The Leipzig region has firmly positioned itself among Europe’s most dynamic hubs for life sciences and biotechnology.
- Over 400 companies employing around 5,000 people are established at the Bio City Leipzig campus, complemented by advanced infrastructures like GMP clean-rooms, digital-health platforms and dedicated accelerator programmes.
- Research-intensive institutions such as the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology (IZI) and the University of Leipzig Medical Faculty anchor a vibrant innovation ecosystem where cell & gene therapies, digital diagnostics and translational medical devices are rapidly moving from concept to clinic.
With more than 100,000 m² of planned lab and office space under development at the Life Science Campus, and strong logistics links via the Leipzig/Halle hub, the region provides both infrastructure and talent to support next-generation health ventures.
Leipzig’s strength in life sciences is rooted in a long tradition of medical research and training at the University of Leipzig, supported by leading research institutes and a regional healthcare landscape with numerous specialised clinics and interregional medical centres.
