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Can the Defense Department Be a Significant Driver of New Biofuels Technology?

To carry out military and humanitarian missions around the world, U.S. forces require reliable fuel supplies and secure supply lines. At the micro level, the military is as much at the mercy of high oil and gasoline prices as the average consumer. In addition, when you calculate the fully burdened cost of fuels, for instance a gallon of jet fuel delivered to the front lines in Afghanistan, it can be upwards of $400 per gallon. And, on a macro level, oil often comes from regions of the world that are not U.S. military allies. The need for great energy independence is therefore a very important national security issue.

Renee Winsky, Tech Council of Maryland

Tracy Cooley talks to Renee Winsky about biotech in Maryland and the upcoming  BIO International Convention  in Washington, DC.

Business Executives to Highlight Opportunities for New Product Development

All programs at the BIO World Congress on Industrial Biotechnology and Bioprocessing are open to attendance by members of the media. Complimentary media registration is available to editors and reporters with valid press credentials working full time for print, broadcast or web publications.

Biotech Food: Setting the Record Straight

Despite the fact that U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack believes that the regulation of genetically engineered agricultural products must be science-based, and that he has “no doubts about the safety of the products this system has approved and will continue to approve,” some state legislatures are considering bills requiring labeling for biotech-derived food. These bills defy existing science-based regulation and are wholly unnecessary.

BIO Support Deployment of Biotech Chemical Platforms

BIO released a white paper on the growth and jobs potential of green chemicals.

BIO Asks Congress to Fund GREEN JOB Act

The advanced biofuel industry can reduce reliance on oil and create green jobs; diverse federal programs are necessary to help producers secure financing for construction of projects. The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today joined 34 other companies and trade associations to ask leaders of the House Ways and Means Committee to include the language of H.R. 5142, the Grow a Renewable Energy Economy Now – Jumpstart Other Biofuels (GREEN JOB) Act of 2010, in the next appropriate revenue vehicle considered by the House.

BIO and Other Groups Urge Congress To Preserve Renewable Fuel Standard

The federal Renewable Fuel Standard provides the stable policy essential to attracting private investment to the development of advanced biofuels. The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) today joined the Advanced BioFuel Association, the Renewable Fuel Association, the Advanced Ethanol Council and the American Coalition for Ethanol in a letter to leaders of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works urging protection of the federal RFS.

Renewable Fuel Standard: Incentivizing Biofuel Innovation
The Role of Intellectual Property in Global Health

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

Policies Necessary for Supporting Small Biotech Businesses

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.

Staying Ahead of the Legal and Regulatory Curve

Providing legal counsel within the biotech industry comes with a unique set of challenges.  Legal professionals must consistently stay on top of the latest policy and regulatory changes within the industry. From patent issues to new laws on licensing to regulations for new innovations, the BIO International Convention (June 27-30) will feature the latest updates, insights and networking opportunities—plus educational sessions where you can earn up to eight CLE credit hours—to help fast-track your career. Sit in on any number of BIO Program presentations by leading law firms and earn CLE credits.

The Future of Food Needs to Include Biotech Crops

You might have heard that the Prince of Wales, just days after hosting the Royal Wedding, paid us a visit here in Washington.  Prince Charles, a long-time organic food advocate and self-described environmentalist, was here to speak at a Washington Post symposium on the Future of Food.

Military and Aviation Industry Outline Need for Sustainable Biofuels

Recently introduced legislation could help the military become the technology leader in scaling up commercial production of sustainable biofuels, such as algae.

The Global Biotech Industry Comes to BIO

The world’s largest biotech hubs are busy planning their delegations’ visits to the  BIO International Convention  next month. The international program at the Convention will be one of the most robust to date, with International Case Studies, breakout sessions focused on globalization and Super Sessions focused on the emerging markets.

Royal DSM CEO Predicts Shift to Bio-based Economy Starts Now

During today’s plenary lunch session at BIO's 2011 World Congress in Toronto, Royal DSM CEO Feike Sijbesma gave a passionate keynote address and accepted the 2011 George Washington Carver Award for his company’s efforts to promote bio-based products over those relying on fossil-fuel resources.

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...
Electronic Submissions: BIO Comments on Providing Submissions in Electronic Format
February 19 2013
    The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) thanks the Food and Drug Administration (FDA or Agency) for the...
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 Principles on Patient Safety in the Substitution of Biologic Products
January 24 2013
Biologics are complex medicines manufactured from living organisms. Unlike traditional “small molecule” drugs, biologics are...
Statement in Opposition to North Dakota S. 2066
January 24 2013
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) is the world’s largest biotechnology trade association. BIO represents more than 1,...
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Press Releases

Ken Lisaius Named BIO's Vice President of Communications
January 23 2013
Washington, D.C. (January 23, 2013) –  The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) announced that Ken...
BIO Strongly Opposes RFS Waiver Requests in Comments to EPA
October 9 2012
Any waiver of the RFS would have little to no effect on corn prices, but would certainly harm biofuel producers and...
Release of FDA Guidance for Biosimilars Pathway Marks Important Step Forward, Says BIO
February 9 2012
Patient Safety Must Remain Top Priority Washington, D.C. (February 9, 2012) — Biotechnology Industry...
BIO Comments on New Initiatives to Grow Nation’s Bioeconomy
September 16 2011
Washington, D.C. (September 16, 2011) – Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) President and CEO Jim...
Synthetic Biology’s Potential for Commercial Innovation Should Be Supported, BIO Argues
September 1 2011
WASHINGTON, D.C.(Sept. 1, 2011) – Research and development in synthetic biology is an evolution of...
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