Arizona Bioscience News: Phoenix medical manufacturing growth; UA Health Sciences director; Arizona’s next measles outbreak

February 27, 2025

By Jessica Vaile

Scientist in Laboratory

Medical manufacturing set to drive growth in Phoenix market / Phoenix Business Journal

In the Phoenix market, major investments are being made to establish an ecosystem for manufacturing, research and development and innovation in health care, including Mayo Clinic’s Discovery Oasis campus in north Phoenix that is being considered by companies around the world.


Dan Theodorescu has been appointed as the director of University of Arizona Cancer Center / OncoDaily

The University of Arizona Health Sciences has named Dr. Dan Theodorescu as the director of the University of Arizona Cancer Center effective March 1, where he will oversee the scientific and administrative operations of the National Cancer Institute-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.


Doctor says Arizona’s next measles outbreak is ‘just a matter of time’ / KTAR

Arizona hasn’t had any measles cases yet this year, but a local medical expert thinks “it’s just a matter of time” as vaccination rates continue to decline. Read more: This Arizona health expert weighs in on the measles outbreak—and how contagious it is


One week to go until Bio Capital Conference / Flinn Foundation

Whether you’re a founder, investor, ecosystem partner, or service provider, there’s something for every bioscience enthusiast to explore at the March 6 Flinn Foundation Bio Capital Conference, from how to build a successful company to how to tell your story.


Upcoming Events:

Feb. 28: XLR8 PBC application deadline

Feb. 28: Flinn-Brown application deadline

March 6: Flinn Foundation Bio Capital Conference

March 25: TechFusion: AI, IT, and Computer Science Conference

April 2-3: Venture Madness 2025


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