Colorectal Cancer Alliance Sponsors

Array BioPharma is a fully integrated, biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of targeted small molecule drugs to treat patients afflicted with cancer and other high-burden diseases.

Amgen is a leading human therapeutics company in the biotechnology industry. For more than 25 years, the company has tapped the power of scientific discovery and innovation to advance the practice of medicine. Amgen strives to serve patients by transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health or even save lives.

As the philanthropic arm of Anthem, Inc., the Anthem Foundation promotes the organization's commitment to enhance the health and well-being of individuals and families in the communities it serves. They believe that giving back is not only a privilege, it's a responsibility. 

The Bayer Group is a global enterprise with core competencies in the fields of health care, nutrition and high-tech materials. Bayer, a subgroup of Bayer AG with annual sales of EUR 17.2 billion (2011), is one of the world’s leading, innovative companies in the healthcare and medical products industry and is based in Leverkusen, Germany. The company combines the global activities of the Animal Health, Consumer Care, Medical Care and Pharmaceuticals divisions. Bayer’s aim is to discover, develop, manufacture and market products that will improve human and animal health worldwide.

Boston Biomedical is a leading developer of novel cancer therapeutics with the goal of significantly improving patient outcomes. As a fully integrated oncology drug research and development company, Boston Biomedical, Inc. has established a track record of accomplishments, including advancing the research and development of multiple compounds and clinical programs. The company’s range of expertise includes drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, preclinical development, pharmacology, pharmaceutical development, CMC (chemistry, manufacturing, and control), global clinical trials, regulatory affairs and commercialization. 

Boston Scientific is a leading innovator of medical solutions that improve the health of patients around the world. As a global medical technology leader for more than 30 years, Boston Scientific advances science for life by providing a broad range of high performance solutions that address unmet patient needs and reduce the cost of healthcare. For more information, visit www.bostonscientific.com.

Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to extend and enhance human life by providing the highest-quality biopharmaceutical products. They are focused on both finding innovative medicines to combat serious diseases and on getting them to patients faster and more efficiently.

Clinical Genomics is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through early detection of colorectal cancer. Clinical Genomics products span the full spectrum of colorectal cancer testing, including InSure® FIT™, a fecal immunochemical test for screening in healthy adults, to COLVERA™, a proprietary blood test identifying circulating tumor DNA in patients post-treatment for early detection of recurrence and residual disease. Clinical Genomics is committed to developing and delivering solutions that provide physicians and their patients with information to help guide earlier and better treatment decisions in cancer care management. Clinical Genomics continues to apply its proprietary innovation in molecular pathology to commercialize other diagnostic tools in other cancer types.

Epi proColon® is the First and Only FDA-approved blood test for colon cancer screening.  Epi proColon is intended for patients who can’t or won’t complete a colonoscopy or take-home stool test.  Available at national laboratory chains. www.crcbloodtest.com

Erbe is a family-owned and operated business, that develops, manufacturer and markets medical devices for professional use across a wide field of clinical applications. 

Exact Sciences is committed to playing a role in the eradication of colorectal cancer. As part of this mission, we are to introduce Cologuard, intended for the qualitative detection of colorectal neoplasia associated DNA markers and for the presence of occult hemoglobin in human stool.

Genentech BioOncology is an industry leader in researching the molecular basis of cancer with a long-standing commitment to fundamentally transforming the way cancer is treated. Genentech believes that studying the biological pathways involved in cancer development, progression and metastasis holds the key to identifying promising molecular targets. Genentech BioOncology is focused on both the basic biology of cancer and its application to therapeutics in oncology.

For more than four decades, Lilly Oncology, a division of Eli Lilly and Company, has been dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that improve the care of people living with cancer. Today, Lilly Oncology continues to place a priority on speeding innovation that will improve outcomes for individual patients facing cancer. And because no two cancer patients are alike, Lilly Oncology is committed to developing novel treatment approaches

Medtronic is a global healthcare solutions company that is committed to improving lives through our medical technologies, services, and solutions. 

Merck aspires to make a difference in the lives of people globally through our innovative medicines, vaccines, and animal health products. We are committed to being the premier, research-intensive biopharmaceutical company and are dedicated to providing leading innovations and solutions for today and the future. 

Myriad Genetics is dedicated to saving lives and improving the quality of life for patients worldwide through the discovery and commercialization of novel, transformative diagnostic products and services across major diseases.

Olympus is a global technology leader, crafting innovative optical and digital solutions in medical technologies; life sciences; industrial solutions; and cameras and audio products. Throughout our nearly 100-year history, Olympus has focused on being true to society and making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling every day. Visit www.olympusamerica.com.

Pfizer is grounded in our commitment to fund programs that provide public benefit, advance medical care and improve patient outcomes. Our belief is that all people deserve to live healthy lives. This drives our desire to provide access to medicines that are safe, effective, and affordable.

Salix is committed to being the leading U.S. specialty pharmaceutical company licensing, developing and marketing innovative products to healthcare professionals to prevent or treat gastrointestinal disorders in patients while providing rewarding opportunities for our employees and creating exceptional value for our stockholders.

The Sampson Foundation strives to create healthy communities by promoting access, awareness, research and education on healthy food choices and integrative medicine.

Taiho Oncology, Inc. works urgently to discover and develop innovative cancer treatments. As cancer evolves, we evolve with it—bringing novel technology to cornerstone chemotherapies, while at the same time optimizing new targeted agents. Advanced technology, dedicated investigators, and incomparable facilities—these vast resources empower us to redefine the way the world treats cancer.