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s in action benefits communities. The transfer of knowledge from research being done at our hospitals and universities to private business fuels the wellbeing of our communities," said Freeman, "The Health Sciences Collaborative is not just a first for South Carolina, it's the first of its kind in the nation. And it probably couldn't have happened in any other state."

Greenberg concurred, saying, "The stars are aligned for great things. With the Endowed Chairs Program, the Life Sciences Act, the research-related construction at MUSC and USC, and today's announcement, we have the momentum we need to create a true statewide health sciences cluster that can result in world-class research, breakthrough technology, and the creation of high-skilled, high paying jobs."

While certain details of the SCHSC have yet to be determined, all of the parties see the day's announcement as a starting point. "The spirit of cooperation that has brought us to this point will become even more important in the weeks ahead," Sorensen said. "Today we've sent a message to the people of South Carolina, to our elected officials, and to future partners that we get it; we know what we have to do to make South Carolina a leader in health sciences research, job creation, and the health of our citizens."

"This is a perfect example of the kind of long-term commitment we need to see between the private and public sectors in order for South Carolina to make progress in improving the quality of healthcare and outcomes, creating jobs, and seeing average incomes rise," Sorensen added.

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Contact: Robyn Zimmerman
rzimmerman@ghs.org
864-455-1422
Greenville Hopsital System
26-Apr-2004

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