Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) news
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) today announced BIOEquality Agenda which aims to attack the systemic inequality, injustice and unfair treatment of women and communities of color through the positive force of biotechnology. Recognizing that gains from transformative science are not always shared equally, BIO is challenging the industry, and its partners, to find solutions for inequitable healthcare delivery, disp
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In response to attacks on Dr. Anthony Fauci’s credibility and character, BIO President and CEO Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath issued the following statement:
“As this global pandemic continues to wreak havoc, we must stand behind the scientists and researchers working tirelessly to eradicate this devastating disease. Nothing is more disheartening or disturbing than to see Dr. Anthony Fauci, a critical leader at a pivotal moment, maligned publicly and att
Today more than 20 leading biopharmaceutical companies announced the creation of an estimated $1 billion fund to help support the pipeline for new antibiotic treatments. The AMR Action Fund was launched as the threat of antimicrobial resistance, or AMR, continues to grow and claim more lives. In response to today’s launch of the fund, BIO issued the following statements celebrating the news:
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Tom DiLenge, President, Advocacy, Law and Public Policy, of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO), released the following statement regarding the prescription drug provisions in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act (HR 1425):
“More than two-and-a-half million individuals across the country have been infected by the novel coronavirus and countless more have been personally impacted by this global pandemic. At a time when biopharmaceuti