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German Biotech Expanding Operations In Montgomery County
Along with its plans to hire an additional 130 people, Miltenyi Biotec will move its North American headquarters to Montgomery County.

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Along with its plans to hire an additional 130 people, Miltenyi Biotec will move its North American headquarters to Montgomery County.

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