Prescribing the Perfect Locations
Home to notable healthcare, pharmaceutical and life sciences companies including Eli Lilly, Acadia, Pfizer, and Vertex, our region provides endless opportunities for forward-thinking manufacturers.
Leading the Way for Life Sciences and Biotechnology
With five Research 1 and four Research 2 universities — including The University of Alabama, The University of Tennessee, and Vanderbilt University — our skilled workforce is just what the doctor ordered.
Affordable Workforce
In 2023, wages in the industry were 30% lower than the national average.
Medical Device Manufacturing
Home to one the largest cities for medical device production.
230+
Universities, technical schools and community colleges.
Beyond Next-Gen: Pioneering Scientific Exploration
Our region is a hotspot for life sciences, medical device manufacturing, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals:
- Medtronic
- Pfizer
- ProNova Solutions
- Siemens
- Smith & Nephew
- Stryker
- Revance Therapeutics
- Wright Medical Group
Real Time Advancements, Real Life (Sciences) Innovation
Our People Are Our Most Valuable Resource
More than 25,500 workers are employed in the life sciences and our competitive wage rates are 30% lower than the industry average.
Do Business With Us
More than 1,885 companies in the life sciences industry have made our region their home. Here are just a few of the reasons why:
99.999% Reliability
TVA offers low-cost, highly reliable power to its customers.
Diverse Power Generation
Nearly 60% of the region’s power comes from carbon-free sources.
Competitive Electricity Rates
Our region’s industrial electric rates are among the lowest compared to peer utilities.
Tyler Chaffee
Life Sciences Specialist
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