BioMicro® Systems alleviates microarray research challenges by offering products that increase accuracy, consistency and cost effectiveness. BioMicro Systems products include the all-new MAUI® Wash System working in conjunction with the MAUI Hybridization System and the MAUI Mixer Hybridization Chambers, Arrayjet Microarrayers delivering rapid and reliable inkjet printing and Kreatech ULS labeling kits achieving fast and consistent results.


  Cephalon

Founded in 1987, Cephalon, Inc. is an international biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and marketing of innovative products in four core therapeutic areas: central nervous system, pain, oncology and addiction. The company currently employs approximately 3,000 people in the United States and Europe.


  Daw Technologies, LLC
Lance Howell,  801-977-3115

Daw Tech is the leading global supplier of controlled environmental (Cleanroom) solutions. We offer an integrated approach by providing all of the services and products necessary to deliver leading-edge controlled environments to our customers.

Our services include design and engineering, specialty contracting and UHP process systems for the microelectronic and life sciences industries. Our product portfolio includes architectural components for contamination control and containment, as well as systems for commercial applications.

We have experience in providing more than three million square feet of clean space for over 200 high technology companies, universities and research institutions in more than 40 countries around the world.


  The Economic Development Corporation of Utah
Jeff Edwards,  801-328-8824

The Economic Development Corporation of Utah (EDCUtah) is a private economic development organization working with government and private industry to promote the state of Utah. EDCUtah specializes in being a comprehensive source of critical economic data and key public/private contacts in order to facilitate the development and expansion of Utah businesses.


  Frontier Scientific, Inc. & Echelon Biosciences, Inc..
Bert V. Israelsen,  435-753-1901 or 801-588-0455

Frontier Scientific, Inc. is a chemical developer, manufacturer and custom research services provider to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, industrial chemical, government, and academic sectors. Echelon Biosciences Inc. was organized to further the science of lipid cell signaling and critical metabolic enzymes, which provide new and viable targets for the development of potential drugs and diagnostics for cancer, diabetes, inflammation, infections, and cardiovascular disease.


  Governor's Office of Economic Development
Gary Harter,  801-538-8784

In 2005, Utah restructured the economic development office to foster specific industry cluster growth. Life Sciences was chosen as an important driver for economic growth in the state as world class technology in specific sectors has been demonstrated. Various programs and incentives were created to recruit companies and talent to Utah and to increase the support in universities for Life Science research.


  INCITE WORLD, The Life Science Expert Company
Jayme Norrie, 801-619-0340

INCITE WORLD improves the transactional value of pharmaceutical, biologic, medical device and diagnostic products for licensing, alliance, merger & acquisition and IPO using industry standard critical path analysis. This industry level unbiased, third party review provides the critical information required to justify deal terms and extract value for our clients.INCITE WORLD improves the transactional value of pharmaceutical, biologic, medical device and diagnostic products for licensing, alliance, merger & acquisition and IPO using industry standard critical path analysis. This industry level unbiased, third party review provides the critical information required to justify deal terms and extract value for our clients.


  Lifetree Clinical Research
Greg Mann, 801-269-8200 ext. 396

Lifetree Clinical Research is a state-of-the-art, 50 bed, Phase I-III Specialized Research Organization (SRO) offering unique Clinical Drug/Device Development, Clinical Trials Management and Site Services to our pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical partners. With expertise in CNS, Analgesia, Abuse Liability, Sleep Medicine, obesity, cardiovascular and vaccines, our "on-site" Investigators and "BLS/ACLS-trained" Coordinators are dedicated to surpassing your needs.


  Nelson Laboratories, Inc.
Jason Smith, 801-290-7502

Nelson Laboratories is an independent test services provider specializing in: microbiology, sterilization validations, packaging tests, lot release tests (sterility, bioburden, particulates, pyrogen, etc.), biocompatibility, organism identification, residuals, reusable device studies, and environmental monitoring. Within our 62,000 sq. ft. facility we maintain 80 specialty labs, a custom-built 3,000 sq. ft. sterility testing cleanroom suite. Nelson employs 300+ staff members, including more than 110 degreed scientists among whom are 45+ registered and specialist microbiologists (NRM).


  NeuroAdjuvants, Inc.
Hunter Jackson, Ph.D.

NeuroAdjuvants, Inc. (NAI) develops novel peptide-based therapeutics for the treatment of neurological disorders with a focus on pain and epilepsy.  The Company has created a proprietary platform that uses chemical modifications to transform native neuropeptides with central nervous system activity into selective, stable drug candidates that penetrate the blood-brain-barrier.  NAI technology, for the first time, allows development of systemically administered neuropeptide-based therapeutics.  


  Oracle Corporation
650-506-7000

Oracle’s business is information—how to manage it, use it, share it, protect it. For nearly three decades, Oracle (NASDAQ:  ORCL), the world’s largest enterprise software company, has provided software and services that enable organizations to get the most accurate and up-to-date information from their business systems. Today, Oracle has over 275,000 customers—including 98 of the Fortune 100—in more than 145 countries.


  Q Therapeutics Inc.
Deborah Eppstein, 801-582-5400 ext. 110

Q Therapeutics develops cell-based products focused on degenerative diseases of the central nervous system for both therapeutic and drug screening uses. The initial therapeutic targets demyelinating diseases including multiple sclerosis, transverse myelitis, and spinal cord injury as well as degenerative diseases inlcluding ALS. Q will begin clinical trial in 2009.


