Archive for June, 2007
Environmental Responsiblity
It is fast becoming obvious that fossil fuels are more and more of a burden on today’s society. As Americans, we are particularly guilty for exacerbating the problem, making up 5% of the world’s population but causing over 25% of its pollution. The problem comes in sharp focus to me when I [...]
Biomedical Research: Massachusetts Leading the Way?
Originally from the Boston area, I make it a habit to check news in that region on a regular basis. Boston.com happens to be a favorite site that gives me good exposure to the goings-on of my hometown. I was pleasantly surprised recently when a story was run on Governor Deval Patrick and his [...]
Nanotehcnology: Fiction Becoming Fact
As I scoured the web this week in search of something that might be interesting to write about, I came across the topic of nanotechnology. Whenever I hear about it I’m always reminded of a “Star Trek: The Next Generation” episode in which Wesley Crusher conducted experiments on Nanites, submicroscopic robots used in non-invasive [...]
Weight Loss: Is There a Magic Pill?
This week, the FDA is reviewing a new weight-loss pill developed by drugmaker Sanofi-Aventis for sale in the United States. The drug in question is Acomplia, and is already sold in Europe to combat obesity. According to a story posted from the Associated Press on Chron.com, the idea is that the drug counteracts [...]
Why Outsource Clinical Development Programs?
Today’s blog comes to use from Lisa Miele, a Managing Partner at Collaborative Management Solutions, LLC. Her company provides outsourcing and management consulting for a variety of pharmaceutical and biotech companies as well as Clinical Research Organizations. Prior to starting her company, Lisa worked for 12 years as a Vice President at PRA [...]
