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 LabCorp to lead Venture Day at CED Life Science conference

LabCorp, the global lab testing firm based in Burlington, and its Chief Executive Officer David King are the host for "Venture Day" at the CED's annual life science conference.

CED Life Science conference

 Nobel Prize winner headlines CED Life Science Conference program

Dr. Jack Szostak, a 2009 Nobel Prize winner and a professor of genetics at Harvard, headlines the program for the 22nd CED Life Science Conference next month.

CED Life Science Conference

 N.C. biotech sector to have big 'footprint' at BIO event

The N.C. Biotechnology Center and other representatives for the state's biotech industry will have a new 3,000 square foot pavillion at the BIO International Convention.

North Carolina's new 3,000 square foot pavilion

 Opinion: New life sciences cluster report presents skewed view of RTP's activities

The Triangle is outstanding for life sciences whether reports on U.S. markets score it first, last or in the middle.

 Sanofi-Aventis launches Genzyme takeover battle

France’s Sanofi-Aventis on Monday launched an $18.5 billion hostile takeover attempt for Genzyme Corp., escalating the battle after the U.S. biotech company’s management twice rejected its offer.

 CED’s 19th annual Biotech Conference opens Monday in Raleigh

One-on-one partnership meetings are among the event’s highlights. Former Embrex executive will receive top life science honor.

 Addrenex being bought by Sciele

The Atlanta-based buyer will pay about $29 million for developmental drugs it didn't already own.

 CED’s Medtech conference to highlight emerging medical device industry in N.C.

In a state where biotech dominates life science headlines, device company execs and CED band together to raise the industry profile. They also want other companies to become more aware of N.C.’s advantages as a home for emerging ventures.

 ‘We Work for Health’ – New group seeks to spark medical innovation in N.C.

Biotech, pharmaceutical and medical science firms across the state form ‘one of the biggest life science engines in the country,’ NCBIO executive tells group at kickoff event. He cautions against changes that would ‘undermine’ that engine.

 Biotech Center provides $2.5M to launch medical device center

Advanced Medical Technology Center for Innovation is set to launch in May. NCBIO led research effort for project. Search for director is under way.

 Want more jobs? Governor could spark wave of new ventures with a 'Founder’s Credit'

Gov. Bev Perdue sends a lightning bolt through ranks of investors, entrepreneurs with word she will include tax breaks for startups in her budget.

 Perdue’s ‘Founder’s Credit’ could spark entrepreneurs, investors to launch new businesses

Entrepreneurs, investors and three of state’s top business organizations express support for N.C. governor’s proposal to ‘exclude’ investments in certain startup companies from capital gains. Current law ‘encourages most successful entrepreneurs to leave the state when they have an exit from their company,’ says one serial entrepreneur.

 Perdue's 'Founder's Credit' could spark entrepreneurs, investors

Entrepreneurs, investors and three of state’s top business organizations express support for N.C. governor’s proposal to ‘exclude’ investments in certain startup companies from capital gains. Current law ‘encourages most successful entrepreneurs to leave the state when they have an exit from their company,’ says one serial entrepreneur.

 Biotech Center, NCBIO to partner again with CED for biotech conference

 N.C. Biotechnology CEO joins N.C. BIO board

 N.C. Biotech Training Group Changes Name

NCBIOIMPACT is new name for consortium involved in biotech worker training programs.

 NCBIO-Led Group Receives $100,000 Grant for Emerging Technology Effort

N.C. Biotech Center funds initial planning for a Center of Innovation focused on medical devices, technology. Grant could lead to additional $2.5M in funding.

 Various Health Groups Ask Congress to Restore SBIR Grants for Venture-Backed Firms; NC BIO Adds Support

Update: Legislation passed in House would restore eligibility of startups to pursue government funding. NC BIO, meanwhile, says it also backs bill.

 Angel Investment Tax Credit Helps Produce $1.72B in Deals Since 1999

NCBIO, N.C. Entrepreneurial Association seek renewal of state tax credit for angel investors, citing figures that show $48M in tax credits have generated $274M in direct investments and another $1.45 in additional financing.

 CED Announces Biotech 2007 Lineup

The Council for Entrepreneurial Development on Thursday confirmed the lineup for the eight panel sessions at Biotech 2007.