In 2023, Donna Barron sought assistance from MentorLinks to enhance Hudson Valley Community College’s biotechnology curriculum with cell and gene therapy lessons, responding to local employer Regeneron’s initiatives. With her mentor, Margaret Bryans, they successfully integrated new modules and aligned courses with industry standards, leading to two successful NSF grants for research experiences and workforce outreach initiatives. Regeneron further solidified its partnership with HVCC through a $500,000 donation, enabling new lab facilities and internship programs. The collaboration aims to create a strong talent pipeline in biotechnology for students, demonstrating the positive impact of industry-academia partnerships.
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