Good Day BIO Newsletter

Day 2 of the BIO International Convention brought important conversations on biopharma's message in an election year, DEI, and how to grow the bioeconomy. Meanwhile, in Washington, D.C., lawmakers discussed 340B. (869 words, 4 minutes, 20 seconds)

We recap Day 1 of the BIO International Convention, including what we learned about government partnerships with industry for national security, Medicare Part D, and Alternative Funding Programs. (603 words, 3 minutes)

The 2024 BIO International Convention kicks off today in San Diego—and the Good Day BIO and Bio.News team is live on the ground, bringing you all the news and highlights. Here’s what we’re watching and how to follow—plus, details on Moderna’s RSV win and bills that would enhance national security through ag biotech. (718 words, 3 minutes, 35 seconds)

From avian flu to a potential new “smart” antibiotic, here’s what you need to know before the BIO International Convention—plus, Vermont’s Governor vetoed a bill that would have banned an important seed treatment. (600 words, 3 minutes)

The Inflation Reduction Act would discourage small molecule R&D—but lawmakers have proposed one “EPIC” solution. Plus, the potato finally has its day—and biotech is ensuring its longevity. (466 words, 2 minutes, 19 seconds)

A few more wins for biotech innovation: the CDC confirms the mpox vaccine is highly effective, and the FDA OKs an animal feed additive that will reduce methane emissions from cow belches. (457 words, 2 minutes, 17 seconds)

We’re back with news you might have missed over the weekend: HHS has ordered the manufacture of human bird flu vaccines as a precaution (with a contract with a BIO member) and GE microbes could transform agriculture—with regulatory reform. (514 words, 2 minutes, 34 seconds)

The House Agriculture Committee forwarded a draft of a five-year Farm Bill by a 33-21 bipartisan vote early this morning—here’s what we know so far. Plus, BIO announces actress, producer, and advocate Viola Davis will keynote the 2024 BIO International Convention. (518 words, 2 minutes, 35 seconds) We’ll be taking a quick break for Memorial Day and will return to our regular publishing schedule on Tuesday, May 28. Enjoy the holiday weekend!

We’re getting ready for summer. Miami Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert shares his personal experiences with melanoma—and why you should #GetNaked and get checked for skin cancer. Plus, a superfood purple tomato may be in grocery stores near you. (547 words, 2 minutes, 44 seconds)

COVID vaccines will continue to save lives, studies show—we look at what we avoided, what we gained, how far we’ve come, and what’s next. Plus, the CDC is keeping avian flu surveillance “at enhanced levels” into the summer. (497 words, 2 minutes, 29 seconds)