FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- BioSpace, the leading online
source of life science information and a subsidiary of onTargetjobs, and
Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MBC), a not-for-profit organization
that provides services and support for the Massachusetts biotechnology
industry, unveiled this morning the eighth edition of the Genetown(TM)
Hotbed Campaign. First launched in 1993, Genetown is a unique branding and
awareness campaign that highlights the organizations constituting the
dynamic biopharmaceutical industry in Massachusetts.
(Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061221/CLTH023
Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040907/CLTU006LOGO )
The initiative features both promotional and functional components to
work in conjunction with the economic and workforce development initiatives
of the region. The much anticipated Genetown Hotbed Map
http://biospace.com/hotbed/maps/genetown_map.aspx displays the logos and
building pictures of participating companies. Various print collateral
pieces featuring the iconic Genetown image will be distributed to life
science professionals at regional and international events throughout the
year, including the international biotechnology convention in Boston. The
map is also available for download on the Genetown Homepage
http://biospace.com/hotbed.aspx?RegionID=16 , which maintains critical
daily biopharmaceutical industry news and information from the region.
A number of different types of organizations are featured as part of
the campaign, reflective of the diverse set of foci and talents necessary
to grow a life science cluster. The effort includes bioscience companies
engaged in R&D, service and supply providers to the community, and also
research institutes, non-profit organizations and universities. Detailed
online profiles of the participating organizations include contact
information, career opportunities, and financial updates and history, and
can be found through the Genetown Homepage.
"With the support of MBC, BioSpace is pleased to once again promote the
thriving biopharmaceutical industry in Massachusetts," said Wes Crews, CEO
of BioSpace. "The international industry convention returns to Boston in
2007, and Genetown will serve as a major promotional piece for the region
and its key players."
About BioSpace
BioSpace is globally recognized as the leading provider of career
solutions and Web-based resources and information to the life science,
pharmaceutical and medical device industries. For 20 years BioSpace has
helped to accelerate communication and discovery among business and
scientific leaders in the biopharmaceutical market. With a well-established
site infrastructure and loyal online audience, BioSpace.com offers an
unparalleled distribution channel for recruitment, investment, product,
event and other life science industry messages. BioSpace is a subsidiary of
onTargetjobs and is headquartered in Fort Worth, TX.
About Massachusetts Biotechnology Council
The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MBC), founded in 1985, is a
not- for-profit organization that provides services and support for the
Massachusetts biotechnology industry. The MBC is committed to advancing the
development of critical new science, technology and medicines that benefit
people worldwide. Representing over 500 companies, academic institutions
and service organizations involved in life sciences and health care, the
MBC works with public leaders to advance policy and promote education,
while providing member programs and events, industry information, and
services.
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Related links:
http://www.biospace.com
Photo Notes:
NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061221/CLTH023
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20040907/CLTU006LOGO
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CONTACT:
Brian Vacanti, Vice President, Marketing of
BioSpace, +1-817-717-1404
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