"Many of these veterans have already sacrificed for their country, above
and beyond the normal call of duty," said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jim
Nicholson.

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The abstract accepted for presentation is A novel, non-invasive skin-
stripping device and method for measurement of cholesterol in skin samples,
co-authored by P. Zawydiwski, M. IMI's cardiovascular products, which are branded as
PREVU(x) Skin Sterol Test, are marketed and distributed worldwide by McNeil
Consumer Healthcare, Canada.
"Among the top 5 factors seen to create a capacity constraint for
biopharmaceutical manufacturing in 2010, is lack of availability of trained,
experienced technicians and production staff," says Eric Langer, managing
partner from BioPlan Associates.
As part of those tests , DoD reported some participants were exposed to a
drop of a chemical-warfare agent on an arm, while others had full-body
exposure in test chambers, sometimes with limited protective clothing.

Medical technologists are also referred to as clinical laboratory technologists, clinical laboratory technicians , clinical laboratory scientists, medical tecnhnicans, biomedical technicians, and medical laboratory technicians.

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Brent Norton, IMI President and CEO. Horsewood, R. For information regarding PREVU(x),
please go visit http://www. WESTBOROUGH, Mass.
An excellent learning opportunity will be provided to professionals new to
the industry by the BioProcess International Seminar Series. The information covers VA medical
and financial benefits, data about the effects of exposure to chemical warfare
agents, and telephone numbers for VA and DoD offices involved in the outreach
campaign . VA is continuing to seek addresses for additional veterans and
survivors.

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New skin sterol data to be presented at American Association for Clinical Chemistry meeting

Patterson, S.

This press release contains forward-looking statements.
Most of these "mustard gas veterans" took part in DoD tests during World
War II.

Medical technologists perform complex chemical, biological , hematological, immunologic, microscopic, and bacteriological laboratory tests on body fluids and cells .

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com) is a world leader in predictive medicine,
dedicated to developing rapid, non-invasive tests for the early detection of
life-threatening diseases.

Scientists and Business Professionals Gather to Discuss the Basic Principles of Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing

, IBC Life Sciences training
academy, in conjunction with BioProcess International(TM), will be holding 8
half-day workshops for scientists and business professionals in Boston,
Massachusetts on September 19-21, 2005.

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About IMI
IMI (http://www.S.vba.

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The company's cancer tests include
ColorectAlert (TM), LungAlert(TM) and a breast cancer test. It will offer
rapid introductions to basic principles of biopharmaceutical manufacturing, in
addition to networking with experts, who will be attending the BioProcess
International(TM) conference and exhibition.com

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(Amex: IME; TSX: IMI ) today
announced that a scientific abstract featuring PREVU(x) LT Skin Sterol Test,
the lab-processed format of the company's non-invasive test for cardiovascular
disease risk assessment, has been accepted for presentation at the American
Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC) Annual Meeting, July 24 - 28, in
Orlando, Florida. Dudek
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Company routinely obtains patents for its products and technology, the
protection offered by the Company's patents and patent applications may be
challenged, invalidated or circumvented by our competitors and there can be no
guarantee of our ability to obtain or maintain patent protection for our
products or product candidates . WASHINGTON, The Department of Veterans Affairs
(VA) today announced a national outreach campaign to locate veterans who were
exposed to mustard gas or the chemical weapon Lewisite during their service .

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"This is the first time data on PREVU(x) LT will be presented in such a
forum , which significantly enhances the credibility of this new test format,"
said Dr.IBCLifeSciences."
Most of these veterans participated in chemical testing programs during
World War II.

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"This was the most important reason for the
biotherapeutic developers, cited by 39% of respondents in a recent survey with
biopharmaceutical manufacturers and suppliers, and the second most important
reason for the CMOs, cited by 43%," he says.com/3124

IBC Life Sciences
IBC Life Sciences is an independent organizer that is in business to
provide an unbiased forum for the evaluation of current research, market
trends, technological developments and applications.

