Providing A Guiding Hand To Entrepreneurs And Innovators

By Juliana Blum

Advancing new medical therapies and treatment options for patients requires a blend of science, innovation, and entrepreneurship. However, these elements will only converge effectively when nurtured in the right environment.

Gain insight into how the North Carolina Biotechnology Center (NCBiotech) has played a key role in advancing biotechnology. Through funding and assistance, NCBiotech has empowered life sciences companies, universities, and research organizations to bring their groundbreaking innovations to the forefront of patient care. Here, entrepreneur-in-residence, Juliana Blum, shares her personal journey with NCBiotech, highlighting the organization's pivotal role in co-founding Humacyte, a company dedicated to developing acellular tissues for various diseases.