Biophan Acquires Worldwide Rights for MRI-Safe Ceramic Motor for Medical Applications.Business Editors/Health/Medical Writers BIOWIRE2K ROCHESTER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 4, 2004 Product Addresses Multi-Billion Dollar Drug Delivery Market; Maintains Company Focus on Technological Acquisitions Biophan Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB OTCBB See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). : BIPH BIPH Bogomoletz Institute of Physiology (National Academy of Sciences; Ukraine) ), a leading developer of next-generation biomedical technology Biomedical technology involves the application of engineering and technology principles to the domain of living or biological systems. Usually biomedical denotes a greater stress on problems related to human health and diseases. , announced today that it has signed an exclusive, worldwide distribution agreement with Victor, New York-based New Scale Technologies, Inc. for distribution of New Scale's ceramic "SQUIGGLE See tilde. (TM) motor" to the multi-billion dollar drug delivery market. A detailed description of the SQUIGGLE(TM) motor is available at http://www.biophan.com/ceramic.php. Developed to meet the growing demand for high precision, low cost actuation devices, the motor is currently on the market generating revenues and is available for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and integration today. The motor uses no metal wire windings (one of the primary causes of image interference under MRI 1. (application) MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging. 2. MRI - Measurement Requirements and Interface. ), is capable of both linear and rotational movement, and can move forward and backwards several inches at nanometer increments, thereby providing a controllable drug release environment. As part of the exclusive distribution agreement, Biophan will provide sales and marketing to the medical device industry on behalf of New Scale and will also make a small minority investment in the company. "This motor offers several advantages for driving drug pumps, as well as for other applications," stated Michael Weiner Michael Weiner can refer to:
"This product also fits in with our strategic plan to be a provider of proprietary new technologies to our OEM customers and prospects. While we continue to provide solutions that will one day enable all biomedical bi·o·med·i·cal adj. 1. Of or relating to biomedicine. 2. Of, relating to, or involving biological, medical, and physical sciences. devices to be MRI-safe and image compatible, we have expanded our focus to bring additional, proprietary innovations to our customers. We continue to maintain an ongoing and in-depth dialog with both the research and development and business development executives at many of the largest manufacturers of biomedical device companies. This interaction gives us a broad view of the short- and long-term needs of these companies for support of both their current and future product lines." About New Scale Technologies New Scale Technologies, Inc. makes miniature motors and precision positioning systems that are cost effective, powerful and efficient for emerging applications in nanotechnology, microelectronics, optics, lasers, biotechnology, medical devices, aerospace and defense, fluid control and office/consumer products. The company is privately held, located in Victor, NY and was founded in 2002 by David Henderson David Henderson may be:
About Biophan Technologies Biophan Technologies develops and markets cutting-edge technologies designed to make biomedical devices--such as cardiac pacemakers, surgical and diagnostic tools--safe and compatible with magnetic resonance imaging magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), noninvasive diagnostic technique that uses nuclear magnetic resonance to produce cross-sectional images of organs and other internal body structures. (MRI) equipment. The Company develops enabling technologies for implanted medical systems such as pacemakers Pacemakers Definition A pacemaker is a surgically-implanted electronic device that regulates a slow or erratic heartbeat. Purpose Pacemakers are implanted to regulate irregular contractions of the heart (arrhythmia). , and interventional surgical devices such as catheters and guidewires, as well as stents and other implants that can be safely and effectively imaged under MRI. The technology is also being used to create enhanced MRI contrast agents. Committed to growth through innovation and developmental leadership, Biophan and its licensors have nine issued U.S. patents and over fifty patents pending, in areas including nanotechnology (nanomagnetic particle coatings), radio frequency filters, polymer composites, photonics, and a long-life power source for use in implanted medical devices. Biophan's technology will help realize its goal of one day making all biomedical devices capable of safely and successfully working with MRI. For more information, please visit www.biophan.com. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements included in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from such statements expressed or implied herein as a result of a variety of factors including, but not limited to: the development of Biophan's MRI technologies; the approval of Biophan's patent applications; the successful implementation of Biophan's research and development programs; the acceptance by the market of Biophan's products; competition and the timing of projects and trends in future operating performance, as well as other factors expressed from time to time in Biophan's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). As a result, this press release should be read in conjunction with Biophan's periodic filings with the SEC. The forward-looking statements contained herein are made only as of the date of this press release, and Biophan undertakes no obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. |
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