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Call for papers: Biotechnology Investing

The Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is looking for papers on investing strategies in the biotechnology space. The scope can include valuation models, strategies to identify under-valued companies, case studies in developing and managing a portfolio, etc.
The Journal of Commercial Biotechnology is a peer-reviewed journal focused on the business of biotechnology. More information, instructions for authors, [...]

BIO2008 book signing

For those attending BIO2008 in San Diego this year, I’ll be doing a signing of my books on Wednesday June 18th from 10-11. There will also be a limited number of free copies of the Journal of Commercial Biotechnology, so be sure and show up early!
I’ll also be speaking on Friday morning:
Title: Scientific Communications [...]

Seeking reviewers and contributors for next edition of Building Biotechnology

I’ve nearly completed revisions for the third edition of Building Biotechnology, the leading textbook on the business of biotechnology. This new edition has several new chapters, new case studies, updated case law, and fresh industry stats — more than 100 pages longer than the second edition.
I’m looking for volunteers to review the chapters and potentially [...]

Dyadic founder fights to regain control of company

The science of biotechnology is tough. R&D can be unpredictable, and most products need regulatory approval before they can be sold. But biotechnology companies also need to worry about other problems, like management issues. The case of Dyadic’s illustrates some of the often-overlooked challenges in commercializing biotechnology.
Mark Emalfarb founded Dyadic in 1979 as a supplier [...]

Drug Patent Expirations in May 2008

Courtesy of DrugPatentWatch.com:
Drug Patent Expirations in May 2008*Drugs may be covered by multiple patents

Tradename
Applicant
Generic Name
Patent Number
Patent Expiration

HABITROL
Novartis
nicotine
5,016,652
May 21, 2008

REQUIP
Glaxosmithkline
ropinirole hydrochloride
4,824,860
May 19, 2008

SARAFEM
Lilly
fluoxetine hydrochloride
4,971,998
May 20, 2008

Courtesy of DrugPatentWatch.com