LIFE SCIENCES NEWS
-
2019 Jan 23
-
2018 Dec 20
-
2018 Oct 24
Life Sciences Industry
Recent investments and expansions by leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies have brought recognition to South Carolina as a top destination for the life sciences industry. With a talented and innovative workforce, top research institutions and world-class hospital systems, the Palmetto State boasts an expanding biotech infrastructure.
With such exceptional assets, a dynamic group of bulk manufacturers, chemical processors, generic and proprietary pharmaceutical developers, hygiene product producers and packagers and related research and development companies have all decided to make their home in South Carolina. As a result, the Palmetto State has cultivated a truly cutting-edge life sciences industry sector.
Why is SC Just Right for Life Sciences?
4,800
new life sciences jobs announced from 2011-2018
$11.4 billion
annual economic impact of SC's life sciences industry
400
life sciences companies currently operating in SC
Scott Pancoast, Zylö Therapeutics CEO"With the bulk of our scientists and advisors located in the Northeast corridor, we considered a variety of alternative locations, but Greenville represents a wonderful balance of small-town feel, sophistication, high growth and vibrancy."
22,000
South Carolinians employed in the life sciences sector
30%
employment growth in the life sciences industry from 2001 - 2010
$850 million
in export sales of medical instruments and pharmaceutical products in 2018