Biotech, Biosciences,and Biopharmaceutical Companies in Michigan.
Aastrom Biosciences Inc., Ann Arbor, MI:Developing products for the repair or regeneration of multiple human tissues, based on its proprietary adult stem cell technology. The company's products contain large numbers of the bone marrow stem and progenitor cells that are produced from a small amount of cells originating from the patient.

Accumed Systems Inc., Ann Arbor, MI: Develops and commercializes innovative tools for interventional medicine. Currently, the company markets two types of devices - intra-luminal measuring devices and trans-radial catheterization accessories.

Advanced Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST), Farmington Hills, MI:Developing and bringing to market a variety of miniature, sensor-based biotechnology devices for research and medical applications. These devices, which employ leading edge solid-state and MEMS technologies, set the standard for minimally invasive physiological monitoring. AST’s success is attributable to its unique, multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, physicians, and business administrators.

Advanced X-Ray Technology Inc., Birmingham, MI: AXT develops, manufactures and markets portable x-ray devices for minimally invasive radiation treatment of tumors and nontumorous disorders. The company is developing targeted x-ray brachytherapy and targeted x-ray radiosurgery, new technologies intended to deliver minimally invasive radiation treatment directly to the tumor or lesion sites, without harming the surrounding healthy tissue.

AFID Therapeutics Inc., Lansing, MI: Defines and delivers advanced chemical and biochemical technologies and strategies and employs them in the design, discovery, delivery, and development of new drugs. Disease targets include bacterial and viral infections, cancer, autoimmune disorders, cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, and Alzheimer's and other neurological disorders.

Alivio Corporation, Interlochen, MI: Manufactures portable electrotherapeutic devices designed to relieve acute and chronic pain, and to facilitate recovery from injuries or surgery.

Asterand, Detriot, MI: Supplies high quality human tissue and tissue-based services. The company offers drug discovery companies the unique opportunity to have one source for all of their human biomaterial needs along the continuum of drug discovery. Their mission is to accelerate target discovery and validation, leading to new and improved therapeutics.

Biopolymer Innovation, East Lansing, MI: A life science company specializing in the development of biodegradable, polysaccharide-based drug delivery systems. The primary product under development is a drug delivery system for topical ocular drugs (glaucoma, antibacterial and anti-inflammation treatments). The company is also working in the area of tissue scaffolding for applications to support liver function.

Biotronic, Ann Arbor, MI: A subsidiary of Calder Development Associates Inc., provides intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring through its subsidiary companies, Biotronic and NeuroMed.

BioVant/Bodystat, Detriot, MI: Offers a full line of whole body measurement devices. Using scientifically validated bio-electrical impedance technology, these easy-to-use tools provide precise data on a wide range of health indicators such as fat mass, lean mass, total body water (TBW), intra-cellular water (ICW), and extra-cellular water (ECW).

Cerenis Therapeutics, Ann Arbor, MI:A pharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of breakthrough HDL-related therapies for the treatment of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Based on breakthrough research in HDL therapy, the company is pursuing a range of HDL product candidates that reflect significant commercial opportunities in the treatment of atherosclerosis.

Cognitive Pharmaceuticals, Plymouth, MI:An emerging biotech company focused on the discovery and commercialization of treatments for neurological and psychiatric diseases.

CoreTechnology Alliance, An Arbor, MI: The CTA Corp. is a not-for-profit non-stock membership organization owned equally by founding members Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, Wayne State University and the Van Andel Research Institute as well as non-founding members Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Valley Community College. It enables coordinated scientific leadership, marketing, strategic planning, and decision-making across the core facilities.

Dow Chemical Company, Midland, MI:A diversified chemical company that utilizes science and technology to improve living daily. The company offers a broad range of innovative products and services to customers internationally, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care productsThe Michigan Operations site manufactures performance chemicals, plastics and agricultural products.

Emergent BioSolutions, Lansing, MI:A biopharmaceutical company focused on the development, manufacture and commercialization of immunobiotics, consisting of vaccines and therapeutics that induce or assist the body's immune system to prevent or treat disease. The company's biodefense business is focused on immunobiotics for use against biological agents that are potential weapons of bioterrorism.

