Biotechnology… Fueling New Advancements in Science While it may not have always gone by the term “biotechnology,” mankind has long been searching for new and improved ways to use living organisms to produce commercial goods and enhance daily life. Today, the biotechnology industry provides 237,000 jobs in North Carolina and contributes $59 billion to the state’s economy...

By Naomi Sheehan Americans are working past the traditional retirement age more than ever before. According to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, one in five people over age 65 are working — the highest percentage in half a century. Economic uncertainty Unsurprisingly, the economy is the major factor behind the decision to continue working later in life. Millions of Baby Boomers...