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Asian’s Godfather of Cord Blood, Professor Takahashi Tsuneo Joined the “Cryolife Cord Blood Bank” and “Hong Kong Medisun”
In May 2017, CRYOLIFE Cord Blood Bank (Hong Kong Medisun Medical Group members) formally appointed the Godfather of Cord Blood in Asia, Japanese regenerative medicine expert Professor Takahashi Tsuneo as the Chief Scientist. Professor Takahashi will lead all the cord blood stem cell research projects. Professor Takahashi has eras of experience in the field of regenerative medicine. In the past few decades, Professor Takahashi has established the standards of the Cryo-Cord Blood in Asia and lead a new prospective in the application and development of the cord blood industry.
It is well believes that by the joining of Professor Takahashi will convey a new development stage in the field of cord blood stem cells in Hong Kong. It will bring new opportunities for the expansion of Medisun Medical Group and the Cryolife Cord Blood Bank.
Professor Takahashi Tsuneo is committed to the field of regenerative medicine for more than 40 years (mainly in the field of stem cells and cord blood bank). Currently he serves as Chief Executive Officer of Japan LIFEBANK and Chief Scientist of Hong Kong Cryolife Cord Blood Bank (Cryolife is a members of the Medisun Group). Prof. Takashi Tsuneo graduated from the Hokkaido University in Sapporo, Japan with a Ph.D. degree. He became the scientist in the Red Cross of Bethesda, Maryland. He later worked at the Research center for Arthritis, Diabetes and Kidney diseases of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. Professor Takahashi Tsuneo returned to Japan, became the Red Cross Hokkaido Blood Center’s Research Director in Sapporo. Professor Takahashi is not only a founding member of the International Cord Blood Bank Alliance (NETCORD), but also Director of the Tokyo Cord Blood Bank Cell Treatment Center at the University of Tokyo, Japan, and Director of Cellular Research and Development for research center for cell therapy in New York. Professor Takahashi is a Visiting Professor at a number of well-known institutions, including: Department of Cellular Processing, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Tokyo, Head of Hematology, Tokyo University Hospital, Head of Embryonic Stem Cell Research, Faculty of Forensic Medicine, Kyoto University, Kobe University Institute of Medicine and Pathology, and Department of Medicine, Peking University, China.
Application of Cord Blood
Cord blood is originated in the fetus, and collected at the umbilical cord ligation when separated from the residual placenta. Nearly a decade of research and discovered that umbilical cord blood contain the human hematopoietic and the hematopoietic stem cells of the immune system. It can be used for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, for the treatment of more than 80 kinds of diseases. Thus, the cord blood has become an important source of hematopoietic stem cells, especially for no directly related family members. The hematopoietic stem cells is a very important human biological for treatment of diseases.
Worldwide, cord blood has been used to treat various types of Leukemia, Aplastic Anemia, Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma, Neuroblastoma, Mucopolysaccharide disease, Thalassemia, Bone Marrow Dysplasia syndrome, Primary Immunodeficiency Disease, Chronic Granuloma and other 80 kinds of diseases.
Clinical application case
* The world’s first cord blood transplantation: In 1988, a 5-year-old French boy, suffering from Cooley’s Anemia has been treated with the cord blood transplantation and with completely recovered.
* The world’s first autologous cord blood transplantation: In 1997, a 14-month-old Brazilian girl, with autologous cord blood successfully cured Neuroblastoma.
* The world’s first double dosages of cord blood transplantation: In 2000, the Institute of Hematology of the Peking University used the world’s first double dose of cord blood transplantation for the treatment of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia with good result. Now, the patient weight of 95 kg, is having a healthy life.
* Asia’s first autologous cord blood transplantation: In 2009, Beijing Children’s Hospital, a pediatric patient using his own cord blood for the treatment of Neuroblastoma. This is the first case of autologous cord blood treatment for pediatric case. The baby is treated and being fine after the transplantation.
