Thermo Fisher Scientific plans collaboration hub for Philly’s life sciences startups

Plus, the Science Center announced its ninth Capital Readiness cohort, meet the winners of Hopeworks’ young entrepreneurs pitch competition and more power moves.

Philly companies and entrepreneurs are closing out 2025 with a wave of local resources to tap next year.

The life sciences ecosystem gets a boost as Thermo Fisher Scientific opens a new resource hub in partnership with BioLabs Philadelphia. The University City Science Center also announced the next cohort of its Capital Readiness Program. 

Plus, Hopeworks hosted its annual young entrepreneurs pitch competition, awarding cash prizes to the finalists. Scroll down for all the details and more power moves. 

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