Discover South Alabama's growing life sciences ecosystem — from world-class research institutions to emerging startups shaping the future of healthcare.
Academic institutions and research facilities
Medical school & research university with Clinical Trials Office and multiple research cores
Academic cancer center with translational research and clinical trials
New university-led biotech center focusing on infectious diseases and contract research
Marine research institute for environmental biotech and natural-product discovery
Leading pulmonary research center with 40+ faculty and $9.9M NIH grant
CROs, labs, and technical resources
BSL-2 and BSL-3 certified research laboratories
164-acre research campus with AAALAC-certified animal facilities
Biotech incubator with wet/dry lab space in Downtown Mobile
Business planning, market research, and SBIR/STTR grant assistance
Accelerator and co-working space in Downtown Mobile
State-funded 3D printing center at USA providing medical device prototyping capabilities
Premier cannabis and hemp testing facility serving Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission
Comprehensive medical testing services supporting clinical trials and healthcare providers
Cannabis testing laboratory serving medical marijuana and hemp industries
Biotech companies and industry partners
Orphan and rare disease drug developer founded by USA researchers
Regional medical center with active clinical trials program
Academic health system with 10 hospitals and research programs
Largest non-governmental health system in Alabama
Regional medical center with clinical research capabilities
Contract sterilization using environmentally-friendly chlorine dioxide gas for medical devices
Orthopedic medical device company with FDA-cleared Anchor Line Fixation System for CMC joint repair
Developer of biodegradable magnesium-based orthopedic screws eliminating need for removal surgery
Agricultural biotech company converting poultry manure into StrongSoil® bio-fertilizer
ISO 9001:2015 certified precision machining for medical device manufacturing
Leading supplier of medical grade and industrial specialty gases for healthcare and research
Locally-owned medical and specialty gas provider serving South Alabama healthcare
Global chemical manufacturer providing pharmaceutical ingredients and medical polymers
Grant programs and investment sources
State-funded venture capital for Alabama startups
Regional angel investor network
Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs programs
Statewide life sciences industry association