PA Biotechnology Center to Begin $10 Million Expansion

Biotech incubator in Bucks County secures federal grant, launches major expansion project. - October 16, 2016

Living with Hepatitis B: Hepatitis B Foundation Launches Patient Storytelling Campaign

National nonprofit creates program to help people living with hepatitis B share their stories. - October 06, 2016

Hepatitis B Foundation Launches Comprehensive New Website to Celebrate 25th Anniversary

National nonprofit’s new website offers improved user experience, simplified navigation as a trusted global authority for information about hepatitis B. - September 24, 2016

Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Congratulates Michael J. Sofia on Receiving 2016 Lasker-DeBakey Clinical Medical Research Award

Blumberg Institute professor receives celebrated scientific honor for his discovery of the cure for chronic hepatitis C infection. - September 17, 2016

PA Biotech Center Companies Showcased to Potential Investors at Second Annual "Entrepreneur Spotlight"

Baruch S. Blumberg Institute hosts Shark Tank-style event at the Pennsylvania Biotech Center, honors Barbara Schilberg, CEO of BioAdvance. - July 29, 2016

Philadelphia is "Making the Link" Between Viral Hepatitis and Liver Cancer

Hepatitis and cancer advocates urge Philadelphia city leaders to help decrease liver cancer rates by making chronic viral hepatitis testing and treatment a local priority. - June 04, 2016

Hepatology, Medicine and Policy Journal Publishes Findings from Hepatitis B Foundation "Gateway to Care" Campaign in China

Thought leaders in hepatitis B publish results of public health campaign in Haimen City, China. - May 21, 2016

Hepatitis B Foundation Marks 25th Anniversary at 2016 Crystal Ball Gala

Annual event raises nearly $125,000 for research and outreach to eliminate hepatitis B that affects more than 12 million Americans and 2 billion people worldwide. - April 21, 2016

Baruch S. Blumberg Institute and The Commonwealth Medical College to Hold Open House for Master of Biomedical Science Degree Program

Students can learn more about the life sciences graduate program offered in Doylestown. - February 11, 2016

Bucks County’s First Life Sciences Graduate Degree Now Offered at The Baruch S. Blumberg Institute

Partnership with The Commonwealth Medical College establishes innovative way to deliver its Master of Biomedical Science degree at the Blumberg Institute. - January 17, 2016

Hepatitis B Foundation Leaders Help Shape National Plan to Eliminate Hepatitis B and C

Drs. Robert Gish and Chari Cohen provide expert testimony to the National Academy of Medicine in support of a national strategy to eliminate chronic viral hepatitis in the United States by 2030. - January 10, 2016

Journal of the National Cancer Institute Publishes Summary of Hepatitis B Foundation’s Liver Cancer Workshop

Leaders in liver cancer outline ways to improve early detection of hepatocellular carcinoma. - December 23, 2015

Baruch S. Blumberg Institute to Host 15th Annual Regional Biotech Conference

Conference at PA Biotech Center to focus on reducing costs of drug development. - October 03, 2015

"Entrepreneur Spotlight" Showcases PA Biotech Companies to Potential Investors

The Baruch S. Blumberg Institute hosted the Shark Tank-style event at the Pennsylvania Biotech Center, and honored founders of Delaware Crossing Investor Group. - July 25, 2015

An Estimated 65,000 Philadelphians Are Living with Chronic Hepatitis B or C, and Most Go Undiagnosed and Untreated

Too many Philadelphians are dying prematurely of liver disease linked to infection with the hepatitis B or C viruses, hepatitis advocacy groups recently told Philadelphia City Council Members as they urged the council to support efforts to improve screening and care for at-risk... - June 19, 2015

Hepatitis B Foundation to Urge Philadelphia Leaders to Make Viral Hepatitis Prevention a Local Priority

Philly City Council asked to make at-risk populations chief concern in vaccination program. - June 04, 2015

Hepatitis B Foundation Marks 50th Anniversary of HBV Discovery at Its Crystal Ball Gala

Annual event raises $110,000 for research and outreach to eliminate hepatitis B that affects more than 12 million Americans and 2 billion people worldwide. - May 07, 2015

Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Partners with University of Pennsylvania for Master of Chemical Sciences Program

Partnership will offer work experience for Penn graduate students, research support for Institute - May 03, 2015

Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Recruits World-Class Hepatitis B Scientists

"All-star" researchers intend to develop breakthrough therapies for the viral liver infection within 3 years. - March 28, 2015

Hepatitis B Foundation to Honor Dr. Eugene Schiff with Blumberg Prize

Pioneering work in hepatitis B to be recognized with the foundation’s highest scientific honor. - March 19, 2015

Hepatitis B Foundation Welcomes Two New Board Members

Pharmaceutical industry executive Wayne Yetter and engineering industry executive Craig Esterly to serve on board of national nonprofit research and disease advocacy organization - January 29, 2015

Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center Hires New Chief Operating Officer

A 20-year veteran of behavioral health and social service sectors, Lou Kassa will direct daily operations at the Biotech Center, the Hepatitis B Foundation, and the Baruch S. Blumberg Institute. - December 18, 2014

Dr. Thomas Starzl Receives Hepatitis B Foundation’s Highest Scientific Honor

Historic transplant pioneer recognized as annual Crystal Ball raises more than $100,000 for research and outreach to eliminate hepatitis B that affects 2 million Americans and 400 million worldwide. - April 26, 2014

