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Tengion

www.tengion.com

 
Tengion is a Norristown, PA-based company in the Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Biotech sector.
  • Number of Employees: 25-100
  • Annual Revenue: $10-50 Million
  • www.tengion.com
  • 2900 Potshop Ln
    Norristown, PA USA 19403
  • Phone: 610.292.8364

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