BioSpark Labs Welcomes Artelon

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Artelon®, a leader in dynamic biomaterial innovation, is expanding its Manufacturing and Research and Development activities to BioSpark Labs.

“This expansion to BioSpark enhances our capability to support rapid commercial growth and opens new opportunities for biomaterial innovation. Furthermore, this location connects us to the world-class facilities and collaborative biotech talent in the Georgia Tech ecosystem“ stated Jeff Byrne, the Chief Financial Officer with Artelon.
Artelon is headquartered in Sandy Springs, GA, and manufactures FLEXBAND®, a next-generation dynamic biomaterial used in the surgical repair of tendon and ligament injuries. Artelon’s novel solutions are engineered to enhance the strength and natural motion of healing soft tissues.

For more information, please click on the website link here: https://www.artelon.com/

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