Lois E. Silverman

Candela Corp. develops and manufactures lasers for aesthetic and cosmetic procedures. It offers LEDs, ballasts, fluorescents, HIDs, miniature lamps, sockets, incandescent, fixtures and induction lighting solutions. The company was founded by Horace Furumoto in 1986 and is headquartered in Wayland, MA.

IVC Industries, Inc. manufactures and distributes vitamins and nutritional supplements. Its products include vitamins, minerals, herbals, non-herbals and progressive supplement combos. The firm owns and operates manufacturing and distribution centers throughout the United States, Europe and China. The company was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA.

Alere San Diego, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets, diagnostic products. The company was founded by Kim D. Blickenstaff and Gunars E. Valkirs on June 28, 1988 and is headquartered in San Diego, CA.

Abbott Rapid Dx North America LLC develops and distributes advanced diagnostic devices. Its testing options include autoimmune disease, infectious and enteric diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, bladder cancer, and cardiac risk. The company is headquartered in Orlando, FL.

Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern teaches worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. The University offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.

Genzyme Genetics, Inc. provides laboratory testing and diagnostic services specifically for reproductive and oncology tests. It provides tests for cystic fibrosis carriers and cancers. The company is headquartered in Westborough, MA.

Part of Baxter International, Inc., Baxter A/S is a Danish company focused on corporate governance and innovation. The company is based in Allerod, Denmark. For over 85 years, they have been working to improve the quality of life-saving and life-sustaining treatments. The company's mission to save and sustain lives is evidence of their responsibility as a company. The company prioritizes product safety as an important part of their mission.