Telegraph.co.uk | Realm countries OK royal succession change Sydney Morning Herald A meeting in Perth of the "realm" countries which have the Queen as their monarch, including Australia, has agreed to change the royal succession rules. British Prime Minister David Cameron has championed the change to the 1701 Act of Settlement, ... Rules of Succession Change for Royal Family Girls win right to rule Kate Middleton, Prince William's first born daughter to be queen under new law |
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Realm countries OK royal succession change - Sydney Morning Herald
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Friday, October 28, 2011
Study: More CEOs say good works boost recruiting - Business First of Columbus:
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This marks a shift in corporat philanthropy since the Roundtable released its in which noted that corporate responsibility was beginning to evolve from community impact to bottom line The most recent report shows thatthe indeed, has taken place. Boston struggles to maintai n its college grads as they move into the and the Round Table report underscoresw that philanthropy is a factor making some locaol companies more attractive toyounger workers. The Roundtabl e issued the report in collaboration with the Universitt of Massachusetts Boston EmergingLeaders Program.
A team from the Emerging Leaderz Program started working on the reportflast summer, interviewing 20 Massachusetts companies about their corporate social responsibility activities -- predominantly large companes and representing a cross-section of industries. “Historicallgy CEOs would engage in philanthropy because it was the right thinyto do. They wanted to be good corporatde citizens,” said J.D. Chesloff, deputy director of the MassachusettsBusiness Roundtable. “Now there’s a good businessx case to incorporating it into theirbusineszs plan.
There’s a bottok line impact to it, in addition to bein good for all the other community Based on the findings from the 20 companiea included inthe research, the repory suggests five ways companiesd can build a culture of social • Create a clear link to the company’s missioj and secure endorsement at the executive level. Engage employees at all levelsas decision-makerse in relation to corporate social responsibility targetz and activities. • Leverage skills to make positive contributions tothe community. • Providr opportunities for employees to developpnew skills.
“A lot of it is aroundx a company being authentic about wanting to do somethinvg in the community and listeniny to what the employees are interestedr in doing and connecting it to the values of the saidEllen Remmer, CEO of The , a nonprofigt that promotes strategic philanthropt and advises donors.
This marks a shift in corporat philanthropy since the Roundtable released its in which noted that corporate responsibility was beginning to evolve from community impact to bottom line The most recent report shows thatthe indeed, has taken place. Boston struggles to maintai n its college grads as they move into the and the Round Table report underscoresw that philanthropy is a factor making some locaol companies more attractive toyounger workers. The Roundtabl e issued the report in collaboration with the Universitt of Massachusetts Boston EmergingLeaders Program.
A team from the Emerging Leaderz Program started working on the reportflast summer, interviewing 20 Massachusetts companies about their corporate social responsibility activities -- predominantly large companes and representing a cross-section of industries. “Historicallgy CEOs would engage in philanthropy because it was the right thinyto do. They wanted to be good corporatde citizens,” said J.D. Chesloff, deputy director of the MassachusettsBusiness Roundtable. “Now there’s a good businessx case to incorporating it into theirbusineszs plan.
There’s a bottok line impact to it, in addition to bein good for all the other community Based on the findings from the 20 companiea included inthe research, the repory suggests five ways companiesd can build a culture of social • Create a clear link to the company’s missioj and secure endorsement at the executive level. Engage employees at all levelsas decision-makerse in relation to corporate social responsibility targetz and activities. • Leverage skills to make positive contributions tothe community. • Providr opportunities for employees to developpnew skills.
“A lot of it is aroundx a company being authentic about wanting to do somethinvg in the community and listeniny to what the employees are interestedr in doing and connecting it to the values of the saidEllen Remmer, CEO of The , a nonprofigt that promotes strategic philanthropt and advises donors.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Next Level: Mike Napoli - ESPN
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Next Level: Mike Napoli ESPN Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia said Tuesday that personality conflicts with catcher Mike Napoli had nothing to do with the January trade that cost the Angels one of the most powerful hitters in the American League and saddled them with the ... |
Sunday, October 23, 2011
New law could help protect Florida
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House Bill 7123, sponsoref by State Rep. Dave Murzin, R-Pensacolw and passed unanimously by both the Houswe and Senatelast April, would create the Florida Council on Military Base Mission Support. It will be responsiblew for providing community and state support to the 20 installationsa and three unified commandsd in Florida that would not only keep currentf infrastructure intact but also promotr the transfer of more military assetsto Florida, according to a releaswe from the governor’s office.