Ferndale Laboratories, Inc., Ferndale, MI: Manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products and medical devices. The company is dedicated to discovering, developing and delivering unique, value-added dermatology therapies that heal, protect and beautify the skin.

Gene Codes Corporation,  Ann Arbor, MI:A bioinformatics software development company dedicated to producing software tools to help speed and simplify life science researchers daily tasks. The company combines state-of-the-art programming techniques, rigorous quality standards and an open dialogue with customers to create scientist-friendly, user-centered products for the very demanding requirements of the life sciences research community.

GeneGo, Inc., St Josheph, MI: Develops systems biology technology for life science research. The company's original computational platform allows integration analysis of varying experimental data and relevant bioactive chemistry within the framework of curated biological pathways and networks.

Genetics Squared, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI:An emerging biotechnology company focused on delivering the promise of personalized medicine. Using its patented evolutionary drug development technology and methods, the company is able to "rescue" promising, but struggling compounds from clinical and market failure. Their novel analytical approach discovers profiles of therapeutic responders and non-responders or those most likely to experience serious adverse events based on medical history, patient demographics, genetic and protein biomarkers. This allows the company and its service clients to target these promising therapies at the patients most likely to benefit.

INRAD  Inc., Kentwood, MI: A manufacturer and distributor of medical devices serving the radiology and biopsy markets worldwide. The company's mission is to help reduce the uncertainty in diagnosis by providing devices that offer more precision to the practitioner.

MBI International, Lansing, MI: Works with individuals, industry and government to develop technologies and commercialize them. The organization focuses on processes that are biobased - environmentally friendly and safe.

MIR Preclinical Services, Ann Arbor, MI: MIR is a contract research organization specializing in the application of state of the art, multimodality imaging technologies to the preclinical evaluation of novel drug candidates. The company boasts management with over 60 years of major pharma cancer drug discovery experience, and is a leader in the integration of traditional anti-cancer efficacy testing with clinically relevant imaging technologies to provide new insights to drug discovery and development.

Molecular Imaging Products, Ann Arbor, MI: A manufacturer and distributor of life science products with an emphasis on the pre-clinical imaging industry to assist researchers in the expanding molecular imaging markets, both in vivo imaging and in vitro. With a worldwide customer base of universities, biotech and pharmaceutical companies, and non-profit research Institutions, the Company’s expanding product lines include chemicals, reagents, small animal inhalant anesthesia systems, physiological monitoring equipment and accessories. 

MPI Research, Mattawan, MI: MPI is a privately held company that focuses on the nonclinical research needs of the pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, agricultural and related industries.

NanoBio®  Corporation, Ann Arbor, MI: A biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing anti-infective products and mucosal vaccines derived from its patented technology platform.

NanoMed Delivery, Prospect,  MI: An advanced drug delivery company developing nanoparticle-based therapeutic and diagnostic products to treat or detect disease. The company's initial focus is cancer therapeutics and diagnostics.

NanoMed  Pharmaceutical Inc., Kalamazoo, MI: An advanced drug delivery company developing nanoparticle-based therapeutic and diagnostic products to treat or detect disease. The company's initial focus is cancer therapeutics and diagnostics.

Neogen Corporation, Lansing,  MI: Develops and markets products dedicated to food and animal safety. The company’s Food Safety Division markets diagnostic test kits to detect foodborne bacteria, natural toxins, genetic modifications, food allergens, drug residues, plant diseases, and sanitation concerns, and dehydrated culture media. The Animal Safety Division markets diagnostics, veterinary instruments, veterinary pharmaceuticals, nutritional supplements, disinfectants, and rodenticides.

Originus, Ann Arbor, MI: The mission of Originus is to collaborate with their customers or partners utilizing STEP technology in cell based assay development for high throughput screening and functional genomics.

Perrigo Company, Allergan, MI: A global healthcare supplier and manufacturer of OTC pharmaceutical and nutritional products for the store brand market. The company also develops, manufactures, and markets prescription generic drugs, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and consumer products.

Pipex Inc ., Ann Arbor, MI: A biopharmaceutical company developing late-stage, orally available, small molecule drug candidates for the treatment of neurologic and fibrotic diseases for which there are currently no FDA-approved therapies.

