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National Plant Biotechnology Centre
The location of a world class research centre for arable crops and biotechnology at Teagasc Oak Park in addition to two third-level colleges, the Institute of Technology Carlow, a recognised centre of excellence in Biotechnology research and Carlow College make the county a particularly attractive location for life sciences and biotech developments.
Carlow presents several apparent advantages as a location for overseas biotech and life science companies particularly the agri-business industry. The specific case for Carlow includes the following national and local factors.
Why Choose Carlow
- The national policy on development of research and technology development activities is clear and demonstrable. The National Development Plan budget of 2.5 Billion Euro, the existing investment in RTD infrastructure and the commitment to industry research and development all present a very positive picture.
- Carlow provides proximity to a high quality research station with all of the potential advantages of access to expertise, technical facilities and to collaborative activities. The recent upgrading of Teagasc Oakpark research centre in terms of facilities, expertise and status clearly indicate the commitment to this area of research in the future.
- Availability of a range of national incentives for industrial location through IDA and Enterprise Ireland and also the clear commitment of the local authority to the development of local activities in life sciences.
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