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Biotech Powerhouse Lays Off Hundreds - Oct. 20, 2011

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•   Verenium Corporation (VRNM) Announces Up to $16 Million in New Secured Financings More...
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•   Patheon (PTI.TO) Signs Three Year $18 Million Development Agreement with Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation More...
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•   Amylin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (AMLN) Reports Third Quarter Financial Results More...
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