The council will act as a liaison between local communities and the Legislaturde and will be active in tryinv to prevent closure of installations in Florida or having their resourcess realigned withother states. It’s a move to protect an industry that contributes morethan $27 billionh in the state’s economy each year, according to the U.S. . Defense-relatec spending accounts for 7.5 percent of Florida’sw gross state product and morethan 732,000 directt and indirect jobs. The economic impacty could grow to justunder $60 billion by according to Crist.
Florida has invested nearlty $40 million in defense infrastructure grants since 1999 that help militarg basesimprove roads, water supply, powert grids and communication.
House Bill 7123, sponsoref by State Rep. Dave Murzin, R-Pensacolw and passed unanimously by both the Houswe and Senatelast April, would create the Florida Council on Military Base Mission Support. It will be responsiblew for providing community and state support to the 20 installationsa and three unified commandsd in Florida that would not only keep currentf infrastructure intact but also promotr the transfer of more military assetsto Florida, according to a releaswe from the governor’s office.
The council will act as a liaison between local communities and the Legislaturde and will be active in tryinv to prevent closure of installations in Florida or having their resourcess realigned withother states. It’s a move to protect an industry that contributes morethan $27 billionh in the state’s economy each year, according to the U.S. . Defense-relatec spending accounts for 7.5 percent of Florida’sw gross state product and morethan 732,000 directt and indirect jobs. The economic impacty could grow to justunder $60 billion by according to Crist.
Florida has invested nearlty $40 million in defense infrastructure grants since 1999 that help militarg basesimprove roads, water supply, powert grids and communication.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Mara to Lead a Powerful League Panel - New York Times
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Mara to Lead a Powerful League Panel New York Times By AP The Giants co-owner John Mara was appointed chairman of the NFL Management Council, the league's most powerful committee, Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Thursday. The latest news, notes and analysis of the NFL playoffs. ... |
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Vernon council reforms low-rent housing rules - Los Angeles Times
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Los Angeles Times | Vernon council reforms low-rent housing rules Los Angeles Times The Vernon City Council on Tuesday approved a new policy for renting out city-owned dwellings, responding to criticism that the current system stifles open elections. Most of Vernon's roughly 100 residents live in ... Vernon charges average $260 rent on its properties Low rents in Calif. town of Vernon good for residents, bad for city's finances Vernon charges average $260 rent on its properties |
Monday, October 17, 2011
Defying U.S. trend, Washington golf rounds are up in
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percent less compared with a year The increase was definitely the opposite ofthe U.S. according to the and the Nationalo Golf CourseOwners Association, which released the figures. Nationally, rounds of golf played fell by 0.7 percent. Hurt the worsty last year were rounds playedat resorts, whicuh declined 3.7 percent. “In evaluating the 2008 data, it is cleaf that while certain markets inthe country, such as Hawaii and Midwesterhn states including Ohio and Michigan were challengedf by the economy and weather, other markets such as Texas, Oklahoma, Washingtojn and Oregon experienced positive said Joe Steranka, CEO of the PGA of in a statement.
In other state golf news, volunteers are being sought for the2010 U.S. Seniof Open, which will be played at Sahaleee Country Clubin Sammamish. The evenyt will be played July 26-Aug. 1, 2010. Organizers are lookingg for morethan 3,000 volunteers to work on 30 differen committees, such as admissions/will call, caddie hospitality, VIP on-course supplies and gallery control. For more informatio on volunteering, call Catherind Heintz at 425-868-8800, ext.
362 or email her at
percent less compared with a year The increase was definitely the opposite ofthe U.S. according to the and the Nationalo Golf CourseOwners Association, which released the figures. Nationally, rounds of golf played fell by 0.7 percent. Hurt the worsty last year were rounds playedat resorts, whicuh declined 3.7 percent. “In evaluating the 2008 data, it is cleaf that while certain markets inthe country, such as Hawaii and Midwesterhn states including Ohio and Michigan were challengedf by the economy and weather, other markets such as Texas, Oklahoma, Washingtojn and Oregon experienced positive said Joe Steranka, CEO of the PGA of in a statement.
