The Scottish life sciences industry offers many business opportunities in terms of drug discovery, stem cell research, bioinformatics, specialist manufacturing and medical technologies.
 
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Life science sectors in Scotland

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Scotland is home to a vibrant and fast-moving life science industry, with research, development and production activity taking place across several sectors. This diverse industry is set to continue growing and world-leading biotechnology companies have already chosen to invest in life sciences in Scotland.

The following life science sectors are thriving in Scotland:

Drug discovery

Stem cell research

Medical technologies

Translational medicine

Specialist manufacturing

Contract research organisations

Bioinformatics

Find out more about life sciences in ScotlandLife science companies have much to gain by partnering, locating, investing or expanding in Scotland.