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Amira spins out programs with $475M BMS buyout

Some members of Amira's successful team are moving on to a new startup. With Bristol-Myers Squibb ( $BMY ) wrapping up its buyout of San Diego-based Amira, the company is spinning out a program with

Bristol-Myers snapping up Amira Pharma for $325M

Bristol-Myers Squibb ( $BMY ) has made a move to buy up potential drugs for lung disease and inflammation, agreeing to purchase venture-backed biotech Amira Pharmaceuticals. The deal gives BMS footing

Amira slashes staff in a bid to slow burn rate

Faced with a tough financing climate, San Diego-based Amira Pharmaceuticals is changing its tune--as well as its business plan. Amira officials say they are being forced to cut its staff in half and