3M scientists leverage research and development to enhance our 46 technology platforms, which range from adhesives and abrasives, to ceramics and nanotechnology. With labs in 36 countries, one idea always leads to the next, igniting momentum to make progress possible around the world.

3M recently opened lab at corporate headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is the new creative home for up to 700 scientists in six different divisions. The building is designed to foster collaboration, setting up scientists to succeed carrying out 3M's vision of 3M technology advancing every company, 3M products enhancing every home and 3M innovation improving every life.

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