362 MSEK
Capital injected in life science ecosystem innovation
>850
Seminars and Networking Events with >35000 participants
~154.000 sqm
rentable Labs & Office spaces - Health Innovation Labs & Offices
What makes Gothenburg a hotspot for innovation in Life Science?
"Master of Collaboration" is a series of articles created in partnership with Gothenburg’s life science community. Meet the people shaping life science in Gothenburg — featuring individuals who bring unique perspectives, drive innovation, and inspire both local and global impact.
International attention on Gothenburg’s HealthTech
With a tech-driven healthcare system, strong public–private collaboration and a growing innovation culture, Gothenburg is emerging as a key European HealthTech hub.
One of those taking note is Frode Landmoen, Ecosystem Development at IBM and jury member for the 2025 HealthTech Award.
Looking Ahead: Why Gothenburg is an attractive place for Life Science
With a strong ecosystem of companies, research and infrastructure, Gothenburg serves as a natural hub for international life science collaboration.
One of those recognizing the region’s potential is Montse Daban Marín, Strategic Foresight Director at Biocat and a key contributor to European innovation clusters.
From idea to impact: Mediq supports startups in market access
Developing a medtech innovation is one thing. Bringing it into healthcare systems requires navigating complex market access processes across Europe.
Together with the CO-AX Accelerator, Mediq Innovation Experts GmbH support startups in this journey, providing expertise in European market access.
Why UC Berkeley is looking to Gothenburg for life science
Gothenburg is attracting global experts in innovation and technology leadership, strengthening the city’s position as an international life science hub.
One of them is Bowman Heiden from the University of California, Berkeley, who collaborates closely with Gothenburg’s life science ecosystem through Sahlgrenska Science Park.
Building an ecosystem for future life-saving treatments
West Sweden’s life science ecosystem is being built through close collaboration between academia, healthcare and industry, with Gothenburg as a key hub for innovation and leadership.
At the center of this development is Sahlgrenska Science Park, with CEO Cecilia Edebo as a driving force.
Our Organisation
Accelerate tech for health
CO-AX is the healthtech accelerator where bold ideas meet real-world healthcare. We fast-track early-stage startups with the potential to transform health systems, improve patient outcomes, and drive sustainable change.
CO-AX Accelerator offers a hands-on, curated program combining entrepreneurial drive with deep industry insight. Our focus is clear: healthtech solutions that matter – to people, professionals, and society.
Our Ecosystem at Medicinareberget
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Tre stiftelser
Elderly Care
Biotech Center
Business hub
Sahlgrenska Science Park
Health Innovation Labs
Institute of Odontology University of Gothenburg
Sahlgrenska Science Park,
CO-AX incubator and accelerator, Health Innovation Labs
Sahlgrenska University Hospital
University of Gothenburg
Chalmers University of Technology
Gothia Forum:
Clinical Studies
Faculty of Science and Technology
University of Gothenburg
Sahlgrenska Academy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Gothenburg
A Working Lab @ Sahlgrenska
Zoologen - New labs and offices 2026
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Medicinaregatan 8a
Sahlgrenska Science Park
The Largest Tech Startup Ecosystem for Health Innovation in the Nordics.
Arvid Wallgrens Backe 20 (Biotech Center)
Sahlgrenska Science Park
Biotech Center
Business hub
At the heart of innovation — Sahlgrenska Science Park’s headquarters at the Biotech Center fuels the future of life science.
Pop-up lounge at Sahlgrenska – an open, flexible co-working space for collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
Ground floor. No access card required.
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-20:00
Medicinaregatan 8a
Medicinaregatan 9c
Sahlgrenska Science Park
Sahlgrenska Science Park provide collaborative offices and lab spaces in partnership with Akademiska Hus.
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GoWest Capital 2026
Gothenburg’s and west Sweden’s annual venture capital forum for investors, startups and scaleups.
We’re bringing together bold founders, leading investors, corporates, and policymakers for three days of insights, connections, and capital.
Eriksbergshallen, Hisingen
Our Partners
We bring together startups, scaleups, healthcare providers, academia, industry, and the public sector – creating a unique platform for cross-sector innovation. Sahlgrenska Science Park is the node where healthcare, industry, and academia converge, enabling collaboration that is both strategic and hands-on.
Together with our partners, we support early-stage companies, drive impactful projects, and contribute to the transformation of healthcare systems both regionally and globally.
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