* China treated a youngest and light weight baby: In 2009, Shanghai Dao Pei Hospital has successfully treated a 2 months old baby only weight – 5 kg, by using the cord blood transplantation treatment for Primary Immunodeficiency Disease.
* In China, the first mother received the son’s cord blood transplantation as treatment: In 2009, Chongqing Xinqiao Hospital, a female patient suffering from an Acute Non-Lymphocytic Leukemia was treated by using her son’s umbilical cord blood, together with his husband’s bone marrow for transplantation. She was discharged from the Intensive Care Unit after one month from the transplantation. This is the first case of mother using her child’s cord blood for transplantation.
Treatment prospects
Cell therapy has been a biological way for the treatment of a number of diseases in the 21st century. At the end of May 2014, the worldwide of related clinical research on the cord blood cell therapy, registered with the United States National Institutes of Health (NIH) reached a total of 928.
CRYOLIFE Cord Blood Bank – Hong Kong’s first private cord blood bank
CRYOLIFE Cord Blood Bank is the only one in Hong Kong with the most international professional certification, and is highly recommended by gynecologist, physicians and parents. CRYOLIFE was established in 1996 to create the first private cord blood storage program in Asia. Prior to the establishment of the cord blood bank in Japan, Singapore, mainland China, Taiwan and Malaysia. Cryolife upgrades the standards in the development and research in the laboratory equipment. It is the leader in Hong Kong and Asian in the cord blood industry. CRYOLIFE has been recognized by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) since 2007 as one of the world’s first recognized AABB-approved cord blood banks, and range the first 50 in the Cord Blood Bank’s list. Continuous assessment were done in 2009, 2011, 2013 and 2015 and has successfully passed the review, and gain the AABB certification until the end of 2017. The company is the only one in Hong Kong which has obtained a 10 consecutive years’ certification in the private cord blood bank. (In February 2017) Hong Kong Medisun Medical Group acquired 51% stake in CRYOLIFE Cord Blood Bank as its controlling shareholder.)
MEDISUN MEDICAL GROUP
Headquartered in Hong Kong, Headquartered in Hong Kong, the company is committed to investing in R & D and commercialization of global regenerative medicine products, as well as professional medical investment groups in top hospitals and treatment centers.
Medisun invests extensively in regenerative medicine and stem cell patented technology, including stem cell therapy for heart failure, stem cell therapy for liver disease, kidney disease, neurological diseases, cancer, AIDS, and immune cell therapy for a variety of cancers. Medisun Medical and the US Mayo Clinic, Harvard University Stem Cell Research Institute, Johns Hopkins School of Life Science Center launched a long-term cooperation program, co-investment in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy technology. Medisun collaborates with them as the business owned holdings and holds global intellectual property rights.
The Medisun Regenerative Medical Center is located in Kowloon, Hong Kong , with 50,000 square feet of stem cell GMP production base, cancer treatment center and anti-aging center, bringing together European, Japanese, American and individual Chinese experts for rigorous professional development process by providing immune cell therapy and a variety of stem cell treatments. Medisun is also the Asian Center, a representative of the Mayo Clinic Asia service agencies. It provides Mayo remote consultation, the second diagnosis and treatment, so that Chinese patients can not enjoy the authority of the medical services. Mayo Clinic provides more than three thousand biomedical tests for the most predictable health protection for our customers’ health.
Medisun Regenerative Medicine Center (Mayo Asia Medical Service Center | Cancer Treatment Center | Anti-Aging Center)
Medisun Medical Laboratory (Hong Kong)
Source : http://www.medisun.hk/
PT. Kamadjaja Logistics
PT. Kamadjaja Logistics was recently named Frost & Sullivan’s 2017 Indonesia Domestic Warehouse Services Provider of the Year at the annual Frost & Sullivan Indonesia Excellence Awards ceremony, held at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Jakarta on 28 November 2017.
“Recognizing the importance of innovation and meeting customer needs, PT. Kamadjaja Logistics has focused on developing and improving its warehousing infrastructure and technologies. The company’s cutting edge warehousing facilities such as its successful KLOG PARK establishments have enabled customers to derive maximum value from top-notch services, allowing the company to enjoy a better relationship with customers,” said Norazah Bachok, Research Analyst for Transportation & Logistics at Frost & Sullivan.
