Biotechnology
Natural products and marine science.
Discover the life sciences sub-sectors
There are a number of growth areas in life sciences across the Highlands and Islands. Discover more about what they are and how they're contributing to our regional economy.
Digital health and medical technologies
Transforming healthcare and medical advances.
Animal bioscience and aquaculture
Supporting animal and fish health in our region.
Upcoming events
Have a look at the events we have coming up for those working in the life sciences sector.
16/06/2026
- 11/08/2025
Aquaculture UK 2026
Time: 09:00am - 05:00pm
Did you know..
In life sciences across our region, there are:
80
Life sciences organisations
2500
people working in the industry
5
universities active in life sciences
194
annual turnover
Business support
Find out how we can help you develop and grow your life sciences business. We can also help you connect with business, academia and research organisations.
Browse all support services
We support businesses, communities and social enterprises through a range of services, including advice, funding, events and property. Find out how we can help you.
HIE Green Grant Fund
The HIE Green Grant Fund provides up to £250,000 to businesses and social enterprises to support their journey to net zero.
HIE's Innovation Service
HIE's innovation service can provide you with expert advice and funding to help you get your ideas off the ground.
Life sciences growth fund
The Life Sciences Growth Fund supports capital investments in the life sciences sector.
Inverness Campus
Inverness Campus is a world-class business location with pioneering facilities bringing together businesses, researchers, academia and scientists.
European Marine Science Park
Home to an established community which includes innovative businesses, world-class research, excellent workspaces and facilities, a skilled talent pool, and strong government support for business.
News from the life sciences sector
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