Live Blog: Arizona's Bioscience Roadmap
Welcome to the Flinn Foundation Bio Blog where you will receive the latest news throughout 2025 (and beyond) on the next iteration of Arizona’s Bioscience Roadmap.
The Roadmap is the nation’s longest-running, statewide bioscience strategic plan. Bookmark this page for regular updates on the biosciences in Arizona and the development of the new Roadmap coming this fall.
Live Blog: Arizona's Bioscience Roadmap
News and Updates
University research bill clears initial hurdle in House
April 24, 2003
Late-breaking legislation to construct research buildings at Arizona's three state universities passed its first test yesterday. The House Commerce and Military Affairs Committee passed the $400 million measure by a vote of 10-2.
Bill to propose $400 million for university research labs
April 16, 2003
Late-breaking legislation is expected to be introduced today that would provide $400 million to construct research buildings at the state's three universities. The bill is on a fast track: It must clear the Legislature by the end of April.
Roadmap workgroups formed, meeting monthly
April 02, 2003
Six workgroups comprised of statewide bioscience and economic development leaders have been launched to develop specific recommendations to advance Arizona's Bioscience Roadmap, a long-term strategy to propel Arizona to national biosciences stature.
Republic examines Arizona bio endeavors
March 31, 2003
The Arizona Republic ran a package of articles in yesterday's Sunday edition to report on the present activities and future directions of Arizona's bioscience/biotech sectors.
Bioscience Roadmap plans turn to action
March 25, 2003
A 10-year strategy to propel Arizona to national biosciences prominence entered the implementation phase in early 2003. Dubbed Arizona's Bioscience Roadmap, the project focuses this year on forming statewide working groups to begin developing short- and long-term strategies to implement…
Former mayor sets tone for statewide tech agenda
March 21, 2003
In the early 1990s, Paul Johnson led the City of Phoenix as the youngest mayor of a major U.S. city. Today, though no longer in an elected post, his political skills are essential in leading a statewide charge to grow…
Bio-related legislation making progress
March 19, 2003
Two bills that would enhance Arizona's biosciences sector are moving through the Legislature. One would ease university technology-transfer restrictions, the other provide $29 million for research facilities at Arizona State University and the University of Arizona.
