Richard Benjamin

The American Association of Blood Banks is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of transfusion medicine and cellular therapies. The non-profit company is based in Bethesda, MD and has subsidiaries in Puerto Rico. The association provides accreditation and certification programs for blood banks and transfusion services, as well as educational resources and advocacy efforts.

Point Therapeutics, Inc. develops drugs for the treatment of cancer and blood cell disorders. The company's PT-100 (talabostat) treats anemia and neutropenia (low levels of white blood cells), which can be caused by diseases or medical treatments, such as chemotherapy. The drugs stimulate production of proteins that build up the body's immune system against malignant tumors. Point Therapeutics, Inc. is located in Boston, MA.

DARA BioSciences, Inc. develops therapeutic and medical technologies and devices. It also provides treatment for metabolic diseases and central nervous system disorders . The company was founded by Steve Gorlin in July, 2002 and is headquartered in Raleigh, NC.

Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA.

American Red Cross, Inc. provides individual and family social services. It is a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. The company was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.