Location
In the last few years the Munich Biotech Cluster has experienced an exceptional rate of development. With a total of 180 Life Science companies Munich is home to one of the top biotechnology centers in Europe. 96 small and medium-sized biotech enterprises together employ nearly 2,200 people and have more than 80 products in their product pipelines.
A number of factors have contributed to Munich's success. Of particular importance in the ongoing development of commercial biotechnology is the proximity of excellent scientific research institutes, an excellent infrastructure, a sufficient supply of capital, role-models in the form of firms that have already attained success, as well as highly qualified employees. Bodies that assist in the transfer of technology also help to successfully commercialize research ideas.
