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BioBytes 108 - What are Stem Cells?

What's a stem cell? Where does it come from? Learn more about how biotechnology is utilizing stem cells to create tomorrow's cures for today's diseases.

BioBytes 104 - What is personalized medicine?

Personalized medicine will change the way patients are treated in the future - for the better. Learn more about personalized medicine - how it works, and why it could save consumers a lot of money.

BioBytes 101 - What is biotechnology?

This video provides a basic overview of biotechnology and its many applications in our daily lives.

BioBytes 103 - What are biotech drugs?

Are biotech drugs really that different from traditional pharmaceuticals.  You bet they are.  Learn why here.

The Ubiquitin Proteasome System: Deja Vu, or Something New?
Developing Drugs for Rare Diseases
The Right Fit for Companion Technologies
Developing drugs and companion diagnostics
The Importance of President Obama's Executive Order on Embryonic Stem Cells

In this interview, BIO President and CEO Jim Greenwood explains the promise of stem cell research and why it is an important first step in bringing new therapies to patients.

Guide to Biotechnology 2008

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.

2007-2008 BIO Milestones

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.

Alzheimer's: Searching for a Cure

Learn about one of the paths scientists are taking in the search for a cure for Alzheimer's.

Growing The Nation's Biotech Sector

States and regions throughout the United States are investing to create a business climate that supports the specific needs of the biosciences sector.

Ideas to Encourage Innovation for Diseases without a Market

This paper is an overview of a variety of ways that have been suggested to encourage innovation/research and development for diseases that are endemic to the developing world but not the developed world.

Letters, Testimony & Comments

Cell and Gene Therapy: BIO Comments on Preclinical Assessment of Investigational Cellular and Gene Therapy Products
February 27 2013
    Dear Sir/Madam:    The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration...
SMU: BIO Statement on Creating an Alternative Approval Pathway for Certain Drugs Intended to Address Unmet Medical Need
February 4 2013
  The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the opportunity to provide...
BIO Comments on ANVISA Public Consultation N°66/2012
February 1 2013
BIO respectfully submits both questions and comments for the National Health Surveillance Agency’s (ANVISA) consideration on the...
IRB: BIO Comments on Draft Guidance for IRBs
January 22 2013
Dear Sir/Madam: The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the opportunity to...
Accelerated Approval: BIO Comments on pCR in Neoadjuvant Treatment for Breast Cancer
July 29 2012
  Dear Sir/Madam: The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the...
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Press Releases

IFPMA, BIO and WADA Advance Anti-Doping Collaboration with the Launch of 2 Fields 1 Goal Campaign
July 23 2012
Groups Issue Booklet to Help Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Companies Identify Pipeline Medicines with Doping...
BIO Supports Permanent Reauthorization of Programs to Encourage Development of Lifesaving Medications for Children
March 28 2012
Washington, D.C. (March 28, 2012) – BIO President and CEO Jim Greenwood issued the following statement in...
BIO Statement on New Bill to Extend Therapeutic Discovery Project Tax Credit
May 25 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Wednesday, May 25, 2011) - Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) President and CEO Jim...
Representative Upton Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year
May 4 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Tuesday, May 04, 2011) - The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced today its...
Senator Casey Honored as BIO Legislator of the Year
May 4 2011
Pennsylvania Bio President Christopher Molineaux and BIO President and CEO Jim Greenwood present Senator...
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