She continued, “PT. Kamadjaja Logistics also aims for more partnerships with various regional participants to boost opportunities. An extensive product portfolio, new business chain ventures, regional partnerships, and expansion strategies allow the company to enhance its brand recognition and value in the industry.”
“We are delighted to receive the 2017 Indonesia Domestic Warehouse Services Provider of the Year award from Frost & Sullivan. This recognition is a huge encouragement to the team as we strive to provide value to our customers by delivering innovative and excellent logistics services,” said Ivy Kamadjaja, Deputy CEO of PT. Kamadjaja Logistics.
The recipients of the annual Frost & Sullivan Indonesia Excellence Awards were identified based on in-depth research conducted by Frost & Sullivan’s analysts. The award categories offered each year are carefully reviewed and evaluated to reflect the current market landscape and include new emerging trends.
The short-listed companies were then evaluated on a variety of actual market performance indicators which include revenue growth; market share and growth in market share; leadership in product innovation; marketing strategy and business development strategy.
About PT. Kamadjaja Logistics
PT. Kamadjaja Logistics is widely recognized as a pioneer in the logistics industry in Indonesia. Established five decades ago it is now the largest Indonesian company that provides integrated and modern logistics solutions. Equipped with 29 Distribution Centers spread over 16 major cities in Indonesia and covering over 355 destinations, PT. Kamadjaja Logistics has the largest nationwide logistics network in the country.
About Frost & Sullivan
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The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center Will Host Hurricane Harvey Benefit Show September 24th
Who knew a devastating hurricane in the Texas Gulf Coast would inspire so many communities across America to pitch-in and help? But that’s exactly what’s happening September 24th in Ocean Springs, Mississippi when “FRANK & LIZA” come to the Mary C. This strong community already knows the impact of a record-breaking storm. In 2005, Hurricane Katrina ravaged their own coastline. But today, it’s Houston and the Texas coast that urgently need the help.
Thanks to the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, the exhilarating musical tribute to “Frank Sinatra & Liza Minnelli” will come to Ocean Springs for one Sunday matinee benefiting the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund. The show is a rapid-paced musical journey through the classic and timeless hits of Frank Sinatra and the Broadway-like song and dance spectacle that is Liza Minnelli’s trademark.
Described as “warm, witty and sexy”, the Las Vegas show features a delightful exchange of music, humor and dazzling duets between two of the most talented artists working today – Dave Halston and Suzanne Goulet. Together, “FRANK & LIZA” will not only thrill a willing audience, they will make it easy for virtually anyone to assist in the Hurricane Harvey relief effort.
Seating is limited. Tickets are available online now for $25.
About the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund:
After receiving an overwhelming number of inquiries from citizens and companies who want to help, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and County Judge Ed Emmett have established the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund that will accept tax deductible flood relief donations for victims that have been affected by the recent floods. The fund will be housed at the Greater Houston Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity.
About the Artists:
Dave Halston comes with an impressive resume – working a multitude of theatres, casinos, special events and private parties coast to coast – and in most cases, leaving the audience stunned. As one observer described it, “Dave Halston somehow casts a spell, and they always want more.” Even Barbara Sinatra was brought to tears when Dave performed for her at an exclusive private event. She called his performance “wonderful” and noted specifically the fine job Dave did with Sinatra’s signature song “My Way”.
In addition to Mrs. Sinatra, Dave has also entertained Jeanne Martin (Mrs. Dean Martin), recording artists Michael Feinstein, Steve Tyrell and Mr. Las Vegas himself, Wayne Newton, among other notables.
Suzanne Goulet was born in Montreal, Canada and has been dancing since the age of 3. She starred in “Fantastique” at the Sheraton Bal Harbour in Miami Beach, then at the Sands Casino in Atlantic City and at the Condado Plaza in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She then joined “Hooray for Hollywood” for an international tour to Spain, Switzerland and Japan. She also choreographed and danced for a show on the “Song of America” cruise ship from RCCL. After studying voice in New York City, she won the “Smirnoff Makes You A Star” competition and began her career as a tribute artist.
