Greensboro, North Carolina has a small but growing presence in the life sciences industry:
Part of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region which has made efforts to promote biotech growth. Home to companies like Targacept, HF Acquisition Corp., and Hatteras Venture Partners.
Hosts operations for several pharmaceutical companies like Takeda, Patheon, and Glenmark. Provides manufacturing and R&D facilities.
Academic institutions like University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina A&T State University supply graduates and some research.
New facilities like the Gateway Research Park aimed at biotech companies provide lab space and resources.
Location in central North Carolina provides good transportation infrastructure and access to larger metros.
The Greensboro region is trying to promote more life sciences activity.