A diverse future industry
The diverse industry, which encompasses the pharmaceutical, bio technology and medical technology sectors, has deep roots in the state of Salzburg. The expertise is concentrated in a wide range of companies, from start-ups and highly innovative SMEs, to subsidiaries of specialised corporations and global market leaders. The business activities revolve mainly around diagnostics, dental technology and nutritional supplements.
An increasing number of companies from other industries are also entering the growing life sciences market as service providers and product suppliers. These companies specialise in plastics technology, electronics, precision mechanics, mechatronics and mechanical engineering.
There is a great demand for information and knowledge about this future-oriented industry. Innovation Salzburg therefore offers advice and guidance for companies that want to flourish in the field of life sciences or are looking for research partners.
Focus areas in Salzburg
Life Sciences
Research
In recent decades, there has been a significant investment in the expansion of the life sciences sector, making Salzburg an internationally recognized research hub.
Life Sciences
Education
From early childhood education programs in the STEM subjects (Mathematics, Information Technology, Natural Sciences, and Technology) to university and college studies, Salzburg offers a wide range of opportunities to learn and further educate oneself in the field of life sciences.
Life Sciences
Companies
The mix makes it: Learn more about the versatile life science companies in Salzburg.
1. September 2022
Research and Transfer Centers in Salzburg
Salzburg has a strong research landscape with six universities and universities of applied sciences, as well as numerous non-university research institutions. The WISS2025 initiative further strengthens research structures in Salzburg.
30. June 2022
Salzburg’s Top Research Presented Itself in Vienna
Salzburg’s research landscape is impressive! To showcase flagship projects from the WISS, the Science and Research Strategy of the State of Salzburg, in the fields of Cybersecurity, Life Sciences, Circular Economy, and Startup Salzburg, Innovation Salzburg organized the WISS Roadshow on Wednesday, June 29th, at the House of Engineers in Vienna.
24. June 2022
START-Prize of over one million euros for young researcher
The bioscientist Elfriede Dall from the University of Salzburg has been awarded the START Prize, Austria’s most highly endowed and recognised science prize for young researchers. Over the next six years, the prize winner will have 1.2 million euros at her disposal for her research on the cell protein legumain.
8. November 2021
Philip Levine Research Award for Salzburg team
Eva Rohde and her team at Paracelsus Medical University are being awarded the Philip Levine Prize by the German Society for Transfusion Medicine and Immunohematology for their outstanding scientific work.
13. August 2021
Fighting Covid-19 as an economic boost
Covid19 has undoubtedly shaken up many things. Entire industries have had and continue to struggle with the effects; it is not predictable how quickly it will truly end. It is precisely this uncertain situation, the shift to digital processes, and the new significance of medical services that means a boost for some companies and initiatives.
19. July 2021
Using digital tools to improve sleep
Digital help for people with sleep problems: A virtual sleep lab will offer digital sleep analysis as well as coaching for optimizing sleep hygiene and sleep environment.