In 1996, Suzanne joined “Legends in Concert” at Bally’s Grand in Atlantic City. Then she followed the show to the Imperial Palace in Las Vegas where she received rave reviews and numerous awards.
Show Details:
“FRANK & LIZA”
A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra and Liza Minnelli
2:30PM | Sunday, September 24th, 2017
TICKETS: $25
The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center of Arts and Education
1600 Government Street
Ocean Springs, Mississippi 39564
228.818.2878
Harvard University Stem Cell Institute and Hong Kong National Investment starting a strong cooperation
Hong Kong National Investment and Harvard University Stem Cell Institute have a strong cooperation.
Mr. Brock Reeve, CEO of Harvard Stem Cell Research Institute, is the Chief Investment Officer of Stem Cell and Regenerative Medisun at National Investment and Medici Medical Group.
2015-05-11 China Securities Journal
On May 8, 2015, Hong Kong Medisun Regerative Medical Center and National Investment (01227.HK) announced the appointment of Mr. Brock Reeve as the chief stem cell and regenerative medicine investment officer of the two companies.
Mr. Brock Reeve is currently the Executive Director of the Harvard University Stem Cell Institute and has graduated from Yale University and Harvard Business School. Mr. Reeve is solely responsible for the strategy and operations of the Harvard Stem Cell Institute, whose overall goal is to use stem cell biology as a tool and treatment to study and treat major degenerative diseases.
As the Chief Investor of Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine of Medisun Medical Center, Mr. Brock Reeve will organize and lead a professional investment team to actively select the latest regenerative medicine technologies in overseas markets such as Europe, the United States, and Japan and evaluate their investment value. They will also focus on and invest in the world’s leading stem cell regenerative medicine technology, and actively participate in clinical trials and product commercialization of stem cell technology invested by Medisun Medical Center in Asia.
Medisun Medical Center is the world’s most authoritative investment organization in stem cell and regenerative medicine
As the world’s most authoritative investment organization for stem cells and regenerative medicine, Medisun Medical Center has invested in stem cell treatment technologies including heart, tumor, liver, kidney, AIDS and other diseases, fully demonstrating its investment vision and courage. After working with the Mayo Medical Group in the United States, the Medisun once again joined forces with the Harvard University Stem Cell Institute.
Mr. Danny Wong is both the Chairman of the Medisun Medical Group and National Investment (01227.HK). He has devoted himself to research and investment in the field of stem cells for the past five years. The Medisun currently has more than 300 scientists , medical consultants and investment experts from all over the world. The technologies invested by the group are distributed in Europe, the United States, Japan, Hong Kong and other places, and clinical trials are carried out simultaneously.
China’s first participation in international multi-center global synchronized clinical trials
Medisun Medical Group is committed to bringing the world’s leading stem cell and regenerative medicine technologies to China. The investment in the C-cure stem cell therapy for ischemic heart failure technology, which was invented by Mayo Medical Group, has been clinically tested in Europe and the United States. It will carry out clinical trials in China’s well-known cardiovascular hospitals such as Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Fuwai Cardiovascular Hospital and Shanghai Oriental Hospital with the support of international multi-center policy, giving Chinese hospitals the opportunity to participate in the world’s most advanced stem cell technology clinic. The Medisun also actively promote the commercialization of technology worldwide in the future. Before C-Cure’s great technology and revolutionary products for heart disease were officially launched, Medisun has launched a series of cell regeneration factor products to treat a number of diseases, and the product has entered the market.
Liang Zhen ying visits Harvard University Stem Cell Research Institute and Mr. Brock Reeve to discuss the promotion of stem cell and the development of regenerative medicine industry
Under the general environment of Hong Kong’s adjustment of the whole industry, one of the important measures is to develop the stem cell and regenerative medicine industries. Looking at the huge investment in the stem cell and regeneration field of the Medisun Medical Group, it is revealed that it will inevitably set off a disruptive business model in the market.
