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Southern Research announces plans for new biotech building
Birmingham, Ala. (Nov. 17, 2021) — Southern Research announced plans today for a new facility on its Birmingham campus that will allow it to hire more than 100 new scientists […]
Southern Research sells Maryland site, paves way for new jobs in Birmingham
Southern Research has completed the sale of its Maryland facility to Tonix Pharmaceuticals. The sale of the property in Frederick, Md., will allow Southern Research to invest nearly $20 million […]
Wall Street Journal: GeoVax Labs Shares Rise 12% After Licensing Deal for Cancer Treatment
By Chris Wack GeoVax Labs Inc. shares were up 12% to $4.68 after the company said it entered into an assignment and license agreement with PNP Therapeutics Inc., granting GeoVax […]
Birmingham Business Journal: Josh Carpenter looks to boost IP and job growth at Southern Research
A familiar name took over as president and CEO of Southern Research earlier this year. Josh Carpenter, the former director of innovation and economic opportunity for the city of Birmingham, […]
Southern Research employee honored by national LGBTQ+ science organization
A national organization devoted to LGBTQ+ individuals in scientific or technical careers is honoring a longtime Southern Research employee with a new scholarship specifically geared to individuals in biosciences. LaVinia […]