May 28, 2009: Therapeutic Breakfast Series | Regulatory Environment for Pain Therapeutics
Pain treatment is big business, with several multi-billion dollar per year pain therapeutics on the market, and several others with sales of more than $100 million per year. Misuse and abuse of pain drugs is also a big problem. According to the FDA, the misuse and abuse of pain therapies has increased significantly in the past five years. Looking to reverse this trend, the FDA is requiring manufacturers of opioid products to implement Risk Evaluation and Mitigation (REMS) strategies, which the agency is in the process of developing. Come hear our panel of experts discuss how the new REMS guidelines will change the landscape of pain therapies. Detailed Information

May 28, 2009: Hot Topic Series | Challenges, Opportunities and Perspectives for Biofuels
Replacing oil with next generation biofuels as the foundation of the world’s transportation system spurs the imagination of innovators, researchers, entrepreneurs and investors. Bringing biofuel innovations to market is challenging, however, due to both scientific and monetary concerns. Two panels will address these issues; the first panel will focus on the science and commercialization challenges and opportunities in the biofuels market, the second panel will focus on current energy policies of the US government, its approach to supporting next generation biofuels, and the impact of the economic stimulus package on the biofuels industry. Join us for this exciting event! Detailed Information

June 9: Medical Device Breakfast Series | Enterprise Risk Management through IP Protection
As innovators and leaders in a dynamic and competitive industry, Medical Device Companies of all stages of development share one thing in common. Intellectual Property. Protecting IP is a global issue that acutely affects the Medical Device industry. Whether you are an early stage start up, in clinical trials or have reached commercialization, your IP is your biggest asset. Join our panel for a discussion on how to protect, manage and defend you’re your Intellectual Property. Among the topics that will be addressed, strategy to prevent, or prevail in: enforcement; invalidity / title or ownership; infringement liability and defense; loss of value or revenue; contractual obligations. Detailed Information

June 25: Therapeutic Breakfast | Biosimilars, Second Generation Biologics and Generics
With patent protections expiring on the first biopharmaceutical products, several generic manufacturers are gearing up to move into the new marketplace. While a regulatory pathway exists for approval of generic versions of small molecule drugs there is no legally-approved regulatory pathway to bring follow-on biologics to market in the US. Currently, several bills are working their way through Congress that, if approved, would permit the FDA to approve generic versions of many blockbuster biopharmaceutical products following their patent expiration. A panel of regulatory experts, policymakers and life sciences companies on both sides of the debate will discuss the opportunities, the challenges and what approval of such legislation would really mean for the life sciences industry. Detailed Information

June 25: BioEconomy Summit
The BioEconomy Summit is a global conference of leaders convened to provide a forum for consideration, understanding and consensus regarding the potential and implications of the evolving BioEconomy to improve the health and well being of our planet and its inhabitants. The BioEconomy Summit is being convened by partners including the BayBio Institute, National Academy of Sciences, and the Kauffman Foundation to bring together leaders from many fields to jointly consider the future of the bioeconomy. Detailed Information

July 14: Medical Device Breakfast Series | Strategic Partnerships and Alliances for Medical Device Companies
BayBio Medical Device Breakfast Series is designed to showcase up and coming Northern California medical device companies, exciting new technologies behind their work, as well as their pipelines of medical device products. BayBio Medical Device Breakfasts are held second Tuesday every month with each meeting focusing on up to three Northern California companies. Q&A, as well as the networking time will be provided following company presentations. Additionally breakfast meetings will be devoted to a discussion of the issues important to the healthy development of medical device industry and companies. Detailed Information

July 22: BayBio Open House
Join BayBio for its quarterly open house. Learn how BayBio's group purchasing program can slow your company's burn rate. Meet the policy team that has extended Net Operating Loss carry forward from 10 years to 20 years. Leave with detailed insight into how BayBio can help your organization succeed. At the new BioSurplus facility in Fremont. Detailed Information

September 30: GeneAcres17 | Current Challenges, Future Opportunities
Gene Acres is a one-day facilities conference featuring timely analysis of issues by professionals from multiple perspectives. From facilities design to security, and from regulatory certification to international operations, Gene Acres conference provides insights into the challenges faced by life science companies every day. A closing reception will provide a perfect opportunity to network with your peers. Detailed Information

October 13: Medical Device Breakfast Series | Design for Manufacturing
BayBio Medical Device Breakfast Series is designed to showcase up and coming Northern California medical device companies, exciting new technologies behind their work, as well as their pipelines of medical device products. BayBio Medical Device Breakfasts are held second Tuesday every month with each meeting focusing on up to three Northern California companies. Q&A, as well as the networking time will be provided following company presentations. Additionally breakfast meetings will be devoted to a discussion of the issues important to the healthy development of medical device industry and companies. Detailed Information

November 5: 2009 Pantheon Ceremony Presenting DiNA Awards
Each year BayBio recognizes achievement and honors excellence in the life sciences industry in Northern California, as it brings together Northern California’s life sciences industry leaders. The Pantheon Awards Ceremony is a celebration of the contributions and achievements of the Bay Area, a moment in time to pause and reflect on the industry's legacy over three decades. The 2009 DiNA Awards (Northern California's life science Oscar) will be presented to the industry executives and stakeholders who played a key role in life science advancements in Northern California throughout the year. Detailed Information