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UBM Canon’s MPMN, the Global Authority on Cutting-Edge Technologies and Products to the Medical Device Industry, Announces Special Web Feature: Five Pioneering Medical Products to Watch

Los Angeles, CA (November 16, 2011) - Medical Product Manufacturing News (MPMN), a UBM Canon world leading MedTech B2B publication and resource covering materials, components, equipment, and services for medical device design and development, has unveiled the special Web feature, “Five Pioneering Medical Products to Watch.” Selected by MPMN editors, the five featured products represent industry trendsetters at various stages of development that could potentially revolutionize medical device design.

“While there is no shortage of innovative medical devices currently in development, these five products really stand out as groundbreaking designs that, if commercialized, could overcome current end-use challenges and dramatically improve patient care,” said Shana Leonard, editor-in-chief of Medical Product Manufacturing News.

High-profile medical devices from Abbott Laboratories and Medtronic Inc. are included on the list along with products in development at a startup company and two university labs. “Industry-leading companies such as Abbott Labs and Medtronic are constantly producing game-changing medical devices,” Leonard said. “But some of the most exciting and out-of-the-box medical device breakthroughs are undeniably occurring in university labs as well.”

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About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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Sustainability shown as a driving factor in packaging decisions

Exclusive annual study by the leading authority Packaging Digest reveals top priorities for the packaging industry.
- Procter & Gamble and Walmart recognized for their sustainability practices

OAK BROOK, IL (November  1, 2011) ─ For the last five years, an exclusive annual study by  the global authority Packaging Digest, a leading media brand of UBM Canon,  and the Sustainable Packaging Coalition has shown sustainability’s steady growth as a driver of change and innovation in the packaging sector. New data from the just-released 2011 survey indicate that this momentum might be slowing.

The exclusive “Sustainability in Packaging” study - the longest-running benchmarking survey on this topic in the industry-indicates some slippage on key questions, according to John Kalkowski, Packaging Digest editorial director. He explains that this does not mean that sustainability’s importance among packagers has declined. Rather, its impact is still growing, although at a slightly slower pace.

The 2011 survey was conducted in September, drawing 674 responses from a cross section of the packaging industry that includes consumer packaged goods companies (CPGs), retailers, packaging services and converters, as well as machinery and materials suppliers.

 ”Packaging affects so many aspects of consumers’ lives and business. While it protects the investment in products, it also has a major impact on the environment through the use of materials, energy and the creation of waste,” says Anne Johnson, director of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition. “Packaging Digest and the SPC launched this survey five years ago because we recognized that the packaging industry was going through tremendous changes as a result of increasing concerns about sustainability across society. This annual study is one of the best benchmarks of how the packaging segment has changed each year and an excellent indicator of sustainability issues that are on the horizon.”

Kalkowski points out that packaging accounts for one of the largest employment sectors across all U.S. manufacturing. “At the same time, packaging is used and thrown away each day by virtually all consumers, making it an obvious target to control through sustainable activities,” he says.

Major findings from the study include:

• The number of respondents reporting high or moderate familiarity with the issues of sustainability dipped to 80 percent in 2011 versus 83 percent in the 2010 survey, still well above the 52 percent at the same level of familiarity in 2007, the first year the survey was conducted.

• A growing number of study participants (41 percent) say the emphasis on sustainability within their companies has stayed the same in the past year, compared to 31 percent a year ago, while 55 percent said the emphasis had grown within their company in 2011.

• When asked how they’d rate their company’s success in achieving sustainability, less than one quarter of respondents say the business they work for had achieved levels beyond similar companies.

• Consumer demand, pricing pressure and retailer/brand owner requirements were cited most often as the main influences on companies’ sustainable packaging efforts.

• Economic conditions were cited as a major reason that some businesses have scaled back their activities in sustainable packaging.

Again in 2011, study participants identify Walmart as the leader among retailers for its sustainability practices, followed by Target and Whole Foods Markets. Among consumer product goods companies, Procter & Gamble was most-recognized for sustainability, followed by Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, which both introduced plant-based packaging in 2011.

