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Xencor, MorphoSys initiate XmAb5574 Phase 1 study in CLL

Xencor, Inc. and MorphoSys AG announced today that they have initiated Phase 1 testing for XmAb®5574 (MOR208), and the first patient has been dosed. XmAb5574 (MOR208) is a potent monoclonal anti-CD19 antibody to which MorphoSys recently gained worldwide access via an exclusive license and collaboration agreement with Xencor.

2 Dec 2010

World's first handheld sensor for measuring optical density

BugLab LLC, the industry leader in non-invasive optical monitoring, has introduced the OD Scanner – the world's first handheld sensor for measuring optical density in shake flasks and other small vessels. This device removes the need to open shake flasks to measure optical density (OD). Instead, by directly measuring OD through the container wall, the labor, contamination risk, and inaccuracy associated with sampling and dilution are eliminated.

2 Dec 2010

GE announces image exchange solution

GE Healthcare today announced its eHealth Image Exchange software solution: a flexible, standards-based platform for sharing images and integrating workflows across a healthcare community. The eHealth Image Exchange helps improve the quality of radiology care across the healthcare community by reducing costs and inefficiencies caused by using CDs and film to share images, and by enhancing online patient review capabilities among multi-disciplinary teams in numerous locations.

2 Dec 2010

Merck announces acquisition of SmartCells

Merck & Co., Inc., and SmartCells, Inc., today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Merck will acquire SmartCells, a private company developing a glucose responsive insulin formulation for the treatment of diabetes mellitus.

2 Dec 2010

SAFC Hitech plans new production facility in Taiwan for LED and silicon semiconductor precursors

Following the March 2010 production expansion of trimethylgallium (TMG) at its Bromborough, UK manufacturing site, SAFC Hitech®, a member of the Sigma-Aldrich® Group, reinforced its commitment to the Asia-Pacific electronics markets by announcing plans to build a new, dedicated facility in Kaohsiung, Taiwan for transfilling, technical service and production of LED and silicon semiconductor precursors.

2 Dec 2010

Toshiba guarantees customer satisfaction with Performance Pro education approach

As hospitals obtain new imaging equipment, it is essential to train and educate staff to ensure that they are able to use advanced technologies to help diagnose patients. A carefully planned and in-depth program is necessary to allow staff to stay at the forefront of medical imaging technology. Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. recognizes the importance of quality, in-depth education and guarantees customer satisfaction with the Performance Pro education approach.

2 Dec 2010

Toshiba showcases Kalare DR system with new lightweight DR panel detector at RSNA 2010

Maximizing medical imaging resources and improving patient throughput is critical to success for healthcare facilities today. To improve workflow in X-ray imaging, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. is showcasing the Kalare™ DR system with a new lightweight DR panel and new rotating bucky tray at this year's Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting in Chicago, Nov. 28 - Dec. 3, 2010 (Booth #3435, South Hall).

2 Dec 2010

Toshiba announces new Vantage Titan HSR 1.5T MR with high slew rate gradients

Certain MR exams such as advanced cardiac and neuro imaging require a system with enhanced gradients for better image quality and quicker exams. For these applications, Toshiba America Medical Systems, Inc. announces the new Vantage TitanTM HSR 1.5T MR with high slew rate gradients and new user interface, M-Power. Toshiba will showcase the new Vantage Titan HSR (pending 510k clearance) at this year's Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting, held in Chicago, Nov. 28 - Dec. 3, 2010 (Booth #3435, South Hall).

2 Dec 2010

A.D.A.M. adds Anatomy Practice online to suite of educational resources for college level courses

A.D.A.M., Inc., a leading provider of consumer health information, benefits technology solutions and online education resources, today announced the availability of Anatomy Practice online—the newest in its line of web based educational resources for college level courses. This most recent addition to the A.D.A.M. Education suite of online resources and curriculum development products is designed to assist both students and school instructors.

2 Dec 2010

PreCision Dermatology formed as a result of spin-out of Onset Therapeutics

PreCision Dermatology Inc., a company focused on developing, manufacturing, acquiring and marketing a broad portfolio of innovative dermatology products, today announced it was formed as the result of the spin-out of Onset Therapeutics, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Collegium Pharmaceutical, Inc. PreCision Dermatology also announced the close of a Series A financing led by life science private equity investor Essex Woodlands.

