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The calendar is heating up with several industry events approaching quickly and if you can't attend yourself, we'll be providing a recap of many of these events on NPIcenter. We have a few event reviews on NPIcenter already; the easiest way to view these is to use the drop down search box at the top of the NPIcenter page and search for 'event review'.

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How’s Your Communication Strategy?
It’s not easy to develop and implement a communications strategy. Knowing your clients, potential clients and investors helps, but choosing how to reach them is a confusing and cumbersome process. Once you’ve determined your approach, measuring its effectiveness is another thing entirely.
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 Business/Financial Briefs

 

U.S. Nutraceuticals Acquires La Haye Laboratories, Inc.
U.S. Nutraceuticals, LLC, has acquired the astaxanthin business of La Haye Laboratories, Inc.

United Natural Foods Announces 17% Increase In Fourth Quarter Net Income Excluding Special Items
United Natural Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: UNFI) today reported net income of $5.6 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2002, or $0.29 per share on a diluted basis.

David B. Roll, Ph.D., Appointed Director of Dietary Supplements at USP
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer Roger L. Williams, M.D., announced that David B. Roll, Ph.D., has joined USP as director of dietary supplements.

Natural Alternatives International Announces Fiscal 2002 Results
Natural Alternatives International (NAI), Inc. (Nasdaq: NAII), reported net income of $3,879,000 or $0.67 per share on revenues of $50.0 million for its fiscal year ended June 30, 2002.

Roche sells Vitamins and Fine Chemicals Division to DSM - Compelling strategic move for both companies
Roche and the Dutch Life Science and Performance Materials company DSM announced today that DSM intends to acquire Roche’s Vitamins and Fine Chemicals Division.

Monterey Pasta Company Welcomes New President, James M. Williams;
Monterey Pasta Company (Nasdaq:PSTA) announced that James M. Williams will join Monterey Pasta as President effective October 1, 2002.

Lattey, Sanders Join RFI Ingredients
RFI Ingredients, Blauvelt, NY, has named Steven Lattey vice president, Western Region for its Functional Food/Dietary Supplement business unit. Based in Long Beach, CA.

Unilever Announces Sale of Loders Croklaan Imminent

Unilever (NYSE: UN/UL) announced that it will sell its international speciality oils and fats business, Loders Croklaan Group to IOI Corporation Berhad of Malaysia for EUR 217 million in cash.
More Financial News

 

Some threads on the
discussion board

Re: Policosanol, jose medina, 30. Aug 11:10, Raw Materials
WHAT IF I DON’T WANT TO RELOCATE?, AskTheRecruiter, 30. Aug 10:49, Ask The Recruiter
DO I HAVE TO SUBMIT A RESUME?, AskTheRecruiter, 30. Aug 10:49, Ask The Recruiter
IS IT REALLY CONFIDENTIAL?, AskTheRecruiter, 30. Aug 10:49, Ask The Recruiter
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?, AskTheRecruiter, 30. Aug 10:49, Ask The Recruiter
WHY SHOULD I USE A RECRUITER?, AskTheRecruiter, 30. Aug 10:48, Ask The Recruiter
ARE THINGS REALLY GETTING ANY BETTER OUT THERE?, AskTheRecruiter, 30. Aug 10:48, Ask The Recruiter
Start With the Basics., Len Monheit, 30. Aug 10:19, Start With the Basics 08/30/2002
Standards of Evidence & Research, Len Monheit, 23. Aug 12:27, Standards of Evidence & Research 08/23/2002
method for d-fraction analysis, Jay Emmons, 17. Aug 19:44, Raw Materials

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 Industry Briefs
Hybrid Transportation Powers Big Transformation
Inspired by the ingenious technology that propels their hybrid vehicles, BIG is using its fleet to raise eco-consciousness among commuters and attract new business in the process.

Natrol to launch network marketing division. October roll out of Ann subsidiary scheduled.
Natrol Inc. (NASDAQ: NTOL), announced the broadening of its business operations into the direct-to-consumer multi-level marketing channel of distribution.

Chemi Nutraceuticals Files Patent Application For Alpha-GPC Specialty Ingredient
Chemi Nutraceuticals announces the filing of a methods and compositions patent related to alpha-glyceryl phosphoryl choline (A-GPC) and its effects on altering body composition.

PharmaNutrients Receives Sublicense to WARF CLA Patents
With the execution of the Natural ASA and Cognis licensing agreement, PharmaNutrients receives a sublicense for various application and use patents relating to conjugated linoleic acid (CLA).

More Than 70 Percent of Adults With Cancer in Western Washington Use Alternative Therapies; Nearly All Report Improved Sense Of Well-Being
More than 70 percent of adult cancer patients in western Washington use alternative therapies and almost all report substantial improvements in well-being as a result of using alternative medicine, according to a Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center survey.

Reliable Alternative Medicine Information: A New Website from Natural Standard
To address the widespread need for reliable alternative medicine information, a new web-based resource is available from Natural Standard

The Quigley Corporation Files Foreign Patent Application for Diabetic Neuropathy Treatment
The Quigley Corporation (NASDAQ: QGLY) announced that its Patent Application for the "Method and Composition for the Topical Treatment of Diabetic Neuropathy" has been filed in the European and other foreign markets
 

More Industry News

 


Articles by Weaver & Amin
Patents: Registration Process and Post-Registration Strategies To Maximize Your Investment

Trademarks and Internet Domain Name Conflicts
 

 


 Regulatory/Research Briefs

Ephedra and Steroid Hormone Precursor Warning Bill Passes California Legislature
Over this past weekend, the California Legislature passed two bills that, if signed by the Governor, will affect the sale of dietary supplements in the state.

CFSAN Introduces New Adverse Events Reporting System (CAERS)

CFSAN announces that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), is currently developing a new, comprehensive system for tracking and analyzing adverse event reports involving foods, cosmetics and dietary supplements.

University Research Leads to World's First 100% All-Natural Athletic Enhancer - 'Peak Performance(TM) Sports Inhaler(TM)'
The inhaling of peppermint vapors has been proven to improve an athlete's speed, strength, and endurance and substantially decrease fatigue. The new Peak Performance(TM) Sports Inhaler(TM) gives athletes a competitive edge naturally.


More Regulatory News

 

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Nutraceutical Briefs

  UK first energy stimulant chocolate launches in UK
The launch of the UK's first mainstream chocolate bar, proven to stimulate mental energy by increasing attention span and alertness.

Galaxy Nutritional Foods(R) Launches Pre-Packaged Ready-to-Serve Ultra Smoothie(TM) Made with Tropicana(R) Juices and Veggie Milk
Ultra Smoothie(TM) Made with Tropicana(R) Juices Delivers Low-Fat, Phytonutrient & Vitamin-Rich Choice for Today's On-the-Go Consumer

Thirst-tea for Enhanced Water?
glaceau vitaminwater Continues to Lead the Way Through Determination, Perseverance and Leadership
 

More Nutraceutical News


 

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International View

  Australia:

Current Affairs - The Essential Technical & Regulatory E-News - August 2002
Provided by Robert Forbes & Associates Pty Ltd,
Sydney, Australia
The latest TGA news
and information from Australia.

The Essential Technical & Regulatory E-News - Local & International -July 2002: Provided by Robert Forbes & Associates Pty Ltd, Sydney, Australia


 

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