Biotechnology

What is biotechnology?
Biotechnology's applications span the health and medical, agricultural, environment and industrial sectors and is set to play a vitally important role in all our lives.
Queensland's biotechnology industry
Beautiful weather, pristine beaches, relaxed lifestyle, world-class expertise. It's a perfect climate for biotechnology businesses.
Partnerships and alliances
The Queensland Government is establishing and supporting key alliances with countries or regions that offer complementary skills and resources.
Programs and funding assistance
The Queensland Government supports innovation and research by investing in the people and facilities that drive it.
Events
There are a number of national and international biotechnology events on the calendar.
The biotechnology business development tool
A commercialisation tool for the Queensland life sciences industry (including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, complimentary medicines and medical device), intended to assist firms in progressing through each stage of a company's lifecycle.
Smart Industry Policy
The Smart Industry Policy provides a clear framework for industry growth and productivity improvement. The policy shows how the Queensland Government works with priority industry sectors to create the jobs of tomorrow.
Contact us
The Office of Biotechnology and Therapeutic Medicines and Devices is a point of contact for the public, research institutions, industry and government agencies to find out more about Queensland biotechnology.

Last updated 12 November 2009

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