Scientists and Researchers to visit local middle schools and inspire future workforce on Maine BioScience Day

PORTLAND,  Oct 31, 2016 – Bioscience Association of Maine (BAM) is organizing an event, Maine BioScience Day, to inspire young people to pursue a career in one of Maine’s numerous science-based companies.  On November 9th, scientists, researchers, and employees from Maine life science companies will be visiting 12 middle schools in Southern Maine to talk about their jobs, show students what their companies do, and raise awareness of the incredible career opportunities this sector offers to Maine students  in their proverbial back yards.  An estimated 1,750 students will participate in the event. Read full story

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