Recent BioUtah News & Events

AdvaMed is offering three back-to-back, online medical device submissions workshops, specifically for: 510(k), IDE and PMA submissions. These workshops provide attendees with real-world case studies, tips and best practices directly from FDA experts in a live, interactive format. This will be the ONLY set of Submissions Workshops offered this year, so don’t miss out! Register before February […]

Last week, Salt Lake City (SLC) Mayor Erin Mendenhall gave her second State of the City address – a live broadcast from the City Council Chambers in which she reflected on 2020 and outlined her plan for the City in 2021. The Mayor noted that “we are striving to make our city better through change; […]

Spectrum Solutions, LLC on January 27 announced it is sponsoring research in collaboration with the UCLA School of Dentistry for a study on using saliva in early lung cancer detection and analysis. Spectrum has funded a study that aims to recruit 50 patients with lung cancer and seeks to validate saliva’s tumor-specific ctDNA detection sensitivity […]

Study to focus on using saliva in the analysis of cell-free circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) to accurately and non-invasively detect non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Business Wire: January 27, 2021 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time “SALT LAKE CITY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Spectrum Solutions, LLC today announced its sponsored research collaboration with the UCLA School of Dentistry for a […]

Control Medical Technology today announced the FDA cleared Control 11F Mechanical Thrombectomy system was used to remove large blood clots from patients with deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The system is Utah born, designed, engineered, patent prosecuted, and manufactured. “The Control 11 French Mechanical Thrombectomy System can remove large clots,” said Shawn Fojtik, President of Control […]

In an effort to speed up vaccinations after a slower than expected rollout, HHS last week began encouraging states to start vaccinating individuals 65 and older, along with those ages 16 and older with comorbidities. Meanwhile President Biden unveiled a COVID-19 vaccination plan which aims to pick up the pace of vaccinations by creating federal […]

President Biden has unveiled the first part in his two-part plan for rescue and economic recovery—the American Rescue Plan. He is expected to lay out part two – the Build Back Better Recovery Plan, next month. The $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan is intended to address immediate COVID-19 needs, while the Build Back Better Recovery […]

Issuing a regulatory freeze is standard practice for an incoming administration, so as expected, shortly after President Biden was sworn in on January 20, the White House issued a memo directing agencies to freeze for 60 days any agency rules or guidance issued by the Trump administration that have not taken effect by Inauguration Day. […]

Following his inauguration on January 20, President Biden signed 17 executive orders — including several aimed at COVID-19 and others overturning a number of President Trump’s previous executive orders and policies. The January 20 orders included a mask mandate for all federal properties and for interstate travel, rejoining the World Health Organization, reinstating the Global […]

Calling all life sciences early stage founders and startups! In partnership with the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute at the University of Utah, the University’s David Eccles School of Business is now accepting applications to join its Master of Business Creation (MBC) program for 2021-2022. The priority application deadline is Feb. 12, 2021. This nine-month, professional-degree program […]

  Lehi-based Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma Oncology (SDP Oncology) recently announced that the first patient has been dosed in a Phase 1/2 study evaluating the investigational agent TP-0184, an activin receptor-like kinase 2 (ALK2) and ALK5 inhibitor, for the treatment of anemia in adult patients with low or intermediate risk myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). “The management of […]

Ready to expand your company’s visibility and partnership opportunities beyond borders in 2021? Join the Innovation Stage, BIO Digital’s new interactive forum showcasing the hottest companies in biotech!  How does it work? Fast-paced presentations and networking allow you to showcase your company, biotech region, or technology to a global audience of prospective partners ahead of […]

Presented by BioUtah and the Salt Lake Chamber on January 15, 2021, this webinar provided a briefing with biopharmaceutical industry experts to discuss the science behind the development of COVID-19 vaccines, the regulatory process to ensure they’re safe and effective and an update on Utah’s participation in COVID-19 clinical trials.    

Press Release Courtesy of Gentex ZEELAND, Mich., Jan. 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX) today announced the acquisition of a new nanofiber sensing technology capable of detecting a wide variety of chemicals, from explosives to volatile organic compounds, with widespread application in a multitude of industries. Gentex is a long-time supplier of electro-optical products for the global […]

PPP loans have been reopened with an infusion of $284 billion for First Draw and Second Draw loans. First Draw loan applications will be accepted from January 11, 2021 to March 31, 2021. Second Draw applications begin January 13, 2021, until March 31, 2021. To promote access for smaller lenders and their customers, SBA will […]

On January 14th, January 26th, and February 2nd, don’t miss this series with the United States – Mexico Chamber of Commerce on the life sciences industry. Beginning on January 14th, join the video conference on Mexico’s Economic and Political Outlook. Following that, January 26th will cover Mexico’s Pharma, Biotech and Medical Devices Sectors, and February […]

