Virginia Biotechnology Research Partnership Authority

Coalition Lead Applicant: Virginia Biotechnology Research Partnership Authority

Project Title: Advanced Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Cluster Growth Project

Region (applicant-defined): Richmond/Petersburg, Virginia, region

Cluster Sector(s): Bio-medical

Concept Proposal Narrative (applicant submitted) (PDF)

Project Description:
Virginia Biotechnology Research Partnership Authority leads a coalition representing entities across the Richmond/Petersburg, Virginia, region. The coalition aims to scale its existing advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing and R&D cluster by creating the “Advanced Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Cluster Growth Project.” The coalition proposes six component projects to invest in infrastructure, workforce development, and education. The construction-related projects include a pharma manufacturing demonstration facility as well as an expansion of wet lab space in Richmond, Virginia's Bio + Tech Park.

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