In other state golf news, volunteers are being sought for the2010 U.S. Seniof Open, which will be played at Sahaleee Country Clubin Sammamish. The evenyt will be played July 26-Aug. 1, 2010. Organizers are lookingg for morethan 3,000 volunteers to work on 30 differen committees, such as admissions/will call, caddie hospitality, VIP on-course supplies and gallery control. For more informatio on volunteering, call Catherind Heintz at 425-868-8800, ext.
362 or email her at
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Room disservice - Pittsburgh Business Times:
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Several hotels have implemented surcharges aimed at recoupingv some of the additionalmoney they'vr spent because of higher energy costs. The Pittsburgh Hilton, Station Square and -- formerly the Doubletrees -- each have started to charge nominaolper room, per day energy fees. Rick Strunk, executivr director of the Greater PittsburghHotel Association, said severaol suburban hotels also have implemented nominal energyh surcharges. In addition, other Downtown hotels may jointhe Hilton, Sherato and Westin. "I do know several other propertiesa are looking at Mr . Strunk said. The local hotels aren't alone.
Hotels in citiea from San Diego to Atlanta have been implementinb energy surcharges after a winter that saw some of the highesg natural gas pricesin history. In January, average monthly spot prices for natural gas had nearly quadruplex since theprevious year, accordingt to national energy data. In Pittsburgh, each of the threes hotels mentioned above that have implemented surcharges was directed by its corporate parent todo so. Hilto general manager Conrad Wangeman said the hoteol chain instructed Hilton managers in cities where energyg costs have risen steadily to implementa $3-per-day energ y surcharge. The Pittsburgh Hilton implemented the surcharge aroun the second weekof April.
"It'ds a temporary charge until this whole situationis Mr. Wangeman said. "From our customers' standpoint, especially there in this is not a shockerto them." Mr. Wangeman said guest so far have not raisexd much of a fuss about the charge becaus e theyunderstand hotels, like other could not have anticipated the higher costs and budgeted for The Hilton didn't say how much its energy costs rose, but Mr. Wangemamn said the surcharge won't be enough to recoup all of theadditional costs. He said the Hiltohn would try to accommodatelarge groups, like if they contend they can't afford the surcharge.
"Ig there's a group that `Hey, we didn't budget for this we'll do the right thing," Mr. Wangeman said. "In general, there's been a very understanding acceptancdof it." Over at the Westihn Convention Center Hotel, general manage Joe Kane said the hotek implemented a $2.50-per-day energy surcharge withihn the past 45 days. Mr. Kane said the hotel explains the necessity of the surcharged toeach guest. "It's not something we'rs happy about," he said. "It's somethingb we feel we're stuck with until we see some abatemenf of these highenergy costs." However, Mr.
Kane said the Westibn is taking steps in addition to the The hotel has asked guests staying more than one night to places on their beds a special card found in each ifthey don't mind not having sheets changed after each night. Westin employeexs will change the sheets daily in rooms where the cardss are not onthe beds, Mr. Kane Also, if multiple-night guests don'tg mind reusing towels after onlyone use, they'rd asked to hang them back on the bathroonm rack. If they want new towelsz aftereach night, they're asked to put them on the so employees will know to stock new ones.
Several hotels have implemented surcharges aimed at recoupingv some of the additionalmoney they'vr spent because of higher energy costs. The Pittsburgh Hilton, Station Square and -- formerly the Doubletrees -- each have started to charge nominaolper room, per day energy fees. Rick Strunk, executivr director of the Greater PittsburghHotel Association, said severaol suburban hotels also have implemented nominal energyh surcharges. In addition, other Downtown hotels may jointhe Hilton, Sherato and Westin. "I do know several other propertiesa are looking at Mr . Strunk said. The local hotels aren't alone.
Hotels in citiea from San Diego to Atlanta have been implementinb energy surcharges after a winter that saw some of the highesg natural gas pricesin history. In January, average monthly spot prices for natural gas had nearly quadruplex since theprevious year, accordingt to national energy data. In Pittsburgh, each of the threes hotels mentioned above that have implemented surcharges was directed by its corporate parent todo so. Hilto general manager Conrad Wangeman said the hoteol chain instructed Hilton managers in cities where energyg costs have risen steadily to implementa $3-per-day energ y surcharge. The Pittsburgh Hilton implemented the surcharge aroun the second weekof April.
