sector overview:
life sciences manufacturing
Building the Future of Global Health
Delivering life-saving therapies through unmatched manufacturing excellence.
built to scale
Turning Innovation Into Impact
Indiana’s life sciences manufacturing ecosystem is a nationally recognized hub of innovation, production, and collaboration. Home to global industry leaders, vibrant CDMOs and medical device manufacturers, world-class research institutions, and ecosystem partners like BioCrossroads, the state boasts one of the largest concentrations of life sciences jobs in the U.S., and fosters a strong pipeline of talent and research commercialization.
Centrally located. Globally connected.
Backed by a strong foundation in research, logistics, and workforce development initiatives, Indiana provides a secure and scalable infrastructure, top-tier talent, and regulatory expertise necessary to accelerate innovation and meet growing global demand.
- The only state to manufacture all three COVID-19 vaccines
- Long and rich history of traditional and advanced manufacturing
Rapid development of manufacturing hubs: LEAP Innovation District and Fishers Life Science & Innovation Park
innovation infrastructure
The Institutions Powering Indiana’s Manufacturing Momentum
Partners in Life Sciences Manufacturing
Indiana’s manufacturing leadership is rooted in the strength of its corporate anchors, talent-rich universities, and globally connected infrastructure. Together, these assets form a robust ecosystem for companies ready to scale production, expand R&D, and grow their workforce.
Academic Partners and Workforce Pipeline Initiatives
The state offers world-class R1 universities, including Purdue University and Indiana University, which contribute cutting-edge expertise in nuclear medicine and biomedical engineering.
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Partner with Indiana’s Manufacturing Leaders
Indiana welcomes new collaborators ready to advance life sciences manufacturing through R&D, workforce development, and strategic investment. Whether you’re scaling production, training talent, or exploring new markets, Indiana is the place to build.
Manufacturing Expansion
Site selection support, industrial park incentives
Workforce Innovation
Partner with universities and community colleges on job-ready training programs
Collaborative R&D
Join public-private research hubs and commercialization accelerators
Incentives & Grants
Learn more about available state, regional, and federal funding
Connect with BioCrossroads
Whether you’re ready to invest, partner, or explore possibilities, we can help make the connections.
