How To Become a 'Biotech Hotbed'

19 June 2002 - 9:00am

Cities and states compete for biotech industries.

"Hawaii, Michigan, Texas, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Florida, and Missouri are just a few of the 41 states with active plans to develop bioscience clusters, according to Battelle Memorial Institute and the State Science & Technology Institute. Challengers to Boston and San Diego are emerging. Yet up and coming regions will need at least four crucial ingredients: local universities with strong science curricula, venture capital, networking, and patience."

Source: Business Week, June 13, 2002
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