Further details of the study are available in the November issue of Packaging Digest at www.packagingdigest.com/SustainableSurvey. Complete results will be presented in a webcast at 2 p.m. Eastern on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011. The webcast also will feature a presentation on how Kraft Foods is leveraging sustainability in its business by Roger Zellner, director of sustainability research, development and quality for Kraft Foods and a state-of-sustainability report by Anne Johnson of the SPC.

ABOUT PACKAGING DIGEST
Packaging Digest, with nearly 50 years of service, is the premier media brand covering the packaging industry. Respected worldwide for its timely and extensive coverage of real-world packaging operations, the magazine reaches over more than 80,000 subscribers who comprise decision makers in engineering, operations and corporate management, as well as design and brand leaders. Through its online presence, Packaging Digest also offers expanded reach via newsletters, videos, webcasts and other targeted services, making this brand the vehicle of choice for those seeking to reach the $470 billion global packaging market. Packaging Digest is a media brand of UBM Canon.

ABOUT UBM CANON
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

ABOUT SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING COALITION
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC) is an industry working group dedicated to a more robust environmental vision for packaging while endeavoring to build packaging systems that encourage economic prosperity and a sustainable flow of materials. The SPC is a project of GreenBlue, a nonprofit that equips business with the science and resources to make products more sustainable. For more information, visit www.sustainablepackaging.org.

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Hypertronics Partners with UBM Canon, the Leading Global Medical Device Industry Source, to Co-Host Strategies for Avoiding Device Failure Seminar

Seminar headlined by industry expert Robert Hult, of Bishop & Associate will be co-located during the MD&M show in Minneapolis, November 2-3, 2011

Los Angeles, CA (October 27, 2011) - Hypertronics and UBM Canon’s Medical Device Media Group will co-host a seminar that aims to teach designers about the art of component selection in an advanced medical system. Dubbed, Strategies for Avoiding Device Failure, the seminar will be led by industry expert Robert Hult. As the Director of Product Technology for Bishop & Associates, Hult has nearly 40 years experience in the connector industry, with stops at Foxconn, Intel, and Tyco Electronics.

Hult’s presentation will look at making safe, dependable choices when it comes to component selection. This fits well with Hypertronics’ strategy, a company that is well respected for being a global supplier of high reliability, high performance interconnect solutions.

As most design engineers are aware, there are many potential points of failure on an advanced medical system. Hult will point out the obvious and not-so-obvious trouble spots, as well as their causes, and what you can do to avoid them. Devices covered in the discussion will include MRI, digital imaging, ultrasound, electrophysiology catheters, defibrillators, patient monitoring equipment, and implantable devices. One particular area of focus will be the interconnect system. Ample time will be allowed for Q&A and networking.

“I’m really excited to hear what Robert has to say. He’s a veteran that has been in the trenches when it comes to advanced system design,” said Rich Nass, Director of Content for UBM Canon’s Medical Devices Group. “When you’re designing products that save people’s lives, the mantra is that it has to work right all the time, every time.”

“We look forward to partnering with Hypertronics on this custom event,” said Shannon E. Alo-Mendosa, Director of Sales, UBM Canon’s Medical Device Media Group. “As the market leader, we anticipate partnering and executing more marketing services programs such as custom products and solutions in the future.  Especially as our customer’s/partner’s needs are focused more on engagement with a targeted audience  - we can apply our powerful content, unsurpassed brand equity and audience reach across the medical device industry, manufacturers, suppliers and OEMs, and in essence provide turnkey marketing services capabilities with a consultative media sales process.”

“We are delighted to participate in this event,” stated Vadim Radunsky, President, Hypertronics Corporation. “We view this venue as one that serves Hypertronics and its customers well across multiple disciplines within medical device manufacturing as it enables us to connect with the global community, build brand awareness and engage with our target audience.”

