NEWS OF NOTE

George Mason Shines in the Biotechnology Spotlight
Article by Patty Snellings, 06/23/2003
George Mason has reached another milestone in its quest for excellence in biotechnology education and research. For the first time, the university is an active participant at the annual convention of the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO).
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GEORGE MASON UNIVERSITY/GANEDEN BIOTECH COLLABORATE ON PROBIOTICS RESEARCH TO BENEFIT U.S. TROOPS
Article by Patty Snellings, 08/05/2003, Manassas, VA

George Mason University's National Center for Biodefense has teamed with Ganeden Biotech Inc. to investigate potential probiotics and immune system therapies that hold significant promise for U.S. military personnel. The research involves antimicrobial and antifungal applications for the development of health care products that can be used during training and deployment of troops, both as a prophylaxis and a treatment for noncombat-related illnesses.
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New Graduate Course at GMU to Focus on Biodefense
By Michele Clock Washington Post Staff Writer Thursday, June 26, 2003; Page VA10
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/
A17919-2003Jun20.html

GMU Biodefense Center Unites Former Foes
“Alibek said…that he and Charles Bailey have spent their careers studying an issue that only lately has grabbed the world’s attention….”
Amy Argetsinger, The Washington Post, 2/14/02

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