Worcester Polytechnic Institute opened its Life Sciences and Bioengineering Center. With a ribbon cutting ceremony held at the new facility, WPI president and CEO Dennis Berkey launched a new era in life sciences and bioengineering for both WPI and Central Mass. 
The first new facility to be built at Gateway Park, the Center serves as the focal point for graduate education and research in the life sciences and related engineering fields.  
Gateway Park's opening coincides with Gov. Deval Patrick's pledge to invest $1 billion to promote and support biotechnology development initiatives over the next 10 years through the Mass. Life Sciences Initiative.