  Quansys Biosciences
Christian Iverson, 888-782-6797

Quansys Biosciences specializes in the development of highly sensitive and robust multiplexed ELISAs. Our Q-Plex(tm) Array is a new platform capable of simultaneously quantifying multiple biomarkers to generate a biochemical profile. The Q-Plex Array provides a multiplex ELISA platform that overcomes the shortfalls of both conventional and predecessor multiplex assays.


  Rocky Mountain Research
Marcia Griffiths, 801-359-6060

Rocky Mountain Research is a medical device development and manufacturing company (GMP compliant). Founded in 1985, RMR’s technology includes level detection for fluids in plastic or glass containers, automatic tubing clamps, flow and air-in-tubing detection. All products are FDA approved, CE marked and available for integration with other product lines.


  Salt Lake Community College
Craig Caldwell, 801-957-6350

The Biotechnology Technicians Program (BTP) gives students the skills required for technical positions in the growing fields of biotechnology research and manufacturing. The program is strengthened by partnerships with local biotechnology companies that provide students with the most current knowledge and cutting-edge techniques in the field.


  Sorenson Genomics, LLC
Kenneth Eddington,  801-462-1455

Sorenson Genomics is an independent, internationally accredited laboratory offering superior DNA testing services. As experts in human identity, we perform high-throughput DNA purification, genotyping and sequencing services for pharmaceutical, government, biotech, and academic institutions. The company is dedicated to the continued success of its partners within the biotech industry.


  Stoel Rives, LLP
Sam Webb,  801-578-6950

Stoel Rives LLP is a full service, western U.S. region law firm. The firm's Life Science Team is comprised of knowledgeable attorneys with specialized experience in an wide range of technologies that reflect the diverse makeup of the life science industry from medical devices to molecular genetics. Because Stoel Rives is a full service law firm, our attorneys handle a full spectrum of intellectual property and corporate legal needs for companies of all sizes. Additional information is available at www.stoel.com.


  Tandem Labs
Jean Pineault, 609-228-0201

Tandem Labs is a CRO providing bioanalytical, immunoanalytical, and PK/PD services supporting drug discovery and development for the pharmaceutical industry. By applying scientific ingenuity, responsive communication, flexible client service, disciplined compliance, and a commitment to information technology, Tandem offers customized technical services that help clients bring medicines to market faster.


  Thermo Scientific
435-792-8000

The Thermo Scientific HyClone product line produces industry leading cell culture products and bioprocessing systems for life-science research and protein-based drug production. Widely known as the premier supplier of quality sera for cell culture, HyClone products also produces classical media, serum-free and protein-free media, process liquids and flexible, single-use BioProcess Container systems.


  UNIConnect
Carl Hull, 888-406-2217

Is it possible to implement a complete LIMS in two months or less?  With UNIConnect's software technology, called UNIFlow, complete systems have been configured, installed and implemented in less than two months.  We invite you to come and learn how our system is changing how LIMS projects are managed.


  USTAR
Suzanne Winters, 801-957-5283

The Utah Science Technology and Research Initiative (USTAR) is a state-funded, long-term effort to strengthen Utah’s “knowledge economy,”  creating high-paying jobs and new businesses. This bold initiative invests in world-class innovation teams and facilities at the University of Utah and Utah State University, then commercializes the technologies through new business ventures.


  University of Utah
Brian Cummings, Technology Commercialization Office, 
801-581-7792

The Technology Commercialization Office (TCO) at The University of Utah has managed the University's intellectual property developed by faculty, staff and students since 1967. Through the establishment of the commercial partnerships with industry, the development of products from these technologies, TCO benefits the public and promotes economic growth.


  Utah State University
Brett Fritz, 
435-797-9614

The Technology Commercialization Office (TCO) at Utah State University manages the University's intellectual property developed by faculty, staff and students. The TCO assists faculty and staff in understanding the technology transfer process and complying with its requirements. Throughout its operations, the TCO ensures that all obligations to sponsoring entities are met and negotiates contracts that give commercial rights to private companies.


  Utah Valley University Biotechnology Program
James Price, 801-863-7447

The degree will emphasize hands-on laboratory experience, supported by a broad foundation in the physical sciences and upper division course work in core areas of biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, molecular and cellular biology, bioinformatics, and a capstone internship.


  Utah Technology Council
Rich Nelson, 801-568-3500

The Utah Technology Council (UTC) is the premier industry-led life science and information technology organization in Utah. The UTC works with business and government leaders to make Utah an even more vibrant, attractive, and rewarding place for technology companies to do business..

Utah’s vibrant Life Sciences industry boasts more than 500 companies employing over 19,000 people. This places Utah first among the western states for life science businesses per capita and second for overall industry growth. Utah offers a world-class effort in arterial and vascular access devices, producing 70% of all devices used worldwide, and developed the first human artificial heart. In addition, Utah is very active in the biotech and drug delivery sectors. The Utah Population Database, coupled with the state’s genealogy records, is the world’s most comprehensive of its type. This has led to the discovery of more human genes than anywhere else in the world and will, in time, translate into major technology being applied to the emerging field of personalized medicine.

UTAH LIFE SCIENCES STRENGTHS
R&D Investment, Available Intellectual Infrastructure and Entrepreneurial Capacity

• The Utah Population Database has led to the discovery of the genes that cause breast, prostate and colon cancer, melanoma, cystic fibrosis, Huntington disease and many other diseases and illnesses.


• USTAR (Utah Science, Technology and Research Initiative) has been created to recruit top national science teams and establish state-of-the-art research innovation centers throughout the state.


• Utah has three research universities including the only medical school in the Intermountain West.


• Utah excels in R&D, bringing in more than $400 million annually in research grants.

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