Northeast Ohio is strong in several key industries including polymers, liquid crystal displays, chemicals, bioscience, fuel cells, distribution and logistics. As a whole, the State of Ohio continues to be at the forefront of many technological advances in these fields as well as advanced energy, aerospace, motor vehicle and parts manufacturing, agriculture and food processing, and professional and financial services. Ohio invests heavily in research and development to drive advances in critically important areas that will strengthen its position in the global economy.