Life Science

The Life Science sector encompasses interdisciplinary industries that combine science and advanced technologies to improve quality of life. It includes areas such as the development of new pharmaceuticals, innovative medical devices, and cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic methods—including the use of stem cells, genetic analysis, and digital technologies like artificial intelligence.

Industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, MedTech, and cosmetology are among the most dynamic and innovation-driven segments of the economy. In the Łódź region, these industries are strongly represented and supported by a robust scientific, research, and business infrastructure.

Łódź is home to the largest research and teaching facility in Poland affiliated with the Medical University of Łódź—the Central Clinical Hospital (CKD).

Main Areas of Specialization and Sector Structure

In the Łódź metropolitan area, six main industries have been identified within the Life Science sector:

MED-TECH – medical technologies | 459 companies | 5,210 employees
PHARMA-TECH – pharmaceuticals and supplements | 25 companies | 755 employees
FOOD-TECH – functional and organic food | 1,034 companies | 6,030 employees
BEAUTY – cosmetics and personal care | 104 companies | 1,520 employees
BIO-TECH – biotechnology | 42 companies | 700 employees
BIO-CHEM – biochemistry and specialty chemicals | 170 companies | 2,065 employees

The ecosystem is further complemented by:

220 laboratories
8,698 supporting entities
Numerous business support institutions, science and technology parks, and R&D centers

Talent and Educational Potential

Total employment in the Life Science sector and its ecosystem in the Łódź region is approximately 69,000 people, with strong potential for further growth thanks to a well-developed academic base:

20 universities offering Life Science-related programs
42 academic programs (2024/2025)
Approximately 12,600 students and over 4,500 graduates annually

In-Depth Data

A full analysis of the Life Science sector in the Łódź region, including detailed data, is available in a dedicated presentation.

Download the Report: Life Science The DNA of Łódź and the Metropolitan Area

Download presentation: Life Science DNA Łodzi i aglomeracji

Industry Events

Invest in Łódź organizes Tech4Life, the region’s flagship Life Science event. It serves as a platform for knowledge exchange among industry, science, and healthcare professionals. Tech4Life focuses on current challenges and technological trends in Life Science, such as digitalization, AI in medicine, data security, and the development of specialized healthcare services.