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The Life Sciences/Biotechnoloy sector in Newfoundland and Labrador has special expertise in two areas: marine biotechnology and human genomics. There are abundant natural resourses in fisheries, aquaculture and marine organisms and a large-standing expertise in cold ocean environments. The origins and settlement patterns of the province's population proviide opportunities for world class studies in human genetics. Innovative research breakthroughs range from enhanced fish growth to vaccine delivery systems.

Newfoundland and Labrador biotechnology companies are involved in:
  Invest in Our Province  Biopharmaceuticals
  Invest in Our Province  Vaccine applications
  Invest in Our Province  Clinical Trials
  Invest in Our Province  Genetics and Genomics
  Invest in Our Province  Marine Biotechnology
  Invest in Our Province  Natural Health Products

The department works closely with the Newfoundland Association of Technology Industries, the provincial industry association for the Advanced Technologies, and the Atlantic Canada Bio-Industries Association.

To Find Out More
Contact Telephone Fax
Susan Mullins, Industry Development Officer 729-4208  729-3208
 

OR contact the INTRD office nearest you.

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