UA researchers, consortium map rice plant genome
August 15, 2005
Researchers from the University of Arizona's Bio5 Institute and UA's plant sciences department are part of an international consortium that has successfully deciphered the complete genetic code of the rice plant.
UMC’s artificial heart goes commercial
August 05, 2005
The CardioWest temporary artificial heart, developed by Tucson's University Medical Center, has been used commercially for the first time in the United States. The Cleveland Clinic implanted a CardioWest Temporary Total Artificial Heart about a week ago in a dying…
Cities name Loop 101 tech corridor
August 05, 2005
Hoping to gain national recognition in the biosciences, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Chandler have teamed up to market a 30 mile stretch of research, technology, and manufacturing businesses along the Loop 101 freeway.
Bio firms help Arizona to VC high, beating national trend
July 27, 2005
Two reports show that Arizona had its strongest venture capital investment quarter since 2002 and, only halfway through the year, has already beaten last year's investment total. The reports also say that Arizona is performing better than the nation, which…
Governor’s commission accepts consultant report on medical school
July 21, 2005
The consulting team assisting the Governor's commission that is studying the implementation of the Phoenix medical school presented its report at the panel's June 15 meeting.
Bioscience start-ups urged to showcase products at November investor conference
July 19, 2005
Bioscience and biotechnology related firms in start-up, early, or growth phases of development are encouraged to apply to present their business to an audience of over 100 investors, bankers, and money managers at the Arizona Angel Investment Conference.
Arizona prominence grows at BIO convention
July 06, 2005
Arizona's presence at the world's largest biotechnology convention continued its annual growth at the June meeting of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) in Philadelphia. The state commanded a more prominent, visible location in the exhibition hall than in past years,…