Vigene Biosciences Inc.’s has opened its new research facility in Rockville.
The opening of a new laboratory at 5 Research Court — near Interstate-270’s Shady Grove Road exit — significantly increases the biotech’s Rockville footprint, adding 51,000 square feet to its existing 20,000 square feet at a separate facility nearby. The project cost more than $20 million, according to Vigene.