- Panna Sharma, CEO of Cancer Genetics, Is Moderating a Panel Entitled "Partnering for a Balanced Portfolio: Perspectives from Innovators, Partners, & Payers"
RUTHERFORD, N.J., April 10, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cancer Genetics, Inc. (Nasdaq:CGIX) ("CGI" or the "Company"), an emerging leader in DNA-based cancer diagnostics, announced that the Company is a sponsor of the BioNJ International BioPartnering Conference where Panna Sharma will be moderating a panel on the topic of "Partnering for a Balanced Portfolio: Perspectives from Innovators, Partners, and Payers" today Thursday, April 10, 2014 at the Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village.
"Delivering in today's life sciences and healthcare environment requires partnerships, cross-disciplinary work, and integrating teams across companies," said Panna Sharma, Chief Executive Officer of Cancer Genetics. "The insight that our panel of experts at this morning's BioNJ conference brings into the critical issues of portfolio development, selection and partnerships is remarkable. Collaborations between established pharmaceutical companies and smaller companies with strong R&D and breakthrough technology or insight have long been a feature of the industry. As new drug candidates become more targeted, and global markets become even more accessible we expect to see more partnerships both between companies and across industries to ensure that portfolios have depth, are balanced, and very productive."
Details of the Panel Presentation
| Date: | Thursday, April 10, 2014 |
| Time: | 9:00 am – 9:45 am |
| Location: | The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village |
| 201 Village Blvd, Princeton, NJ | |
| Panel Title: | Building a Balanced Portfolio |
This panel includes key executives from pharma, biotech, and corporate venture partners who will be discussing the latest trends / landscape in partnering, alliance models, and their company's strategy to capture external innovations.
- Moderator: Panna Sharma, President & CEO, Cancer Genetics, Inc.
- Simon J. Archibald, PhD, Chief Scientist, Integra LifeSciences Corporation
- Iain D. Dukes, D Phil, SVP, MRL Licensing & External Scientific Affairs, Merck
- Brenda D. Gavin, DVM, MBA, Founding Partner, Quaker Partners
- Michael Gutch, PhD, Managing Director, MedImmune Ventures
About BioNJ
BioNJ's mission is to advance the biotechnology and biotechnology-related industries in New Jersey for the benefit of the citizens, the economy and patients of New Jersey, the US and worldwide. BioNJ accomplishes its mission through excellence in: Ensuring the acquisition and availability of appropriate human, capital, and other resources necessary for building successful biotechnology and biotechnology support companies in the State; Formulating and advocating policy positions to elected officials, regulators, the media and general public; and, Enhancing global awareness and appreciation of New Jersey's talent, experience and resources.
About Cancer Genetics:
Cancer Genetics, Inc. is an emerging leader in DNA-based cancer diagnostics, servicing some of the most prestigious medical institutions in the world. Our tests target cancers that are difficult to diagnose and predict treatment outcomes. These cancers include hematological, urogenital and HPV-associated cancers. We also offer a comprehensive range of non-proprietary oncology-focused tests and laboratory services that provide critical genomic information to healthcare professionals, as well as biopharma and biotech companies. Our state-of-the-art reference lab is focused entirely on maintaining clinical excellence and is both CLIA certified and CAP accredited and has licensure from several states including New York State. We have established strong research collaborations with major cancer centers such as Memorial Sloan-Kettering, The Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic and the National Cancer Institute. For further information, please see www.cancergenetics.com.
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