The Hong Kong government attaches great importance to the development of stem cells. Following the cooperation with the Caroline Medical School in Sweden, Liang Zhen ying visited the Harvard University Stem Cell Research Institute on May 5 and exchanged views with its Executive Director Brock Reeve to promote the development of the stem cell industry in Hong Kong. This will undoubtedly inject a strong shot into the cooperation between Harvard University and Hong Kong in the field of regenerative medicine. It will promote the promotion of Harvard stem cells in regenerative medicine research and technology in Hong Kong and Asia.
It can be seen that Medisun Medical Group has appointed Mr. Brock Reeve take the helm of the stem cell and regenerative medicine to investment. National Investment (01227.HK), which holds a 30% stake in Medisun Medical Group, is investing in regenerative medicine and the field of stem cells. Mr. Brock Reeve will lead the Medisun Medical Group to become a professional stem cell investment team with global leadership.
The value of the stem cell and regenerative medicine industry under the capital market in China and Hong Kong is immeasurable.
With the upcoming clinical management of stem cells, the development of China’s stem cell and regenerative medicine industry will be unstoppable. Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect and the upcoming Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect have apparently injected huge sums of money into Hong Kong stocks. The stocks of companies related to the stem cell industry have risen very well, but they are far from satisfactory and far from the technology held by Medisun Medical Center. National Investment (01227.HK), as a shareholder of Medisun Medical Group, is full of confidence in the development of the Group.
Medisun Investment Holdings’ Cardio Biotech plans to enter the US capital market.
Medisun Investment Holdings’ C-cure Stem Cell Therapy for Ischemic Heart Failure has exceeded the number of patients enrolled by the European Food and Drug Administration (EMA) in the Phase III clinical trial in Europe and has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Enter the third phase of clinical. Cardio, the investment holding company of Medisun, also successfully obtained a new round of financing of 32 million euros in February this year. Its financing quota was oversubscribed and snapped up by European and American institutional investors. Cardio is planning to be listed on the NASDAQ in the United States from the end of May to the beginning of June this year (listed in Belgium and France in 2013), and the large-scale financing plan of Cardio further indicates that the spring of stem cells has really come.
After many years of favor and investment in the field of stem cells and regenerative medicine, and the huge capital investment plan, the Medisun’ next step will be the focus of the market. The capital market’s confidence in its shareholder, National Investment (01227.HK), is already evident in the expectation of its future development.According to analysts, Medisun has planned to launch an overall listing financing plan in Hong Kong in the near future. We believe that Medisun, as a recognized leader in the global stem cell and regenerative medicine field, will surely launch an incredible wave of development in this field.
The News Picture:
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Mr. Brock Reeve is both the chairman of Medisun medical group and National Investment (01227.HK) and a close friend of Mr. Danny Wong during his stay in the United States.They share the same confidence and enthusiasm for stem cell and regenerative medicine.
P2:
Hong Kong Chief Executive Liang Zhen ying visited the Harvard University Stem Cell Institute and exchanged views with the Executive Director, Mr. Brock Reeve, on the development of the stem cell and regenerative medicine industries.
Source: http://www.medisun.hk/
Brock Reeve is the younger brother of the famous American actor Christopher Reeve. Christopher Reeve (September 25, 1952 – October 10, 2004), a New Yorker, famous movie actor, film director, writer, was play in Superman (Kal-El/Clark Kent). He graduated from Cornell University in 1974 with a Bachelor of Arts degree and then entered the Juilliard School in New York. He is also a good friend with another famous actor Robin Williams. In 1978, he starred in the sci-fi film “Superman” for the first time and became a hit. In 1995, an accident occurred during an equestrian competition. The spine was seriously injured and his body was paralyzed. Since then, he has devoted himself to social welfare undertakings and to promote stem cell research. He often holds tour lectures. On October 9, 2004, he died for the myocardial infarction at the age of 52.
