Minnesota is an important and increasingly influential player on the national and international scene. The state enjoys a dominant position in medical devices, renewable fuels, and materials science. It is distinctive in its ability to find areas of convergence among established biobusiness sectors. It is healthy and competitive—and optimistic about the future. The five individuals featured here are celebrated for their vision, drive, and innovation in the bioscience industry—qualities that continue to keep Minnesota on the cutting edge.

Bruce Barclay

Bruce Barclay

SurModics, Inc.

Susanne Clay

Susanne Clay

Algos therapeutics, Inc.

Robert Coborn

Robert Coborn

MicroBioLogics, Inc.

Tim Laske

Tim Laske

Medtronic

Tim Mahoney

Tim Mahoney

State Representative