Scotland is a country rich in research and entrepreneurial talent and, as a result, the Scottish life sciences industry is one of the most innovative and exciting in the world. The life sciences industry in Scotland has world-leading capabilities across several sectors, with many lucrative opportunities for potential investors.
The Financial Times Group has named Scotland as one of the best places in Europe to do business, and the country has much to offer your life science company.
The advantages of the Scottish life sciences industry
The life sciences industry in Scotland benefits from a great deal of collaboration between academia, industry, the public sector and health authorities. A supportive legislative environment is conducive to growth and millions of pounds of Scottish Government investment is available for life science research each year, helping companies achieve success.
- A powerful life science research and technology base includes in excess of 620 organisations and over 31,000 employees.
- Scotland has specific expertise in oncology, diabetes, cardiovascular and central nervous system diseases, virology, immunology and regenerative technology.
- The Scottish life science community has access to almost 60 university and research facilities, 11,000 research staff and strong worldwide research links.
- Scotland produces a high number of the life science graduates, making it an ideal location for complex drug research and development.
- Scotland has a long track record of developing academic and commercial breakthrough activity in life sciences.
- Scottish science parks and technical centres can be found across the country, conveniently situated near to universities and industrial zones.
Support for the Scottish life sciences industry
Setting up in, or relocating a business to Scotland, means placing your operation at the heart of global research and development and at the cutting edge of the life sciences industry.
We assist the life sciences industry by attracting direct international investment and helping Scottish companies develop trade activities outside Scotland.
In addition we:
- help life science companies in Scotland obtain funding for projects;
- promote research partnerships; and
- provide advice, business mentoring, and access to specialist services to the Scottish life sciences industry.
Contact us to find out more about the assistance we offer your life science business and the Scottish life sciences industry in general.