Amy Nordrum

Science Writer

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Amy Nordrum is a science writer at International Business Times. In the past, her work has been featured by Scientific American, Smithsonian Magazine, IEEE Spectrum and The Atlantic. Amy holds a master's degree from the Science, Health and Environmental Reporting Program at New York University.

JP Morgan Healthcare Conference: Biotech Industry Descends On San Francisco For Major Investor Gathering

Workers from 300 companies will forge the agreements to propel the lucrative industry at next week’s JP Morgan Healthcare Conference.

Chipotle Receives Subpoena For Criminal Investigation Related To Norovirus Outbreak

The popular burrito chain has seen decreased sales in the wake of several recent foodborne illness outbreaks.

Valeant Names Interim CEO As Pearson Remains Sick With Pneumonia

CEO Michael Pearson remains hospitalized with pneumonia.

Mark Cuban Funding Research On Whether Human Growth Hormone Can Help Athletes Recover From ACL Injuries

Can HGH hasten the recovery of athletes following an injury or surgery? Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is funding a study to find out.

Smith & Wesson Raises Sales Forecast Citing Strong Demand For Guns

The firearms manufacturer said retailers are selling guns faster than the company had planned — buoying its revenue and stock price.

Growing Companies Driving Demand For Office Space Rentals

In 2015, U.S. companies reserved 42.4 million square feet of extra office space, up from 31.4 million the year before.

BioMarin’s Big Bet: FDA Weighs Approval Of Potential Blockbuster First Drug For Fatal Muscular Disorder

Caregivers' call for approval of BioMarin's new treatment for a rare muscular disorder could sway federal regulators.

Peyton Manning Doping Allegations: What Is Human Growth Hormone?

Human growth hormone, which generates more than $1.4 billion in U.S. sales each year and is allegedly linked to NFL quarterback Peyton Manning, is banned for all but a few uses in the U.S.

DuPont Cutting 1,700 Jobs In Delaware Ahead Of Dow Merger

The chemical giant said Tuesday that the layoffs are part of its plan to pare operations before a planned merger with Dow Chemical.

Home Prices In Major US Cities Are Back At 2007 Levels, New Report Shows

Steady growth in real estate has lifted housing prices in many cities back to their levels at the start of the Great Recession.

Chairman And Co-Founder James Moffett Departs Freeport-McMoRan Inc.

The co-founder’s departure comes just months after activist investor Carl Icahn acquired an 8.5 percent stake in the mining company.

Anti-Arab Protesters In Corsica Defy Ban In Third Day Of Demonstrations

The French island has been sharply divided since a Christmas Eve attack injured two firefighters and one police officer.

Is Football Safe? New 'Concussion' Movie Stirs Debate Over Risks For Young Athletes

Will Smith's "Concussion" brings to life the controversy over the safety of youth sports and the danger of long-term brain damage.

Medicaid Expansion: Republican State And Federal Leaders Split Over Affordable Care Act

Many Republican governors accept federal funds to expand their health insurance programs.

Investing Like Buffett: US Sales Of Car Dealerships Surged In 2015, Report Says

Purchases of car dealerships rose by 40 percent in 2015, according to a report. Seasoned dealers see it as a good time to exit the market.

Uber vs. Lyft: Ride-Hailing Services Square Off In New Fundraising Rounds

The ride-hailing industry wants to pull in a lot more cash from investors in the coming year.

Top Pharma And Biotech Trends: What To Watch Out For In 2016

The pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry will face heightened pressure in 2016 over pricing from insurers and politicians.

Bill Gates Was The Biggest Insider Seller Of 2015

The Microsoft founder sold more than $1.5 billion in company stock this year, with Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin also cashing in.

Chipotle’s E. Coli Woes Continue As CDC Investigates Another Potential Outbreak

Illnesses in three more states prompt a new investigation, with the restaurant chain's stock price hitting a 52-week low Monday before a slight recovery.

FDA Proposes Ban On Tanning For Anyone Under 18

The agency says children who tan are at a far greater risk for developing melanoma later in life. Dermatologists hailed the proposal.

Pharma CEO Martin Shkreli Set To Be Replaced As CEO Of Turing Pharmaceuticals: Report

The controversial CEO, known for raising the price of a drug by 5,000 percent, has resigned, the pharmaceutical company said. Ron Tilles will step in as interim CEO.