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Milestone event commemorates Bayer's 150th anniversary globally SHAWNEE, Kan., June 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayer HealthCare Animal Health celebrated both the 50(th )anniversary of its Shawnee, Kansas animal health campus and Bayer's 150(th )anniversary globally, by hosting a celebration luncheon for more than 450 employees, community and state political leaders and local industry partners. The event featured an internationally-diverse menu, which was also served to more than...

Bayer Cares Foundation Contributes to 150 Volunteer Projects Across the Globe During 150th Anniversary Year Research Triangle Park, NC (PRWEB) June 12, 2013 This week, Bayer CropScience announced that the Bayer Cares Foundation will support three employee volunteer projects in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park area as part of Bayer’s 150th anniversary celebration. All grants, totaling 150 worldwide, will improve lives in Bayer communities across the globe. These projects, part...

Interactive exhibition comes to Research Triangle Park, N.C. to celebrate Bayer’s 150th Anniversary RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. (PRWEB) June 11, 2013 This week, a major exhibition to mark the 150th anniversary of Bayer is at Bayer CropScience’s North American headquarters in Research Triangle Park, N.C., as part of a world tour taking the interactive show to some 30 venues in Europe, America, Asia, Africa and Australia. The mission, Bayer: Science For A Better Life, is the theme of...

-- 96.4 percent of Conceptus' shares tendered LEVERKUSEN, Germany and WAYNE, N.J., June 5, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bayer Group has successfully completed its tender offer for the outstanding shares of Conceptus, Inc., Mountain View, California (NASDAQ: CPTS). As of the expiration of the offer period last night, 31,983,536 shares were validly tendered and not withdrawn in the tender offer, representing approximately 96.4 percent of the currently outstanding shares - including...

WAYNE, N.J., June 3, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- "Bayer joins the nation in mourning the passing of Senator Frank Lautenberg," said Raymond F. Kerins, Jr., Senior Vice President of Communications, Public Affairs and Policy, Bayer Corporation. "Senator Lautenberg was a firm supporter of patient access to excellent healthcare and of intellectual property," Mr. Kerins continued. "His energy and dedication to pursuing legislation to improve the lives of people in New Jersey and...

Crop Protection Company Celebrates Opening of New Development Facilities and Laboratories at North American Headquarters Research Triangle Park, NC (PRWEB) May 13, 2013 With the expansion of its North American headquarters in Research Triangle Park, Bayer CropScience continues to develop sustainable solutions for farmers around the world as well as the for the communities where we live, work and play. The crop protection company celebrated the opening of its new Development North America...

Bayer Reintroducing DVM® Quality HealthCare Solutions to U.S. Veterinary Market Following Recent Acquisition SHAWNEE, Kan., May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayer HealthCare LLC Animal Health division expanded their product portfolio and introduced seven products to the market as the company continues the integration process following the recent acquisition of Teva Animal Health Inc. based in St. Joseph, MO. Seven DVM(®) dermatology products -- ChlorhexiDerm(®) 4% Shampoo, Free...

TARRYTOWN, N.Y., May 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayer HealthCare is pleased to announce that Carla Oliveira has been named a Rising Star by The Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA). She was honored at the annual HBA Woman of the Year luncheon in New York City on May 9. Carla is the Global Brand Leader for Contour(® )USB within Bayer's Diabetes Care Division. The honor is bestowed upon professionals who contribute significantly to their organizations, exemplify...

Bayer celebrates 150-year anniversary by honouring Canadians who have made a mark on society through science and innovation TORONTO, May 7, 2013 /CNW/ - Scientists and innovators have guided every step in Bayer's 150-year journey to becoming a global leader in healthcare, crop and material sciences. As it marks its 150(th) anniversary this year, Bayer also celebrates Canadian innovation and individuals who exemplify the curiosity and commitment to help shape a better future....

• Company plans to invest USD 17 million for state-of-the-art greenhouse as part of EUR 7 billion global research and development commitment • 40,000-square-foot facility designed for plant productivity and sustainability • Shelby County Mayor Mark Luttrell, Memphis Mayor A.C. Wharton Jr. and other local dignitaries attend groundbreaking ceremony MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE (PRWEB) April 19, 2013 Bayer CropScience recently celebrated the groundbreaking of its newest research and development...