Today, universities around the world find themselves going beyond the traditional roles of research and teaching to drive the development of local economies through collaborations with industry. At a time when regions with universities are seeking best practices among their peers, Shiri M....

This third in a series of articles about manufacturing clusters in Massachusetts focuses on biotechnology, which has emerged as one of the state's leading industries. This article explores the status of the industry, with specific attention to its current phase in the value chain, its...