Innovations & Research

The successful construction of a synthesized genome could enable new research and development of human therapies, biofuels, and biobased chemicals from renewable resources.

BIOtechNOW speaks with Dr. Trounson is a pioneer of human in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and associated reproductive technologies.

BIO is committed to increased access to biologic medicines for patients throughout the world. 

Emerging biotech companies with promising scientific innovation need a policy environment that will enable them to continue critical research and development of medical advancements and breakthroughs.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex disease involving immune-system attacks on the central nervous system. Research into MS involves questions that dovetail many fields of science, including immunology, neuroscience, psychology and more.

BIOtechNOW’s talks to Bernard Siegel about recent developments in stem cell research and the upcoming BIO International Convention.

With global food costs reaching such dangerous levels, ensuring a safe, affordable and abundant global food supply has never been as important as it is right now.

Thanks to genetic engineering, flowers are heartier and last longer after they’re cut.  And they come in a wider variety of shapes, sizes, scents and colors – even blue!

A new report analyzing FDA-approved monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) produced by a select group of leading biotechnology companies shows that clinical development times – specifically the duration of Phase II and Phase III trials – are lengthening, while FDA review times have remained constant.

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month so it seemed like a good opportunity to learn more about the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month so it seemed like a good opportunity to learn more about the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

Current rules resulting from a 2003 Office of Hearings and Appeals decision have inhibited and interfered with the growth and survival of small private biotechnology companies and the development of promising technologies and products

As Japan works to stabilize the crippled nuclear power plant in Fukushima, people are stocking up on potassium iodide tablets – one of the only drugs available to block the body's absorption of some radioactive materials.

Letters, Testimony & Comments

December 1 2011
On December 1, BIO submitted written testimony to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs on the importance of...
July 28 2011
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) is the world's largest biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business...
January 11 2011
January 7, 2011 President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) Public Oral Comments Ladies and Gentlemen:...
May 27 2009
Re: Draft National Institutes of Health Guidelines for Human Stem Cell Research (FR Doc. E9-9313) Dear Sir/Madam: The Biotechnology...
June 6 2007
BIO Letter to Speaker Pelosi regard BIO's support for S. 5

Press Releases

April 8 2013
Washington, D.C. (April 8, 2013) –  The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) issued the following...
July 20 2012
Washington, D.C. (July 20, 2012) – Today, Representative Michael Fitzpatrick (R-PA) introduced H.R. 6161, the...
March 22 2012
  Washington, DC (March 22, 2012) – The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) applauds the Senate...
September 16 2011
Washington, D.C. (September 16, 2011) – Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) President and CEO Jim...
September 1 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C.(Sept. 1, 2011) – Research and development in synthetic biology is an evolution of...