[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 162 (Thursday, December 9, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2107]
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    TARGACEPT'S GROUNDBREAKING RESEARCH WILL IMPROVE COUNTLESS LIVES

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                           HON. VIRGINIA FOXX

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 9, 2010

  Ms. FOXX. Madam Speaker, during these difficult economic times, it is 
rare to find stories of business success as strong as that of 
Targacept, a pharmaceutical firm based in Winston-Salem, North 
Carolina.
  I recently attended a Targacept event on Alzheimer's that highlighted 
the breakthrough research Targacept is doing on this debilitating 
condition. Targacept is making great strides towards helping those who 
suffer with Alzheimer's and I am confident that their work will one day 
enable senior citizens with Alzheimer's to live with independence and 
great dignity.
  It is not just groundbreaking research that makes Targacept a 
standout company. It has been named one of the top 10 best employers in 
North Carolina and was ranked in the top 30 places to work in industry 
by ``The Scientist'' magazine.
  Targacept's innovation and strong leadership have made it one of the 
finest businesses in North Carolina and I am proud that they are 
investing their considerable human capital and research prowess in 
Winston-Salem.
  As this fine company continues to grow and expand, even in the midst 
of an economic downturn, I am sure that it will continue to bring great 
jobs to the Triad and make progress towards improving the lives of 
those who suffer with chronic diseases like Alzheimer's. Targacept is a 
real asset to Winston-Salem, our state and the scientific community--
their success reflects the entrepreneurial spirit that continues to 
make our nation great.

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