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Life Science Ready Community Designation

Ohio Life Sciences’ Life Science Ready Community Designation spotlights Ohio communities with the strongest foundations for biotech and life sciences growth, providing greater visibility to locations ready to support industry investment and expansion.

About The Designation

Modeled after the highly successful MassBio BioReady Community Program, Ohio’s Life Science Ready Community Designation uses a structured scoring system evaluating zoning, site readiness, and workforce capacity. The program highlights communities at three levels of readiness, and designated communities are promoted statewide—making it easier for companies and investors to find locations that are truly equipped to support the growth of the life sciences industry.

Are You Life Science Ready?

Position your community at the forefront of Ohio’s life sciences surge. The designation process offers city and economic leaders a scoring and narrative-driven way to showcase readiness, uncover new opportunities, and align with the needs of growing biotech and bioscience companies. Let this evaluation be your guide for attracting investment, jobs, and industry partnerships.

Get Started

Start your journey to becoming Life Science Ready.

For Community & Economic Leaders

Put your community on the life sciences map.

Communities across Ohio are stepping up to support the state’s expanding life sciences sector. Explore the growing list of cities recognized for their readiness—each meeting key criteria to welcome and accelerate biotech and bioscience growth.

MunicipalityLife Science Readiness Level
City of MasonPremier
City of MentorPremier
City of New AlbanyPremier
City of BeachwoodPremier

These recognized communities set the standard for life science readiness across Ohio, demonstrating the value of thoughtful planning and investment. Ready to see your community on this list? Start your application and join the leaders driving Ohio’s life sciences growth.

Questions about your life science readiness?