I would take it with a grain of salt and file it right next to this one...
Al:
"Our stock is trading now in the range of $2.50. At one point we were at $25, and once we get the financing behind us, we think there'll be a big pop. And partnership, we're looking for. We're in discussions now. We are looking for a partnership for marketing and, hopefully, before mid year and then the next step is going to be completion of our studies."
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