Life sciences

Skåne is part of Medicon Valley – the renowned life science cluster at the centre of Nordic life science innovation. The cluster is home to a vibrant ecosystem which includes a vast talent pool and world-leading academic institutions and research infrastructure.

Lund University Innovation hub: Lund University (LU) is a public research university in Sweden and one of the oldest in northern Europe. LU Innovation is a hub for innovation and commercialisation and the Tech Transfer Office at the university.​
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Innovation Skåne: Region Skåne’s innovation company which, together with private and public actors, guide and develop new opportunities for innovation and growth that improve Skåne, and the world.
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MAX IV is a synchrotron light source and offers the world’s strongest X-rays, and is available to scientists from both academia and industry. The facility welcomes researchers from a vast range of industry sectors, including life science, biotech, medicine, and food, to name a few. 
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Set to open in 2026-2027, the European Spallation Source in Lund will be the world’s most powerful neutron source. It’s expected to facilitate multi-disciplinary research, and will open to researchers from both academia and industry.
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Medicon Village Science Park: A life science research park and a venue for research, innovation and business development in the field. It is located in Lund, close to Lund University and Skåne University Hospital.
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Ideon Science Park:  35+ years of experience supporting growing companies. It is home to over 400 companies focusing on healthtech, future transportations, smart cities and smart materials. 
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Medeon Science Park & Incubator: This is a science park for companies within life science. It offers networks, office space and support in business development.
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Smile Venture Hub: This is a non-profit business incubator located at Medicon Village in Lund which specialises in life science. 
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Medeon Science Park & Incubator: The science park offers networks, office space and support in business development.
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Lund University consistently ranks among the top universities in the world and is considered to be one of the biggest Nordic educational and research institutions. It is home to LU Innovation, a hub for innovation and commercialisation, and the Tech Transfer Office.
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