Annually on March 17th, "the Irish and the Irish-at-heart across the globe observe St. Patrick’s Day,” as the popular saying goes. It was originally a day of religious feasts for the patron saint of Ireland, but today it is an international celebration of Irish culture—complete with parades,…

One year ago today, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a “pandemic.” Here’s a look back at key activities from BIO and the industry over the past year—and how we were able to come so far, so fast.  Most of the world woke up to the seriousness of the pandemic on…

Remember traveling? 2019 was the most I have ever traveled in one year, and in 2020 I planned to pack in even more miles. I do have a slight fear of flying, but once in the air I find comfort in watching the landscapes change. When flying from D.C. to Des Moines for a BIO event in 2019, it felt…

A zoonotic disease has killed 500,000 Americans and closed countless businesses and eliminated millions of jobs. Climate change is causing increasingly volatile, and devastating weather events and likely contributed to the cold snap that battered Texas. If we don’t act, this is just the tip of the…

Mapillar Dahn has three daughters—and they all have sickle cell disease. But she gained hope thanks to Global Blood Therapeutics (GBT) drug Oxbryta, the first FDA-approved drug targeting the underlying cause of sickle cell disease rather than just its symptoms. Dahn’s oldest daughter, Tully, was…

Truth be told, I’ve spent a lot of money on apparel just because it’s made from plastic bottles. I thought I was helping, until I read, Recycled Plastic is Everywhere—and It’s Harming the Planet. “[H]ere’s the thing,” Elizabeth Segran wrote, “Every time you wash or wear that puffer, microscopic…

We couldn’t help but notice that biotech has a role in everything—including Valentine’s Day. From the romantic meal and champagne toasts to brilliant bouquets, biotechnology is helping protect all the traditions we love. To help make this locked down Valentine’s Day extra special, we pulled…

It’s Super Bowl time and you know what that means! Even if you’re not doing the typical large gathering, chances are you’re still indulging your in your favorite Superbowl snacks—sandwiches, nachos, burgers, beer, and more!   And we can thank biotechnology for allowing us to enjoy these popular…

With the new Congress comes new priorities that are in large part dictated by the leadership in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate. At the top of the agenda is confronting the COVID-19 pandemic, including passing the $1.9 trillion relief package being proposed by the Biden…

The average person consumes 27 pounds of bananas per year. Bananas are one of the most ubiquitous fruits on the planet, but have you ever taken a moment to ask why? It’s straightforward: bananas are malleable, filling, rich in essential nutrients such as potassium and fiber, easy to eat for nearly…