The Biotechnology Center's mission is to provide long-term economic and societal benefits to North Carolina through support of biotechnology research, business and education statewide. The Center does not, however, perform laboratory research. With the help of its working partners and the financial support of the General Assembly, the Center has made targeted investments in biotechnology that have been leveraged into substantial gains for the state. In addition, the Center also serves the state with three core programs: Science and Technology Development Business and Technology Development Education and Training