357 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.
Innovation in Focus: Gothenburg Gains International Attention in HealthTech
With a tech-driven healthcare system, strong public-private collaboration, and a growing innovation culture, Gothenburg is becoming increasingly recognized as a key player in European HealthTech. One person taking note is Frode Landmoen, Ecosystem Development at IBM – jury member for the 2025 HealthTech Award.
Looking Ahead: Why Gothenburg Is an Attractive Place for Life Science
With a thriving ecosystem of companies, research institutions, and infrastructure, Gothenburg has become a natural hub for international collaboration in life science. One of the people who sees the region’s potential is Montse Daban Marín, Strategic Foresight Director at Biocat and a key figure in the development of European innovation clusters.
Digital Simulation Is Shaping Tomorrow’s Care Team: Mirno Brings Teamwork Innovation to Gothenburg
Digital simulation technology from an international team in the CO-AX Accelerator is now being used to enhance collaboration and communication among healthcare students at Sahlgrenska Academy. Mirno, one of the high-potential startups in Gothenburg’s growing life science ecosystem, is helping shape how tomorrow’s care teams work together – before it counts in real life.
From Idea to Impact – Jan Wende and His Team at Mediq Help Startups Navigate Market Access from Gothenburg
Developing a medtech innovation is one thing. Bringing it all the way to market – and into healthcare systems – is something entirely different. That’s where we at Mediq Innovation Experts GmbH come in. Working closely with the CO-AX Accelerator, Jan Wende, Managing Director & Founder, Mediq Innovation Experts GmbH, and his team support startups in navigating the complex landscape of market access across Europe.
Global Expertise Meets Local Innovation – Why UC Berkeley Is Looking to Gothenburg for the Future of Life Science
Gothenburg isn’t just attracting Nordic startups and established corporates—it’s drawing the attention of global experts in innovation and technology leadership. One of them is Bowman Heiden from the University of California, Berkeley, who has chosen to collaborate closely with Gothenburg’s life science ecosystem through a partnership with Sahlgrenska Science Park.
Building an Ecosystem enabling the future of life saving treatments – Cecilia Edebo on Why Gothenburg Attracts Life Science Innovation
With a growing ecosystem, strong collaboration across academia, healthcare, and industry, and increasing international visibility, Gothenburg is emerging as a leading life science hub. At the heart 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
.png)
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
.jpg)
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.
News
Filters
Showing -
Zoologen Opens New Labs and Offices in 2026 – Join Gothenburg’s Expanding Life Science Cluster
The historic Zoologen building, ideally situated between the University of Gothenburg and Sahlgrenska University Hospital, is set to reopen in autumn 2026 with newly renovated laboratory and office spaces. With modern infrastructure and a prime location on Medicinareberget, Zoologen is positioned to become a cornerstone of the city’s growing Life Science ecosystem.
Geras Solutions Awarded HealthTech Award 2025 for Groundbreaking Dementia Tool
Geras Solutions has been named the winner of this year’s prestigious HealthTech Award for its pioneering digital solution enabling early detection and assessment of dementia. As global populations age and dementia becomes an increasingly urgent public health challenge, the company's innovative approach stands out as a beacon of hope and transformation for healthcare systems.
Events
Filters
Showing -
26/8/2025
Your Gateway to German Healthcare
This fall join us and partners Sahlgrenska Science Park and medIQ for a webinar on navigating the German healthcare system. Then Oct 21–23, travel with us to Berlin, Göttingen & Frankfurt to meet key players, explore innovation clusters, and gain insights into Europe’s leading healthcare ecosystem.
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.
.png)
