The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) on Friday announced that Wednesday (May 5) has been named International Day, and will include a special programming track on Global Biotechnology Issues. International Case Studies will be presented throughout the week on topics such as breakthroughs in molecular diagnostics, biomarkers, dementia and Alzheimer's, and translational R&D. Presentations and breakout sessions at the 2010 BIO International Convention will focus on research and development, partnership opportunities, and new business models required to meet global health challenges. Also on Wednesday, editorial staff from Scientific American and other industry leaders will present Worldview 2010 and discuss the state of biotech hubs and innovation around the globe and present results of the study highlighting key international developments. The BIO Exhibition will feature countries from across the globe.
