Biocommunique Corporate Newsletter

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COVER STORYView All

Biocom Releases 2020 Economic Impact Report

June 25th, 2020

Report provides key economic, demographic, and industry performance data and analysis for the life science industry in the state and selected sub-state regions.

Biocom Releases The Path Forward: Biocom Return to Work Guide for California’s Life Science Industry

June 11th, 2020

This week, Biocom also supplied more than 700 companies with free-of-charge PPE, including 2.5M masks.

Biocom Releases Results of Second Survey to Better Understand Testing and Resources

May 15th, 2020

Survey results will better guide Biocom’s Return to Work Task Force in devising a plan to help the industry move forward.

Biocom Presents Results from Return to Work Strategy Survey

April 30th, 2020

Biocom’s task force deployed the survey last week to assess how California’s life science companies are operating during this time.

Biocom Member SpotlightView All

Biocom Member Spotlight: Interview with Keith Murphy, CEO and Co-Founder, Viscient Biosciences

October 22nd, 2019

Keith talks about creating a company displacing the use of animal models by building 3-D bio printed liver tissue to use in drug discovery, and the three things needed to get any business up and running.

Biocom Member Spotlight: Interview with Kokila & Praful Doshi, Co-Founders of Leo Lens Technology

September 6th, 2019

Kokila and Praful Doshi talk about leveraging the power of 3D digital printing technology to create a world in which all preventable blindness is eliminated.

Biocom Member Spotlight: Interview with Mike Nall, CEO of Biocept

June 14th, 2019

Mike talks about creating a company culture that spans multi-generations, to raising money as a micro-cap startup, to turning cancer into a chronic condition we can monitor.

Biocom Member Spotlight: Interview with Claire Weston, CEO of Reveal Biosciences

June 7th, 2019

Claire opens up about how the company is using machine learning in pathology to inform patient treatment strategies.

BIOCOM NEWSView All

Biocom Institute’s Veterans Initiative Charity Golf Tournament is Back!

June 25th, 2020

Join us for a day on the green while you show your support for veterans interested in pursuing careers in life science.

Biocom’s Next Return to Work Webinar to Cover Testing

June 25th, 2020

Employers will learn how to implement testing in the workplace while adhering to industry standards and guidance from Biocom’s Return to Work Task Force.

6 Key Takeaways from Biocom’s Life Science Supply Chain Impacts Webinar

June 19th, 2020

Understand how the global supply chain has been impacted, how this affects life science equipment supplies, and how to manage any disruptions to your business.

Aid in the Creation of Cyber Security Programs with a Quick Survey

June 11th, 2020

An increasing number of cyberattacks have been reported since COVID-19 hit. Help us determine the needs of our industry to protect from future attacks.

PUBLIC POLICY NEWSView All

Senate HELP Committee Examines Lessons Learned from COVID-19 Pandemic

June 25th, 2020

Committee members discussed priorities for the next pandemic, supply chain impact, and the nation’s dependence on foreign manufacturing for medical supplies.

Governor, Democratic Leaders Strike Agreement on Budget

June 25th, 2020

Read how items within budget trailer bill AB 85 will directly impact life science companies and how Biocom is modifying proposals.

House E&C Committee Examines the Administration’s Response to COVID-19

June 24th, 2020

Anthony Fauci, Commissioner Hahn, Robert Redfield, and Brett Giroir were also questioned on vaccine development and current outbreaks seen across the country.

State Legislature Finishing Pre-Recess Work

June 24th, 2020

Learn more about the bills Biocom is engaging on, including SB 972, AB 398, and additional bills that could impact life science companies.

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENTView All

Biocom Institute Hosts Notre Dame Virtual Biotech Trek

June 11th, 2020

Twenty students participated in Biocom Institute’s Virtual Biotech Trek, exploring additional career paths in the life science arena.

Join the STEAM Team and Inspire Students During the Era of Distance Learning

May 4th, 2020

Support teachers to continue to provide impactful educational experiences in their virtual classrooms.

From the Laboratory to Leadership Virtual Live Meeting Format Begins May 18th

April 30th, 2020

The program helps life science professionals improve their leadership skills through highly engaging group discussions and uses your company as a learning lab.

City of STEM Creates “STEM at Home”

April 15th, 2020

Keep students engaged in STEM by visiting the STEM at Home resource portal with educational videos and fun activities.

PURCHASING GROUPView All

Flexible Fisher Scientific Financial Solutions for Biocom Members During COVID-19

June 8th, 2020

Defer your payments, not your scientific advancements. Biocom members are extended 90-day payment period during COVID-19.

Biocom Purchasing Group Suppliers United Against COVID-19

May 15th, 2020

Safety tips, temperature checks, road maps, webinars, and many other back-to-work resources from the endorsed suppliers of the Biocom Purchasing Group.

Biocom Members Now Have Access to Divvy’s SBA PPP Streamlined Application Process

April 15th, 2020

Receive up to $10M through the SBA Paycheck Protection Program with the new Biocom Purchasing Group + Divvy partnership.

A Transformative Health Benefit That Can Change and Even Save Lives

August 9th, 2019

Cancer Guardian’s unique benefit offers a dedicated cancer strategy for those managing the challenging impacts of cancer in the workplace.

DEALS AND DATAView All

Merck and Yumanity’s Massive Deal for Neurodegenerative Diseases, Illumina Accelerator Welcomes First Global Cohort of Genomics Startups

June 25th, 2020

Merck and Yumanity’s Massive Deal for Neurodegenerative Diseases, Illumina Accelerator Welcomes First Global Cohort of Genomics Startups, Verily Joins Back-to-Work Health Screening Market

Cue Health Receives FDA Approval for COVID-19 Test, Larry Smarr Retires, Quidel Receives BARDA Funding for Point-of-Care Diagnostic Assay

June 11th, 2020

Bringing you the latest financial and strategic news from top leaders in life science.

Antibody from Sorrento Therapeutics Shows 100 Percent Inhibition of SARS-CoV-2, Halozyme Receives Massive Milestone Payment from Janssen, Genalyte & SD Blood Bank Fight COVID-19 Together

May 15th, 2020

Bringing you the latest financial and strategic news from top leaders in life science.

Partnerships Form to Boost Coronavirus Vaccine Production, Pfizer’s Deal with Valneva, Remdesivir Shows Modest Benefits in Trial

April 30th, 2020

Bringing you the latest financial and strategic news from top leaders in life science.

NEWS FROM OUR MEMBERSView All

Biocom Member Discount Offered for ON Helix Digital Conference

June 25th, 2020

Biocom members can receive 10% off the standard delegate rate for the conference.

Disruptive IoT Solution from WattIQ Turns Smart Plugs into Data Mines

June 25th, 2020

Labs and asset management service providers are leveraging the technology to better understand usage.

Mispro Biotech Services Expands its Contract Vivarium Network to South San Francisco

June 24th, 2020

New facility offers access to research space for preclinical rodent studies and includes comprehensive animal care and compliance oversight services.

2020 Amgen and MBC BioLabs Golden Ticket Contest

June 24th, 2020

Apply to win a free year of lab space at the MBC BioLabs launchpad and receive mentorship by experienced Amgen scientists.