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U.S. Court vacates Greatbatch patent infringement verdict

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled in favor of Greatbatch by vacating an August 2008 patent infringement verdict regarding surgical introducers.

26 Mar 2010

FIMM to launch cell microarray screening research program utilizing Aushon 2470 Arrayer technology

Aushon BioSystems, Inc., a leading provider of advanced microarray instrumentation and laboratory services for biomarker discovery, development and analysis announced today that the Institute for Molecular Medicine Finland will launch a cell microarray screening research program utilizing the Aushon 2470 Arrayer technology.

26 Mar 2010

Data on Argos Therapeutics' Phase 2a AGS-004 immunotherapy trial presented at Banff HIV Vaccines meeting

Argos Therapeutics today announced the presentation of data from the Phase 2a trial of AGS-004, providing information on rebound viral genetic diversity in HIV patients treated with the personalized immunotherapy following antiretroviral therapy (ART) interruption. The data were discussed in a poster session at the Keystone Symposia Global Health Series HIV Vaccines meeting, held March 21-26, 2010 in Banff, Canada.

26 Mar 2010

Oculus Innovative Sciences introduces Microcyn Dermatology HydroGel in the U.S.

Oculus Innovative Sciences, Inc., a commercial medical technology company that designs, produces and markets safe and effective tissue care products based upon the Microcyn® Technology platform, today commercially introduced the Microcyn Dermatology HydroGel for the U.S. professional healthcare market.

26 Mar 2010

SAIC awarded task order by WRAMC to provide information technology services

Science Applications International Corporation today announced it has been awarded a task order by the Walter Reed Army Medical Center Directorate of Information Management to provide information technology services.

26 Mar 2010

SENSIMED Triggerfish developed to diagnose and treat patients with glaucoma

STMicroelectronics, the world's leading supplier of MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) devices for consumer and portable applications, has announced that it will develop and supply a wireless MEMS sensor that acts as a transducer, antenna and mechanical support for additional read-out electronics in a breakthrough platform developed by Swiss company Sensimed AG.

26 Mar 2010

Simultaneous implantations of BIOTRONIK's Lumax DX single-chamber ICD at six European hospitals

BIOTRONIK SE & Co. KG, a leading manufacturer of implantable cardiac devices and pioneer of wireless remote monitoring technologies, today announced the first implantations of the Lumax DX System, a novel single-chamber ICD concept.

26 Mar 2010

Telemedicine evaluation of stroke patients results in more accurate diagnoses: Study

A growing number of medical centers that have access to stroke specialists are transmitting their expertise to rural communities via audio/video telemedicine consultation, with significant clinical results, according to a new clinical study that examined trials conducted in Arizona and California.

26 Mar 2010

Traversa Therapeutics, sanofi-aventis sign agreement for development of PTD-DRBD RNAi delivery technology

Traversa Therapeutics announced today the signing of a research agreement with sanofi-aventis for the validation and development of Traversa’s RNAi delivery technology: PTD-DRBD. Under the agreement, the companies will study short interfering RNA (siRNA) complexed to PTD-DRBD, with the ultimate goal of developing drugs using this technology.

26 Mar 2010

New PreXion3D Volumetric Imaging Software for 3D CBCT system launched

PreXion, Inc., the leader in high quality 3D Cone Beam Imaging systems for dentistry, today announced that it has launched and started shipping new PreXion3D Volumetric Imaging Software for its 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography system for dentistry. This new product incorporates a range of advanced features including tools for implant planning and placement and an enhanced version of its PrexViewer software.

26 Mar 2010

Cook Medical to feature its Goldstein SonoBiopsy Catheter at 2010 AIUM convention

With over 10 million women in the U.S. suffering from endometrial disorders like abnormal uterine bleeding or uterine fibroids, the 2010 American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine convention will feature specialized programs and product showcases highlighting imaging solutions available to better diagnose these conditions.

26 Mar 2010

Leap Medical secures seed financing to develop innovative technology for detection of brain injuries

Leap Medical Inc., a privately held Medical Device company, announced today that it has successfully secured seed financing in the amount of $1.025 million (Canadian dollars) to develop its innovative technology for the rapid detection of brain injuries and infection.

