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The BioFlorida Institute was launched in 2010 as an initiative of BioFlorida, the statewide not-for-profit bioscience industry association, which represents the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. The Institute works in partnership with BioFlorida to create programs to improve science education and support bioscience entrepreneurs and scientists throughout the state. It also provides industry-specific workforce training to help create high-paying biotechnology jobs in Florida and researches trends and developments in the state’s bioscience industry to benchmark its progress. For more information, visit www.biofloridainstitute.org.
Focus Areas & Sample Programs
Science Education:
Improve science education by developing programs that engage students and inspire them to pursue careers in the biosciences.
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Bioscience Career & Education Expositions (EXPO)
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Teacher & Student Internships
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Workshops in Partnership with Local School Districts
Workforce Development:
Retain and develop local top talent by providing industry-specific workshops and training.
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Support for Workforce Development Agency Programs
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Statewide Coordination with BANNER Center for Life Sciences
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Online Career Center
Industry Research & Information:
Serve as a central resource and clearinghouse of industry data for professionals, students, policymakers and general public.
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Florida Bioscience Education & Training Resources website
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Industry Library & Resource Center
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Company Directories
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Technical Assistance
Where We Are Today
Fundraising efforts are underway to establish operations and implement programs in each focus area of the Institute. Please contact BioFlorida headquarters at 561-653-3839 to discuss programs and tax-deductible contribution options.
Please consider a donation
to help us succeed with this important initiative!
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