life sciences

HELIX 1 in New Brunswick. - PROVIDED BY JLL
Apr 28, 2026

BioNJ to join NJ Innovation Hub at HELIX New Brunswick

BioNJ will join the NJ Innovation Hub at HELIX in New Brunswick, boosting life sciences collaboration and startup growth.

NJIT occupies space at 15 NEST in Kenilworth. - PROVIDED BY NEST
Apr 27, 2026

NJIT opens 25K-SF translational research center at NEST

The state-of-the-art hub provides lab space for a mix of post-graduate and undergraduate students researching photonics, biomaterials, environmental science and sustainable technologies.

Seton Hall students conduct research in the lab.
Apr 23, 2026

Bristol Myers Squibb donates lab equipment to Seton Hall

Bristol Myers Squibb donates lab equipment to Seton Hall University to boost biomedical research, student training and campus innovation.

Artificial intelligence in health care
Apr 15, 2026

Novo Nordisk teams with OpenAI to speed drug development

Novo Nordisk and OpenAI partner to use AI for drug development, aiming to speed discovery, improve manufacturing and boost efficiency.

Sterile High Precision Manufacturing Laboratory where Scientists in Protective Coveralls Turn on Machninery, Use Computers and Microscopes, doing Pharmaceutics, Biotechnology and Semiconductor
Apr 9, 2026

NJ life sciences demand steady as vacancy rises: Colliers

A new life sciences market report from Colliers places New Jersey in the top 10 markets nationwide, citing strong workforce, leasing activity and long-term growth outlook.

Medicine on money
Apr 3, 2026

Trump 100% pharma tariffs raise concerns for New Jersey life sciences (updated)

The president's levies on imported drugs and ingredients raise concerns for New Jersey’s life sciences sector, with risks to costs and innovation.

Vanessa Broadhurst, executive vice president of Global Corporate Affairs for Johnson & Johnson, addresses attendees of the New Jersey Chamber of Commerce's ReNew Jersey Business Summit & Expo.
Apr 2, 2026

Johnson & Johnson highlights New Jersey roots, growth at Renew summit

Executive Vanessa Broadhurst detailed J&J's continued investments and role in the state economy as she introduced Gov. Mikie Sherrill during the ReNew summit in Atlantic City.

Bayer's U.S. headquarters in Whippany. - VISION REAL ESTATE PARTNERS
Apr 2, 2026

Ambrogio named president of Bayer US Pharmaceuticals

Bayer appoints Nelson Ambrogio president of U.S. Pharmaceuticals, overseeing growth brands in oncology, cardiovascular care and women’s health.

A 3D rendering of Cambrex’s future “Pharma 5” plant in Charles City, Iowa.
Mar 24, 2026

Cambrex advances $120M API plant expansion in Iowa

Cambrex advances its $120M expansion in Charles City, Iowa, boosting API manufacturing capacity and support complex pharmaceutical production.

Virtua Health College Research Center
Mar 19, 2026

Rowan, Virtua open biomedical research center in South Jersey

Rowan University and Virtua Health open a new biomedical research center to accelerate medtech innovation and life sciences growth in South Jersey.

Tylenol, a Kenvue brand
Mar 16, 2026

OPINION: Kimberly-Clark, Kenvue merger could benefit consumers

An economics expert writes that the proposed Kimberly-Clark–Kenvue merger could boost consumer health innovation, strengthen U.S. competitiveness and preserve choice.

Gov. Mikie Sherrill delivered the keynote at HINJ Pulse 2026
Mar 13, 2026

On the scene: Sherrill, Caldwell keynote industry events

NJBIZ was on location at two business gatherings Friday: one examining the state's life sciences industry and another highlighting the 2026 World Cup.