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Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Biocom California and Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation Renew Memorandum of Understanding to Advance the Greater Los Angeles Life Science Ecosystem
LOS ANGELES & SAN DIEGO & SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 21, 2025-- Biocom California, the association representing the California life science industry, and the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC), a leader in inclusive economic growth, today announced the renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening the life science ecosystem in the Greater Los Angeles region. 'Greater Los Angeles is home to a thriving life science cluster, powered by world-class research institutions and a diverse, innovation-driven economy,' said Dan Gober, Executive Director, Los Angeles of Biocom California. 'This renewed partnership with LAEDC enables us to double down on the commitment we made when we first opened our Greater LA office in 2015 to address the unique needs of the LA life science community, connect it with complementary regional hubs across Southern California, and ensure that groundbreaking discoveries made here stay and scale here.' Under the MOU, Biocom California and LAEDC will collaborate on strategic programs and initiatives to support growth and innovation in Los Angeles County's bioscience sector. Key objectives include aligning resources and networks to: Los Angeles County is a critical player in the global bioeconomy, bolstered by internationally renowned institutions such as UCLA, USC, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Caltech and City of Hope. The region is home to more than 3,966 life science establishments, providing close to 200,000 jobs and generating over $60 billion in economic output. In 2024 alone, the region secured $1.51 billion in federal funding from the NIH and NSF, underscoring its prominence as a center of scientific advancement. 'LAEDC's partnership with Biocom California reflects our shared vision for inclusive and sustainable economic growth driven by innovation,' said Stephen Cheung, president and CEO of LAEDC. 'The life sciences are essential to that vision: delivering transformative health outcomes, creating quality jobs, and strengthening our position in global markets. Together, we will continue to support and elevate this high-impact industry throughout Los Angeles County.' The MOU also outlines collaboration on signature events, joint policy and workforce initiatives, and the implementation of the LA County Bioscience Strategic Plan. Both organizations will engage public and private stakeholders, leveraging their unique assets to accelerate the life sciences sector's impact on local communities and the broader economy. About Biocom California Biocom California is the leader and advocate for California's life science sector. We work on behalf of our members to drive public policy, build an enviable network of industry leaders, create access to capital, introduce cutting-edge STEM education programs and create robust value-driven purchasing programs. Founded in 1995 in San Diego, Biocom California provides the strongest public voice to research institutions and companies that fuel the local and state-wide economy. Our goal is simple: to help our members produce novel solutions that improve the human condition. In addition to our San Diego headquarters, Biocom California operates core offices in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, with satellite offices in Sacramento, Washington, D.C. and Tokyo. Our broad membership benefits apply to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, genomics and diagnostics companies of all sizes, as well as to research universities and institutes, clinical research organizations, investors and service providers. For more information on Biocom California, please visit our website at Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and X. View source version on CONTACT: Biocom California Media Contact: Carolyn Hawley Inizio Evoke Comms (619) 849-5382 [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: HEALTH MEDICAL DEVICES GENETICS OTHER SCIENCE SCIENCE PHARMACEUTICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY SOURCE: Biocom California Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/21/2025 02:18 PM/DISC: 07/21/2025 02:18 PM
The Independent
2 days ago
- Health
- The Independent
‘Overwhelmed' house with 400 guinea pigs discovered in LA
Volunteers from Southern California Guinea Pig Rescue (SCGPR) discovered over 400 guinea pigs living in unsanitary and overcrowded conditions at a hoarder's home in South Los Angeles. The property owner was facing eviction, and the animals, believed to have been left by a previous tenant, had bred uncontrollably, far exceeding initial estimates. Many of the rescued guinea pigs were found to be sick, injured, dehydrated, or malnourished, prompting SCGPR to appeal for public assistance with adoptions, fostering, or donations for their recovery and care. SCGPR expressed concern that the guinea pig population could reach nearly 1,000 by November if breeding continues, describing the situation as dire. The rescue group is urging city officials to fully investigate the case and improve systemic response protocols, disputing an LA Animal Services lieutenant's assessment that the animals were healthy.
CNN
3 days ago
- General
- CNN
More than 400 guinea pigs rescued from Los Angeles home
Southern California Guinea Pig Rescue said a resident in southern Los Angeles was facing eviction and needed help surrendering 'approximately 200 guinea pigs.' But when volunteers arrived, they discovered the home had more than double the amount of guinea pigs they anticipated.
CNN
3 days ago
- General
- CNN
More than 400 guinea pigs rescued from Los Angeles home
Southern California Guinea Pig Rescue said a resident in southern Los Angeles was facing eviction and needed help surrendering 'approximately 200 guinea pigs.' But when volunteers arrived, they discovered the home had more than double the amount of guinea pigs they anticipated.
CBS News
3 days ago
- Politics
- CBS News
Los Angeles Mayor says it's not a problem "at all" that city continues fire season without a permanent fire chief
As Southern California's fire season reaches its midway point, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass says she isn't concerned that the city still doesn't have a permanent fire chief, five months after she fired the previous one. She made those comments on a Sunday morning appearance on CBS's "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," when Brennan asked her if she felt the city was prepared to handle another fire emergency without a permanent chief. "No, no, I don't think that [the lack of a permanent chief is] a problem at all," Bass said. "Our interim fire chief has 40 years of experience. In fact, he had just recently retired. I called him in, out of retirement, during the fires. He was doing the emergency operation center. So he stepped in, didn't miss a beat by taking over the fire department. And we are prepared. We do know that it's fire season." Bass named Ronnie Villanueva as the interim fire chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department in February after she fired former Chief Kristin Crowley in the aftermath of January's devastating Palisades and Eaton fires. The mayor cited a lack of preparation and Crowley's apparent refusal to conduct an after-action report after the Palisades Fire destroyed neighborhoods and businesses across parts of L.A. Crowley denied those claims and appealed Bass' decision, but the City Council upheld it in a vote, with many councilmembers stating that Bass had the right to fire her. Crowley chose to remain with the department as Assistant Chief of the LAFD's Operations Valley Bureau. Villanueva, on the other hand, retired in 2024 after more than 40 years with the department. He came out of his brief retirement to take the interim chief position. Bass told Brennan on Sunday morning that the city is still conducting a nationwide search for a permanent chief, and that Villanueva is welcome to apply for the job if he'd like to. "We're doing a national search, and he is certainly open to apply. But the nation's second-largest city needs to make sure that we search the nation for the best talent," she said. "And I'm sure that there will be people in the department that apply, but we want to cast the net wide." It's not yet clear if Villanueva will apply to keep the position. Bass said he is "more than capable of managing well."
