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The first purpose-built lab building in Center City is nearly complete and plans to welcome future tenant Legend Biotech by the summer. "There’s a lot of new investment in the neighborhood that we’re seeing in the last few years. Just filling that gap between the traditional office core in Center City and University City." Breakthrough Properties

Why did Breakthrough Properties' select Philadelphia as the global location its 225,000 square feet of life science research, development and discovery building? “We are particularly enthusiastic about the proximity to leading academic institutions in Philadelphia that are at the forefront of medical breakthroughs as we focus on advancing our sustainable pipeline of innovative cell therapies."

Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc.'s recent news of an expansion at the Navy Yard Philadelphia will create hundreds of new jobs, further solidifying Greater Philadelphia's leadership in the cell and gene therapy (CGT) sector and robust job market. Read more on the annoucement in the link below.

Win a free trip to Philly during Philly Tech Week! Enter here: https://lnkd.in/ecbYeRtE This all started at SXSW, where comedian TaTa Sherise asked attendees: What do you know about the Philly tech and startup scene? Most people hadn’t even heard about it — they know Philadelphia for things like the Eagles and the Super Bowl. Fact is though, the scene is on the rise. Philly offers big city perks at half the cost of NYC or DC, a top-ranked startup ecosystem, a long legacy of innovations, world-class universities driving R&D and a federal tech hub designation for biotech and precision medicine. And some people in Austin DID know a bit about it — iykyk, right? How can you spread the good word? Share this video and fill out the form at by April 14 — thanks to our partners at The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia and Visit Philadelphia you could win a premium package getaway to Philadelphia during Philly Tech Week. We’re talking hotel, travel vouchers and a ticket to our Builders Conference.

PhilaPort (The Port of Philadelphia) is strategically located in the Northeast of the U.S., offering unparalleled access to key markets. Within a one-day drive, you can reach more than 50% of the Canadian and U.S. population. Whether you're looking to expand your business or establish a new presence, Greater Philadelphia's prime locations provides a pathway for success.

Registration is open for the 2025 Cesium Developer Conference, June 23-25, in Philadelphia. Join us for technically oriented, community-driven tracks, including an optional pre-conference workshop day, two full days of learning and connecting with leaders and peers, and social opportunities throughout. Save your spot: https://hubs.li/Q039bZWL0

"With access to major transportation hubs like Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and the Amtrak Northeast Corridor, (the City of Philadelphia) provides direct connections to other life sciences communities such as Boston, New York and Baltimore. This connectivity, combined with an ecosystem of world-class research institutions, incubators, and venture capital interest, has attracted a growing number of life sciences companies to Philadelphia. In fact, it’s why the East Coast office of my company GxP Authority, Inc. is based here." -Lawrence Rich via Technical.ly. #GoodBizPhl

The University City Science Center is now accepting applications for the June cohort of the Capital Readiness Program! Why should health tech startups apply? We asked past participants, as well as Investors-in-Residence, to weigh in. ?? Featuring program alum: ?? Michael Leung, MS, co-founder and COO of Spect Inc. ?? Bhawanjit Brar, co-founder and CEO of Jaan Biotherapeutics ??Catherine Tadina, co-founder and CPO of Neru Health ??Maria G., co-founder and CTO of Neru Health And Investors-in-Residence: ?? Adrianna Samaniego (she/her/ella), partner at Cherryrock Capital ?? Dan Sands, managing director at Factor 7 Medical Want to learn more - and apply? ?? in comments.

From mRNA vaccines to CAR T cell therapy to groundbreaking Alzheimer's research, Penn Medicine is a hub for scientific breakthroughs. What is it that fosters this trailblazing work? A culture of collaboration, says Virginia Lee, PhD, one of the most cited researchers in the world and winner of the 2020 Breakthrough Prize. "It takes all kinds of people to get a drug going to understand a disease." Hear what else she had to say about joining forces across disciplines to promote discovery:

From groundbreaking cell discoveries to gene therapy firsts, medical history is being made here in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia's booming life sciences sector offers the resources innovative companies need: affordable lab space, world-class universities, and manufacturing excellence all within minutes.? ? Biotech pioneers are choosing PA to develop life-changing treatments, creating high-value jobs and strengthening our communities. See why the Philadelphia market is where companies come to invest in the future of health care: https://lnkd.in/esmrMtu4 ? #PAGetsItDone?