SCIENTIFIC Central Oregon’s bioscience sector is a rapidly-expanding pillar of the regional economy, producing everything from titanium implants to cutting-edge drug research. The industry has sustained double- digit year-over-year employment growth for nearly a decade, driven by innovation, advanced manufacturing and a strong pipeline of technical talent. The region has become a magnet for world-class scientific and engineering professionals, helping local companies compete globally in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, and contract development and manufacturing. At the center of this growth is Lonza, a Swiss-based pharmaceutical and biologics company and the region’s largest bioscience employer. Originally founded as Bend Research, Lonza has completed several major expansions in Central Oregon, reinforcing its role as one of the state’s most significant players in drug development and delivery technologies.
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