Hepatitis B Foundation Welcomes Dr. Robert Gish as Medical Director

Renowned leader in the field of liver disease takes on new role leading advocacy and research. - February 13, 2014

The Hepatitis B Foundation’s Baruch S. Blumberg Institute Hosts the 13th Annual Regional Biotech Conference

Company leaders gathered at the PA Biotechnology Center to discuss ways to get products to market faster, saving valuable time and money during the process. - November 20, 2013

Hepatitis B Foundation’s Research Institute Renamed for Co-Founder and Nobel Prize Winner Dr. Baruch S. Blumberg

Doylestown research institute changes name to honor Nobel Prize winner. - October 09, 2013

Hepatitis B Foundation Adds Dr. Walter Tsou and Deborah L. Faust to Board of Directors

National Nonprofit Dedicated to Finding a Cure for Hepatitis B Welcomes Former Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Walter Tsou and Pharmaceutical Industry Executive Deborah L. Faust to Board. - September 26, 2013

Joan Block of the Hepatitis B Foundation Honored by Viral Hepatitis Action Coalition of the Centers for Disease Control Foundation

Bucks County executive honored for national advocacy on behalf of healthcare workers and medical students fighting against discrimination. - August 10, 2013

HepB Fndn Honors Dr. Purcell Fmr Ch. of Hepatitis Viruses Sec. at NIH; Most Successful Gala to Date

National Nonprofit Raises More Than $100,000 to Support its Global Hepatitis B Research, Outreach & Patient Advocacy - June 01, 2013

Hepatitis B Foundation to Host Annual Crystal Ball Fundraiser on May 3, 2013

National Nonprofit Dedicated to Curing Hepatitis B Honors Former Chief of Hepatitis Viruses Section, NIAID of the National Institutes of Health – Dr. Robert Purcell - March 27, 2013

Pennsylvania Biotechnology Center Responsible for 573 Jobs and $579 Million

Economic Impact Study Reveals Huge Benefits for the Community of Bucks County and Pennsylvania - March 10, 2013

Hepatitis B Foundation Receives $125,000 Grant from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

National Nonprofit Selected by CDC for Leadership of Hep B United Philadelphia Campaign - December 06, 2012

Chari Cohen Promoted to Hepatitis B Foundation Director of Public Health and Recipient of Bucks County Forty Under 40 Award

Hepatitis B Foundation Promotes Accomplished Staff Member and Celebrates Her Community Leadership Award Honor. - November 18, 2012

Hepatitis B Foundation and Institute for Hepatitis and Virus Research Host Biotech Success-Themed Regional Biotech Conference

Philadelphia-area Entrepreneurs Share Biotech Success Stories During the Worst of Economic Times at Regional Industry Conference - November 08, 2012

Hepatitis B Foundation Adds Dr. Ford-Hutchinson to Board of Directors

National Nonprofit Dedicated to Finding a Cure for Hepatitis B Welcomes Former Merck & Co. Executive Anthony W. Ford-Hutchinsonto Board. - September 28, 2012

Institute for Hepatitis and Virus Research Receives Significant State Grant for Two-Year Research Project Focusing on New Liver Cancer Treatment

Institute for Hepatitis and Virus Research Receives Significant State Grant for Two-Year Research Project Focusing on New Liver Cancer Treatment - September 16, 2012

Hepatitis B Foundation Honors U.S. Assistant Secretary for Health Dr. Howard Koh and Breaks Fundraising Record at Crystal Ball

Philadelphia-area Nonprofit Raises More Than $102,000 to Support its Global Hepatitis B Research, Outreach & Patient Advocacy - May 31, 2012

Hep B United Philadelphia and Hepatitis B Foundation Announce Grand Prize Winner of “B A Hero” PSA Video Contest

Distinguished Panel of Judges Identify Finalist in PSA Video Contest to Help Save Lives and Stop Hepatitis B - May 13, 2012

Book “Einstein’s Table” Tells Story of Hepatitis B

“Einstein’s Table: The Search to Find a Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B,” by Kimberly Jungkind, Raises Awareness and Chronicles Hepatitis B Foundation’s Inspirational Story - May 03, 2012

Hepatitis B Foundation Hosts Crystal Ball on April 27, 2012 Honoring Dr. Howard Koh

Nonprofit Dedicated to Eliminating Hepatitis B Honors Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services with the Baruch S. Blumberg Prize for Leadership - March 29, 2012

Hep B Free Philadelphia Launches “B A Hero” Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest in the City of Brotherly Love

Citywide and Community-Owned Education Campaign Led by the Hepatitis B Foundation Offers Photo Contest and Prizes - March 10, 2012

Hepatitis B Foundation Adds New Members to Board of Directors

National Nonprofit Dedicated to Hepatitis B Approves Distinguished Leaders to Board - February 29, 2012

Hep B Free Philadelphia and Hepatitis B Foundation Launch “Where is the Hep B Hero?” Contest & Sweepstakes

Support Hep B Free Philadelphia and Find the “Hep B Hero” – Five Chances to Win - February 17, 2012

“B A Hero” PSA Video Contest Announced by Hep B Free Philadelphia and Hepatitis B Foundation

Help Save Lives and Stop Hepatitis B Through a PSA Video Contest - January 26, 2012

Jim Horan Named Hepatitis B Foundation COO

James Horan has been named the Chief Operating and Financial Officer of the Hepatitis B Foundation, a world-class nonprofit research organization headquartered in Doylestown, Pa. - February 20, 2008

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