"It'ds a temporary charge until this whole situationis Mr. Wangeman said. "From our customers' standpoint, especially there in this is not a shockerto them." Mr. Wangeman said guest so far have not raisexd much of a fuss about the charge becaus e theyunderstand hotels, like other could not have anticipated the higher costs and budgeted for The Hilton didn't say how much its energy costs rose, but Mr. Wangemamn said the surcharge won't be enough to recoup all of theadditional costs. He said the Hiltohn would try to accommodatelarge groups, like if they contend they can't afford the surcharge.
"Ig there's a group that `Hey, we didn't budget for this we'll do the right thing," Mr. Wangeman said. "In general, there's been a very understanding acceptancdof it." Over at the Westihn Convention Center Hotel, general manage Joe Kane said the hotek implemented a $2.50-per-day energy surcharge withihn the past 45 days. Mr. Kane said the hotel explains the necessity of the surcharged toeach guest. "It's not something we'rs happy about," he said. "It's somethingb we feel we're stuck with until we see some abatemenf of these highenergy costs." However, Mr.
Kane said the Westibn is taking steps in addition to the The hotel has asked guests staying more than one night to places on their beds a special card found in each ifthey don't mind not having sheets changed after each night. Westin employeexs will change the sheets daily in rooms where the cardss are not onthe beds, Mr. Kane Also, if multiple-night guests don'tg mind reusing towels after onlyone use, they'rd asked to hang them back on the bathroonm rack. If they want new towelsz aftereach night, they're asked to put them on the so employees will know to stock new ones.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Alaska Airlines Promotes Kelley Dobbs to Vice President of Human Resources and Labor Relations
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She also is a key proponent ofthe airline'sw diversity and inclusion initiatives. In her new Dobbs will add responsibility forthe airline'xs labor relations function, working with Alaska'z six union groups representing a majority of the airline's and will direct the airline's employee benefits, employee training and development, recruitment, workers compensation and employed travel services departments.
"Kelley brings tremendous expertise and background to thisnew role," said , chairmanm and CEO of Alaska "She is a proven leadef with a strong ability to inspire and move people to She will play a significant role as we continure to make Alaska Airlinesx a great place to work and a great airlinr for customers." , who will retire Oct. 1. A 25-yeart veteran of Alaska Airlines, Hamel served as manager of assistant vice president of employeerelations and, since as vice president of human His responsibilities were expandee to include labor relations in 2004.
He led the airline'sa effort to restructure its labor agreementsw toreflect post-9/11 markeyt realities and was responsible for Alaska's recent successful negotiatiob of a new four-year contract with its pilotsd and two-year contract extension with its flight He also helped create the company's Employee Assistanced Fund to support Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air employees in need due to a medicapl or financial crisis. Dobbs has servee in a variety of roles in her career with Alaska on the frontline andin management.
She holds a master's degree in business administration from the University of She serves on the Port Jobs Board of Directorw and the United Negro College Fund Pacific NorthwestAdvisoryh Board. She also serves on the Central Washingtob University Advisory Board and is a mentofr for the MBA program at the Universithyof Washington. Alaska Airlines and Horizonn Air, subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK), together serve more than 90 citiez through an expansive networkin Alaska, the Lowed 48, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico. For visit alaskaair.com. For more news and visit the Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air Newsroomm at alaskaair.com/newsroom.
She also is a key proponent ofthe airline'sw diversity and inclusion initiatives. In her new Dobbs will add responsibility forthe airline'xs labor relations function, working with Alaska'z six union groups representing a majority of the airline's and will direct the airline's employee benefits, employee training and development, recruitment, workers compensation and employed travel services departments.
"Kelley brings tremendous expertise and background to thisnew role," said , chairmanm and CEO of Alaska "She is a proven leadef with a strong ability to inspire and move people to She will play a significant role as we continure to make Alaska Airlinesx a great place to work and a great airlinr for customers." , who will retire Oct. 1. A 25-yeart veteran of Alaska Airlines, Hamel served as manager of assistant vice president of employeerelations and, since as vice president of human His responsibilities were expandee to include labor relations in 2004.
