内容简介：
【组织简介】 The Washington Biotechnology and Medical Technology Association (WBBA) is a not-for-profit association of Washington state biotechnology and biomedical companies, research firms and related organizations. The biotechnology organizations use living organisms and biological research to develop medical, environmental and agricultural products. Biomedical firms develop and manufacture diagnostic and electronic devices or components for use by medical researchers and health care providers.
WBBA member companies are developing revolutionary methods for diagnosis and treatment of cancer, AIDS, multiple sclerosis, cystic fibrosis, and other serious conditions. In agriculture, our member companies are developing improved foods and processes that enhance product yield, nutrition, taste, and shelf life. Environmental technology is helping to create a cleaner and safer world.
They member companies are developing some of the world’s most sophisticated health care tools. Doctors treating heart patients, pregnant women, cancer patients, and a host of other conditions can provide more timely and accurate diagnoses and offer more effective treatments. These companies save lives – and reduce health care costs – through the development of science and technology. WBBA member organizations are dedicated to improving health are for mankind through innovative and cost-effective use of science.
Professional Staff
Ruth Martens Scott, President Pamela J. Love, Director of Communications & Events Renee Radcliff, Director of Government and Public Relations Brian Wolters, Support Manager Maureen Takaoka, Meetings Manager Gretchen Semke, Office Manager
Washington Biotechnology & Biomedical Association 200 First Avenue West, Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98119 Phone: 206.624.1967 Fax: 206.628.0899 E-mail: washbio@washbio.org
