By Chrissy Buteas, President & CEO, HealthCare Institute of New Jersey
Published by New Jersey Business Magazine
June 3, 2026 ― New Jersey is known for its rich history in life sciences innovation.
Our strategic location, highly skilled workforce, and unparalleled
concentration of biopharma and medical device manufacturers have
cemented our role as the “Medicine Chest of the World.” With a thriving economy built on cutting-edge research, development, and manufacturing, we are at the forefront of advanced manufacturing for biopharmaceuticals, medical devices and technologies.
New Jersey’s role as a hub for aseptic manufacturing, cell and gene therapy
production, radioligand therapy manufacturing, and specialized medical device
manufacturing highlights its contributions to global health. The state’s highly
trained labor community builds these intricate facilities, while partnerships
between industry, education, and government strengthen our position as an
innovation state. View a PDF of the full op ed or the full NJ Business Magazine edition here (page 54).
