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Medical Innovations Pathways Takes the Stage at Granite School District’s Career Night

By admin | Published January 25, 2019

Yesterday, Utah’s life sciences companies participating in the Medical Innovations Pathways (MIP) program (www.medicalinnovationspathways.com), gathered at Granite School District as part of the district’s annual Career and Technical Education Open House. The Open House offers students a glimpse into a board range of industries. Representatives from BD, Edwards Lifesciences, Merit Medical, Nelson Laboratories, and Stryker […]

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Life Sciences In Action Podcast: Interview with Brad Brown, CEO of ATL Technologies on Tariffs, Manufacturing Overseas, Quality and More

By admin | Published January 17, 2019

The recent tariffs placed on imports have complicated the manufacturing and distribution processes for any life sciences company doing business overseas. In the pilot episode of the Life Scienes in Action Podcast Series, BioUtah president and CEO, Kelvyn Cullimore, interviews Brad Brown, CEO and chairman of ATL Technology, to discuss how the tarriffs have impacted […]

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Medical Innovations Pathways – Industry Makes Student Connections

By admin | Published January 10, 2019

This week, Utah’s life sciences companies participating in the Medical Innovations Pathways (MIP) program, have been visiting local high schools to help students understand what working in the life sciences industry is all about. Representatives from Biomerics and Nelson Laboratories briefed students from Tooele school district at an evening event on January 7, while representatives […]

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House Passes Tax Measure with Extension of Medical Device Tax Moratorium

By admin | Published December 21, 2018

The U.S. House of Representatives passed a year-end tax package on Thursday, December 20 that includes a five-year extension, through 2024, of the current two-year moratorium on the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) 2.3 percent medical device tax. Although the Senate is not expected to take up the tax measure before adjourning for the year, inclusion of […]

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Top Health Issues of 2019: A Report by PwC

By admin | Published December 13, 2018

PricewaterhouseCoopers’ (PwC) Health Research Institute (HRI) just released its flagship report, Top Health Industry Issues of 2019. In its 13th year, this report highlights the trends PwC expects to most powerfully impact the US health industry in the coming year. It’s no surprise that the US health industry has lagged behind other industries when it […]

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Utah Life Sciences Companies Talk Innovation and Investment with United Arab Emirates Delegation

By admin | Published December 7, 2018

On December 6, Recursion and World Trade Center Utah, in conjunction with BioUtah, hosted a meeting with representatives from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), who were in Utah to explore potential investment and partnership opportunities, including in the life sciences. The meeting was held at Recursion’s new headquarters. Representing the UAE were Saud Al Nowais, […]

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By admin | Published November 28, 2018

Dear Colleague, Please join us at BioBreak in Utah on Thursday December 6th, from 5:00-7:00 pm. This life science networking event is tailored exclusively for senior executives. BioBreak is a non-profit organization launched in 2006 in Philadelphia with the goal of bringing together senior executives from across the biotech, pharma, medtech, diagnostics and investment industries. We bring […]

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Turner Imaging Systems Unveils Innovative X-ray Fluoroscopy Device

By admin | Published November 28, 2018

OREM, UTAH—NOVEMBER 20, 2018—In a continual pursuit to further advance x-ray imaging technology, Turner Imaging Systems, the award-winning leader in radiology innovation, will introduce its new, portable fluoroscopy and x-ray imaging device — the Smart-C — at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Trade Show in Chicago, November 25-30. The first-of-its-kind Smart-C-arm x-ray imaging device will allow […]

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Merit Medical to Expand in Utah

By admin | Published November 16, 2018

The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) today announced that Merit Medical Systems, Inc. will expand in Utah, adding up to 1,010 jobs, $71 million in state revenue, and an estimated $505 million in capital investment. “Merit is a homegrown company that has responsible growth, great tech and demonstrated success. This internationally known company is […]

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Utah Manufacturers Association Announces 2018 Manufacturers of the Year at Annual Awards Banquet

By admin | Published November 15, 2018

Murray, November 5, 2018 – Manufacturing is a leading industry and a major contributor to the success Utah’s strong economy. There are more than 3,500 manufacturing companies which employ a significant workforce in Utah. Annually, the Utah Manufacturers Association recognizes several Utah manufacturing companies for their efforts in improving manufacturing processes, contributing to their communities, […]

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Meet ANDY, the Mouse that May Lead the Way to Understanding More About Niacin and Human Health

By admin | Published November 15, 2018

Despite the best efforts of cartoonists, mice are not little humans. In one particular way mice are superior to us because they can get the niacin they need in two ways. One is through food, like humans do, and the other is through the amino acid tryptophan, making it almost impossible for mice to become […]

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Mountain Pacific Venture Fund Invests in Decoy Biosystems

By admin | Published October 25, 2018

Salt Lake City, UT, Thursday, October 18, 2018 –Mountain Pacific Venture Fund announced today its investment in Decoy Biosystems, a San Diego, California-based cancer immunotherapy company that was recently accepted into the Johnson & Johnson Innovation, JLABS (JLABS) life science incubator. The investment was part of a $6.0 million seed round syndicated with TY BIO […]

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