Posted on May 2, 2008 by cartier@bio
My name is Mark Leahey, and I am the Executive Director of the Medical Device Manufacturers Association (MDMA). MDMA is a national trade association representing innovative, entrepreneurial medical technology companies across the country. Our mission is to ensure that patients have timely access to the latest advancements in medical technology, most of which are developed [...]
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Posted on April 21, 2008 by cartier@bio
We chatted with Virginia Ladd, President and Executive Director of the American Autoimmune Related Disease Association.
What is the scope of your work?
There are over 100 types of autoimmune related diseases, including lupus, type I diabetes, scleroderma, celiac, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, autoimmune hepatitis, rheumatoid arthritis, Graves’ disease, and Sjogren’s syndrome. The NIH estimates that [...]
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Posted on April 2, 2008 by cartier@bio
What is State Science & Technology Institute (SSTI)?
It is a national nonprofit organization based outside of Columbus, OH, that is dedicated to leading, supporting, and strengthening public-private efforts to improve regional economies through science, technology and innovation. Part of SSTI’s mission is to serve as a neutral convener for discussion and advancement of key issues [...]
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