Medistem Laboratories Announces Key 2006 Strategic Initiatives for Clinical and Revenue Expansion.SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Please replace the release with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The corrected release reads: MEDISTEM LABORATORIES ANNOUNCES KEY 2006 STRATEGIC INITIATIVES FOR CLINICAL AND REVENUE EXPANSION; INNOVATOR OF BREAKTHROUGH NON-CONTROVERSIAL STEM CELL THERAPIES stem cell therapy Cell therapy Molecular medicine A technology in which a person's own cells–eg, neuronal stem cells are triggered to revert to their primitive embryonic form, then redifferentiate into mature cells of various organs TO OPEN FIRST CLINIC AND DELIVER PROPRIETARY THERAPIES IN FIRST QUARTER 2006 Medistem Laboratories, Inc. (OTCBB OTCBB See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). :MDSM MDSM Mass Digital Storage Management ), a developer of breakthrough medical therapies from non-controversial adult stem-cell sources, released today an outline of the Company's Strategic Initiatives for the calendar year 2006, describing key elements of Medistem's business plan to capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. the potential estimated $30 billion per year industry for stem-cell therapies and products. "Medistem has laid the scientific and business groundwork to enable us to establish our leadership and expertise as clinical pioneers in the exciting and burgeoning new field of stem-cell based therapies," said Neil Riordan, PhD, Chairman and 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. of Medistem Laboratories. "Medistem is poised to significantly expand its ability to develop and deliver breakthrough, medically important therapies for millions of people worldwide suffering from a broad range of diseases, injuries and conditions, including serious neurological impairment from stroke and other conditions. "The strategic initiatives described here outline our plans to launch and expand clinical and revenue-generating phases of our strategic business plans, starting in the first quarter next year," Riordan added. Strategic Initiatives for Medistem in the coming 12-month period include: Strategic Initiative 1: Open First Clinic to Deliver Medistem Therapies Medistem intends to commence revenue-generating operations through the delivery of our proprietary stem cell treatments Medical researchers believe that stem cell treatments have the potential to change the face of human disease and alleviate suffering. A number of stem cell treatments already exist, although most are still experimental and/or costly, with the notable exception of bone marrow at clinical laboratory sites. Initiatives include: --Anticipated opening of the first clinic to commence in San Jose San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Costa Rica Costa Rica (kŏs`tə rē`kə), officially Republic of Costa Rica, republic (2005 est. pop. 4,016,000), 19,575 sq mi (50,700 sq km), Central America. , by Q2 2006; --Implement revenue-generating business model immediately following clinic opening, via fee-based stem cell treatments using Medistem technology and therapies. Strategic Initiative 2: Continue Laboratory Research to Develop Treatments for Stroke and Other Conditions The Company's business strategy calls for continued research and development to create new treatments and applications of stem cell therapies. Areas of initial therapeutic development focus include treatments for stroke victims. Initiatives include: --Advance laboratory research concurrently with clinical work in affiliated laboratory sites; --Research objectives initially targeted to advancing stroke treatments. Strategic Initiative 3: Expansion of Intellectual Property Portfolio Medistem currently holds international rights to a patent-pending method of expansion of stem cells stem cells, unspecialized human or animal cells that can produce mature specialized body cells and at the same time replicate themselves. Embryonic stem cells are derived from a blastocyst (the blastula typical of placental mammals; see embryo), which is very young . The method requires the use of no animal products, which have been linked to rejection reactions to stem cells. Medistem also holds international rights to a patent pending method for the treatment of cancer using umbilical cord umbilical cord (ŭmbĭl`ĭkəl), cordlike structure about 22 in. (56 cm) long in the pregnant human female, extending from the abdominal wall of the fetus to the placenta. and placental placental pertaining to or emanating from placenta. placental barrier the placental separation of maternal and fetal blood which varies in its structure and permeability between the species. stem cells and other compositions. Initiatives include: --Expedite IP expansion through continued clinical developments, particularly of new methods for expansion of stem cell stem cell In living organisms, an undifferentiated cell that can produce other cells that eventually make up specialized tissues and organs. There are two major types of stem cells, embryonic and adult. types; --Build additional IP through acquisitions of targeted proprietary technologies; Strategic Initiative 4: Expand Business and Revenue Growth Opportunities It is estimated that the stem cell industry could produce revenues of $30 billion per annum Per annum Yearly. following approvals by the U.S. 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. . The Company is embracing the opportunity for the clinical application of stem cells in internationally based, licensed medical facilities. Initiatives include: --Replicate fee-for-service revenue model in new global clinics/markets; --Identify and pursue establishment of new global locations for clinics, with plans to open clinics approximately every 9-12 months. Medistem will release additional details of Management's Strategic Initiatives and corporate vision for 2006 on a forward-going basis. About Medistem Laboratories, Inc. Medistem Laboratories is an innovative biotechnology company committed to the creation and commercialization of advanced medical therapies based on non-controversial adult stem cells. Medistem's corporate mission is to transform these stem cells into valuable medical treatments. The Company creates these treatments from adult stem cells derived from muscle, bone marrow and fat of adult patients seeking treatment, as well as from full-term, healthy placentas and umbilical cords, but not the controversial embryonic or fetal stem cells that are the focus of ethical and moral debates in some communities. The Company's business strategy calls for the establishment of a series of clinics and laboratories around the world to deliver unprecedented, next-generation remedies to help millions of patients. Initial development and treatment focus will use proprietary technology and cells sourced from umbilical cords, fat, bone marrow, and muscle for advanced treatment of cerebral palsy cerebral palsy (sərē`brəl pôl`zē), disability caused by brain damage before or during birth or in the first years, resulting in a loss of voluntary muscular control and coordination. , stroke, cardiovascular disease Cardiovascular disease Disease that affects the heart and blood vessels. Mentioned in: Lipoproteins Test cardiovascular disease and orthopedic diseases, primarily for the international marketplace. Additional applications, including those for the U.S. marketplace, will ultimately be targeted to the treatment of neurological disorders This is a list of major and frequently observed neurological disorders (e.g. Alzheimer's disease), symptoms (e.g.back pain), signs (e.g. aphasia) and syndromes (e.g. Aicardi syndrome). such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and certain types of cancer. Medistem believes it may hold a substantial competitive edge in the worldwide emerging market for stem cell-sourced medical solutions, positioning it to become a leading global provider of stem cell treatments on a fee-for-service basis, while accumulating intellectual property based on clinical and laboratory findings. Cautionary Statement This document does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of our securities. This document contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The forward looking statements contained herein can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects," "may," "will," "should," or "anticipates," or the negative thereof or other variations thereon or comparable terminology, or by discussions of strategy that involve risks and uncertainties. We wish to caution the reader that these forward-looking statements that are not historical facts, are only predictions. No assurances can be given that the future results indicated, whether expressed or implied, will be achieved. |
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