About – BioConnects New England

BioConnects New England is a multi-state coalition comprised of leadership from across the northeast.

The Biopharmaceutical Analysis Training Laboratory at Northeastern University

The Roux Institute at Northeastern University in Portland, Maine

Massachusetts Life Sciences Center

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

The I-195 Design and Innovation District in Providence, Rhode Island

Rhode Island Commerce

The University of Rhode Island

FocusMaine

BioConnects New England’s proposal was awarded Phase 1 planning funds by the Economic Development Agency.

BioConnects New England is one of 60 finalists to advance to Phase 2 out of 529 National applications.

BioConnects New England is the only Massachusetts-based finalist to advance to Phase 2 of the Build Back Better Regional Challenge.

BioConnects New England is focused on creating equity and economic growth through opportunity and existing resources. The coalition’s goal of coupling biomanufacturing facilities with the area’s well-established and internationally-known biotech sector will provide the infrastructure needed to grow the industry beyond its current footprint and provide jobs and opportunities for communities often overlooked or ignored.