Scotland’s life sciences sector is truly world-class, home to renowned researchers and successful businesses.
We have the most comprehensive national life sciences strategy in the world, backed by industry, academia, the National Health Service and government.
Scotland is also one of Europe’s leading financial centres.
It could be your greatest discovery…
A global centre of excellence in Life Sciences
- An amazing history in life sciences and a great future: from penicillin to the p53 tumour suppressor gene.
- Researchers with global reputations, including Prof Sir David Lane and Prof Sir Philip Cohen.
- Dynamic, successful businesses – including Cyclacel, Optos, Ardana, ProStrakan and LifeScan Scotland.
About this website
Here you’ll find information on Scotland’s impressive track record in life sciences, including the capabilities of 560 life science organisations that have chosen to make Scotland their home.
The website also introduces you who can help you collaborate with Scottish organisations, to find fast and effective solutions.
Help to find the information you need
If you can’t find the information you need from this website simply send an enquiry form.

