Life Sciences

The Right Environment is Everything

Florida is at the forefront of the life sciences industry. It has the fifth-largest biotech R&D industry, the second-largest device manufacturing industry, as well as the second-largest pharmaceuticals manufacturing industry.  The region supports at least 40 companies in health sciences, bioengineering, and medical research.

In sum, Sarasota County has the right environment and a qualified workforce to attract the nation’s best. Located on Florida’s west coast, Sarasota County offers access to all these state benefits and then some.

  • Quality of Life – Sarasota County is frankly, a beautiful place to live. There’s a reason people call it paradise. Sarasota’s warm climate, beaches, and cultural amenities make it an attractive destination for top-tier talent.
  • Rearch Hub - Sarasota region is close to universities and research centers like the Roskamp Institute (focused on neurological research), Mote Marine Laboratory (marine biomedical research), and nearby universities like USF Sarasota-Manatee.
  • Transportation Hub – Sarasota County has five commercial airports within two hours. We’re also just 25 miles from one of the largest and fastest-growing deepwater ports, SeaPort Manatee.

Key Life Sciences Sectors

Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Nutraceuticals and Health Products Manufacturing

Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Medical Devices and Equipment

Health IT, Diagnostics and Simulation

Marine Technologies

Sarasota County-based Companies

ASO
SMP
Enzy
SMH

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