- Boehringer Ingelheim and Connecticut Science Center launch Innovation Lab
- Facility designed to expand access to STEM education across Connecticut
- Features hands-on workshops and career-focused programming
- Focus areas include biology, human health, and pharmaceutical sciences
- Ribbon cutting aligned with STEM Career Showcase event for students
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and the Connecticut Science Center have launched a new Innovation Lab, a dedicated educational space designed to expand access to STEM learning opportunities for students and families across Connecticut.
Located within the Connecticut Science Center in Hartford, the Innovation Lab will offer a curriculum centered on career pathways in human health, biology, and pharmaceutical sciences. The space will feature interactive workshops and hands-on learning experiences that demonstrate how scientific discovery translates into real-world medical advancements.
“At Boehringer, we think in generations. Investing in STEM education means investing in the future generation of innovators, creators and scientists,” said Jean-Michel Boers, President and CEO of Boehringer Ingelheim USA. “By expanding access and creating hands-on learning experiences, we are helping students see how science can make a meaningful, real-world impact.”
The initiative is part of Boehringer’s broader commitment to strengthening Connecticut’s STEM ecosystem and supporting long-term workforce development in the life sciences sector.
Matt Fleury, President and CEO of the Connecticut Science Center, emphasized the importance of early exposure to science careers. “Through the Innovation Lab, we’re creating more opportunities for students to explore the science behind medicines and understand how discoveries translate into meaningful outcomes for patients and communities,” he said.
The launch coincides with the Connecticut Science Center’s STEM Career Showcase, which is expected to welcome more than 500 middle and high school students. The event will bring together educators, students, industry professionals, and government leaders to highlight career pathways and workforce opportunities in science and technology.
Connecticut serves as home to Boehringer Ingelheim’s U.S. headquarters and a major research and development center, underscoring the company’s longstanding presence and investment in the region.
The Connecticut Science Center, a nonprofit organization based in Hartford, provides hands-on science education through interactive exhibits and programming designed to inspire curiosity and support workforce development across New England.
Information sourced from the company’s press release.
