BIO.News Newsletter

A new study finds that biofuel derived from corn emits even fewer greenhouse gases than we initially thought. Meanwhile, data from around the world tells us why vaccine equity is not only the right thing to do, but also good for the economy. (762 words, 3 minutes, 48 seconds)

Yesterday, our international friends launched a new campaign to boost vaccine confidence. We have the details and explain why we can trust COVID-19 vaccines when they’re approved. We also take a look at how biotech—and avocado toast—might transform your takeout. (775, 3 minutes, 52 seconds)

Ahead of the Biden administration’s first full week, we sent a letter pledging to work with them on climate change—today we explain how. And today, we're recognizing the one-year anniversary of the world’s first COVID-19 lockdown and Moderna’s vaccine announcement. (943 words, 4 minutes, 42 seconds)

Ending the week with a quick look at what to expect during the first 100 days of the Biden administration and BIO’s reaction to a few key actions so far. (770 words, 3 minutes, 50 seconds)

It’s Day 1 of the Biden administration—but before we move forward, we have to look back at former President Trump’s last-minute change to Medicare Part D that would strip protections for seniors and vulnerable patients. Meanwhile, New Mexico joins the list of states moving closer to a low-carbon fuel standard. (905 words, 4 minutes, 31 seconds)

Today, the last full day of the Trump administration, we take a closer look at the Most Favored Nation drug pricing scheme and what to expect in the coming days in D.C. We also have news from Twist Bioscience that could improve testing for the new COVID-19 variant. (885 words, 4 minutes, 25 seconds) Good Day BIO is off tomorrow, Wednesday, January 20, for Inauguration Day. We will resume publication on Thursday, January 21. Stay safe, D.C.

We’re ending the week with promising news from Johnson & Johnson and another look at the potential for biotechnology to boost our food supply and the economy. Enjoy the long weekend. (784 words, 3 minutes, 55 seconds) Good Day BIO is taking a break on Monday, January 18, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. We will resume publication on Tuesday, January 19.

With mRNA, the future of medicine is happening now. We have the details on Moderna’s mRNA vaccine announcement, as well as what we can do to reduce the risk of food insecurity in the face of climate change. (836 words, 4 minutes, 10 seconds)

Today, we take a closer look at the news that the EPA will issue more exemptions to the biofuels requirements—creating more uncertainty for the industry. We also update you on new vaccine distribution guidelines and where things stand in the vaccine race. (917 words, 4 minutes, 35 seconds)

In the wake of last week’s attack on the U.S. Capitol and democracy, BIO will put all political donations on hold while reassessing criteria for determining which candidates to financially support. Keep reading for the details. We also have biofuels news from the U.S. Supreme Court and several states, and a recap of yesterday’s WuXi Global Forum during JPM Week. (826 words, 4 minutes, 7 seconds)