Initiated at the beginning of 2003, BioneXt Tampere is a special programme aiming at the development of the region's biotechnology sector. BioneXt enhances the competitive edge of the biotechnology industry promoting health and well-being with planned investments totalling 100 MEUR by 2010. The future investments will be targeted at developing top biotechnology research, product development, clinical applications and international commercialisation, as well as joining the region's strong technology expertise resources in new biological research.

The BioneXt programme furthers co-operation between different fields of science and health care service providers, companies and financiers. At the same time, it creates a new expertise basis that enables the reinforcement of competence-intensive industries in the Tampere region. The programme is jointly conducted by the City of Tampere, local industries and health care service providers.

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