DiaMedica Named 2011 Emerging Company of the Year by Life Science Association of Manitoba
The Emerging Life Science Company of the Year award celebrates a company based in Manitoba that is recognized for their growth potential.
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Congratulations to the 2011 Life Science Association of Manitoba Award Winners
The LSAM Awards Gala was held on October 5, 2011 at the Hotel Fort Garry. Click on the link for a full list of this year’s winners.
First Published Papers on IMRIS Suites Report Positive Results
IMRIS announced that the first published results on the early clinical experiences at hospitals using the IMRIS system, highlight a number of positive findings for procedures and patient outcomes resulting from utilization of the intraoperative MRI capabi
Miraculins Announces Thermo Fisher Scientific as Key Manufacturing Partner
Miraculins announced that it has completed an Exclusive Manufacturing and Supply Agreement with Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
New Study to look a bio-jet fuels from Canadian Crops
Ag-West Bio leads study to evaluate feasibility of developing crops and processing for bio-jet fuels
ecoEnergy Innovation Initiative (ecoEII)
Information on the Demonstration and Research and Development funding program Presented by Marc D’Iorio
Biotechnology Brain Game Winners!
Theo Wigle, a grade 12 student at Winnipeg’s Shaftesbury High School, was the winner of the 2011 Biotechnology Brain Game
Research council cuts jobs in city
Close to 20 positions have been eliminated from the National Research Council's operations in Winnipeg.
Afexa approves Valeant takeover bid
The board of Cold-FX flu remedy maker Afexa Life Sciences Inc. has given its final stamp of approval to a friendly $76-million takeover bid by Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc.
IMRIS Sells IMRISneuro and iCT Systems to a Single U.S. Customer
IMRIS announced the sale of two systems to a single confidential U.S. customer.
Kane Biotech Files New Patent on Bone Tissue Regeneration Invention
Kane Biotech Inc. is pleased to announce the invention and patenting of a new bone tissue regenerating fusion peptide based on the Company’s competence stimulating peptide oral care technology.
Government of Canada Investment Fires up Business for Flax Producers
New opportunities for flax producers are firing up with the help of a Government of Canada investment. Flax Power has received more than $87,000 to help increase its production capacity, including the purchase and installation of new production equipment
U of M students take expertise to Israel: Marketing class goes hands-on
Conviron president and CEO Steven Kroft told the exchange students while there are challenges associated with global trading, the payoffs can be huge.
Cangene Names John A. Sedor as President and Chief Executive Officer
Cangene Corporation announced that its board of directors has unanimously appointed John A. Sedor as president and chief executive officer.
IMRIS RECEIVES HEALTH CANADA APPROVAL FOR ACCUTRACK™
IMRIS Inc.announced that it has received a Health Canada medical device license for AccuTrack™ the Company’s 3D image guidance tool for use in IMRIS neurosurgery suites.
Link Between Sleep And Weight Gain Discovered
A new study, in partnership between The Richardson Centre for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals and St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, has found a link between weight gain and sleep deprivation.
Innovative city-made RIVA units go global - Hospitals find system accurate, cost-effective
The first Canadian installation is being tested in Barrie, Ont. The second and third Canadian sales may happen before the end of the year.
Information Seminar for the Canadian Innovation Commercialization Program (CICP)
The Canadian Innovation Commercialization Program (CICP) is a new, $40 million procurement program, launched as part of the Government of Canada’s commitment to promote Canada’s economic growth as announced in Budget 2010.
Biotech firms seek cash
Two Winnipeg biotech firms braved the challenging capital markets this week in attempts to raise important development funds.
CIIRDF Issues a New Canada-Israel Call for Collaborative R&D Projects
The Canada-Israel Industrial R&D Foundation (CIIRDF) is pleased to invite Canadian and Israeli companies to submit new joint R&D project proposals for funding.
DiaMedica Announces Completion of $3.88 Million Prospectus Offering
DiaMedica is pleased to announce the completion today of its previously announced short form prospectus offering.