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Its members develop
and perform tests conducted in hospital laboratories, clinics, medical centers
and other health care settings.
Investors should consult the Company's quarterly and annual filings with
the Canadian and U. securities commissions for additional information on
risks and uncertainties relating to the forward-looking statements. Investors
are cautioned not to rely on these forward-looking statements .
* Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing: basic skills needed in the design and
operation of manufacturing processes, including upstream, downstream
and analysis.
* Regulatory and Safety Concerns of Raw Materials Used in Cell Culture
Manufacturing: how to incorporate the requirements into the selection
and what are the specific directives that are important for regulatory
compliance. "At VA, we will ensure they receive the benefits and care they
have earned.

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The AACC
provides leadership in advancing the practice and profession of clinical
laboratory medicine and its role in improving health care.
According to Stephen C.
* Design and Validation of Downstream Unit Operations: introduction to
regulatory guidelines , current industrial practices and examples from
industrial case studies.
* Federal Funding Opportunities for Biodefense Vaccines and Therapeutics:
introduction to the rapidly growing and evolving opportunities for

companies interested in working with government to meet public health
needs. The tests were designed to evaluate clothing, ointments and equipment
that would protect American troops from mustard agent attacks.

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imimedical. IMI is
providing this information as of the date of this press release and does not
undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements contained in
this press release as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
VA launched an awareness campaign in 1993 about benefits for veterans
exposed to chemical warfare materials.

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TORONTO, May 24 - Predictive medicine company
IMI International Medical Innovations Inc. They were exposed to mustard agents, which includes sulfur
mustard and nitrogen mustard, and Lewisite, which is a blister-producing
chemical that contains organic arsenic .

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Evelegh, M.

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"This event will foster
additional awareness and discussion of the value and potential of our skin
sterol technology.
* Development of a Production Cell Line and the Upstream Process: what to
do and when to do it from early process development through full-scale
manufacturing .

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* Technology Transfer: how companies with different structures develop
tech transfer teams and tips on the implementation of a successful
technology transfer plan.

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These statements
involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties , which could cause the
Company's actual results to differ materially from those in the
forward -looking statements.

For complete information and updates on the program, visit:
BioProcess International(TM) Seminar Series
http://www.
VA invites veterans to file disability compensation claims for any
condition related to service, including exposure to mustard agents and
Lewisite.
Veterans or their survivors with questions about these benefits should
contact VA at 1-800-749-8387 or visit VA's benefits Web site at
http://www.

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The AACC is an international scientific/medical society of clinical
laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists and others involved
with clinical laboratory medicine, science and related disciplines. IMI's head office
is located in Toronto, and its research and product development facility is at
McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. Taylor, in an article for BioProcess International
magazine, lack of qualified people is one of the threats which could hold back
the growth of biomanufacturing. "It is important to ensure that a sufficient
and ongoing flow of qualified scientists and technologists want to work in
biomanufacturing," says Dr.

Renowned instructors will be sharing with attendees their knowledge on
these seminar options:
* Scale-up of Biological Processes: issues found during scale-up and
guidelines to be followed.

VA Reaches Out to Veterans Exposed to Mustard Agents

This new effort includes direct
mailings to veterans newly identified by the Department of Defense (DoD).

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PREVU. Such risks and uncertainties include, among
others, the lack of operating profit and availability of funds and resources
to pursue R+D projects, the successful and timely completion of clinical
studies, the successful development or marketing of the Company's products ,
reliance on third-party manufacturers, the competitiveness of the Company's
products if successfully commercialized, the ability of the Company to take
advantage of business opportunities, uncertainties related to the regulatory
process, and general changes in economic conditions.
* CMOs: Select , Contract and Maintain Relationships: valuable tools for
small companies planning manufacturing partnerships for the first time.
According to DoD, approximately 4,500 service members were exposed to these
agents.

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Taylor. IBC Life Sciences is part
of IBC USA Conferences, Inc.
VA is mailing information to the veterans and survivors within the first
group of participants identified by DoD.

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Contact:
Analigia Martins
IBC Life Sciences
(508) 614-1235
amartins@ibcusa.