Museum of Life + Science Receives $75,000 Gift

The Museum of Life and Science has received a $75,000 gift from the Duke Energy Foundation in the Climbing Higher Campaign to build two new outdoor learning environments: Hideaway Woods and Earth Moves.

Durham-based Company Providing Ebola Treatment Drug

Durham-based Chimerix is providing its experimental antiviral drug to a Dallas patient being treated for Ebola, an emergency step authorized by the Food and Drug Administration.

DePinto Named Director of Duke Parking and Transportation

Carl DePinto has been appointed the new director for parking and transportation services at Duke University.

RDU Receives Fitch Rating

Raleigh-Durham International Airport has received an AA- rating from Fitch Ratings on its revenue bonds, which indicates a stable outlook.

Argos Therapeutics to build $57M plant, hire 236

Argos Therapeutics will build a $57 million biomanufacturing plant in Durham County, and plans to hire 236 people.

Bryan Center Entrance to Close for Renovation

The Duke University Bryan student Center entrance will close for construction in the spring to install a glass facade. The building will be accessible by the University Store.

Durham Marriott Completes $2M Renovation

The Courtyard by Mariott Durham Hotel has finished a $2 million renovation, updating the 123 guest rooms with new carpet, bedding and furniture.