Carolina Biological Supply Company, founded in 1927 and headquartered in Burlington, North Carolina, is a privately held supplier of science education materials. The company serves teachers, college professors, home-school educators, and educational institutions worldwide. Now owned by descendants of its founder, it has operated for over 95 years in the education sector.
The company's technical domains span life science, biology, physical science, chemistry, earth and environmental science, and forensic science. Its product range includes living organisms, biological cultures, science kits, lab equipment, chemicals, and instructional materials. Beyond physical products, Carolina operates digital platforms such as Carolina Science Online, an online resource for science education, and Carolina Distance Learning, which provides remote science education solutions. Its Knowledge Center offers free NGSS-aligned science activities, professional development resources, and product support.
For technology professionals, the company's expanding digital infrastructure - including online learning platforms and resource delivery systems - represents a growing area of technical investment. Roles in software development, data engineering, and machine learning may support platform capabilities, content delivery, and educational analytics across these digital products.