About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B-to-B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

About Hypertronics Corporation

Hypertronics, based in Hudson, Massachusetts, has been a leader in the design, manufacturing and

distribution of specialty connectors for the electronics industry since 1970. Its Hypertac® technology is

renowned for delivering unfailing performance in high-reliability applications in the medical,

military/aerospace, test and measurement and industrial market segments. The company offers a wide

range of standard catalog products as well as custom-designed connectors for more specific application

needs and performance requirements. Hypertronics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Smiths Interconnect.

More information about Hypertronics products and solution offerings can be found at

www.hypertronics.com.

About MD&M

Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) Minneapolis is the most comprehensive resource for every aspect of medical device development. It gathers medtech professionals and leading medical OEM suppliers together to provide you with immediate hands-on access to the tools you need to accelerate your new device to market, all in one convenient location. http://www.canontradeshows.com/expo/minn11/

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UBM Canon’s 2012 Medical Design Excellence Awards Calls for Entries
Innovative products invited to participate in 15th annual competition

Los Angeles, CA (October 25, 2011) - The Medical Design Excellence Awards (MDEA) program is accepting entries for its 2012 competition from companies and individuals worldwide involved in the design, engineering, manufacture, or distribution of finished medical devices or medical packaging products. The MDEA is presented by UBM Canon, the leading producer of face-to-face, digital, print, and online business acceleration products for the worldwide medical device industry and sponsored by MD+DI (Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry) magazine. 

Now in its 15th year, the MDEA competition is a prestigious, publicity-charged program that provides companies with year-round opportunities to increase the distinction of their MDEA-finalist and winning products. The program recognizes both the design achievements and healthcare contributions of medical product manufacturers and the many people behind the scenes-engineers, scientists, designers, and clinicians-who are responsible for the groundbreaking innovations that are changing the face of healthcare. 

Parties interested in entering in the 2012 MDEA competition are encouraged to visit www.MDEAwards.com for complete program details, including eligibility requirements, a downloadable entry form, rules, instructions, and an entry materials checklist. Industry professionals are encouraged to review the information provided on the website and become involved in building recognition for medical product excellence, both in their own companies and industry wide. Although entries are most often submitted by manufacturers, firms that provide materials, components, or design and consulting services may submit an entry on behalf of a product manufacturer with that manufacturer’s written consent.

The early-bird submission deadline for the 2012 MDEA competition is November 14, 2011 and its standard deadline is December 9, 2011.

Accepted in ten medical product categories, entries are evaluated by a multidisciplinary panel of jurors with expertise in engineering, medicine, human factors, industrial design, manufacturing, and other design and healthcare-related fields.

Finalists will be publicly announced in the April issue of MD+DI magazine. The winners will then be announced in May at a special presentation ceremony held in conjunction with the Medical Design & Manufacturing (MD&M) East Conference and Exposition, May 22-24, 2012, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. MDEA-winning products will be honored with Bronze-, Silver-, or Gold-level awards in each category. Also, one Gold-winning product will be awarded “Best-in-Show”.

MDEA awards have been given to nearly 450 groundbreaking products, including the AcceleDent Orthodontic System; Avedro Vedera KXS Vision Correction Device; cobas b 123 point-of-care blood gas analyzer system; Compass interchangeable modular system; Cranial Loop nonmetallic cranial fixation device for postcraniotomy bone flap fixation; DISTALOCK Intramedullary (IM) Nail and Drill System; Encircle Compression Therapy device; Inogen One G2 portable oxygen concentrator; Integrated Cycler real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) thermocycler; iO-Flex surgical system; JuggerKnot Soft Suture Anchor; Leica BOND-III immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridization staining system; Lifeline View automated external defibrillator; LipiView Ocular Surface Interferometer; MAGPIX versatile multiplexing bioassay platform; MalleoLoc ankle orthosis; Mindray V Series Patient Monitoring System; Orascoptic Freedom cordless LED headlamp for dentists and hygienists; PleuraFlow active tube clearance system; Pronto-7 handheld noninvasive hemoglobin spot-check testing device; Propoint obturation point for use in root canal therapy; Radiant Heat Warmer (RHW) 3000 series; Selenia Dimensions tomosynthesis (3D) system; SpeediCath Compact Male intermittent catheter; Triangular Prostatic Stent; UroLift System minimally invasive device; VeinViewer Vision vascular imaging device; and the Venner A.P. Advance Video Laryngoscope.

