Coriell Institute breaks ground on new innovation center in Camden, New Jersey

CAMDEN, N.J. (WPVI) -- Construction will soon get underway on a new science center in Camden, New Jersey.

The Coriell Institute for Medical Research held a groundbreaking on the 1300 block of Walnut Street for its new campus Thursday morning.

The building will also house a new innovation center to help support emerging biotech companies.

Governor Phil Murphy and other local officials joined Coriell President and CEO Jean-Pierre Issa for the ceremony.