Programs

South Carolina’s life sciences ecosystem is fueled by the novel ideas generated by a vast array of faculty,  student, and industry researchers and inventors throughout South Carolina’s innovation engine of research universities, incubators and accelerators, R&D companies, and industries. Ultimately, it is the transfer of these advances from idea to commercial activity that is key to driving innovation and growth. 

SCbio supports start-ups and early stage companies in the Palmetto State through a mix of programs and connections.

• Regional Founders Meetings
• One page company profiles to VC’s
• Discounted membership, programs and events
• Connections to experts in FDA regulation

Ongoing research and patent activity are critically important to the long-run health of the life science industry in South Carolina.  And while the increasing numbers are already impressive, perhaps most important is that commercializing these advances and new technologies can impact all of our lives in a very personal way – extending life, enhancing quality of life, and relieving suffering