CSL Seqirus, a global vaccine maker with a massive manufacturing plant in Holly Springs, has won a federal contract to produce a stockpile of vaccines in case of a pandemic of avian influenza, or bird flu. Under terms of the $22 million contract, awarded …
An industry consortium funded by a federal agency has chosen Allucent, a Cary-based clinical research organization, for its initial project award for a decentralized clinical trial involving the next generation of COVID-19 vaccines. The Rapid Response …
With North Carolina’s biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry continuing to expand, two college-based programs are working to stay ahead of the growth by preparing students for promising careers in the sector. The HBCU/HAIU Coalition, led by N.C. Central …
Five startup life sciences companies have emerged as regional winners of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center’s 2024 statewide Venture Challenge. The companies (listed below) are the top picks by panels of judges from each NCBiotech region outside the …
New research funded in part by the North Carolina Biotechnology Center shows that bioengineered platelets can be used to stop bleeding and enhance wound healing in animal models of trauma. Ultimately, the synthetic platelets may hold promise in human …
The “Accelerate NC Career Celebration” at the North Carolina Biotechnology Center on May 7, 2024, brought together key players in the complex ecosystem that makes North Carolina a global leader in life sciences manufacturing. Photo by SP Murray/NCBiotech …
Two bioscience companies with operations in Durham are teaming up to discover new cancer therapies. The collaboration between Boston-based Aktis Oncology and Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly and Company is aimed at developing radiopharmaceuticals for a range …
The North Carolina Biotechnology Center awarded 71 grants and loans totaling $2,757,090 to universities, bioscience companies and non-profit organizations in the third quarter of its fiscal year. The awards, made in January, February and March, will …
The $25 million Build Back Better Regional Challenge (BBBRC) grant from the US Economic Development Administration is helping North Carolina’s booming life sciences ecosystem invest in a more diverse talent pipeline, according to a new report unveiled at …
The 5th BioAgTech World Congress, produced in partnership with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, North Carolina Plant Sciences Initiative (NC PSI) at North Carolina State University, and the Research Triangle Regional Partnership, made its Raleigh, …
Morrisville-based Metabolon, a provider of metabolomics data and insights for the life sciences, has closed on a new $60 million credit facility to fund company growth and expand research and development efforts. An initial $42.5 million was funded at …
In the spirit of building a better mousetrap, medical device startup SonoVascular is developing a new technology to more effectively treat patients who have potentially life-threatening blood clots. The Chapel Hill-headquartered company has created what it …
BTEC, along with the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, recently received the Economic Development Partnership Award at North Carolina State University’s Office of Outreach and Engagement annual awards ceremony. The ceremony, which was held April 29 at …
It’s spring, 2024. A season of hope for everyone from gardeners to college applicants. And it’s also harvest time for North Carolina’s life sciences ecosystem. It’s time to kick off a year of celebration for the state’s prescient and steadfast 40-year …
Asheville, North Carolina-based FedUp Foods this week announced it is expanding its operations with a state-of-the-art beverage manufacturing facility in Wilmington. The company is the largest private-label fermented beverage manufacturer in North America …
Planning is complete for Triad BioNight, a much-anticipated celebration of bioscience growth and recognition of industry leaders in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region. The event, expected to draw over 400 attendees, will be held Thursday, June 27, from …
Duke University spinout Tune Therapeutics is rehearsing the overture of its avant-garde therapeutic platform targeting chronic Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) that could also upend many more chronic disease treatments. Tune, which is jointly based in Durham and …
The North Carolina Biotechnology Center has helped hundreds of companies achieve amazing milestones over four decades. It’s only fitting that the state’s thriving life sciences sector stop and recognize NCBiotech’s own milestone on the 40th anniversary of …
An initiative connecting military talent with job opportunities in North Carolina’s growing biopharmaceutical manufacturing industry will expand, thanks to a new federal grant. The two-year, $825,000 grant, awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s …
The 5th BioAgTech World Congress, produced with the North Carolina Plant Sciences Initiative at North Carolina State University, the North Carolina Biotechnology Center and the Research Triangle Regional Partnership, kicks off today and runs through …
