NCBiotech's Influence Reaches Across NC And The US

By Art Pappas, Pappas Capital

In the 1980s, North Carolina emerged as a hub for biotechnology, largely due to the establishment of the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech). A state-supported, accelerator-style entity, NCBiotech has played a crucial role in nurturing the state's life sciences landscape. By providing essential resources such as grants, loans, guidance, and mentoring, NCBiotech has supported over 830 life sciences companies, from startups to established pharmaceutical giants. Its collaborative initiatives promote economic development. Today, NCBiotech is celebrated for fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, solidifying North Carolina's reputation as a leading life sciences hub. Learn more about the company-building resources NCBiotech offers entrepreneurs, how the center is driving significant economic growth in the state, and more.