In the era where bio is the new interface, bioLogic imagines a world where actuators and sensors can be grown rather than manufactured, being derived from nature as opposed to engineered in factories.
With the advancement of techniques to facilitate their introduction and transient expression in plants, plant virus expression vectors and components derived from them offer strategic advantages for the rapid and cost-effective production of biologics for the world's poor.
The former is more of a potential game-changer than the latter, but given that the future of the industry rides on the increasingly complex world of biologics, the passage of meaningful generic biologics changes could be tough.
"This acquisition transforms Merck's pharmaceuticals business and creates a leading position in the world of biologic medicines," Michael Roemer, Merck's chief executive, said.
"Some of the most expensive drugs in the world are biologics," said Abbey Meyers, president of the National Organization for Rare Disorders, which represents patients and also supports new regulations for generic biotechnology drugs.
The question now is not whether some of these agents can be effective; rather, it is whether the toxicity and side effects will be acceptable in a world where biologics have an advantageous therapeutic index.
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"We structured the deal with the pre-eminent biologic development company in the world," he said.
Critical focus is on developing an understanding of the Earth as a planetary body and discovering how studies of other planets and satellites influence models of the climatic, geologic, and biologic history of our home world.
