All the ingredients are here. Now it’s time to make the connections that matter.
Prof. Paul Coffer, Vice-Dean Utrecht Life Sciences
Accelerator Utrecht
a next-generation scale-up community opening in 2026
Europe’s Most Concentrated Life Sciences Ecosystem
Located at the heart of the Netherlands, Utrecht Science Park is Europe’s most concentrated ecosystem for life sciences research and innovation.
Within 1.5 km² you’ll find over 31,000 employees, 55,000 students, and 80+ advanced facilities — all within walking distance.
From molecular discovery to clinical application, every step of the life sciences value chain is represented in this unique ecosystem.
Leading Knowledge Institutes
Utrecht Science Park brings together leading knowledge institutions that collectively shape one of Europe’s most vibrant life sciences ecosystems.
HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht
Advancing practice-based research and innovation in health, technology, and sustainability, and connecting education with real-world challenges
Hubrecht Institute
Internationally recognised for breakthroughs in stem cell and developmental biology
Prinses Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology
Europe’s largest and most integrated paediatric oncology research and treatment centre
UMC Utrecht
Afgelopen vrijdag vond de eerste Utrecht Science Park Night Run plaats. Met 1800 deelnemers was het evenement volledig uitverkocht. “Dit is een mooie manier om samen met je medestudenten of collega’s het weekend feestelijk in te luiden.”
Utrecht University
De Utrechtse start-up Beephonix groeit dankzij de inzet van werkstudenten via Topselect, waarbij hun innovatieve microfoontechniek voor hoorimplantaten ook wordt toegepast voor het detecteren van drones.
Westerdijk Institute
De Universiteit Utrecht is de eerste Nederlandse universiteit die het KNAW-manifest ‘Duurzaam denken, duurzaam doen’ ondertekent en zo haar inzet voor duurzaamheid als kern van haar missie bevestigt.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Utrecht Science Park
Utrecht Science Park offers a dynamic environment where research and entrepreneurship go hand in hand.
Across the campus, a network of innovation hubs supports new ventures from idea to market, providing access to labs, expertise, and investors.
Key innovation partners include:
Together, they form a complete innovation pipeline. From proof-of-concept to scale-up. All within one connected ecosystem.
👉 For opportunities related to workspace, funding, or business support, please visit the Utrecht Science Park entrepreneurship page to contact the start-up and scale-up liaison officer.
Utrecht Science Park is our golden square kilometre — a place where knowledge, innovation, and collaboration come together in exceptional density.
Sharon Dijksma, Mayor of Utrecht
Access for External Partners
Many of Utrecht’s research facilities welcome external users through fee-for-service or rental models.
Whether you’re an academic partner, start-up, or growing company, you can access world-class infrastructure without permanent in-house investment.
Why Collaboration Works Here
Utrecht’s interdisciplinary approach across six thematic communities, combined with close physical proximity, enables unique cross-pollination of ideas. Shared infrastructure reduces costs, increases efficiency, and accelerates discovery. Meanwhile, access to 55,000+ students and young professionals ensures an unparalleled talent pipeline for your projects.
Key facts
31,000
Employees Across Academia, Healthcare & Industry
55,000+
Students Within Walking Distance
150+
Organisations And Companies On Campus
06
Knowledge Institutes Within 1.5 Km²
01
Of Europe’s Largest Graduate Schools For The Life Sciences.
Top-3
Competitive Region In Europe