UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND

MaineHealth Receives $2M to Establish Maine's First Clinical Research Unit at Biddeford Hospital

- MaineHealth secured $2 million from the Maine Technology Institute to create the state's first Clinical Research Unit, a 5,500-square-foot facility at Maine Medical Center Biddeford scheduled to open in 2027. - The dedicated research facility will enable 20-40 patients in its first year to participate in clinical trials closer to home, eliminating the need to travel to Boston for certain studies. - The unit will focus on common Maine conditions including oncology, cardiovascular disease, infectious disease, and mental health, featuring observation rooms for overnight stays and dedicated pharmacy services. - The facility represents a strategic investment in Maine's life sciences infrastructure, providing early-career researchers with expanded opportunities while improving health equity for rural communities.