North Carolina Biotechnology Center Board of Directors
Commission Details
| Board Website | Board Website |
|---|---|
| Long Name | North Carolina Biotechnology Center Board of Directors |
| Department | Independent |
| Governor Appointments | 3 |
| Total Board Positions | 34 |
| Cite Name | the authority granted in |
| Cite Number | |
| Ethics | |
| Term Length | 2 years |
| Purpose | The center is responsible for supporting biotechnology research, business and education, strengthening the state`s academic and industrial biotechnology research capabilities and working with business, government and academia to move biotechnology from research to commercialization in North Carolina. The center also fosters the state`s biotechnology industrial development, informs the public about the science, applications, issues and benefits of biotechnology, enhances teaching and workforce training capabilities of the state`s educational institutions and works to establish North Carolina as a preeminent international location for the biotechnology industry. |
Current Members
| Member Name | Term Start Date | Term End Date | Term Type | Position | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaylah Nunn Jones | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | Involved in fields of biotechnology or life sciences |
| John L. Atkins III | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Member | Involved in fields of biotechnology or life sciences |
| Marlene Louise Sanders | July 1, 2025 | June 30, 2027 | Limited | Chair | Involved in fields of biotechnology or life sciences |