Life sciences

The Greater Zurich Area is one of the leading locations for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies in Europe. The region attracts capital and researchers from across the globe, and is home to some of the most innovative companies in the world - from Biogen and Johnson & Johnson to Bluebird Bio and Amgen. 

As European hotspot for medical technology, it’s no coincidence that the Greater Zurich Area is home to a plethora of world-class patents for medtech innovations. Industry leaders like Roche Diagnostics, Zimmer Biomet, Stryker and more benefit from the region’s large pool of international specialists, R&D collaborations with universities and start-ups, protection of intellectual property and business-friendly environment.