As the pandemic enters its third year, long Covid has emerged as an increasingly important concern. And many people are wondering whether getting a Covid shot can reduce their chances of developing long-term symptoms.
No time to wait on development of second generation vaccines
Congress has returned to Capitol Hill, and among the most important unfinished business on its agenda is agreeing to a new package to fight COVID-19 by funding second-generation vaccine research. When Congress left town, there was cautious optimism that a deal was close.
UM and MSU both earn prestigious designation as research universities
The University of Montana in Missoula and Montana State University in Bozeman have achieved “R1” designations for their research programs. The “R1” classification is conferred by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education organization based on factors including research expenditures, staffing, and number of doctorates awarded.
Montana Instruments’ Tried and Trusted Products Ready to Serve the Growing Quantum Industry
Just like guitarists can simply say Gibson, or Fender, or Martin to instantly signal rock star quality, most businesses hope for a one-word brand that can sum up their company. It turns out there is a quantum equivalent. After over a decade of service to the academic community and pioneering work done to help the emerging quantum ecosystem, Montana Instruments has earned that rock star status among deep tech researchers.
Montana State to expand collaborative health research as part of $63 million partnership
Montana State University will play a leading role in improving medical care and public health across the Northwest through collaborative research as part of a partnership with one of the nation’s top medical schools that is backed by a new $63 million grant.
MSU Billings announces Institute for Neurodiversity & Applied Behavior Analysis
Montana State University Billings announces the launch of the Institute for Neurodiversity and Applied Behavior Analysis at the Montana Center for Inclusive Education (MCIE) on university campus. The Institute will serve children in the region with mental, social, and behavioral differences associated with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, similar mental health disorders, and other behavioral disabilities, by providing direct and telehealth clinical support.
Bozeman’s BioScience Laboratories Gains CDC Approval to Test All Known Strains of SARS-CoV-2
BioScience Laboratories, a Nelson Labs company located in Bozeman, MT, and a leader in topical antimicrobial-product testing in the consumer, pharmaceutical, and medical-device industries, operates a biosafety-level-3 (BSL-3) laboratory that was inspected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) last year. The CDC has since confirmed that the Bozeman facility’s BSL-3 lab and related procedures adequately meet guidelines for the company to test all common and concerning strains of SARS-CoV-2 and other potentially dangerous pathogens.
Sharon Peterson: Giving COVID-19 vaccines formulas to other countries could have negative impact on bioscience industry
Last year, the World Trade Organization (WTO) proposed that biotechnology companies, including some in Montana, be required to give their formulas for COVID-19 vaccines to countries that aren’t as advanced as the U.S. in developing these technologies. The Biden administration has supported this proposal, but we have deep concerns about it.
Your Chance to Pitch: Applications Open for Rocky Mountain Life Sciences Companies
Thirty regional companies will be selected to present at the Rocky Mountain Life Sciences Investor & Partnering Conference. Companies seeking seed, early-stage, late-stage funding in the medical device, diagnostic, biotech, pharmaceutical, and digital health sectors are encouraged to apply.