The MDEA program is endorsed by AdvaMed; the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering; the Healthcare Technology Foundation; the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society; the Medical Device Manufacturers Association; and the National Collegiate Inventors and Innovators Alliance.

For more information on the Medical Design Excellence Awards, visit www.MDEAwards.com, e-mail mdea@ubm.com, or call 310/445-4200.

About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B-to-B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging.

Further information about UBM Canon’s business-to-business publications, trade shows, and digital media is available at www.ubmcanon.com.

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UBM Canon’s Packaging Media Group, the Worldwide Packaging Industry Leader, Expands its Business and Content Team

Oak Brook, IL (October 25, 2011) - UBM Canon announces key appointments for Packaging Digest and Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging News, the leading resources for the global packaging industry.

Steve Everly has been promoted from Associate Publisher, Packaging Digest and R&D Directions to Brand Director, Packaging for Packaging Digest, Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging News and Qpack, the definitive supplier search engine and sourcing platform for consumer and industrial packaged goods companies.

Everly joined UBM Canon in 2010 and has over 16 years of management experience within various markets serving consumer, research, healthcare, finance and packaging. Within the packaging market, his publication and event portfolio includes the former Food & Drug Packaging, Flexible Packaging, Brand Packaging, Contract Packaging magazines, as well as Packaging Services Expo and IoPP’s Who’s Who in Packaging.

“UBM Canon sees substantial synergies in these similar packaging markets, and we believe that Steve’s experience and managerial expertise with audience and advertisers will capitalize on the opportunities our platforms deliver,” says Stephen Corrick, Vice President & Executive Director of UBM Canon Publishing. “Our extensive portfolio provides an unparalleled focus on the packaging industry reflecting the excitement of such an innovative market around the world.”

Packaging Digest has also added a new Senior Editor, Jenni Spinner to its Content team. Spinner will track packaging design trends, report on new packaging technology, manage social media platforms and cover industry events. Before joining Packaging Digest, Spinner worked as a freelance writer since 2008 and as an editor at several trade publications before that.

“Jenni is an accomplished journalist who has worked in a number of technical fields, yet she brings a fresh perspective to packaging,” says John Kalkowski, Packaging Digest’s Editorial Director. “In addition her Internet and social media expertise will extend Packaging Digest’s highly engaged digital community.” 

Packaging Digest has a full portfolio of products lined up for 2012, including a new media and marketing planning calendar, webcasts on glass packaging solutions, global packaging outlook and sustainable packaging, a new virtual event on Driving Packaging Efficiency, continued sponsorship  with Pira International of the Sustainability in Packaging Conference and Exhibition, and ongoing development of next-generation virtual events. To learn more about Packaging Digest, visit www.packagingdigest.com.

About Packaging Digest
Packaging Digest, with nearly 50 years of service, is the premier media brand covering the packaging industry. Respected worldwide for its timely and extensive coverage of real-world packaging operations, the magazine reaches over 80,000 subscribers who comprise decision makers in engineering, operations and corporate management, as well as design and brand leaders. Through its online presence, Packaging Digest also offers expanded reach via e-newsletters, videos, webcasts and other targeted services, making this brand the vehicle of choice for those seeking to reach the $470 billion global packaging market. Packaging Digest is a media brand of UBM Canon.

About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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UBM Canon’s PlasticsToday, the Leading Resource for the Global Plastics Industry, Expands its Business and Content Team Worldwide

Los Angeles, CA (October 21, 2011) – UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, announced today some key changes to its leading brand for the plastics processing industry, PlasticsToday.  PlasticsToday now has a new Brand Director, a new Content Director, and three new contributing editors.  The moves align with PlasticsToday’s focus on serving its global audience of plastics professionals and delivering return on marketing investment to its customers.