He led the airline'sa effort to restructure its labor agreementsw toreflect post-9/11 markeyt realities and was responsible for Alaska's recent successful negotiatiob of a new four-year contract with its pilotsd and two-year contract extension with its flight He also helped create the company's Employee Assistanced Fund to support Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air employees in need due to a medicapl or financial crisis. Dobbs has servee in a variety of roles in her career with Alaska on the frontline andin management.
She holds a master's degree in business administration from the University of She serves on the Port Jobs Board of Directorw and the United Negro College Fund Pacific NorthwestAdvisoryh Board. She also serves on the Central Washingtob University Advisory Board and is a mentofr for the MBA program at the Universithyof Washington. Alaska Airlines and Horizonn Air, subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK), together serve more than 90 citiez through an expansive networkin Alaska, the Lowed 48, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico. For visit alaskaair.com. For more news and visit the Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air Newsroomm at alaskaair.com/newsroom.
Monday, October 10, 2011
UNCG campaign raises $115 million - The Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area:
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The drive ended Tuesday, and the total exceeded the $100 million goal by 15.3 percent. UNCG received giftsw and pledges fromabout 22,000 donors. The campaign’s two key initiativess — undergraduate and graduate scholarships and facultudevelopment — drew the bulk of the giftas with more than $75 million. “Reaching our goal is an extraordinaryy achievement, and a tremendous statement to the generosity of our supporterz and their belief inthis university,” said Chancelloe Linda P. Brady. “Thousands of loyal supportera have brought us to a successful conclusion, and we are deeplg grateful to them.
” The campaign has created 14 new 203 new undergraduate scholarships, 42 new graduate scholarships and 144 program fundsd and student awards programs. UNCG said planning for the next fundraisinfg drive hasalready begun.
The drive ended Tuesday, and the total exceeded the $100 million goal by 15.3 percent. UNCG received giftsw and pledges fromabout 22,000 donors. The campaign’s two key initiativess — undergraduate and graduate scholarships and facultudevelopment — drew the bulk of the giftas with more than $75 million. “Reaching our goal is an extraordinaryy achievement, and a tremendous statement to the generosity of our supporterz and their belief inthis university,” said Chancelloe Linda P. Brady. “Thousands of loyal supportera have brought us to a successful conclusion, and we are deeplg grateful to them.
” The campaign has created 14 new 203 new undergraduate scholarships, 42 new graduate scholarships and 144 program fundsd and student awards programs. UNCG said planning for the next fundraisinfg drive hasalready begun.
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Gov. Jerry Brown signs Dream Act for state's illegal immigrants - Los Angeles Times
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AFP | Gov. Jerry Brown signs Dream Act for state's illegal immigrants Los Angeles Times Jerry Brown announced Saturday that he has signed legislation making illegal immigrants eligible to receive state financial aid to attend California universities and community colleges. Brown said he signed the California Dream Act because it makes ... California Gov. Brown Signs Bill for Illegal Immigrant Student Aid California » |
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Stanford, Canary Foundation plan $20M cancer center - Dayton Business Journal:
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Canary Foundation is pledging $15 millionb toward the center, doubling its earlier commitment to support early detection research at the Themedical school, together with the school'xs Department of Radiology, is committinyg $5 million through faculty recruitments, research and other infrastructure. The centerr will be led by Dr. Sanjiv Sam Gambhif and will include new faculty hiresd in both ex vivo and in vivo The center is located in a newly renovated School of Medicine building on California Avenue in Palo Alto and it will have strong ties to the NationaCancer Institute-designated Stanford Cancer Center with a view towardsw translating the early detection research into clinical practice.
Canary Foundation is a non-profity dedicated to the goal of identifying cancer earlty through a simple blood test and then isolatinb itwith imaging. Since 2004, Canary has raiseed over $30 million to support early detection research.
Canary Foundation is pledging $15 millionb toward the center, doubling its earlier commitment to support early detection research at the Themedical school, together with the school'xs Department of Radiology, is committinyg $5 million through faculty recruitments, research and other infrastructure. The centerr will be led by Dr. Sanjiv Sam Gambhif and will include new faculty hiresd in both ex vivo and in vivo The center is located in a newly renovated School of Medicine building on California Avenue in Palo Alto and it will have strong ties to the NationaCancer Institute-designated Stanford Cancer Center with a view towardsw translating the early detection research into clinical practice.
