Former StemCo Executive Launches BioTechnology Transfer.RALEIGH, N.C. -- Cynthia Pritchard, Ph.D., today announced the launch of BioTechnology Transfer, a Triangle-based company that provides outsourced strategic product development and regulatory submissions for early-stage life science and medical device companies. The company's scientists and engineers specialize in designing, developing, implementing and supporting practical systems that meet FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. , ISO (1) See ISO speed. (2) (International Organization for Standardization, Geneva, Switzerland, www.iso.ch) An organization that sets international standards, founded in 1946. The U.S. member body is ANSI. and ICH See Intel Hub Architecture. quality standards and regulatory requirements. "BioTechnology Transfer fulfills a large, unmet need for outsourced product development and regulatory submission services in this area," said Pritchard. "Our comprehensive services enable biotech companies to determine concept feasibility, develop marketable products and build their business efficiently." Pritchard is CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. and a founder of BioTechnology Transfer, bringing more than 25 years' experience in the medical device and diagnostic industries to the company. She was most recently director of development for StemCo Biomedical bi·o·med·i·cal adj. 1. Of or relating to biomedicine. 2. Of, relating to, or involving biological, medical, and physical sciences. (now Aldagen), leading the product development and new applications groups. "I became familiar with Cynthia's high level of skill and knowledge through her work at StemCo," said Garheng Kong, M.D., Ph.D., of Intersouth Partners. "There is a definite need for the types of services BioTechnology Transfer will deliver to start-ups in the Research Triangle Park Research Triangle Park, research, business, medical, and educational complex situated in central North Carolina. It has an area of 6,900 acres (2,795 hectares) and is 8 × 2 mi (13 × 3 km) in size. Named for the triangle formed by Duke Univ. area. Growing companies that need to move their products quickly from concept to market could certainly benefit from help like this." Billy Usrey, former operations director of Apogee Medical, will serve as COO. He specializes in due diligence Research; analysis; your homework. This term has caught on in all industries, because it sounds so "wired." Who would want to do analysis or research when they can do due diligence. See wired. and system assessment for potential investors, equipment validation, and lab and pilot manufacturing design/build to federal and global quality system requirements To be used efficiently, all computer software needs certain hardware components or other software resources to be present on a computer system. These pre-requisites are known as (computer) system requirements and are often used as a guideline as opposed to an absolute rule. . About BioTechnology Transfer BioTechnology Transfer provides the clear translation necessary to effectively transition 'blue sky' research concepts into marketable products. We incorporate quality assurance and regulatory requirements upfront into research and development, clinical trials and manufacturing to shorten product development and regulatory cycles and lower costs. Our principal scientists and engineers have more than 100 years of combined experience in medical devices, diagnostics, cell therapies and biologics. Together, they have brought more than 50 products to market and have made more than 25 successful submissions to global regulatory agencies. For additional information, please visit www.biotechtrans.com. |
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