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Samsung Researchers Develop Method For Large-Scale Graphene Production
Armed with a new method of synthesis which facilitates large scale production, Samsung could use graphene in place of silicon for semiconductors in the future.
Aegerion Conducts Phase III Trial For Anti-Cholesterol Drug
The clinical trial will test the efficacy of lomitapide as an adjunct treatment to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in patients suffering from homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
Sudden Death In Babies Linked To Lack Of Oxygen
The staining patterns of B-amyloid precursor protein in the brains of sudden infant death syndrome babies is similar to those who died of accidental asphyxiation.
Bosch Packaging Expands Capacity In Japan
Bosch has invested US$2.2 million in the larger Musashi site to meet the demand for pharmaceutical inspection technologies.
University Of Queensland Spinoff Attracts US$45 Million
Spinifex Pharmaceuticals will use the investment to run clinical trials for EMA401, an oral treatment for pain that has been shown not to have central nervous system side effects.
Thermo Fisher & NUS Form Research Alliance
Under the terms of the agreement, Thermo Fisher will issue research grants and fund a symposium to foster scientific collaboration.
WHO Issues First Hepatitis C Guidelines
The recommendations include increasing hepatitis C screening, liver damage mitigation and how to select appropriate treatment for chronic infections.
China Most Attractive Market For Clean Energy
China received the most investment for renewable energies in 2013, while Japan's renewable energy market grew the fastest.
Bayer Boosts Production Capacity In China
Bayer's US$139 million investment will make the Beijing site their largest pharmaceuticals packaging facility in China.