Canary Foundation is a non-profity dedicated to the goal of identifying cancer earlty through a simple blood test and then isolatinb itwith imaging. Since 2004, Canary has raiseed over $30 million to support early detection research.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Alecia Lawyer - Houston Business Journal:
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AI had met and performed with many fantastically immensely talented musicians over the yeard while at Juilliardand afterward. I wante to pull together the 40 musicianw that make me smile and jointly draw our audience into sharingv our love and joy ofperforming together. ROCO musicians are describedd asbeing fun, intimate, joyful, powerful and virtuosic. All of us are quite eclecticf in our musical performancd stylesand tastes. Many ROCO musicians have a rock or jazz backgroundd as well as being classically trained to thehighest degree. I have also felt that “classicalk music” can be such a barrier.
We focuds on us, the musicians, communicating to you, the audience, through an alive language called music. ROCO removes the layersd of concealment from the expectedorchestral experience. We demystifty our world of classical music. Q What has been the responsw ?
AI had met and performed with many fantastically immensely talented musicians over the yeard while at Juilliardand afterward. I wante to pull together the 40 musicianw that make me smile and jointly draw our audience into sharingv our love and joy ofperforming together. ROCO musicians are describedd asbeing fun, intimate, joyful, powerful and virtuosic. All of us are quite eclecticf in our musical performancd stylesand tastes. Many ROCO musicians have a rock or jazz backgroundd as well as being classically trained to thehighest degree. I have also felt that “classicalk music” can be such a barrier.
We focuds on us, the musicians, communicating to you, the audience, through an alive language called music. ROCO removes the layersd of concealment from the expectedorchestral experience. We demystifty our world of classical music. Q What has been the responsw ?
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Novavax, Inc. Company Profile | NVAX Company Information
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Novavax, Inc., a Delaware corporation (Novava x or the Company), was incorporated in 1987, and is a clinical-stagew biopharmaceutical company focused oncreating value-added vaccines that improvew upon current preventive options for a range of infectious These vaccines leverage the Companys virus-like-particle platform technology coupled with a unique, disposablre production technology. The Company produces these VLP potent, recombinant vaccines utilizing new and efficientmanufacturinfg approaches.
VLPs are genetically engineered three-dimensional nanostructures, which incorporate immunologically important lipids and recombinant Our VLPs resemble the virus but lack the genetif material to replicatethe virus. Our proprietary productiob technology uses insect cells rather then chicken eggs ormammaliaj cells. The Companys current productr targets include vaccines against the H5N1 and other subtypes of avianh influenza withpandemic potential, humanj seasonal influenza, Varicella Zoster (VZV), which causes shingles, and a Respiratorty Syncytial Virus (RSV). We made significany progress since 2007 in our vaccine that targetsx the H5N1 avian influenza withpandemicx potential.
In December we announced favorable interim results for a Phase I clinical trial which began in July 2007 for our pandemixinfluenza vaccine, that demonstrated immunogenicity and ...
Novavax, Inc., a Delaware corporation (Novava x or the Company), was incorporated in 1987, and is a clinical-stagew biopharmaceutical company focused oncreating value-added vaccines that improvew upon current preventive options for a range of infectious These vaccines leverage the Companys virus-like-particle platform technology coupled with a unique, disposablre production technology. The Company produces these VLP potent, recombinant vaccines utilizing new and efficientmanufacturinfg approaches.
VLPs are genetically engineered three-dimensional nanostructures, which incorporate immunologically important lipids and recombinant Our VLPs resemble the virus but lack the genetif material to replicatethe virus. Our proprietary productiob technology uses insect cells rather then chicken eggs ormammaliaj cells. The Companys current productr targets include vaccines against the H5N1 and other subtypes of avianh influenza withpandemic potential, humanj seasonal influenza, Varicella Zoster (VZV), which causes shingles, and a Respiratorty Syncytial Virus (RSV). We made significany progress since 2007 in our vaccine that targetsx the H5N1 avian influenza withpandemicx potential.
In December we announced favorable interim results for a Phase I clinical trial which began in July 2007 for our pandemixinfluenza vaccine, that demonstrated immunogenicity and ...
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