Economy

From donated blood to biotech: CytoGrowth Solutions launches in OKC

CytoGrowth Solutions is bringing a new kind of biotech innovation to Oklahoma City, one rooted in an unlikely place: donated blood.

By Lynzee Misseldine

Economy / March 25, 2026

Momentum builds for Oklahoma’s life sciences sector

Life Science Oklahoma (LSOK) is seeing growing engagement across the state’s bioscience community, with increased membership, new partnerships and national visibility helping position Oklahoma as an emerging hub for life science innovation.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / November 25, 2025

Catalyst event highlights AI’s role in healthcare innovation

Life Science Oklahoma opened its new Catalyst series last week with a keynote from Kathy VanEnkevort, Microsoft’s U.S. Health and Life Sciences industry leader.

By Lynzee Misseldine

Inside OKC / November 5, 2025

gBETA OKC accepts five new startups

Five Oklahoma startups have joined the gBETA Oklahoma City accelerator, part of a push to deepen the region’s innovation economy. The new cohort includes FKTea, Muse, Prairie Biosciences, RegIQ and Sckry.

By Chamber Staff

Economy / October 21, 2025

State of the Region: Business leaders explore data, growth and gaps in Central Oklahoma

Business and civic leaders recently gathered for the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s State of the Region event, which offered a clear, data-focused look at where Central Oklahoma stands—and where it needs to improve. The event featured a regional economic overview presented by Chamber President and CEO Christy Gillenwater.

By Lauren King

Economy / October 2, 2025

Oklahoma’s biotech sector takes the spotlight during commission Roadshow

Oklahoma’s biotech sector took center stage when the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) brought its national Roadshow tour to Oklahoma City. This event, in partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Commerce and Life Sciences Oklahoma highlighted the dynamic and growing bioeconomy in the region.

By Lynzee Misseldine

Events / September 29, 2025

Microsoft leader to headline Life Science Oklahoma’s inaugural Catalyst event

Life Science Oklahoma (LSOK) will host its inaugural Catalyst event, Rethinking Healthcare with Microsoft’s Kathy VanEnkevort, on Friday, Oct. 3, at Innovation Hall in Oklahoma City. The program is designed to bring national thought leadership to Oklahoma’s life sciences community by highlighting the intersection of innovation, artificial intelligence (AI) and the future of healthcare.

By Lynzee Misseldine

Inside OKC / July 25, 2025

Life Science Oklahoma helps members build visibility and connections at BIO International 2025

Life Science Oklahoma (LSOK) used its presence at BIO International 2025 to deliver real value to its members, helping Oklahoma-based companies connect with industry leaders, gain media exposure and position themselves for future growth. The organization showcased the state’s growing momentum in biosciences while creating opportunities for networking and strategic visibility.

By Lynzee Misseldine