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Karen Batra

@kbatra

Defender of animals, agriculture, science, and Nats baseball; I work to help drive BIO's mission to be a voice of science and for science.

 Washington, DC
Joined January 2009
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Join us at #bioimpact20 next week and see this panel of inspiring leaders! @DrMichelleBIO , @SenStabenow Sylvia Wulf and Jill Zullo @Cargill. Inspiring, thoughtful comments and vision to guide us to smart policy for this sector. bio.org/events/bio-impact-di… @IAmBiotech
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Really proud of our BIO CEO and the speech she gave on Tuesday night! BIO CEO Emerges as Voice for Ag Science dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag…
BIO CEO Emerges as Voice for Ag Science

BIO CEO Emerges as Voice for Ag Science

McMurry-Heath joined BIO earlier this summer, coming from Johnson and Johnson where she had served as vice president of global external innovation and global leader for regulatory sciences. She spoke...

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#Biotech companies that develop and manufacture sustainable fuels and other biobased products are mitigating harmful environmental impacts, and improving public health, says @batchelorsteph: app.nuvi.com/n/5oqul9
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In less than a month, BIO member, @Amyris, developed a hand sanitizer with a unique ingredient from renewable sugarcane called squalane which helps reduce dryness. bio.org/blogs/what-does-biot…
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We're proud to announce our new CEO Dr. Michelle McMurry-Heath. Learn more about @DrMichelleBIO in @statnews buff.ly/2Z0qRCg
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With the increased use of plastic materials for personal protective equipment, now more than ever, there is a need to make our everyday materials—like grocery bags, takeout containers, and other storage—renewable and recyclable or biodegradable. #EarthDay2020 #Earthdayathome
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Pros For Heroes COVID-19 Relief Fund gofundme.com/f/prx33v-pros-f…
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Dana O'Brien stresses the need for Congress and the White House to pass One Health strategies and modernize America’s animal biotechnology regulatory approach with everything going on with COVID-19; two policies that are long overdue. @IAmBiotech agri-pulse.com/articles/1343…

Opinion: Coronavirus outbreak stresses need for One Health and animal biotech advancement

Dana O'Brien stresses the need for Congress and the White House to pass One Health strategies and modernize America’s animal biotechnology regulatory approach with everything going on with COVID-19;...

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Take a deep breath (and thank your #farmers and food producers) — there’s enough food. buff.ly/2R3gada #agtech
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We’ve been saying this for years. Glad others are noticing. wired.com/story/future-food-…

GMOs Are an Ally in a Changing Climate

If we want to feed a growing population without fueling global warming, we need to redefine what we think of as good food.

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It’s #TakeoutTuesday! ...another kale Caesar and calamari from the fine folks at @chefgeoffs. ...and I picked up bread, milk and wine at the Chef Geoff’s pantry, my new favorite store! #supportrestaurants
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OMG Dave Matthews is singing LIVE in my living room ...from his living room! #SoDamnLucky #PayItForwardLIVE
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It’s #TakeoutThursday! Peruvian Chicken from La Granja de Oro, Adams Morgan. The green sauce is INSANE 🔥 #thegreatamericantakeout #supportrestaurants
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THIS... Biotech Science coming together! @SABBantibody #Coronavirus #biotech agri-pulse.com/articles/1335…

Can cows be used to fight coronavirus?

Bovine plasma donors genetically engineered to produce human antibodies are in the front lines of the struggle against coronavirus.

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The gestures of kindness have been amazing. Thanks to all. 🙏 @fox5dc for sharing. Support your local restaurants. #RESTAURANTRESCUEPLAN
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It’s #TakeoutTuesday ! ...Kale Caesar with calamari from @chefgeoffs. #thegreatamericantakeout #supportrestaurants
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The COVID-19 crisis is a reminder of the critical role that the United States food and ag industries play in fueling our nation and ensuring that Americans are supplied with an abundance of safe food. Learn more about the industries economic impact here at buff.ly/3dqaPWT
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When we had a couple members call and ask for guidance on how other companies are dealing with #Coronavirus challenges, our team assembled a membership toolkit and resource page in one day! Check it out: bio.org/coronavirus-business…
Vaccines & Biodefense | BIO

Vaccines & Biodefense | BIO

In the U.S., the recommended immunization series prevents approximately 33,000 deaths each year. Advancements in biotechnology have made it possible to produce vaccines that cannot transmit a virus...

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From snake oil to science: I peddled 'clean' eating, wellness — until I learned the facts usatoday.com/story/opinion/v… via @usatoday

From snake oil to science: I peddled 'clean' eating, wellness — until I learned the facts

I bought into the marketing, manipulation and misinformation about organic food vs. GMOs, and sold it to my clients. Then it all came crashing down.

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"If you can make beer from it, I can make jet fuel from it." Listen to the latest episode of #IAMBIO Podcast to hear how #biotech is leading to an alternative to flying dirty! Apple: buff.ly/2upVUKO Google: buff.ly/2Vku7Xg Spotify: buff.ly/2PlXN2l
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