It was no surprise that President Obama lifted the Bush-era restrictions on human embryonic stem cell research. He repeatedly promised to do so during last fall's campaign. It is surprising that stem-cell research opponents are still struggling to find an argument that resonates with most...
Sverre Roang follows up his look at a limited liability start-up by considering the "old standby" corporation and its two forms. It is critical to work with your legal and tax advisors when deciding which entity to use. The ultimate decision will be...
Was money spent on the automobile industry just flushed down the toilet? The U.S. automobile industry (and our economy) would have been a lot better off if Congress just let the big automobile companies declare bankruptcy in 2008 and restructure. That’s now what they probably...
Governor Doyle was chosen along with Michigan Governor Granholm to co-host President Obama's first in a series of Regional White House Forums on Health Reform. Gov. Doyle states that while many states are cutting back on health care programs, Wisconsin is moving forward and...
It's unnoticed by most people outside the industry, but the world's pharmaceutical companies have begun their own high-stakes version of a “March Madness" tournament. How these games are played can hold promise - and even a little danger - for Wisconsin's emerging biotech and drug...
It becomes obvious that the tectonic plates of the pharma industry have radically shifted when Pfizer, which is the world's largest pharma company (in global drug revenue), was surpassed last week in market value by biotech company Genentech, writes biotech expert Michael Rosen. ...
The recent downturn in the economy has had a considerable impact on working men as the industries traditionally dominated by men are reeling from the current recession. While college-educated women may be the biggest benefactors, will this lead to the disappearance of the glass ceiling?...
On March 3, 2009, the chairmen of the House and Senate Judiciary committees introduced companion bills that would reform the patent laws of the United States. A press conference was held to emphasize the importance of passing this legislation. These bills are part of the...
At this time with unemployment rates climbing and incomes being cut, it is more important now than ever that our State Legislature stand on the side of business and do what we can to create new jobs and prevent more businesses from closing their doors,...
Some surprisingly good ideas have come out of blogs posted in response to my call for Federal investment in VC funds. Clearly, there are strong opinions about whether it is a good idea or not to involve the federal government as an investor in the...