Michigan to Host Life Sciences
Corridor Conference

Michigan is very serious about increasing its role in the life science sector in the future. With the establishment of its new Life Sciences Corridor and other related initiatives, Michigan is making some in-roads in the life science area as it increases its research and commercial presence in the industry.

Michigan officials will host the state's second annual Life Sciences Corridor Conference on April 8th. Go here to learn more about the conference.

In Michigan Governor Granholm's recent budget presentation, she proposed creating a $20 million Technology Tri-Corridor fund focusing on the life sciences, emerging automotive technologies and homeland security. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, which has been a driving force behind the Michigan Life Sciences Corridor, will assist the Governor in implementing the Technology Tri-Corridor plan.

Go here to read more about the state's technology plans, including the upcoming Life Sciences Conference.