Welcome to MinnesotaLifeScience.com
MinnesotaLifeScience.com is part of a specialized network of state- and province-based biotechnology, medical device,
and life science sites that includes more than 5,000 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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Learn about University of Iowa Research Park/BioVentures Center
The Research Park/BioVentures Center, also known as the University of Iowa’s Oakdale Campus, is conveniently located on
Highway 965 near Interstates 80 and 380 and U.S. Highways 16 and 218. The Park is in the fast-growing
community of Coralville, about 10 minutes from the main UI campus of Iowa City, 15 minutes from commercial
airlines at the Eastern Iowa Regional Airport in Cedar Rapids and 10 minutes from charter and corporate aircraft
at the Iowa City Municipal Airport.
Learn about biotechnology, medical device and pharmaceutical facilities available for sale,
lease or sublease in Minnesota, regionally or nationwide.
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- Dick Bond leaving Tyson Foods Dick Bond, president and chief executive officer of Tyson Foods, announced he is leaving the company, effective immediately. Leland Tollett, former chairman and CEO of the company, has agreed to return to the company as President and CEO on an interim basis.
Tyson Foods, Inc. January 05, 2009
- Medtronic announces clinical trial of stent for peripheral arterial disease Consistent with its commitment to addressing unmet patient needs, Medtronic announced the first enrollment in the company's FDA-approved clinical trial of its self-expanding (SE) Complete SE stent for the treatment of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in the superficial femoral artery (SFA).
Medtronic, Inc. January 05, 2009
- Medtronic launches its first Integrated Power Console Platform for use in spinal surgeries Medtronic announced the launch of the Integrated Power Console (IPC(TM)) platform, its first multispecialty surgical power console for use in spinal, cranial, and ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeries.
Medtronic, Inc. January 05, 2009
- PPD enters into strategic collaboration with Merck PPD announced it has entered into a strategic collaboration with Merck & Co. involving vaccine testing and assay development. Under the agreements, PPD purchased Merck's 130,000 square-foot vaccine testing laboratory and related equipment in Wayne, Penn.
PPD, Inc. January 05, 2009
- Grand Rapids looks to diversify into health care, life sciences In a state grasping for answers about its future, Michigan's second-largest city may provide some important clues. Along a hilly stretch of downtown Grand Rapids dubbed the Medical Mile, a new economic engine is gradually taking shape.
Detroit Free Press January 04, 2009 Katherine Yung
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Learn About Minnesota's BioHistory
Why is there a biotechnology industry in Minnesota? Will the industry continue
to grow in Minnesota? 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota.
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Celebrate Life: World AIDS Day 2008
December 1 is World AIDS Day; a time to celebrate the many lives saved by HIV prevention and treatment programs.
It also serves as a reminder that we all must do more - as individuals, communities, and as world citizens - to fight the spread
of HIV and AIDS.
Around the world, 33 million people are living with HIV with nearly 7,500 new infections occurring each day. An estimated 3
million people are now receiving antiretroviral treatment in low and middle-income countries.
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BioFact
(1985) - Federal courts rule that private companies don't need National Institutes of Health's permission for field tests of genetically engineered organisms.
It's a Small World
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"I am among those who think that science has great beauty. A scientist in his laboratory is not only a technician: he is also a child placed before natural phenomena which impress him like a fairy tale."
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Marie Curie, French chemist and physicist
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