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We have used the biological processes of microorganisms for 6,000 years to make useful food products, such as bread and cheese, and to preserve dairy products.

Today, the biotechnology industry is enjoying more success and influence than ever before. Our industry’s innovations continue to improve the lives of people worldwide, and the advancement of these innovations is supported by the work of BIO.

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Letters, Testimony & Comments

March 1 2013
  BIO’s comments on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) draft 2014 Call Letter, submitted Friday,...
March 1 2013
  The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the opportunity to submit...
February 27 2013
    Dear Sir/Madam:    The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration...
February 21 2013
Ms. Marilyn Tavenner, B.S.N., M.H.A. Acting Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Room 445–G, Hubert H....
February 19 2013
    The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) for the...

Press Releases

February 28 2013
WASHINGTON, DC – February 28, 2013 –The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) lauds the Senate for...
January 25 2013
The Biotechnology Industry Organization lauds the House of Representatives for passing H.R. 307, the Pandemic and All...
October 1 2012
Washington, D.C. (October 1, 2012) — Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) President and...
July 23 2012
Groups Issue Booklet to Help Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Companies Identify Pipeline Medicines with Doping...
June 28 2012
  Pleased to move forward on biosimilars pathway Washington, D.C. (June 28, 2012) –Biotechnology...