John Guadagno has been promoted from Sales Director to Brand Director for PlasticsToday.  John has been a key player in developing new digital solutions for PlasticsToday customers. John joined the PlasticsToday team in 2008 and was responsible for the launch of the PlasticsToday daily email newsletter, NewsFeed, as well as several other digital media products.  He has over 12 years of B2B media experience with expertise in SEO, website marketing, database marketing and email marketing.

Tony Deligio has been promoted to the role of Content Director for PlasticsToday.  Starting with Injection Molding Magazine in 2000, Tony Deligio has been covering the global plastics processing industry for more than a decade, with writing and reporting experience over that time with Plastics Machinery & Auxiliaries, Modern Plastics Worldwide, and PlasticsToday.  Tony has been instrumental at PlasticsToday in building quality products that are resonating with the audience.

PlasticsToday has also added on three new contributing editors to its Content Team:  Doug Smock, Karen Laird, and Debbie Sniderman, bringing the total number of its regular contributors to 13.  Doug is the Medical Content Editor for PlasticsToday and has been writing about plastics technology since 1986, including coverage of nine K Fairs and nine National Plastics Expositions. He is the former Chief Editor of Plastics World and Purchasing magazines and the former Editorial Director and Associate Publisher of Modern Mold and Tooling. Doug is also co-author of two leading books on supply chain management: “Straight to the Bottom Line” and “On-Demand Supply Management”.

Karen Laird is based out of the Netherlands and her professional experience includes current work in PR and marketing at People Creating Value, as well as acting as the editor/publisher at Laird Publishing, and the chief editor/assistant publisher at Media Business Press. She is a longtime veteran of the plastics industry, and reports on all things sustainability related in her weekly Green Matters column.

Debbie Sniderman’s Renewable Report is PlasticsToday’s new weekly column on renewable energy and alternative energy, covering opportunities in this growing field for plastics processors. Debbie writes for, owns, and acts as a consultant with VI Ventures, an R&D and manufacturing consulting company for renewable energy products and technologies.

“Our dedication and commitment to serving the media needs of the global plastics processing marketplace continue with the promotion of John and Tony, and addition of contributing editors Doug, Karen, and Debbie.  PlasticsToday will continue to expand its reach and targeted content for key emerging markets and maintain its position as The Global Community for Plastics Professionals,” stated Stephen Corrick, VP and Executive Director for UBM Canon Publishing.

PlasticsToday is currently recruiting another person to join its editorial staff on a full-time basis, and it has a full portfolio of products lined up for 2012, including its NPE 2012 Preview Issue, Newsletter, and Microsite, the continuation of its Extrusion Expert and Injection Molding Webinar Series, enhanced website, and more. 

PlasticsToday is the sister property and sponsor of UBM Canon’s leading plastics events PLASTEC, Plast-Ex, and ExpoPlast, and is also teaming up with Medical Product Manufacturing News this December to launch a new conference on Innovations in Medical Polymers. To learn more about PlasticsToday, visit www.plasticstoday.com.

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About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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UBM Canon, the Global Authority on the Medical Device Industry, Announces Key Hires in the U.S. and Asia to Complement Its Expanding Marketing and Advertiser Media Solutions Team

Los Angeles, CA (October 17, 2011) - UBM Canon, the world’s leading medical device industry resource continues to build upon its tradition of a strong consultative media solutions sales approach with the addition of two key new hires for the U.S. and Chinese markets.

“Without a doubt UBM Canon’s product portfolio provides an unparalleled platform for the medtech industry,” said Shannon Alo-Mendosa, Director of Sales.  “Medical device industry manufacturers, suppliers and OEMs have the benefit of such powerful marketing capabilities with a consultative media sales process.  I’m pleased to announce the addition of Brian Toole as Media Sales Director in the U.S. and Grace Guo as our Media Sales Manager in China.”

Effective October 17, Brian Toole will be the Sales Director for the FL, NY, MD, MI OH and PA markets.  Brian’s extensive B2B sales background includes Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Public Health and Corporate sectors for industry leaders such as: BNP Media, Reed Business Information, VerticalNet and Dun & Bradstreet.

