Biotech

California has a history of leading innovations in life-saving biomedical technologies. We are the long-time home to the nation’s number 2 biomedical sciences research institution³ and at nearly $4 billion annually⁴, California’s universities lead the US in earned National Institutes of Health grants.

California’s life sciences industry generates nearly 1 million direct and indirect jobs⁵ and over $178 billion in annual revenue⁶. More bioscience and biotechnology patents are issued to California companies and researchers than any other state. California leads the pack across the board for patent generation⁷ from microbiology and genetics to bioinformatics and health IT – creating more than 2.5 times as many patents as the next ranking state⁸.

California life science companies saw over $18B in venture capital investment from 2016 – 2018, more than any other state⁹, and our businesses have 1,300+ therapies in the development pipeline¹⁰. These investments keep California at the forefront of biotech innovation.

California Competes Tax Credit

The California Competes Tax Credit is an income tax credit available to businesses who want to relocate, stay, or grow in California. Our team provides no-cost consultations to see if your business qualifies.

Research & Development Tax Credit 

A business may qualify for an income tax credit if it paid for or incurred qualified research expenses while conducting qualified research activity in California. Qualified research expenses include wages, supplies, and contract research costs.

Employment Training Panel

The Employment Training Panel (ETP) provides funding to employers for training that upgrades the skills of their workers.

References
1. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization) and CA Life Sciences Association, “California Life Sciences Industry Report 2019.”
2. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization)
3. Nature Index 2019
4. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization)
5. CA Life Sciences Association, “California Life Sciences Industry Report 2019.”
6. CA Life Sciences Association, “California Life Sciences Industry Report 2019.”
7. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization)
8. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization)
9. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization) and CA Life Sciences Association, “California Life Sciences Industry Report 2019.”
10. CA Life Sciences Association, “California Life Sciences Industry Report 2019.”
11. Cal Biotech Careers, “Statewide Program Inventory”
12. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization) and CA Life Sciences Association, “The Bioscience Economy: Propelling Life-Saving Treatments, Supporting State & Local Communities 2020”
13. CA Life Sciences Association, “California Life Sciences Industry Report 2019.”
14. The Top 10 US Medtech States
15. TEConomy/Bio (Biotechnology Innovation Organization)