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Sequenom Is Improving Prenatal Screening, in Steps

Article preview reprinted from Start-Up - December 2008    

There's been a buzz around Sequenom's prenatal diagnostic technology and the anticipated launch next year of a blood based test for Down's syndrome. Although success is far from assured, the development of that assay has done much to resurrect the company's prospects.

Deals Shaping the Medical Industry

Article preview reprinted from IN VIVO -December 2008

Arbor Vita (protein-based diagnostics and therapeutics) has chosen Becton Dickinson to help it develop a new diagnostic for cervical cancer.

Heart Valve Market: PAVR Poised for Growth

Article preview reprinted Medtech Insight - January 2009

Much like the early days of coronary stenting, percutaneous aortic valve replacement has captured the imagination of physicians and industry alike.

President Obama Freezes Pending Bush Regulations For Review

Full article reprinted from "The Gray Sheet" - January 26, 2009

Find out how in one of his first acts after taking office, President Obama temporarily halted issuance of regulations from all federal departments and agencies until his own appointees have signed off on the rules.

Comparative Effectiveness Language In Stimulus Bill Raises Concerns

Full article reprinted from "The Gray Sheet" - January 26, 2009

Find out how the House Appropriations Committee Jan. 21 approved $1.1 billion to fund comparative effectiveness research as part of an economic stimulus ¹package, but industry and some patient and physician groups are expressing strong reservations about the language of the bill, as well as accompanying report language.

Final Guidance Names Submissions Subject To ClinicalTrials.gov Certification

 Full article reprinted from "The Gray Sheet" - January 26, 2009

Find out how final guidance published Jan. 21 provides answers for device companies still confused about how and when they must certify to FDA that they have registered their clinical trials on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Medical Device Makers Drive Australia’s Biotech Sector Gains

Full translation summary from PharmAsia News - January 22, 2009

The medical device sector of Australia's biotech industry is the most successful sector, as demonstrated by AtCor Medical's report of a 76 percent increase in interim sales.

Wound Care Devices: Growth Amid Uncertainty

Article preview reprinted Medtech Insight - January 2009

Find out how over the last 15 years, a trend toward evidence-based medicine has led to a greater understanding of the science behind wound healing.

Vascular Access Closure Ten Years Later: Why Start-Ups Can't Seal the Deal

Article preview reprinted from Start-Up - December 2008

Find out how despite the best intentions and brightest innovation, start-ups haven't been able to tap into the huge potential presented by the vascular closure market.