MDI Biological Laboratory

Getting the word out about the potentially life-changing work underway at the MDI Biological Laboratory is an honor and a privilege. I’m inspired every day by the dedication and passion of our scientists and students and grateful for the opportunity to share their work with others.

Jerilyn M. Bowers
Director of Development and Public Affairs

MDI Biological Laboratory News

Whether it’s a breakthrough in regenerative medicine or a milestone in our growth, we hope you will stay informed of what’s happening at the MDI Biological Laboratory through our press releases, blog posts, publications and media placements.

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MDI Biological Laboratory launches new drug discovery initiative

MDI Bioscience will improve efficiency and better inform early decision-making in drug development. Led by Jim Strickland, a biopharma entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience, MDI Bioscience will utilize MDIBL's expertise in comparative biology to develop new tools to speed the drug discovery process and minimize the risks involved in bringing new drugs to market.

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Biotechnology

A New Generation of Biotech Entrepreneurs

Collaboration by MDI Bio Lab and Colby College supports young innovators

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General News

Axolotl and MDI Bio Lab Featured in Meet the Wild Things Children’s Book Series

Researchers assist writer Hayley Rocco and award-winning illustrator John Rocco.

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Environment

New Allies Help MDI Bio Lab’s Research on Aging and Environmental Risks

The University of New England, Maine Seacoast Mission, Maine Senior College Network and Maine AARP are joining forces with the MDI Biological Laboratory’s “All About Arsenic+” program.

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Environment
Mount Desert Islander · March 1, 2023

High levels of arsenic found in 6% of Bar Harbor wells

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Education
Southern Maine Community College · February 8, 2023

SMCC students take part in an intensive clam cancer research project

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Education
Copiah Lincoln Community College · January 27, 2023

Three Co-Lin biomedical research students complete prestigious internships

Kiera Hemanas used state-of-the-art research tools such as CRISPR and fluorescent microscopy in her research in the Updike lab.

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Drug Discovery
Bar Harbor, Maine · December 23, 2022

$600k for MDI Biological Laboratory Startup included in Congressional Spending Bill

Initiative Will Speed Drug Development with Unique Animal Models for Human Health

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Regenerative Biology
Bar Harbor, Maine · November 7, 2022

Scientists Reveal an Unexpected Gene in Worms

Human homolog in C. elegans opens new research window for diseases such as ALS and Alzheimer’s

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Education
Bar Harbor, Maine · October 13, 2022

Citizens, Students and Scientists Team Up for Bar Harbor Arsenic Project

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