Welcome to WestVirginiaLifeScience.com
WestVirginiaLifeScience.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 West Virginia
Are you considering a move to West Virginia? Relocating your business to
West Virginia? Starting a company? Or just interested in West Virginia?
This section will answer many of your questions regarding the life science industry in West Virginia, the province's
economy, tax structure and cost of living, education, transportation, climate, recreational opportunities, history,
industry resources, and more.
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- Bristol-Myers Squibb comments on Eli Lilly as new Erbitux marketing partner Eli Lilly and Company announced that it will acquire ImClone Systems for $70 per share, or approximately $6.5 billion. Bristol-Myers Squibb Company currently owns approximately 16.6 percent of all outstanding shares of ImClone.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company October 06, 2008
- Rifaximin demonstrates highly statistically significant results in prevention of HE Salix Pharmaceuticals announced the successful completion and outcome of its pivotal Phase 3 trial to evaluate the efficacy, safety and tolerability of rifaximin in preventing hepatic encephalopathy, or HE.
Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd. October 06, 2008
- Lilly to acquire ImClone Systems in $6.5 billion transaction Eli Lilly and Company and ImClone Systems announced that the boards of directors of both companies have approved a definitive merger agreement under which Lilly will acquire ImClone through an all cash tender offer of $70.00 per share, or approximately $6.5 billion.
ImClone Systems Inc. October 06, 2008
- Covance and Lilly finalize 10-year, $1.6 billion strategic R&D collaboration Covance announced that it has closed its transaction with Eli Lilly and Company to provide a broad-range of drug development services over the next ten years and to purchase Lilly's 450-acre early drug development campus in Greenfield, Indiana.
Covance Inc. October 03, 2008
- Lilly and Deciphera Pharmaceuticals announce licensing and collaboration agreement Eli Lilly and Company and privately-held Deciphera Pharmaceuticals announced that the two companies have entered into a collaboration and worldwide licensing agreement related to Deciphera's preclinical B-Raf kinase inhibitor program for the study of potential oncology therapeutics.
Eli Lilly and Company October 03, 2008
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Learn About West Virginia's BioHistory
Why is there a biotechnology industry in West Virginia? Will the industry continue
to grow in West Virginia? 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 West Virginia 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 West Virginia.
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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
(1918) - Worldwide Spanish flu epidemic kills 22 million - more than twice the number killed in World War I, the war to end all wars.
It's a Small World
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Science Quote
"Science is the great antidote to the poison of enthusiasm and superstition."
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Adam Smith, Scottish economist
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