Home to 3,300 technology companies, nationally recognized medical facilities, and a top-tier research university, Austin is emerging as a best in class life sciences community. The convergence of biology and technology allows Austin to capitalize on its global reputation as a technology hub. Collaboration between universities, hospitals, businesses, and others include curriculum planning,... [read more]

Home to 3,300 technology companies, nationally recognized medical facilities, and a top-tier research university, Austin is emerging as a best in class life sciences community. The convergence of biology and technology allows Austin to capitalize on its global reputation as a technology hub. Collaboration between universities, hospitals, businesses, and others include curriculum planning, research, medical training, and support of life science initiatives.

In addition to private sector and university programs, the state of Texas has also recognized the growth potential of this industry. Since 2005, 44 percent of the companies receiving Texas Emerging Technology funding in the Central Texas region have been within the bio-technology and life sciences sector. What makes Austin a chosen community for bio-tech? What roles do the private, university, and medical institutions play in furthering this growth?

Join our panel of experts as they explore these questions and discuss their views of the future of bio-tech in Central Texas.