Biotech companies dominate the business of life sciences in San Diego County. They have exciting products, sexy stories and huge cash needs that keep venture capital companies busy.It wasn’t always like that. Two decades ago, the local biotech industry was tiny. Medical device-makers were the stars, led by high-profile companies such as Ivac Corp., a maker of infusion pumps. While there are still many medical device companies locally, they don’t get the attention or the cash that’s lavished on biotech.
