Genmab was founded in 1999. Genmab analyzes genomes in its lab. The biotech company creates and develops human antibodies to treat such conditions as lymphoma and other cancers, as well as autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. It has assembled a portfolio of products under its HuMax brand that are in different stages of development, ranging from pre-clinical to late-stage trials. In addition to developing its HuMax products, Genmab is working to create products for conditions such as infectious diseases and vascular conditions. The company has licensing and development partnerships with several international pharmaceutical and biotech companies including GlaxoSmithKline, Amgen, Medarex, and Roche.

Sirtris Pharmaceuticals can help keep you healthy in your golden years. The biopharmaceutical company focuses on developing drugs for treating ailments of aging. Its trial drug for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes, which is associated with obesity, provides health benefits similar to calorie restriction without a change in diet. Founded in 2004, the company owns or licenses more than 150 patent applications for sirtuins, a class of enzymes. The activation of sirtuins helps reduce weight gain, as well improve glucose levels and insulin sensitivity. Sirtris filed an IPO in 2007, but was then acquired by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) the following year.

DOV Pharmaceutical, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of product candidates for disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). The Company has drug development programs that are at the preclinical, Phase I and Phase II clinical stages, including DOV 21,947 (in a Phase II clinical trial for depression), DOV 102,677 (which has completed a Phase I clinical trial) and a preclinical discovery program in reuptake inhibitors and GABA modulators. The Company also has a drug development program subject to regulatory review, Indiplon, which is being developed as a treatment for insomnia. The Company has sublicensing agreements for the development and commercialization of certain product candidates with XTL Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. (XTL) for bicifadine, with Blue Note Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Blue Note) for DOV diltiazem, and with Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. (Neurocrine) for indiplon.

SEQUENOM, Inc. company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Diego, California with additional offices in Queensland, Australia; Beijing, China; and Newton, Massachusetts. Sequenom, Inc. provides products, services, diagnostic testing, applications, and genetic analysis products that translate genomic science into solutions for biomedical research, translational research, molecular medicine, and agricultural and livestock applications. It offers MassARRAY system, a high performance nucleic acid analysis platform that measures genetic target material and variations. The company offers its MassARRAY system for various DNA/RNA analysis applications, including single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP), genotyping detection of mutations, analysis of copy number variants, and other structural genome variations, as well as quantitative gene expression analysis, quantitative methylation marker analysis, comparative sequence analysis of haploid organisms, SNP discovery, and oligonucleotide quality control. Sequenom also provides the iPLEX multiplexing assay reagents and chips, which permits multiplexed SNP analysis using a similar amount of reagents and chip surface area. In addition, the company engages in the research, development, and the commercialization of various non-invasive molecular diagnostic tests for prenatal genetic disorders and diseases, oncology, and infectious diseases. It offers its products through direct sales and support personnel to clinical research laboratories, bio-agriculture, bio-technology and pharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and government agencies worldwide. Sequenom has a collaboration agreement with the Immune Tolerance Institute to develop an advanced newborn screening test for severe combined immunodeficiency.

Garden of Life, Inc. Company manufactures and supplies nutritional supplements, specialty food items, and personal care products. Its supplements include weight management, digestive health, and immune-system support products. The company's Original Medicine division produces nutritional products for distribution by health practitioners; its other lines are sold through natural foods retailers. Many of Garden of Life's products are based on a program called The Maker's Diet which was created by company founder and chairman Jordan Rubin in 2000 after overcoming Crohn's disease. Garden of Life has agreed to be acquired by Atrium Innovations.

Acorda Therapeutics, Inc. (Acorda) is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company engaged in the identification, development and commercialization of therapies that improve neurological function in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal cord injury (SCI), and other disorders of the central nervous system (CNS). The Company’s marketed product, Zanaflex Capsules, is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the management of spasticity. The Company’s product candidate Fampridine-SR, has completed two positive Phase III clinical trials for the improvement of walking ability in patients with MS. The research and development programs for the Company include Remyelination Programs and Chondroitinase Program.

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is there when you need some genetic materials in a pinch. The company supplies oligonucleotides (oligos), which are essentially short strands of DNA, to research and development entities. Oligos are used to develop new drugs, create diagnostic tests for genetic and infectious diseases, and develop agricultural products. IDT custom-makes the strands using chemical DNA synthesis machines that can create the oligos within a day after the company has received an order. Founded in 1987, IDT has offices in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Russia, and the US; it also has distributors in some 20 other countries in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East.

Geron Corporation was founded in 1990 and is based in Menlo Park, California. Geron Corporation, a biopharmaceutical company, develops therapeutic products for the treatment of cancer and chronic degenerative diseases, including spinal cord injury, heart failure, and diabetes. The company develops a range of anti-cancer therapies, including anti-cancer therapies based on telomerase inhibitors and telomerase therapeutic vaccines, as well as focuses on the development of products using telomerase as a marker for cancer diagnosis, prognosis, patient monitoring, and screening. Its products include GRN163 and GRN163L, which are telomerase inhibitors for the treatment of chronic lymphoproliferative diseases, solid tumors, non-small cell-lung cancer, breast cancer, and multiple myeloma, which are in Phase I trials; and GRNVAC1, a telomerase cancer vaccine that is in Phase II clinical trial for the treatment of acute myelogenous leukemia. Geron Corporation also develops human embryonic stem cell-based therapeutics, with its spinal cord injury treatment. The company has research, development, and commercialization license agreement with Merck & Co., Inc. to use telomerase in non-dendritic cell cancer vaccines; and a license agreement with Sienna Cancer Diagnostics to detect telomerase for in vitro cancer diagnosis.

Advanced Vision Research, Inc. company makes TheraTears, a line of over-the-counter eye drops developed to treat dry eye, a condition caused by aging, contact lens wear, sun, or wind. TheraTears are designed to imitate human tears, keeping eyes moist and allowing the surface of the eye to absorb oxygen and other needed nutrients. Other products include a TheraTears version for contact lens-wearers, an Omega-3-infused version to promote eye health, and an eyelid cleanser. Advanced Vision's products are made by Akorn's contract manufacturing unit and are sold through global retail outlets. TheraTears was developed by the late founder and former CEO Jeffrey Gilbard.

Elusys Therapeutics is recruiting antibodies in its anti-terrorism campaign. Elusys Therapeutics company develops antibody therapies for a variety of targets, including anthrax. Its lead product Anthim has shown to be effective in combatting infections caused by anthrax up to 48 hours after exposure. When administered prior to exposure, the drug has proven to be 100% effective in preventing infections. Another drug candidate, Staph A Heteropolymer, targets staphylococcus infections, which have become increasingly prevalent and resistent to treatment. Other Elusys products target non-Hodgkin's lymphomas, lupus, and deep vein thrombosis.

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