Commentary: We’re seeing a remarkable moment in Maine’s bioscience community

Maine’s bioscience community is working overtime to raise its profile in the world of life sciences. And that is coinciding with a remarkable moment in biology, technology and medicine.

Maine boasts a unique array of scientific research and education institutions, including MDI Bio Lab, whose roots reach back a century and more. Now they are forming new alliances, creating leading-edge technologies and training a new generation of workers and leaders who will advance the cause of improving human health. Read more

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