Iowa researchers push for personalized cancer care
University of Iowa researchers and Immortagen co founder Kristina Thiel foresee oncologists using tumor genetic testing to tailor treatment. Immortagen, based in Coralville, plans products to preserve tumors and guide drug choice with validation tests to begin soon.
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Immortagen Aims for Personalized Cancer Therapies at UI
Immortagen, founded by Thiel and three UI researchers, prepares a line of tumor banking and genetic sequencing products at the BioVentures Center in Coralville. The company aims to hire up to 10 staff, develop precision cancer treatments, and has startup support from UI Research Foundation and UI Ventures. The Cancer in Iowa report may highlight melanoma advances and genetic-based prognostics.
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Iowa Senate legalizes fantasy sports under bill passage
The Iowa Senate approved a measure by a 32 to 16 vote to classify fantasy sports as games of skill and legalize online fantasy contests. The bill excludes high school sports and faces uncertain prospects in the Iowa House.
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Marion City Council approves tax hike to fund safety upgrades
The Marion City Council unanimously raises the levy to 13.58 per thousand starting July 1, boosting a 100000 home’s bill by 43 annually. Projects include a second fire station with nine new firefighters phased in over three years, three police officers, dispatchers, forestry, HR and public services positions, plus LIBRARY and recreation facility expansions with LOST funds.
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