Jim Caruso to Head Cellectar
Cellectar Biosciences named Jim Caruso to be its new President and CEO, the company announced today. “(Jim) brings a level of energy and commitment, combined with his significant industry experience that…
Category Archives: Biotech
UW Startup Creates Antibodies for Animal Infections
University of Wisconsin Animal Sciences Professor Mark Cook has created Ab E Discovery LLC to commercialize research in developing an antibiotic-free method to protect animals raised for food against common infections,…
Exact Sciences Proposes Downtown HQ
Exact Sciences announced today that it may relocate its headquarters to a proposed mixed-use space in Judge Doyle Square. According to a release, Hammes Co. and Majestic Realty are envisioning a 1 million…
Cellectar Begins Multiple Melanoma Trial
Cellectar Biosciences, which develops agents to detect, treat and monitor cancers, announced today it has initiated patient dosing in a proof-of-concept trial of I-131-CLR1404 in those with multiple melanoma. “I-131-CLR1404…
Tasso Earns Additional $2.9M Grant
Medical technology company Tasso announced today it has gained an additional $2.9 million in Phase II SBIR grant funding to advance its HemoLink technology. According to a release, Tasso, along with development partner GenTegra,…
Cellular Dynamics Acquired by Fujifilm
Cellular Dynamics International is being acquired by Tokyo-based Fujifilm Holdings Corporation, the company announced today. “CDI and Fujifilm share a common strategic vision for achieving leadership in the field of regenerative…
Aetna Medicare to Cover Cologuard
Exact Sciences is continuing its success in gaining backing from major organizations, as Aetna Medicare Advantage can be added to the list, the company announced Wednesday. According to a release, Cologuard will…
Exact Sciences Awarded $9M in Tax Credits
Exact Sciences was awarded $9 million in tax credits from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, the company announced today. “This agreement underscores our commitment to expanding in Wisconsin as we develop…
Exact Sciences, Mayo Extend Collaboration
In an effort to continue to fight cancer through advanced screenings, Exact Sciences and the Mayo Clinic have extended their collaboration for five more years, the companies announced recently. According…
CDI Makes ‘Superdonor’ Stem Cell Line
Cellular Dynamics International continues its progress in the stem cell market, as the company announced today that is has manufactured stem cell lines from two HLA “superdonors.” According to a…
