Participation comes from academic institutions and companies across the state
Waltham, Massachusetts, (July 22, 2009)- The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center’s Internship Challenge has received an overwhelming response since its February launch, with more than 500 applicants looking for internships this summer. Dozens of companies and research institutions from all sectors of the life sciences community have combed through hundreds of resumes, held numerous interviews, and selected interns to hire. Through the Challenge, 104 interns have been matched with 59 life sciences companies and research institutions.
Sid Martin Biotechnology Incubator is a pioneering member of The University of Florida's efforts to maximize the economic growth of the community, specializing in the incubation of life sciences companies. The incubator has as a goal the development of businesses associated with the University of Florida. The incubator provides space, equipment, and support services to drive the advancement of the commercialization of discoveries and inventions made by affiliates of the University. Progress is made by stimulating basic, applied, and translational research focused on producing jobs. 
Last month The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center celebrated it's one year anniversary. On June 16,