Learn About Iowa's BioHistory
Why is there a biotechnology industry in Iowa? Will the industry continue
to grow in Iowa? What do other states have? Each state has a unique story
that explains why a given industry has developed in a specific region and not in others.
Through Iowa BioHistory, you can learn about the scientists,
institutions, political leaders, and significant events that have shaped and are still shaping
the biotechnology, medical device and life science industries in the state of Iowa.
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BioEvolution Posters
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June is National Safety Month
National Safety Month is the NSC’s annual campaign to educate people about some of our nation’s leading causes of
preventable deaths and injuries.
The National Safety Council saves lives by preventing injuries and deaths at work, in homes and
communities, and on the roads, through leadership, research, education and advocacy.
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BioFact
(1988) - Deputy Health Minister Edwina Currie says that most of the egg production in Britain is infected with salmonella, a bacterium that can cause food poisoning. She loses her job and brings Britain's egg and poultry industry to the brink of collapse.
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Science Quote
"Science can only ascertain what is, but not what should be, and outside of its domain value judgments of all kinds remain necessary."
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Albert Einstein
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The Research Park/BioVentures Center, also known as the University of Iowa’s Oakdale Campus, is conveniently located on
Highway 965 near Interstates 80 and 380 and U.S. Highways 16 and 218. The Park is in the fast-growing
community of Coralville, about 10 minutes from the main UI campus of Iowa City, 15 minutes from commercial
airlines at the Eastern Iowa Regional Airport in Cedar Rapids and 10 minutes from charter and corporate aircraft
at the Iowa City Municipal Airport.
