Cooperations & Networks
of biotechnology in NRW
BioRegions
On behalf of the state government represented by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of North Rhine-Westphalia, BIO.NRW acts as the umbrella organization for the BioRegions.
In industrial biotechnology, we work closely together with CLIB.
bioanalytik-muenster
Region Münster
The association supports the development of the Münster region into a leading European bioanalytic location and the development into a model region for new technologies in the health sector.
![bioanalytic-muenster](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/bioanalytic-muenster.jpg.pagespeed.ce.nMCCCVw2GY.jpg)
- New technologies for the health sector
- Nanobioanalytics
- Competence Network
BioCologne
Region Cologne
BioCologne promotes the transfer of ideas, knowledge, and technology of the life-science into practice.
![BioCologne](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BioCologne.jpg.pagespeed.ce.JnggmH0vwW.jpg)
- Biotechnology
- Bioscience
- Knowledge Transfer
BioIndustry e.V.
Ruhr Area & East Westphalia
The focus of all activities of BioIndustry is the support of biotechnology in all applications.
![Bioindustry-Logo](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Bioindustry-Logo.jpg.pagespeed.ce.QsSs1jhBda.jpg)
- Promotion of Biotechnology
- Service-Network
- Industry Meeting
BioRiver e.V.
Cologne/ Dusseldorf
BioRiver is the industry association for the biotechnology and life sciences sectors in the Rhineland metropolitan region.
![bioriver_550x350](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/bioriver_550x350.jpg)
- Biotechnology and Life Sciences
- Industry Association
- Innovation and Start-ups
LifeScienceNet
Düsseldorf
The LifeScienceNet Düsseldorf – an initiative of the Life Science Center Düsseldorf, the Chamber of Commerce Düsseldorf and the state capital Düsseldorf – is a communication and cooperation platform for science and business.
![LifeScienceNet](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/LifeScienceNet.jpg.pagespeed.ce.9RcUmxwOew.jpg)
- Cooperation Network
- Technology Transfer
- Start-up Support
MedLife e.V.
Region Aachen
MedLife e.V. aims to strengthen the Aachen region supra-regionally as an innovative location for the health industry, medical technology, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and analytics.
![MedLife-Logo](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/MedLife-Logo-1.jpg.pagespeed.ce.b2X7jBNJD6.jpg)
- Life Science
- BioMedTech – Network
- Multiplier
Regional competence networks
Förderverein Biotechnologie NRW e.V.
NRW
We are committed to the development of new drugs and diagnostics. Our goal is to promote biotechnology in North Rhine-Westphalia.
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- Biotechnology
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Medical Engineering
BioSC
(Bioeconomy Science Center)
NRW
The BioSC is a competence center for bioeconomy research, founded by RWTH Aachen University, the University of Bonn, HHU Düsseldorf and Forschungszentrum Jülich.
![BioSC-Logo-RGB](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BioSC-Logo-RGB.jpg.pagespeed.ce.v5iN1wazqS.jpg)
- Integrated Bioeconomy Reserach
- Technologies & Concepts
- Education
Stem Cell Network NRW
NRW
The Stem Cell Network NRW brings together stem cell research activities in North Rhine-Westphalia using a transdisciplinary approach and interconnects them nationally and globally.
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- Research
- Dialogue
- Translation
BioökonomieREVIER
Rhineland
Model region for sustainable bioeconomy
regional. innovative. circular
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- Bioeconomy
- Innovation
- Knowledge transfer
National associations
BIO Deutschland e.V.
Germany
As national biotechnology industry association, we represent the interests of our members in politics, connect players and promote biotechnology.
![Bio-Deutschland](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Bio-Deutschland.jpg.pagespeed.ce.ArJh1We_2u.jpg)
- Biotechnology
- Companies
- Framework
vfa bio
Germany
vfa bio seeks to exploit the therapeutic and economic potential of biotechnology to make Germany the leading biotech location in Europe.
![vfa-bio_gross](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/vfa-bio_gross.jpg.pagespeed.ce.UfluiR8aXX.jpg)
- Medical Biotechnology
- Biopharmaceuticals: Original products and Biosimilars
- Orphan Drugs
- ATMP
Institutions in NRW
NRW.Bank
NRW
NRW.BANK is Germany’s biggest state promotional bank. It supports its owner, the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, in its structural and economic policy tasks.
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- Funding
- Business Promotion
- Start-up funding
NRW.Europa
NRW
As partner of the Enterprise Europe Network we support small and medium sized companies in North Rhine-Westphalia on their way to sustainable growth. #EENCanHelp
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- Access2Markets
- Access2Partners
- Access2Finance
NRW.Global Business GmbH
NRW and worldwide
NRW.Global Business supports you in entering new markets, networking with international business partners or assists your investment projects in NRW.
![Logo_NRW Invest_NRW global business_cmyk_NEU](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Logo_NRW.Global_Business_sRGB-002.jpg.pagespeed.ce.92ENdicYqk.jpg)
- Foreign trade promotion from one source
- Partner for a successful settlement in NRW
- Partner for the development of new foreign markets
NRW.Innovationspartner
NRW
Your direct access to one of the largest innovation networks in NRW.
![NRW-Innovationspartner](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/NRW-Innovationspartner.jpg)
- Innovation Network
- Know-how Transfer
- Innovation & Digitalization Consulting
PROVendis GmbH
NRW
Acting as a professional service provider in the entire field of IP management for universities and companies we accelerate technology transfer between science and industry.
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- Intellectual Property (IP)
- Know-how Transfer
- Research Collaborations
ZENIT GmbH
NRW
ZENIT GmbH, founded in 1984, is a public-private partnership with around 60 employees and the agency for innovation and European affairs of the German State of North Rhine-Westphalia.
![zenit_logo_RGB](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/zenit_logo_RGB.jpg.pagespeed.ce.zX3HLpmBl0.jpg)
- NRW and Europe
- Funding
- Strategic Innovation Consulting
International institutions
BIG-Cluster
(BioInnovation Growth mega-Cluster)
International
A strong partnership for a sustainable bio economy in the trilateral region of North Rhine-Westphalia, the Netherlands, and Flanders.
![BIG-C_web_600px](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/BIG-C_web_600px.jpg.pagespeed.ce.aHs3Xx-LWC.jpg)
- Cross-border initiative
- Biobased and circular economy
- Transformation of the chemical industry
CLIB
International
CLIB is a professional networker in industrial biotechnology, across disciplines, regions &
nations; bringing together the expertise needed to create sustainable products & processes.
![CLIB_2018](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/CLIB_2018_pfade.jpg.pagespeed.ce.r9LOTK1vI9.jpg)
- Biotechnology
- Bioeconomy
- Open Innovation
EuropaBio
International
EuropaBio, the European Association for Bioindustries, is the recognised voice of the European biotech community championing world-class solutions for society’s challenges.
![EB_logo_transparent-background](https://bio.nrw.de/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/EB_logo_transparent-background.png.pagespeed.ce.DmJOHcmXNE.png)
- Biotechnology
- Life Science
- European Union