HCAR - Hershey Center for Applied Research. South Centrals Pennsylvania's Premier Research Park Located Adjacent to Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and College of Medicine.

Location

HCAR is located in Hershey, PA – an area with an established research and development community and situated in the heart of Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania is recognized as a leader in the life sciences, with a $2.1 billion Life Sciences Enterprise commitment from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Located in close proximity to a renowned medical center, teaching hospital and research institution, HCAR maintains a collaborative relationship with Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and College of Medicine which contributes to HCAR's community of business and research resources – a distinct advantage for a suburban research park.

HCAR's location is one of its many benefits, as the site blends natural surroundings with attractive, modern architecture and fosters collaborative growth among leading innovators in the life sciences. In addition, HCAR is located within short distances to York, Lancaster and Harrisburg, and is within a few hours drive of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., New York City and Pittsburgh.

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Easy Access

• Close to major cities: Philadelphia (2 hrs), Baltimore (2 hrs), Washington, D.C. (2 hrs, 45 min), New York City (3 hrs, 25 min) and Pittsburgh (4 hrs)
• Close to Pennsylvanias's capital, Harrisburg (13 miles)
• Located in East Coast biotechnology corridor, which boasts a dense concentration of innovative companies and top talent
• Within a day's drive to 40% of the U.S. population (including six of the top 10 markets) and 60% of Canada's population
• Close to transportation outlets: interstate highways, railways, public transportation and the Harrisburg International Airport