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BRF has cancelled organization-led events to be in line with local, state and federal recommendations to limit gatherings in an attempt to help contain the spread of COVID-19 in Louisiana. As an organization, we are following recommendations to social distance and adapt to doing business online with less face-to-face interaction, prioritizing our employees and stakeholders’ health and safety.
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BRF’s EAP portfolio company Embera NeuroTherapeutics announces first subject dosed in Phase 2 of EMB-001 in cocaine use disorder
BRF’s Entrepreneurial Accelerator Program portfolio company Embera NeuroTherapeutics announces first subject dosed in Phase 2 study of EMB-001 in cocaine use disorder. Company to soon initiate second Phase 2 study of EMB-001 in smoking cessation. BRF’s Entrepreneurial...
BRF awarded $30,000 grant from Regions Foundation for Biotechnology Magnet Academy at Southwood High School
Pictured above: Michelle Berry, Director of the Biotechnology Magnet Academy; Dr. John F. George Jr., President and CEO of BRF; Dr. Kim Pendleton, Principal of Southwood High School; and Mark Evans, Market Executive for Regions Bank. BRF was recently awarded a $30,000...
Tomakk Glass Partners launches in Shreveport; project will create 50 new direct jobs
Tomakk Glass Partners launches in Shreveport Company plans to serve Louisiana, Texas and Arkansas markets; project will create 50 new direct jobs Tomakk Glass Partners has announced the launch of its tempered glass fabrication facility in Shreveport. Tomakk is the...
BRF INITIATIVES
BRF maintains and promotes the InterTech Science Park, an 800-acre urban Brownfields, smart growth initiative located in the Kings Highway/Mansfield Road area of Shreveport. The resident companies represent pharmaceutical, digital and entertainment media, drug discovery, venture capital support and environmental industries.
The Center for Molecular Imaging and Therapy, formerly the PET Imaging Center, was established as the first positron emission tomography imaging center in Louisiana. It specializes in the production and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals, technologically advanced clinical trials and research opportunities for scientists.
The Entrepreneurial Accelerator Program (EAP), launched in 2014, seeks out and evaluates new products and ideas, and with its team of professional analysts, helps entrepreneurs determine the best business model for their product, and grooms them to present their product to investors.
The BRF is committed to providing training and education for our community. The BRF chooses to invest in programs that cultivate a workforce with the skills, understanding, and creativity to excel in a knowledge economy.
The Digital Media Institute at InterTech prepares students through a one-year accelerated program offering experience in animation, visual artifacts and computer graphics for film and interactive gaming in a real-world atmosphere. The Institute’s mission is to deliver rapid 21st century training to students to prepare them for careers in digital media.
BRF created the Envision Research in 2015 to seek and pursue new research initiatives and provide support for the conduct of clinical trials towards new treatments and diagnostics, improvement of patient care and economic development of North Louisiana.
Mission
Diversify and grow our region’s economy.
Vision
Operate as a catalyst to expand and develop research, entrepreneurship and high-growth businesses in our region.
Values
Innovation. Collaboration. Problem Solving. Bold Action.
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2031 Kings Highway
Shreveport, LA 71103
318-716-4100