Effective October 24, Grace Guo will join UBM Canon as the first dedicated Sales Director for China and will be based out of Beijing.  With relevant sector background, Grace’s B2B experience includes working with OEM clients such as Johnson & Johnson, Siemens and GE.

“Our commitment to serving the needs of the global medical device marketplace continues with the addition of Brian and Grace.  Our advertising and marketing partners have a valuable resource regardless of their needs - locally and globally,” stated Stephen Corrick, VP and Executive Director for UBM Canon Publishing.

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About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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Distinguished Speaker Dr. Elizabeth Mansfield Joins IVD Technology For Upcoming Webcast:

The Regulation of Companion Diagnostics: Current Status and Updates

Los Angeles, CA (October 13, 2011) - IVD Technology, a UBM Canon leading brand focused on in vitro diagnostics technologies including research, development, and manufacturing, today announced an upcoming webinar that will cover the most significant emerging trend in the industry - companion diagnostics for personalized medicine.

The featured speaker for this webcast is Dr. Elizabeth Mansfield, the Director of the Personalized Medicine Staff at the FDA’s Office of In Vitro Diagnostic Device Evaluation and Safety (OIVD). Dr. Mansfield will provide insight into the FDA’s companion diagnostic device guidance.

“You do not want to miss this important webcast on companion diagnostics, an area that will influence the direction of the IVD industry for many years,” stated Richard Park, Editor-in-Chief, IVD Technology. “Dr. Mansfield will discuss the FDA’s rationale for its policy and the labeling recommendations for both therapeutic and diagnostics devices.”

Mansfield will also cover the definition of a companion diagnostic and the types of IVDs that would and would not be considered companion diagnostics.

After her presentation, Dr. Mansfield will participate in a live Q&A session, moderated by Park. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and join in the discussion about the regulation of companion diagnostics.

The webcast will take place on Thursday, November 10 at 9:00 a.m. PT (12:00 p.m. ET).  There is a small registration fee to attend.  The event will be archived for six months on the IVD Technology website and in the Qmed webcast archive.

For more information about Dr. Mansfield and the webcast or to register, please click here.

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About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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Leading Medical Device Industry Resource Qmed Reveals Significant Enhancements Based on User-Driven Feedback

Re-design and improved search functionality make it even easier for OEMs and qualified medical device suppliers to connect and succeed

Los Angeles, CA (October 3, 2011) - Qmed.com, the world’s only 100% qualified medical device supplier directory, search engine, and central industry resource, today revealed its new user-driven re-design and enhanced platform.  The new design and streamlined navigation is based on user research and feedback, SEO performance research and best practices, and continuous analysis over the past 16 months.

Qmed’s new user experience will allow medical device manufacturers to more efficiently research, identify, and select qualified suppliers during the product design cycle, as well as stay connected to the industry with the latest medtech news and information.

“We know how extremely important it is for OEMs to find qualified suppliers for their medical device products. The new Qmed interface and functionality provides users with clearly identified supplier qualifications and is visible on the home page, search results, and supplier pages,” stated Tim Simone, Qmed Brand Director. “We also made our wide range of resources, including industry news and editorial content, a central focus with easy and fast navigation throughout the entire site.”

The now streamlined navigation bar and enhanced search functionality allows Qmed users to easily find more information about each qualified supplier including: the markets they serve, technical abilities, quality control, and certifications, as well as the ability to quickly access resources such as white papers, videos, news stories, product categories, and other company information.

New social media capabilities have also been introduced. Users can now like a listing on Facebook, Twitter, and share on LinkedIn. Users can also sign-up for Qmed alerts delivered via email, add a listing as a favorite, and email a listing to a friend or colleague.

“Our commitment to the medical engineering community remains that Qmed will continue to provide the most comprehensive and efficient supplier-sourcing experience for medical device OEMs,” said Simone. “These augmentations represent the immense importance we place on providing users with the resources and tools to help them quickly and effectively source qualified suppliers and find the information they need.”

Qmed launched in April 2010 and has become the main connection point for medical device manufacturers as proven by its up to 73,000 unique visitors per month, and over 500,000 unique visitors per year. Qmed focuses on building the most robust, content-rich platform for OEMs and qualified medical device suppliers by enhancing search capabilities and developing tools that efficiently create business connections for the medtech industry.

