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Biotech / Medical : XOMA. Bull or Bear? -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: aknahow who wrote (6569)	6/24/1998 4:57:00 AM
From: Tharos	Respond to of 17367

I think they should have told us and we are not blowing it out of proportion. On the more reassuring note, read info from this link. It is interesting and maybe just a little bit enlightening that they picked Dr. Scannon as the speaker. Wouldn't it be nice if Dr. Scannon found the time to share this info with us? ncpdg.org

To: aknahow who wrote (6569)	6/24/1998 5:12:00 AM
From: Tharos	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 17367

Found this link an interesting retrospect ama-assn.org

To: aknahow who wrote (6569)	6/24/1998 7:20:00 AM
From: Robert K.	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 17367

The orphan designation does not mean that much to me. Yes its good PR, yes it turns some heads, yes there is some money involved. What I do find VERY interesting is this fact: According to FDA rules I think a company may apply for orphan drug designation at any time BEFORE new drug application (NDA), and the 7 years exclusivity applies from that date. That being the case (if it is), I find it EXTREMELY interesting that xoma waited UNTIL just recently to apply for orphan status. Kind of like really late in the game to maximize the 7 year exclusivity rule, but PRIOR to sept. HINT HINT. IMO they are being VERY smart about this. Also, I vote you folks are blowing this disclosure stuff out of proportion. IMO the company must keep some things to itself ,for certain periods, for the betterment of all. I bet there is A LOT we dont have a clue about, but I also feel we are in good hands. All IMO. Lastly. Take a giant stop back 1 year, 2 years, etc. Are we in a better position now or a worse position. Look at all the facts. All discaimers always apply to all my notes.