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Medica uses its proprietary knowledge of ion-selective electrodes and analytical microchemistry to manufacture a line of blood-testing analyzers. The company is engaged in the development of new technology that it will use to base future analyzers with the same characteristics. Its growth is a result of strategic focus on the worldwide need to lower health care costs. Medica is located in Bedford, Mass.

Ocular Therapeutix, located in Bedford, MA, is focused on transforming the treatment of retinal diseases, which significantly impact millions of Americans and often lead to blindness. Their ongoing clinical innovations, including the investigational therapy AXPAXLI (OTX-TKI), aim to reduce the treatment burden associated with retinal conditions like wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration. With a team that boasts extensive expertise and a strong track record in retinal disease management, Ocular Therapeutix aspires to improve long-term outcomes for patients by minimizing the need for frequent treatments. Their pipeline reflects a commitment to redefining patient care through advanced therapies and clinical trials. Generated from the website

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is a global biotechnology company engaged in the discovery and development of breakthrough small molecule drugs for serious diseases. The company commercializes its products independently and in collaboration with major pharmaceutical companies. Vertex s product line includes drugs for viral diseases, inflammation, autoimmune diseases and cancer. Vertex is developing treatments for cancer, HIV and AIDS and pain through collaborations with some of the leading pharmaceutical companies. The company has collaborations with Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics, GlaxoSmithKline, Kissei Pharmaceutical, Merck & Co., Mitsubishi Pharma Corporation and Novartis Pharma. Vertex co-promotes the HIV and AIDS protease inhibitor, Lexiva, with GlaxoSmithKline. Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is located in Cambridge, Mass.