Collaboration as daily practice
The strength of Leiden Bio Science Park lies in the way different partners interact. Research institutes share facilities with start-ups, students work alongside entrepreneurs, and international pharmaceutical companies collaborate with innovators. This creates an environment where ideas quickly move from lab to market.
Concrete examples can be found across the park’s focus areas: regenerative medicine & ATMPs; vaccines and infectious diseases; early diagnostics & new tech; prevention & lifestyle; and data, AI and & MedTech. Each of these domains requires cross-sector expertise and in Leiden, collaboration across the value chain is the norm rather than the exception.
Attracting and developing international talent
Collaboration also extends to talent development. Beingo ne of the largest life sciences hubs in Europe, Leiden attracts students, researchers, and professionals from all over the world. International educational programs, tailored recruitment initiatives, and the lively community provide a fertile ground for the next generation of innovators. For many, the choice is clear: they want to be part of an ecosystem where collaboration not only drives science, but also careers.
Strengthening ties with Asia
Leiden Bio Science Park has deep international connections, illustrated by the presence of major American corporates such as Johnson & Johnson and Bristol Myers Squibb. These global players strengthen the ecosystem and underline its relevance on the world stage.
While national and European collaborations remain strong, Leiden Bio Science Park is also increasingly building bridges with Asia, including strong partnerships with Japan and India.
Such ties reflect a broader global trend: the need to connect Europe’s scientific excellence with Asia’s fast-growing life sciences markets. By acting as a gateway between regions, Leiden Bio Science Park not only strengthens its own position, but also contributes to The Netherlands’ role in global health innovation.
Looking ahead
As the ecosystem continues to grow, three factors stand out as pillars of future success: collaboration, talent, and global health impact. These are not abstract ambitions, but already tangible strengths that already define daily life at Leiden Bio Science Park.
The Dutch Life Sciences Conference offers an important moment to highlight these achievements and share them with the wider community. Collaboration has never been more essential, talent remains the most precious resource, and international ties – from Europe to Asia – are the bridges on which future breakthroughs will be built.
Discover more about Leiden Bio Science Park and its collaborative ecosystem at www.leidenbiosciencepark.nl.