Southern Research

Southern Research opens $98M biotech center, boosting life-saving research

Southern Research has opened a $98M biotech center, doubling lab capacity to speed breakthroughs in cancer, chronic illness, and infectious disease research.

August 13, 2025

Sen. Katie Britt celebrates $44 million investment in Birmingham

Britt celebrated a $44 million investment into the Birmingham Biotechnology Hub led by the Southern Research Institute.

January 15, 2025

Healthcare school foundation deepens medical focus with latest board appointment

In addition to expanding its board, the ASHS Foundation is in the final stages of identifying a permanent president and CEO.

January 14, 2025

Southern Research launches project offering free genetic testing

Patients across Alabama will have access to free genetic tests and clinical insights about medications and risks for certain chronic diseases.

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October 9, 2024

Southern Research awards, biotech funds, new jobs and business growth in Alabama

Southern Research received nearly $3 million via the Innovate Alabama Tax Credit to launch its Therapeutics Development Fund.

June 28, 2024

Southern Research opens new Station 41 biotech incubator for startups

The incubator provides wet lab space and office space, shared lab equipment and services to support biotech startup growth. 

January 24, 2024

Southern Research receives $3M boost for biotech jobs, innovation in Alabama

This funding is aimed at launching a biotech initiative to not only attract but also bolster existing startups in Alabama.

November 9, 2023

Birmingham to host biotechnology conference Oct. 19-21

The conference offers attendees a chance to gain insights into the latest advancements in biotechnology and healthcare.

October 17, 2023

Southern Research announces new incubator space for biotech startups

The incubator space will be part of Southern Research’s Station 41 biotech commercialization hub.

August 16, 2023