The Tisch Cancer Institute was founded in New York
In 2008, the Tisch Cancer Institute (TCI) was founded through the generosity of James and Merryl Tisch. James…
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Biotechnology | Diagnostics | Disease | FDA | Therapeutics
FDA approved Elelyso (taliglucerase alfa) for long-term enzyme replacement therapy to treat a form of Gaucher disease
In 2007, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Elelyso (taliglucerase alfa) for long-term enzyme replacement therapy…
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Autism Speaks was founded in New York City
On Feb. 11, 2005, Autism Speaks was founded in New York City by Bob and Suzanne Wright, grandparents…
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The CDC identified and responded to West Nile Virus in New York City
In August 1999, an outbreak of encephalitis caused by West Nile virus (WNV) was detected in New York…
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The Priestley Medal was awarded to Ronald Breslow
In 1999, the American Chemical Society awarded the Priestley Medal to Ronald Breslow ‘for his numerous contributions to…
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Feinstein Institute for Medical Research was founded
In 1995, The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research was founded. The Institute was the research branch of the…
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Johnson ﾠ&ﾠ Johnson introduced PALMAZ-SCHATZ stent, the first coronary stent, revolutionized cardiology
In 1994, Johnson ﾠ&ﾠ Johnson introduced PALMAZ-SCHATZ stent, the first tube-shaped coronary device that was inserted into arteries,…
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Diagnostics | Disease | NIH | Oncology | Therapeutics | Women's Health
Albert Einstein College becomes the only New York City medical school selected by the NIH to participate in the Women’s Health Initiative
In 1994, Albert Einstein College of Medicine becomes the only New York City medical school selected by the…
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Biotechnology | CDC | HIV | Therapeutics
A sharp increase of tuberculosis was reported by the CDC, related to HIV infection and AIDS
In 1991, a sharp increase of tuberculosis was reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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The Priestley Medal was awarded to Roald Hoffmann
In 1990, the Priestley Medal was awarded to Roald Hoffmann by the American Chemical Society “to recognize distinguished…
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The CDC reported a large outbreak of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
In 1990, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported a large outbreak of of nosocomial…
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First use of DNA evidence to convict a killer in the U.S.
In Feb. 21, 1989, George Wesley was sentenced to 38 1/2 years to life in prison for the…
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The Center for AIDS Research at Albert Einstein Cancer Center was funded by the NIH
In 1988, the Center for AIDS Research at Albert Einstein Cancer Center was funded by the National Institutes…
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Johnsonﾠ & ﾠJohnson introduced ACUVUE contact lenses
In 1987, Johnsonﾠ &ﾠ Johnson introduced ACUVU brand contact lenses, the first disposable contact lenses that can be…
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Laser is first used in corrective eye surgery
In 1987, ophthalmologist, Steven Trokel performed the first laser surgery on a patient’s eyes, and later patented the…
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Johnsonﾠ &ﾠ Johnson announced plans to build new World Headquarters in New Brunswick, New Jersey
In 1978, Johnsonﾠ & ﾠJohnson announced plans to build their new World Headquarters in New Brunswick, New Jersey….
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The original Naval Medical Center tower was designated a historical landmark
In 1977, the original Naval Medical Center tower was designated a historical landmark and entered into the Registry…
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Tufts Center for the Study of Drug Development (Tufts CSDD) was founded
In 1976, the Center for the Study of Drug Development (CSDD) at the University of Rochester in Rochester,…
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Biotechnology | Diagnostics | Disease | Forestry | Non-Profit Research | Oncology | Therapeutics | Women's Health
Albert Einstein Cancer Center researchers identified the mechanism of action of Taxol
In 1976, Albert Einstein Cancer Center researchers identified the mechanism of action of Taxol, one of the most…
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Perlmutter Cancer Center was founded and received NCI Designation status
In 1975, The Perlmutter Cancer Center was founded and received National Cancer Institute (NCI) Designation status. Its mission…
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George E. Palade was awarded Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
In 1974, George E. Palade, of the Yale University School of Medicine, was awarded the Nobel Prize for…
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The Priestley Medal was awarded to Paul J. Flory
In 1974, the Priestley Medal was awarded to Paul J. Flory by the American Chemical Society “to recognize…
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The Priestley Medal was awarded to Harold C. Urey
In 1973, the American Chemical Society announced that the Priestley Medal was awarded to Harold C. Urey “to…
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The Priestley Medal was awarded to Max Tishler
In 1970, the American Chemical Society awarded the Priestley Medal to Max Tishler ‘for his numerous contributions to…
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Biology | Diagnostics | Disease | Life Science History | Oncology | Radiology | Therapeutics | Women's Health
The Health Insurance Plan (HIP) of Greater New York Study began
In 1963, The Health Insurance Plan (HIP) of Greater New York Study began. HIP was the first randomized…
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Johnsonﾠ&ﾠJohnson acquired Janssen Pharmaceutica
In 1961, Johnsonﾠ&ﾠJohnson acquired Janssen Pharmaceutica in Belgium. Its founder, Dr. Paul Janssen, is recognized as one of…
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Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York became the first to use a ruby laser on a person to destroya retinal tumor
In 1961, Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York becomes the first to use a ruby laser on a…
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The first successful attempt at designing a totally implantable pacemaker in the US was reported
In 1960, the U.S., the first successful attempts at designing a totally implantable pacemaker were reported by Drs….
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Medtronic signed a contract that provided exclusive rights to produce and market the Chardack-Greatbatch implantable pulse generator
In 1960, Medtronic’s founders read an article about the implantable pulse generator with interest and soon contacted the…
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Johnsonﾠ & ﾠJohnson established operations in India
In 1957, Johnsonﾠ&ﾠJohnson established operations in India.
