Materials Database to Aid Development of Cardiovascular Medical Devices (Newswise)
To develop new devices more efficiently, the new Materials for Medical Devices Database: Cardiovascular Module provides researchers and designers with a comprehensive and authoritative source of mechanical, physical, biological response and drug compatibility properties for the materials and coatings used in cardiovascular applications.

As drug makers shoot for blockbuster drugs, FDA approvals drop (International Herald Tribune)
Drug makers are spending more on research and developing fewer drugs, the U.S. government reported last month.