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About Qmed

Qmed is the world’s ONLY 100% qualified medical device supplier directory, search engine and industry resource, created exclusively for OEMs actively researching and sourcing qualified suppliers, products, and services during the product design cycle. Powered by advanced keyword search and embedded with relevant supplier and industry content, rich media, and RFP opportunities, Qmed is the critical resource used to connect medical device OEMs with qualified suppliers. From medical contract manufacturers to stock component suppliers and medical device consultancies, Qmed’s powerful search tool, directory, and white paper library serves only relevant, editorially screened supplier listings and resources to provide the most efficient supplier-sourcing experience for medical device OEMs. Qualified suppliers are determined by verification of the following criteria: currently working with medical device OEMs, exhibit at medical device industry trade shows, are GMP compliant, ISO 9000, and/or FDA-registered.

About UBM Canon

UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM plc (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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E-mail: Joanna.Siddiqui@ubm.com 

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Med Ad News to Host Virtual Career Fair for Healthcare Communications Industry 

NEWTOWN, PA (September 27, 2011) - Med Ad News, the trusted source of pharmaceutical business and marketing news, announces it will host its first-ever virtual career fair tailored to the healthcare communications industry from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 12.

The $500 billion pharmaceutical industry spends nearly $30 billion annually on marketing for drugs, and leading healthcare communications agencies, like those featured in Med Ad News, are charged with marketing those products. These agencies are currently searching for new talent from a variety of disciplines to add to their teams in places like New York, Philadelphia, and Chicago.

The Med Ad News Virtual Career Fair will connect pharma marketing professionals and motivated candidates - ranging from entry level to experienced specialists - with employers who are actively recruiting team members.

The new live event is being presented by the editors and publishers of one of the industry’s most respected magazines and will provide attendees with access from the convenience of their own computers. 

“With pharmaceutical ad agencies and brand organizations always on the prowl for talent, and so many candidates seeking opportunities in marketing, we thought it’d be a good idea to use technology to bring everyone together in one virtual space,” said Chris Truelove, Editor in Chief of Med Ad News. “Whether for an experienced industry professional or a young person right out of college, this is a great way to simplify the search process.” 

Participants will be able to chat in real time with reps from leading ad agencies and marketing services companies, network and increase their employment prospects, view jobs online and receive an employer directory at the event, and upload and share their resumes and portfolios. 

The virtual career fair provides an online environment that allows companies to share information, post career opportunities, and interact with job candidates via chat and in-show email. Attendees can apply to jobs and meet with recruiters or hiring managers. 

Interactive spaces within the virtual career fair include exhibit halls with sponsor booths, an auditorium for featured conference sessions, resource libraries, and a networking lounge. 

Registration is free. For more information or to become a sponsor, contact Dan Becker at daniel.becker@ubm.com or call (973)-808-1191. Log onto http://www.pharmalive.com/medadnewscareerfair to register.  

Med Ad News, launched in 1982, is the pharmaceutical industry’s magazine of choice for insight into successful business and marketing strategies.

About Med Ad News
The pharmaceutical industry’s publication of record for more than 25 years, Med Ad News provides broad coverage and incisive analysis of the issues, events, trends, and strategies shaping pharmaceutical business, marketing, and sales. More than 16,500 readers - comprising corporate executives, marketing, sales, and product managers - receive Med Ad News 12 times per year. Med Ad News is a publication of UBM Canon Pharmaceutical Media Group. 

About UBM Canon
UBM Canon, the leading B2B media company dedicated exclusively to the global $3.0 trillion advanced manufacturing sector, helps support the flow of information, commerce and innovation in such sophisticated segments as medical devices and pharmaceutical development. UBM Canon also addresses cutting-edge developments in broader areas of advanced engineering design and manufacturing, and manufacturing processes and packaging. UBM Canon is part of UBM (UBM.L) a global provider of media and information services for professional B2B communities and markets.

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