2 Dec 2010

Argonne researchers awarded 65 million hours of computing time on Blue Gene/P supercomputer

Four researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory lead projects that have been awarded a total of 65 million hours of computing time on Argonne's energy-efficient Blue Gene/P ("Intrepid") supercomputer. The researchers will conduct advanced simulation and analysis, performing virtual experiments that would be almost impossible and impractical in the natural world. They will also develop scalable system software needed to fully harness the power of supercomputers.

2 Dec 2010

M*Modal partners with RadNet to provide advanced documentation capabilities

M*Modal and RadNet, Inc. announced today a partnership to integrate M*Modal's Speech Understanding technology into RadNet's radiology Information technology solutions.

2 Dec 2010

CAIRE enters definitive agreement to acquire SeQual

Chart Industries, Inc. announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, CAIRE Inc., which operates under its BioMedical segment, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SeQual Technologies Inc. for approximately $40 million, plus the possibility of up to $20 million of additional future payments contingent on SeQual's financial performance over a two-year period post-closing.

2 Dec 2010

Advinus collaborates with Corning to bring Epic technology to India

Advinus Therapeutics, the research-based pharmaceutical company promoted by the TATA Group, and Corning Incorporated today announced a collaboration to bring Corning Epic label-free detection technology to India.

2 Dec 2010

NHS to develop new treatment options for patients with lung disease

Scientists and clinicians in Nottingham are to work more closely with industry to develop new ways of diagnosing and treating lung disease.

2 Dec 2010

Bottomline expert to discuss on disparate systems to eliminate paper in healthcare organizations

Bottomline Technologies, a leading provider of collaborative payment, invoice and document automation solutions, today announced it will provide insights and recommendations for healthcare organizations interested in eliminating paper from their business processes and saving time and money with a webinar co-sponsored by the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS).

2 Dec 2010

APHP selects Bruker´s Biotyper as exclusive MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for microbial identification

At the 30th Reunion Interdisciplinaire de Chimothérapie Anti-Infectieuse (RICAI), Bruker announces that the Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris (APHP) has selected Bruker´s IVD MALDI Biotyper as their exclusive MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry-based microbial identification tool.

2 Dec 2010

Museum of Science recognizes RainDance for contributions to advance genetic research

RainDance Technologies, Inc., a private company pioneering microdroplet-based technologies for single molecule and single cell analysis, today announced that the company has been recognized by the Museum of Science, Boston and the Boston Patent Law Association for its innovations and contributions to advancing the field of genetic research.

2 Dec 2010

Baxter licenses Vero cell-based influenza vaccine technology to Takeda

Baxter International Inc. and Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited today announced that the parties have completed a Development, License and Technology Transfer Agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, Takeda and Baxter will expand upon their previously announced collaboration to bring Vero cell culture-based influenza vaccines to the Japanese market.

From Baxter International Inc. 2 Dec 2010

AMT, Amgen amend GDNF gene license agreement

Amsterdam Molecular Therapeutics Holding N.V., a leader in the development of gene-based therapies, today announced that it has amended and restated its licensing agreement with Amgen for gene therapy applications incorporating the GDNF (glial cell derived neurotrophic factor) gene, to which Amgen holds rights. Financial terms were not disclosed.

2 Dec 2010

Technology News and Research

Xencor, MorphoSys initiate XmAb5574 Phase 1 study in CLL

World's first handheld sensor for measuring optical density

GE announces image exchange solution

Merck announces acquisition of SmartCells

SAFC Hitech plans new production facility in Taiwan for LED and silicon semiconductor precursors

Toshiba guarantees customer satisfaction with Performance Pro education approach

Toshiba showcases Kalare DR system with new lightweight DR panel detector at RSNA 2010

Toshiba announces new Vantage Titan HSR 1.5T MR with high slew rate gradients

A.D.A.M. adds Anatomy Practice online to suite of educational resources for college level courses

PreCision Dermatology formed as a result of spin-out of Onset Therapeutics

Argonne researchers awarded 65 million hours of computing time on Blue Gene/P supercomputer

M*Modal partners with RadNet to provide advanced documentation capabilities

CAIRE enters definitive agreement to acquire SeQual

Advinus collaborates with Corning to bring Epic technology to India

NHS to develop new treatment options for patients with lung disease

Bottomline expert to discuss on disparate systems to eliminate paper in healthcare organizations

APHP selects Bruker´s Biotyper as exclusive MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry for microbial identification

Museum of Science recognizes RainDance for contributions to advance genetic research

Baxter licenses Vero cell-based influenza vaccine technology to Takeda

AMT, Amgen amend GDNF gene license agreement

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