With growing clusters of medical companies linked to university specialisation, this sector has enormous potential to grow. It needs to take advantage of the increasing need to deliver healthcare services to an ageing population and the opportunities to develop new healthcare technologies.
The South West of England is a major centre of biomedical research with internationally recognised expertise, employing around 15,000 people in 500 companies. However, employment in the sector is growing faster than the national average with a 48% increase between 1998 and 2004.
The biomedical industry in the South West is dynamic, constantly exploring opportunities for partnering, licensing and forging positive collaborations.
For more information on the biotechnology sector in South West England, please visit www.southwestengland.co.uk.
For more information, please contact:
Gugs Lushai
Head of Bio-Medical
Tel: 0117 9330356
Email: gagan.lushai@southwestrda.org.uk
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