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IllinoisLifeScience.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 Illinois
Are you considering a move to Illinois? Relocating your business to
Illinois? Starting a company? Or just interested in Illinois?
This section will answer many of your questions regarding the life science industry in Illinois, the province's
economy, tax structure and cost of living, education, transportation, climate, recreational opportunities, history,
industry resources, and more.
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- Abbott recognized on Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for fourth consecutive year Abbott announced that it was recognized on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index for the fourth consecutive year.
Abbott September 04, 2008
- Amgen and Wyeth statement on the FDA Safety Announcement regarding TNF blockers Amgen and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals issued a statement in response to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) safety announcement regarding opportunistic fungal infections in patients treated with Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) blockers (marketed as Remicade(R), Enbrel(R), Humira(R) and Cimzia(R)).
Amgen September 04, 2008
- Percutaneous coronary intervention with CYPHER(R) stent comparable to bypass surgery Data from the largest randomized trial of its kind performed to date indicate that the use of percutaneous coronary intervention with the CYPHER(R) Sirolimus-eluting Coronary Stent was comparable to bypass surgery in key safety endpoints in patients with multi-vessel disease and diabetes.
Johnson & Johnson September 04, 2008
- Monsanto's Roundup Ready 2 Yield(TM) Soybeans receive China regulatory approval Monsanto Company announced it has received regulatory approval in China for the importation of Roundup Ready 2 Yield(TM) soybeans. China imports accounted for approximately 38 percent of U.S. soybean exports in 2007, making it the largest purchaser of U.S. soybeans.
Monsanto Company September 04, 2008
- NeoPharm granted additional time to regain listing compliance on NASDAQ NeoPharm announced that, on September 2, 2008, the Company received a letter from the NASDAQ Listing Qualifications Panel informing the Company that the Panel had determined to grant the Company's request to remain listed on The NASDAQ Stock Market, subject to conditions.
NeoPharm, Inc. September 04, 2008
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Learn About Illinois's BioHistory
Why is there a biotechnology industry in Illinois? Will the industry continue
to grow in Illinois? 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 Illinois 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 Illinois.
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Your Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA
Consumers play an important public health role by reporting to the Food and
Drug Administration (FDA) any adverse events (unexpected side effects) after
using a medical product, or other problems with any products that the agency
regulates.
Timely reporting allows the agency to take prompt action. There are a
number of ways you can report problems to the agency, depending on the type of
problem and product.
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BioFact
(1968) - The FAO creates a Crop Ecology and Genetic Resources Unit to act as a clearinghouse for information on plant collecting expeditions.
It's a Small World
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Lactobacillus Bacteria
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Science Quote
"Science is the systematic classification of experience."
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