Recent BioUtah News & Events

From the editors of The Gray Sheet After a week of speculation as to who will succeed US FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb when he steps down next month, Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar announced during a congressional hearing that National Cancer Institute Director Ned Sharpless will step in as acting commissioner. Norman “Ned” […]

Salt Lake City – Kelvyn Cullimore, President and CEO of BioUtah, issued the following statement after the introduction of the Protect Medical Innovation Act, bipartisan legislation introduced by Senators Pat Toomey (R-PA) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), to permanently repeal the medical device tax. “BioUtah and its Utah-based members of the life sciences industry applaud the […]

World Trade Center Utah, partnered with the Governer’s Office of Economic Development, is organizing an international trade mission to Italy and France this summer. The trade mission, led by Governor Gary R. Herbert, will take place from June 14-22, 2019. The event will present a unique opportunity for life sciences companies to expand their footprint […]

On February 7, BioUtah industry partners participating in the Medical Innovations Pathways program welcomed new students at a special “Welcome Event” at Granite Technical Institute. The event was geared to help students learn more about Utah’s life sciences companies and prepare them for their on-site job shadows. Work-based experience that links classroom learning to real-world […]

On November 1, 2018, at the BioUtah Utah Life Sciences Summit (ULSS). the Regulatory Affairs Professionals (RAPS) Utah Chapter was officially announced by chapter chair Robert Wolfarth, senior manager of regulatory affairs for Merit Medical. Last week, members of the growing Chapter gathered to celebrate their launch and kick-off the year ahead. “This new RAPS […]

Newswise— The Coalition for the Life Sciences, on behalf of the Congressional Biomedical Research Caucus, is pleased to announce Congressman John Curtis (R-UT) as the newest co-chair of the Caucus. He joins Reps. Jackie Speier (D-CA), Steve Stivers (R-OH), and Steve Cohen (D-TN) as leaders of the 78-member bipartisan Caucus. “It is an honor to […]

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 […]

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 […]

Salt Lake City, January 11, 2019: Promotus LLC, a Salt Lake City-based medical device company, has announced the hiring of Frank Sarcone as its new CEO to take the reins on commercialization of its flagship knee rehabilitation product, KneeMD. Having previously supported the company as an industry advisor, Mr. Sarcone joined the team full time […]

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 […]

Policy Changes & Post-Election Analysis  Join us for a roundtable event and an interactive dialogue featuring the Honorable Dave Camp, senior policy advisor in PwC’s Tax Policy Services practice and former chairman of the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee (2011 to 2015). Chairman Camp will discuss the impact of the current administration’s policy changes […]

BioUtah is proud to announce that Polarity TE has opted to become a Legacy Member of BioUtah.  Polarity TE joins Zions Bank as one of only two companies, and the only life science company, in this Elite category of membership.  We appreciate not only the support of Polarity TE but also the significance attached to […]

Start chatting, get insights and updates and network with your Utah Regulatory community at RAPS.org/JoinUtah The Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society (RAPS) has recently authorized the creation of the Utah Chapter, including a private online community for Utah regulatory professionals. Benefits of Joining the RAPS Utah Chapter Access to critical information to keep up with regulatory […]

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 […]

On December 10, the House Ways and Means Committee released tax legislation that includes an extension of the medical device tax moratorium. Specifically, the extension would add another five years to the current two-year delay, providing relief until  January 1, 2025. BioUtah applauds this action and urges Utah’s U.S. Senators and Representatives to move on […]

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 […]

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, […]

Blocking a Cell Receptor Could Protect Against Deadly Disease. Hantaviruses cause severe and sometimes fatal respiratory infections, but how they infect lung cells has been a mystery. In today’s issue of Nature, an international team reports that hantaviruses gain entry to lung cells by “unlocking” a cell-surface receptor called protocadherin-1 (PCDH1). Deleting this receptor made […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Blocking a Cell Receptor Could Protect Against Deadly Disease. Hantaviruses cause severe and sometimes fatal respiratory infections, but how they infect lung cells has been a mystery. In today’s issue of Nature, an international team reports that hantaviruses gain entry to lung cells by “unlocking” a cell-surface receptor called protocadherin-1 (PCDH1). Deleting this receptor made […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

 Nov. 1, 2018 (Salt Lake City)—The University of Utah’s Center for Technology & Venture Commercialization (TVC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with PROTECS to manage an incubator in the university’s Research Park. TVC will provide programming for the incubator, as well as comprehensive startup support services for TVC licensees. This will be the first […]

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Recursion Pharmaceuticals, a biotechnology company that combines artificial intelligence (AI), experimental biology, and automation to discover and develop drugs at scale, has been awarded a 2018 Top Workplaces award by The Salt Lake Tribune. The honor coincides with the official opening of Recursion’s expansive new research and development (R&D) facility […]

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 […]

On Tuesday, Sept. 25, Gov. Gary R. Herbert addressed the breakfast plenary session of the 2018 MedTech Conference, telling the packed ballroom of 3,000 national and International medical technology executives and stakeholders about Utah’s exceptional life sciences industry, and raising the profile of the state as the place to be for innovation, growth and better […]

SALT LAKE CITY, UT (September 28, 2018) – BioUtah today announced that the board of directors has selected Kelvyn H. Cullimore Jr. as its president and CEO. Cullimore will succeed Kelly Slone, who has served in that capacity for the past three years.   Cullimore comes to BioUtah with deep experience in both industry and […]

Dr. Shuren will take the stage as the luncheon keynote at the 2018 BioUtah Utah Life Sciences Summit, speaking to the state’s premier gathering of industry leaders, innovators, government officials, educators, and investors September 14, 2018 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time SALT LAKE CITY–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BioUtah, Utah’s only trade association dedicated solely to the life sciences community, […]