The memorandum is expected to create a clear change of tone from the Bush administration on a broad range of scientific issues.
Bush said his administration will fully fund high priority areas for scientific research into climate change over the next five years, and help developing nations to match the U.S. commitment.
Also late yesterday, Boston Scientific (BSX) said the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved its latest drug-eluting stent, the Promus Element Plus Everolimus-Eluting Platinum Chromium Coronary Stent System.
Congress and the Administration must act quickly and assertively to renew our investment in basic scientific research.
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Boston Scientific has raised the issue with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, which does not comment on discussions with regulated companies.
On BP, we're told the administration asked BP to stop work on the temporary cap because some scientific questions needed to be answered.
"The available scientific evidence and expert reviews from leading global health organizations such as the American Cancer Society, National Cancer Institute, United States Food and Drug Administration and the World Health Organization reflect a consensus based on published scientific research showing that there is no reason for concern, " Largent's statement said.
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It's another scientific failure for big pharma, and perhaps also a sign that the Food and Drug Administration is holding new heart pills to a tougher standard.
This suit is a response to an April 6 suit brought by Medinol alleging that Boston Scientific misappropriated intellectual property and submitted fraudulent filings to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in order to steal the company's business.
Meanwhile, the Obama Administration has taken the position that the ban does not apply to any U.S. scientific interactions with China conducted as part of foreign policy.
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In announcing this decision, the administration claimed it was merely following the recommendation of a bipartisan commission that enjoyed the full backing of the scientific community.
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