ProNAi Therapeutics Inc., Kalamazoo, MI: A biopharmaceutical drug development company developing a new class of nucleic-acid drugs based on DNA interference, which employs single strands of DNA to target and treat non-transcribed regions of genomes responsible for complex genetic diseases.

QuatRx  Pharmaceuticals Inc., Ann Arbor, MI: Focused on discovering, licensing, developing and commercializing compounds in the endocrine, metabolic and cardiovascular therapeutic areas. The company currently has three product candidates in clinical development to: target hormone deficiencies that result from aging in women and men; treat vaginal atrophy, a common problem associated with estrogen deficiency in post-menopausal women; treat testosterone deficiency; and treat psoriasis.

RenaMed Biologics Inc., Ann Arbor, MI: A biotechnology company focused on the development and commercialization of therapies for the treatment of diseases associated with compromised kidney function. The company's products are designed to greatly improve the clinical outcome and cost of care for patients suffering from acute renal failure and additional indications where kidney function is compromised.

Rubicon Genomics, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI: Focused on the development of highly sensitive and highly specific non-invasive tests for cancer and other diseases using its proprietary technology. Utilizing its technology platform the company has discovered and developed proprietary tumor markers and patterns of tumor markers.

Scalable Informatics  Inc., Canton, MI: Designs, sells, builds and supports high performance computing environments such as linux clusters and grid systems, as well as supporting and re-engineering existing environments. The company resells, designs, and builds accelerated hardware and software computing solutions in specific areas, such as high performance informatics. They design and build benchmark test systems and benchmarks, and perform custom system and platform performance characterization.

SubTerra, LLC,  White Pine, MI:A plant-based pharmaceutical manufacturer committed to the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients such as high value proteins and phytochemicals. Using a variety of crops grown in a biosecure underground environment, the company transform plants into production systems for complex, life-saving biopharmaceuticals.

Terumo Cardiovascular System Corporation, Ann Arbor, MI: Develops and manufactures precision-focused products for the specialized needs of the cardiac surgical team with an emphasis on cardiopulmonary bypass and intraoperative monitoring.

Thromgen,  Ann Arbor, MI: Goal is to identify, develop and commercialize antiplatelet agents that will lead to significant advances in the treatment of heart attack and stroke patients.






Centers, Institutes, Organizations and Associations of Biotechnology related Industry in Michigan.

Altrarum, Ann Arbor, MI: A nonprofit research institution working to become a preeminent provider of health systems research, analysis and consulting services.

Bio-Business Incubator of Michigan, Lansing, MI: BBIM is an independent subsidiary of MBI International and an incubator in Michigan that specializes in serving the biotechnology sector. Created specifically to meet the unique requirements of start-up biotechnology firms, the organization offers tenants access to R&D expertise and linkages to marketing and shared service support resources.

Biosciences Research & Commercialization Center, Kalamazoo, MI: BRCC is a commercially focused, science-driven translational research center, dedicating its pharmaceutical expertise and resources to the commercialization of promising life science discoveries and the growth of Michigan's life science sector.

Biotech Research Center, Houghton, MI: The mission of the BRC is to promote education and research in the areas of molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, genomics, bioinformatics and biotechnology for the benefit of society and the environment.

Business Technology & Research Park, Kalamazoo, MI: The focus of the BTR Park is on the development of mutually beneficial relationships that involve resident businesses, the University and the Kalamazoo community. The private-sector firms that locate at the park are recruited from three key business sectors—life sciences, advanced engineering and information technology.

Center for Applied Research & Technology, Mount Pleasant, MI: CART was created as a joint venture between CMU, Middle Michigan Development Corporation and the City of Mount Pleasant. The 300-acre certified technology park was designated by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation as the Mt. Pleasant SmartZone, which has been designed to attract and stimulate growth of high-tech businesses that require a synergistic relationship with a doctoral/research intensive university.

Central Michigan University Research Corporation, Mount Pleasant, MI: The CMURC is a not-for-profit organization established to facilitate innovative research and development opportunities between the university and high technology companies.

