Exciting Leadership Addition at Dakota BioWorx: Welcome Dr. Neal Connors

We are thrilled to announce a significant new chapter at Dakota BioWorx with the appointment of Dr. Neal Connors as our Chief Scientific Officer. With more than four decades of experience in the bioprocess field, he brings a wealth of knowledge that will undoubtedly enhance our commitment to innovation and excellence in the biotechnology sector.

Who is Dr. Neal Connors?

Dr. Connors is a renowned industrial microbiologist with extensive experience in bioprocess development for bioactive natural products, enzymes, therapeutic proteins, and vaccines. His impressive background includes senior leadership and consulting roles that position Dakota BioWorx as a key player in the rapidly evolving biotechnology landscape.

“I have spent my entire professional career helping companies develop and launch biobased products,” said Dr. Connors. “At Dakota BioWorx, I can have a broader impact on biomanufacturing by supporting many small companies transition their ideas from the lab to commercial reality.”

A New Era for Dakota BioWorx

Located in Brookings, South Dakota, Dakota BioWorx is dedicated to helping businesses develop and commercialize plant-based biotech innovations. Our state-of-the-art bioprocess facility is designed to foster collaboration among top scientists and innovators to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.

As Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Connors will focus on advancing bioprocess development, scaling up operations, and fostering education and workforce development in the biomanufacturing sector. His leadership will be instrumental in ensuring the protection of our clients’ intellectual property while driving our mission to innovate.

Building Strong Partnerships

Dakota BioWorx is made possible by the visionary support of the Bio Leadership Coalition, which includes South Dakota State University, South Dakota School of Mines, POET, the South Dakota Corn Growers, the South Dakota Soybean Checkoff, the Research Park of SDSU, and South Dakota Biotech. This coalition provides clients comprehensive support throughout the innovation process, including access to private lab space, expert guidance, and cutting-edge equipment to facilitate the development, scale-up, and commercialization of new products.

Looking Ahead

As we embark on this exciting new chapter with Dr. Connors, we are eager to see how his expertise will help us grow and make a meaningful impact in the biotechnology industry and beyond.

We invite our network to welcome Dr. Connors to the Dakota BioWorx family.