![]() | Building a BioeconomyContinuing leadership in biotechnology will drive Victoria's transformation into a forward-looking, knowledge-based bioeconomy. |
![]() | AusBiotech 2009 National Conference (www.ausbiotech2009.com.au)The Victorian Government is the host sponsor for the 2009 conference. This is the premier biotechnology conference for the Asia Pacific region. We look forward to seeing you at the Melbourne Convention Centre 27-30 October 2009. |
![]() | Victorian Biotechnology Strategic Development Plan 2007 - Year One Progress Report (PDF 1Mb)On 4 May 2009 the Victorian Government launched the Victorian BSDP Year 1 Progress Report, which highlights our achievements and tracks progress against priority actions identified in the 2007 BSDP Plan. |
![]() | Victorian Biotechnology Strategic Development Plan 2007 - Action In Partnership: Building Our Biotechnology Future (PDF 1Mb)Working together to drive growth across Victoria's biotechnology sector and ensure that the benefits of the global biotechnology revolution contribute to a healthy Victorian economy |
![]() | Victorian Biotechnology Strategic Development Plan 2004 - Progress Report (PDF 1Mb)Highlighting Victoria's capabilities and achievements: Progress against Targets; assessing Victoria's biotechnology sector; review of biotechnology achievements; measuring the economic impact of Victorian Government investments |
Biotechnology is regarded as one of the keys to Victoria's future prosperity with the potential to generate enormous economic, health and environmental benefits. The State Government supports the development and commercialisation of biotechnology research, as part of its goal to establish Victoria as one of the leaders in the new global 'knowledge economy'.
A number of goals have been set for the implementation and funding of biotechnology in Victoria.
Explains how biotechnology offers investors a dynamic base for biotechnology development and success. Includes links to snapshot of biotechnology in Victoria, biotechnology precincts, clinical research trials and case studies.
One of Victoria's greatest strengths has been the creation of a number of high profile biotechnology precincts where research and education organisations can collaborate with industry.
Due to it's highly favourable environment, Victoria is the premier location for clinical trials of biomedical research in Australia.
Victoria is home to a number of success stories in biotechnology, from The Bionic Ear to breast cancer research.
A monthly publication with the aim of updating readers about biotechnology news and activities in Victoria, Australia.