Q2 2005 | Trade and Industry Development

Q2 2005

Trade & Industry Development Magazine

The past 10 years have seen the advent of what may have been called the technology revolution. The growing discoveries using “new” sciences such as nano- and bio- technology prove that we are only at the beginning of a technological shift. It has become apparent that the lines among the technology, bioscience and healthcare industries are becoming less and less distinct. Be sure to read our article covering the emerging integration of these markets and their similar site selection needs.
 
As always, we have also looked to the leading industry associations to give us a clear picture of what lays ahead. Thebio-industry “Outlook” showcases the latest state-by-state study of bioscience initiatives, while the technology industry “Outlook” focuses on the leading “Cyber-States” for technology. These, combined with our unique dedicated columns (“Case Study,” “Profile” and “Impact”) provide ample evidence of successful research and development regions.
 
For even more information, look to the area “Spotlights” (California, Maryland, Pennsylvania and Canada), showcasing additional initiatives designed to “strengthen companies performing cutting-edge technology.”

In this issue

Tallahassee’s Bioscience Transformation

BY: Trade & Industry Development

When Tallahassee was named the capital of Florida in 1845, the Florida peninsula was sparsely populated, lined withtowering trees, sweeping wet grasslands and graced by beautiful waters. Its early residents knew nothing about the bioscience industry, cancer-fighting drugs, or the discoveries that would later change the economic development of the area. Nor could they have imagined, more than a century later, the life-saving research of scientists from Florida State University, because their college, then named Seminary West of the Suwannee wasn’t to be established until 1851. more....