> News that scientists had found a way to program skin cells to act like embryonic stem cells has failed to shake the clinical trial plans of the leading developers in the field. Report
> Shares of Delcath Systems surged on the news that the FDA approved resumption of clinical trials of its perfusion delivery technology. Report
> At 44, Pharmion co-founder and CEO Pat Mahaffy says he plans to start a new biotech company after Celgene completes its buyout. Report
> Exelixis has sold an 80 percent stake in Artemis Pharmaceuticals to Taconic Farms for $20 million. Artemis develops and markets genetically engineered mouse models and engineered mouse embryonic stem cells as genetic model systems for use in drug discovery or academic research. Report
> Cerus is spinning off its immunotherapy business. Report
> The FDA has extended its action date on Spectrum Pharmaceuticals' ISO-Vorin or levofolinic acid or LFA for injection NDA by 60 days. Report
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