Why Minneapolis
From medical technology to nanotechnology, from pharmaceuticals to biofuels, Minnesota industries are creating new, diverse and sustainable economic advances in the fast-growing field of biotechnology.
Minnesota is a dominant player in medical devices, renewable fuels and materials science. The University of Minnesota is on track to become one of the top 3 research universities in the country. The creation of BioBusiness Alliance, LifeScience Alley and the Minnesota Partnership put Minnesota at the forefront of biotechnology innovation.
Minneapolis offers more than a wealth of corporate and public resources. Minneapolis offers a centrally located, easily accessible location with 30,000 hotel rooms, plus world-renowned theaters, restaurants and tax-free shopping!
Minneapolis is poised to be your strategic partner for all your event needs. Meet Minneapolis, the Official Convention and Visitors Association, has comprehensive attendance-building programs and Meeting Services Plus can provide full-service solutions for all your meeting planning needs.
Look to Meet Minneapolis to help you access the numerous benefits Minnesota has to offer.
University of Minnesota awarded $22.5 million to study avian flu
St. Jude Medical named FORTUNE Magazine's Most Admired Medical Products and Equipment Company
Six new biomedical research laboratories over 10 years approved for the University of Minnesota