News Conference to release Public Policy Institute Study on Biopharmaceutical Job Development

BINGHAMTON, NY (07/07/2011)(readMedia)-- The Business Council of New York State, Inc. hosts a news conference to release a new study by The Public Policy Institute, the research arm of The Business Council, entitled: "New York Must Step Up Its Game: The Global Struggle for Biopharmaceutical Jobs".

WHO:

Heather Briccetti, acting president & CEO of The Business Council

Dr. Nathan Tinker, executive director, New York Biotechnology Association

Dr. Rajesh J. Dave, dean of the SUNY Upstate Medical University Clinical Campus

Senator Tom Libous, Deputy Majority Leader

Assembly Member Donna Lupardo, Chair of the Legislative Commission on Science and Technology

WHAT:

This report looks at high paying jobs emanating from biopharmaceutical clusters and the high multiplier potential that these jobs have on the economy. The report challenges public and private sector leaders to take the steps needed to expand New York's involvement in this sector. It establishes biopharmaceutical research as one of New York's best long-term growth strategies.

WHEN: Monday July 11, 2011 at 02:30PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
WHERE: Conference Room A
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Clinical Campus, 425 Robinson Street
Binghamton, New York
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