Merck Serono Named as a Top Employer by Science Magazine

Merck Serono, a division of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, announced today that it has been named by Science magazine as a top employer in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, ranking number 7 out of the top 20 employers across the life sciences.
“We are honored that the scientific community has recognized Merck Serono as a leading [...]

Early Data Show Potential for Imatinib Mesylate Tablets to Treat Life-Threatening Form of Pulmonary Artery Disease

An early proof-of-concept study presented today shows promising results for imatinib mesylate in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a severe, incurable blood vessel disorder.
Preliminary findings from a 59-patient, multi-center Phase II clinical trial suggest imatinib mesylate provides a treatment benefit, as demonstrated by a significant improvement in pulmonary vascular resistance and a numerical [...]

Golden Living operate nursing homes and provide rehabilitation therapy, hospice care, home health services and temporary staffing services.

Golden Living announced today that Neil Kurtz, M.D., has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective Aug. 29. Golden Living is one of the leading providers of long-term care in the country.
Most recently, Dr. Kurtz was President and Chief Executive Officer of TorreyPines Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company committed to providing [...]