内容简介：
【组织简介】 The Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MBC), founded in 1985, is a not-for-profit organization that provides services and support for the Massachusetts biotechnology industry. The MBC is committed to advancing the development of critical new science, technology and medicines that benefit people worldwide. Representing over 400 companies, academic institutions and service organizations involved in biotechnology and healthcare, the MBC works with public leaders to advance policy and promote education, while providing member programs and services.
Membership As of March 2003, total membership includes 403 companies and institutions. There are 241 Full Members who are Massachusetts-based biotechnology companies who further the understanding of living systems and use advanced technologies in the attempt to solve problems and develop products such as therapeutic drugs, diagnostic assays, agricultural and marine products and services, biochemical reagents, and the environment. There are also 162 Associate Members which include biotechnology companies located outside of Massachusetts, as well as institutions and companies that are not directly involved in commercial biotechnology but share an interest in the industry's future in the Commonwealth.
Contact Information
Massachusetts Biotechnology Council (MBC) One Cambridge Center, 9th Floor Cambridge MA 02142 tel: 617-577-8198 fax: 617-577-7860 email: info_request@massbio.org