26 Mar 2010

IMDx 2009 Influenza A H1N1 Real-Time RT-PCR Assay granted EUA from FDA

IMDx announced today that its IMDx 2009 Influenza A H1N1 Real-Time RT-PCR Assay has been granted Emergency Use Authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

26 Mar 2010

Fluidigm, SABiosciences partner to create pathway-focused gene expression panels for BioMark system

Fluidigm Corporation and SABiosciences (a QIAGEN Company) today announced that they have teamed up to create over 100 pathway-focused gene expression panels validated for real-time PCR analysis on the Fluidigm BioMark™ System for Genetic Analysis. These kits are named the RT² Profiler™ PCR Arrays for the Fluidigm BioMark system.

26 Mar 2010

New interactive Web site for veterans and military family members

Geisinger recently launched www.PAVetFamilyWeb.com. This Web site is designed to serve Pennsylvania families who are coping with military separations and multiple deployments of a service member as well as caregivers, wounded warriors, service members and military veterans.

26 Mar 2010

IMRISNV and IMRIScardio systems get Australian TGA clearance

IMRIS Inc. (TSX: IM) today announced that it has received clearance from Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration permitting the Company to market its newest products, IMRISNV and IMRIScardio in Australia.

26 Mar 2010

Palex Medical to distribute Genomic Health's Oncotype DX breast cancer test in Spain and Portugal

Genomic Health, Inc. today announced that the company has entered into an exclusive agreement with Palex Medical S.A., one of Europe's leading distributors of medical device and diagnostic services to hospitals, to distribute its Oncotype DX® breast cancer test in Spain and Portugal. The distribution agreement, announced in conjunction with positive data presented today at the 7th European Breast Cancer Conference (EBCC), further expands the global presence of Oncotype DX, providing for increased physician and patient access to this advanced diagnostic test in the European market.

26 Mar 2010

VisEn Medical announces launch of new GastroSense 750 fluorescence agent for imaging gastric motility

VisEn Medical Inc., a leader in fluorescence imaging from research through medicine, announced today the commercial launch of its new GastroSense™ 750 fluorescence agent for imaging gastric motility and related drug effects in vivo.

26 Mar 2010

Hybridyne Imaging Technologies – Brookhaven National Lab team vies for top title at 2010 WBT showcase

A team from Hybridyne Imaging Technologies, Inc., and the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory was among over 90 top technology innovators from across the nation and around the world competing in Arlington, Texas, March 16-17, for top honors at the WBT2010 showcase presented by Lockheed Martin.

25 Mar 2010

Malvern exhibits proven PAT solutions for real-time particle sizing at Interphex 2010

Interphex, April 20–22 New York, provides an excellent opportunity to learn how proven PAT (process analytical technology) solutions from Malvern are transforming the control of key unit operations such as milling.

25 Mar 2010

Device / Technology News

U.S. Court vacates Greatbatch patent infringement verdict

FIMM to launch cell microarray screening research program utilizing Aushon 2470 Arrayer technology

Data on Argos Therapeutics' Phase 2a AGS-004 immunotherapy trial presented at Banff HIV Vaccines meeting

Oculus Innovative Sciences introduces Microcyn Dermatology HydroGel in the U.S.

SAIC awarded task order by WRAMC to provide information technology services

SENSIMED Triggerfish developed to diagnose and treat patients with glaucoma

Simultaneous implantations of BIOTRONIK's Lumax DX single-chamber ICD at six European hospitals

Telemedicine evaluation of stroke patients results in more accurate diagnoses: Study

Traversa Therapeutics, sanofi-aventis sign agreement for development of PTD-DRBD RNAi delivery technology

New PreXion3D Volumetric Imaging Software for 3D CBCT system launched

Cook Medical to feature its Goldstein SonoBiopsy Catheter at 2010 AIUM convention

Leap Medical secures seed financing to develop innovative technology for detection of brain injuries

IMDx 2009 Influenza A H1N1 Real-Time RT-PCR Assay granted EUA from FDA

Fluidigm, SABiosciences partner to create pathway-focused gene expression panels for BioMark system

New interactive Web site for veterans and military family members

IMRISNV and IMRIScardio systems get Australian TGA clearance

Palex Medical to distribute Genomic Health's Oncotype DX breast cancer test in Spain and Portugal

VisEn Medical announces launch of new GastroSense 750 fluorescence agent for imaging gastric motility

Hybridyne Imaging Technologies – Brookhaven National Lab team vies for top title at 2010 WBT showcase

Malvern exhibits proven PAT solutions for real-time particle sizing at Interphex 2010

Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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