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Today marks our final day in Atlanta covering BIO 2009. We've conducted dozens of meetings, attended sessions and have enjoyed the opportunity to talk to many of our readers. We'll be publishing a wrap-up of trends from the show soon (feel free to email me with your thoughts and observations). Here are the highlights from yesterday. - Maureen

The coming storm of healthcare reform
by Calisha Myers
Despite all the challenges the industry currently faces, the healthcare reform seems to be what really has biotech worried these days. The biggest risk and uncertainty is in the pricing policy, especially with respect to Medicare, and no one is quite sure where biosimilar legislation is headed. Article

Building your biotech dream team
by Calisha Myers
In this economic climate, it's more important than ever for biotechs to carefully consider who they bring into the company and how they foster talent. Employees can make or break a project, so it's essential that companies plan their talent search with as much detail as they put into developing that project. But this can be a daunting task for small and larger companies alike. Report

Tips for landing your next biotech job
by Calisha Myers
Whether unemployed or just looking for that next position, there are many people who could use some biotech job-hunting advice right now. So how can you land your dream job? Report