Remarkable Outcomes

Kansas is dedicated to the success of bioscience researchers and businesses.

The Kansas Bioscience Authority is investing in the dynamic bioscience industry to foster the growth of startups, create new jobs, attract private venture capital, and increase research and business investments in the state. We are positioning Kansas as an undisputed leader in the biosciences.

With a focus on Kansas’ areas of bioscience strength, and investments throughout the business cycle, the results are clear. Since 2004, KBA investments have resulted in direct outcomes including:

• 1,347 new jobs at an average wage of nearly $69,000
• $354 million in wages paid to these new bioscience workers
• $105 million in new external research funding to Kansas companies and universities
• $278 million in capital expenditures on new facilities, equipment and land
• $79 million in outside private equity investments in Kansas bioscience companies

Kansas is creating an environment for success, and bioscience researchers and businesses are making great things happen.