  Apply to Present at BIO-Europe Spring® Digital  NEW deadline to apply is January 20. View Presentation Options Attracting visibility as a presenting company has never been easier at BIO-Europe Spring Digital! While presenting at a digital event may be different than what you are used to in person, it does provide new opportunities for […]

Based on its preliminary internal financial reporting for the fourth quarter 2020, Co-Diagnostics has announced that unaudited quarterly revenue for the company is anticipated to be the highest in the company’s history and to surpass analyst estimates. Analysts’ estimates for the fourth quarter ranged from $24 million to $25.98 million. Quarterly revenue is anticipated to […]

Clene Nanomedicine, Inc. (Clene) last week announced the closing of a merger with Tottenham Acquisition I Limited (“Tottenham”) and provided a corporate update. Proceeds from this transaction totaled approximately $31.9 million. The combined, publicly traded company is operating under the name Clene Inc., and its common stock began trading on the NASDAQ Capital Market on […]

Kidney care innovators Renalytix AI and DaVita are partnering on a new program aimed at slowing disease progression and improving health outcomes for the nation’s estimated 37 million adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD). This first of its kind program is expected to improve patient outcomes and provide meaningful cost reductions for healthcare providers and […]

We’ve received more information on channels for vaccine distribution with some positive developments

This report offers a high-level overview focused mainly on the pharmaceutical industry, related capital events – incl. investments in biotech and medtech companies – FDI flows, the biggest players in the field, and the key trends in life sciences. Read the full report below:  LS & Phamaceuticals Industry Report

Co-Diagnostics has announced that it has completed principal design work for a PCR test that would allow researchers to identify certain mutations in a newly detected variant of SARS-CoV-2 known as VUI 202012/01. The new coronavirus strain comprises several mutations and may be more contagious than its predecessors. London and the southeast of Great Britain […]

Vertex has announced FDA approval of eligibility for TRIKAFTA® (elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor) to include people with cystic fibrosis (CF) ages 12 years and older with certain mutations in the CFTR gene. SYMDEKO® (tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor) and KALYDECO® (ivacaftor) also received approvals to include additional responsive mutations in people with CF ages 6 years and older and age 4 […]

Phoenix PharmaLabs (Phoenix), a Utah company developing potent, non-addictive treatments for pain and opioid and cocaine addictions, announced it has launched its second offering campaign on the Netcapital platform. This new offering follows a fund raise in 2019 of more than $1.1 million via Netcapital.  Proceeds from this latest campaign will further support the development […]

Article courtesy of Business Wire December 21, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time SALT LAKE CITY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Phoenix PharmaLabs, a privately held, preclinical drug company dedicated to developing potent, non-addictive treatments for pain and opioid and cocaine addictions, announced it has launched its second offering campaign on the Netcapital platform: https://netcapital.com/companies/phoenix. Proceeds from this campaign will further […]

Today the State of Utah released updated plans for First Wave of Phase 2 COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution.  Notably the press release states that “Prioritization based on an individual’s employment status in certain industries is no longer being considered by the Unified Command group”.

BioUtah joined numerous patient advocates and healthcare providers in sending a letter to U.S. House and Senate leaders in opposition to the Trump administration’s Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) drug pricing rule. The letter, organized by The Part B Access for Seniors and Physicians (ASP) Coalition, stated that the MFN model for Medicare Part B drugs will “lead […]

ReddyPort has announced it has raised Seed Funding to support launch of its non-invasive ventilation (NIV) products in 2021. Tony Lair, the former CEO of NeoMed (acquired by Avanos), led the investment round with participation from existing and new investors, including Spring Bay Ventures and MedMountain Ventures. Tony Lair will join ReddyPort’s Board of Directors. […]

Medsential has announced that it is now offering COVID-19 IgM/IgG rapid antibody tests to point of care providers and is able to meet high demand. The test has recently received FDA emergency use authorization. “We are thrilled to have a point of care rapid antibody test now available. We know hospitals, medical offices, and other […]

ELITech Group recently announced its SARS-CoV-2 Plus Elite MGB Kit received CE marking and has been released. The test kit was developed to distinguish SARS-CoV-2 from other respiratory viruses, including influenza A/B and respiratory syncytial virus types A/B that may have similar symptoms. It runs on the firm’s Elite InGenius platform, as well as other […]

Both the House of Representatives and the Senate passed on Monday a more than $900 billion COVID-19 stimulus package. The long-awaited and much needed assistance comes after months of protracted wrangling between the parties. As of this writing, President Trump did not say he would veto the bill but he asked Congress to amend it […]