Core Technology Alliance, Ann Arbor, MI: The CTA Corp. is a not-for-profit non-stock membership organization owned equally by founding members Michigan State University, the University of Michigan, Wayne State University and the Van Andel Research Institute as well as non-founding members Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo Valley Community College. It enables coordinated scientific leadership, marketing, strategic planning, and decision-making across the core facilities. The CTA is a collaborative network of advanced technology service facilities located at major research institutions across Michigan. These commercially oriented, community-spirited, and technologically sophisticated centers of excellence are fee-for-service laboratories to support biomedical research in the areas of genomics, proteomics, structural biology, animal models, bioinformatics, bio-imaging, high-throughput screening, and antibody technology.

MichBio: Ann Arbor, MI. Non-Profit Organization, Biotech, Biopharmaceuticals.MichBio is dedicated to driving the growth of the life sciences industry in Michigan. The association serves new and established life sciences companies, academic and research institutions, as well as service providers and related organizations throughout the state.

Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Lansing, MI: The MEDC serves as a one-stop resource for business retention, expansion and relocation projects. The agency provides coordination with local communities and agencies across the state.

Michigan Medical Device Association, Howell, MI: MMDA was formed to promote the medical device industry in Michigan. The organization sponsors educational seminars and informational programs, and is active in the areas of government relations, networking, and business development.

Michigan Molecular Institute, Midland, MI: MMI is a polymer research and education facility. In addition to their work with hyperbranched polymers and dendrimers, the organization offers analytical labs, custom dendrimers in high volume, and specialty polymers.

University of Michigan - Life Sciences Institute, Ann Arbor, MI:The LSI facilitates collaboration among scientists from a variety of life sciences disciplines focusing on the biological problems of human health. The institute forges links between the health sciences, basic sciences, engineering, the social sciences, and the humanities.

Van Andel Institute, Grand Rapids, MI: VAI's goal is to have a world-wide impact on medical science and education by creating national and international branches with the necessary freedom and funding to change its research course according to scientific and educational demand.

Velcura Therapeutics, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI:A biotechnology firm developing treatments for bone-related injuries and bone disorders, directed at stimulating bone formation. The company applies molecular and biological bone assays to the systematic discovery of the genes, biological pathways, and drug candidates that accelerate bone formation. From this, new therapies can be discovered for bone disorders such as osteoporosis, bone cancer, bone fractures, and other diseases of bone.

Xoran Technology, Inc., Ann Arbor, MI:Develops and markets CT scanners specifically designed to meet the particular needs of medical specialists. The company's small footprint CT scanners are ideally suited for in-office or on-site use—giving physicians complete control over the timing and quality of their scans. These CT scanners generate immediate, digitally versatile CT images, allowing physicians to accelerate patient diagnosis and treatment.

Universities, Schools and Colleges Related to Biosciences, Biotechnology and Biopharmaceuticals.

Calvin College, Grand Rapids, MI:Prepares students for a wide range of careers with flexibility to choose graduate/professional school or employment.

Lansing Community College, Lansing, MI: LCC offers an Associate in Applied Science degree in Molecular Biotechnology. Students in the program take a two-year science-intensive curriculum of general chemistry, organic chemistry, cell biology, and two courses covering the theory and techniques of recombinant DNA. Extensive DNA laboratory work with bacteria, plasmids, and bacteriophage viruses, using state-of-the-art equipment, is an integral part of the two semester-long molecular biology courses.

Michigan State University Office of Intellectual Property, East Lansing, MI:The MSU OIP and the Copyright Licensing Office facilitate the commercial development and public use of technologies and copyrightable materials developed by MSU faculty and staff.

Michigan Universities Commercialization Initiative, MI: MUCI is a collaborative effort to complement and enhance technology transfer activities at nine of Michigan's academic research institutions. The coalition, which includes representatives from industry and venture capital firms, provides gap funding for early-stage efforts to commercialize life sciences technologies development at their member institutions.

University of Michigan, Cellular & Molecular Biology Program, Ann Arbor, MI:  The UM Graduate Program in Cellular and Molecular Biology, a free-standing Ph.D. interdisciplinary training program, trains graduate students in cutting-edge research, preparing them for careers in academia, biotechnology and other research-related fields.