClone Systems issues statement ImClone Systems announced that the large Pharma company that had made an offer to acquire ImClone at $70 per share, subject to due diligence, but not financing, has informed ImClone that by 11:59pm on October 1, 2008, they will either make a proposal, no longer subject to due diligence, or withdraw.
ImClone Systems Incorporated September 29, 2008
- Clinical Data announces $25 million private placement Clinical Data announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with certain affiliates of Randal J. Kirk, Chairman of Clinical Data's Board of Directors, with respect to the private placement of 1,514,922 shares of newly issued common stock priced at the closing price of $16.44 per share.
Clinical Data, Inc. September 29, 2008
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Learn About Rhode Island's BioHistory
Why is there a biotechnology industry in Rhode Island? Will the industry continue
to grow in Rhode Island? What do other states have? Each state has a unique story
that explains why a given industry has developed in a specific region and not in others.
Through Rhode Island BioHistory, you can learn about the scientists,
institutions, political leaders, and significant events that have shaped and are still shaping
the biotechnology, medical device and life science industries in the state of Rhode Island.
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Flu Season is Here: Learn How to Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones
Influenza, also called flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by
influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead
to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccination each
year.
October through December is the best time to get vaccinated, but getting
vaccinated later in the flu season still provides protection, as flu season
normally peaks in January or later.
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BioFact
(1885) - French chemist Pierre Berthelot suggests that some soil organisms may be able to fix atmospheric nitrogen.
It's a Small World
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Science Quote
"When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it is tied to everything else in the universe."
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John Muir, U. S. naturalist, explorer
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