Our industry is uniquely positioned to respond to the global outbreak of COVID-19.
Life Science Tennessee is actively communicating with elected officials, state agencies, and industry partners to ensure Tennessee is at the forefront of combating the virus and taking proper action to keep the state safe during the global outbreak.
Below are resources available to companies and research institutions supporting the development of innovative approaches and therapies to combat COVID-19.
Industry Resources
- BIO Hub: This hub enables users to post requests for urgently needed items and announce the availability of supplies and capacity. The portal connects in real-time through customized and searchable postings.
- BARDA Hub: The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) launched a hub where they are carefully reviewing all research opportunities that are submitted on it. You can request a meeting if you are working on a vaccine, diagnostic, therapeutic, or offering some other service or product.
- Project N95: Hospitals and suppliers can sign up for this national PPE clearinghouse.
- Centers for Disease Control & Prevention: An overview of guidance for businesses and employers.
- World Health Organization: General updates on the pandemic.
Tennessee Resources
- Office of the Governor
- TN Department of Health
- TN Chamber of Commerce & Industry
- TN Department of Economic & Community Development
- Tennessee Innovation Crowdsource Platform with LaunchTN
Business Resources
- SBA Guide: The U.S. Small Business Administration has put together this resource guide, including how to apply for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program.
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce Checklist: This helpful checklist from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce includes information on applying for COVID-19 emergency small business loans.
Latest News
COVID-19 Update: September 2
In case you missed it, here are a few major updates related to COVID-19 vaccine candidates, vaccine distribution in the U.S., and effective treatment options: There are now three (!) vaccine candidates who have entered final testing. [...]
COVID-19 Update: August 26
The city of Nashville is playing a key role in coronavirus vaccine development. Both Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Meharry Medical College are involved in two Phase III clinical trials that are expected to enroll thousands of Nashvillians. Meanwhile, [...]
COVID-19 Update: August 19
Two new reports this week reiterate earlier findings that the coronavirus pandemic has most impacted Black, Latino and Hispanic, and Indigenous populations in the U.S. According to Axios, "Black and Latino or Hispanic Americans are [...]
COVID-19 Update: August 12
Results from a survey released today show 74% of Tennesseans support mask mandates in their local communities. It is the first time that the survey, conducted by the Howard H. Baker Jr. Center for Public Policy at the [...]
COVID-19 Update: August 5
On Monday, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee called for the Tennessee General Assembly to convene on Monday, August 10, for a special session to address COVID-19 liability protections, telehealth services, and laws governing the Capitol grounds. This [...]
COVID-19 Update: July 29
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee rejected White House advisor Dr. Deborah Birx's recommendation that bars should close and restaurants should reduce dining capacity to contain the spread of coronavirus in the state, which officials warn is on the [...]