Sweden’s life science industry is experiencing rapid growth, boasting top talent, cutting-edge R&D, and highly specialised manufacturing capabilities that are addressing global health challenges.

Life sciences represent one of the largest export categories and stand as a testament to the nation’s long-standing commitment to medical innovation and scientific excellence. In a unique ecosystem with world-class research institutions, collaborating closely with industry to drive breakthrough discoveries, we continue to shape the future of global healthcare and science through cutting-edge research and development.

  • Annual R&D investments of EUR 5 billion in Life Sciences
  • 4,000 companies and a high rate of university spinouts
  • Large exporter of pharmaceutical products (EUR 13 billion annually)
  • Unique IP rights for academic research enable early-stage commercialization
  • Open research infrastructure with an extensive network of biobanks and health data registries
  • Extensive infrastructure for Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP)


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