Amgen, Bayer among firms involved in life sciences Web showcase

Amgen, Bayer among firms involved in life sciences Web showcase

Amgen, Bayer, and Genentech are among the companies behind a new Web site showcasing California's life sciences industry. The site, www.chi.org, is from the California Healthcare Institute (CHI) and aims to provide a single online clearinghouse for innovators in the life sciences. The site also aims to build awareness and educate the public about how the industry contributes to the economy and public health. The site will feature information about the member companies, academic research, events, and the public policies that affect medical innovation. According to the Institute, the site is the ideal venue for fostering cooperation between companies through technology, ideas, and information. Other CHI members include Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, and Pfizer.