Our Partners
BIO.NRW Cluster Biotechnology North Rhine-Westphalia
North Rhine-Westphalia is situated at Europe’s geographic and economic center. It is the largest of Germany’s 16 federal states, and the number one exporter. If classified as an independent exporting nation, NRW would rank 18th in the world, on a par with the Netherlands. North Rhine-Westphalia’s state government has established a number of technology clusters to systematically improve NRW’s strengths and talents in established industries and up-and-coming fields like biotechnology. Goal of the “ExcellenceNRW” cluster strategy is to create a favourable climate for innovation, as that is the best way to sustain the competitive edge and stimulate growth and employment in the companies that call the state their home.North Rhine-Westphalia’s biotechnology cluster BIO.NRW is a central catalyst for the sustainable development of the state’s biotech sector. It activates cooperation between business, research, investors and policy-makers. The cluster also promotes the strengths and achievements of biotechnology in the state. To support young as well as already established biotech companies, BIO.NRW offers the following core competencies: – Individual matchmaking for collaborations and partners – Overview on all up-to-date R&D activities in industry and academia – Profound knowledge on financing possibilities – International promotion and marketing for NRW as biotech location – Direct contacts to decision makers Our services include Technology Transfer Tech transfer support is a key contribution from BIO.NRW. We organize events, working platforms and meetings to promote the dialogue between all stakeholders in the field of biotechnology and to encourage cooperation. Biotech Business & Sciences BIO.NRW compiles comprehensive and current online databases of the academic institutions and companies active in the life sciences in NRW. Free to access and easy-to-use, these resources are valuable tools for identifying prospective business partners. More information on www.bio.nrw.de Fairs, Exhibitions and Conferences Companies and academic institutions can generate awareness of their activities locally, nationally and internationally by being a part of the BIO.NRW common stands on fairs, exhibitions and conferences. BIO.NRW also organizes a series of workshops and symposia, called BIO.NRW.academy. Support of Young Professionals BIO.NRW takes a special interest in supporting young professionals in biotechnology. For example, we organize conventions where graduates meet representatives from industry and academic science. The ‘Business Angel Network – BIO.NRW’ helps financing and funding biotech start-ups. In addition, a forum that brings together investment institutions, private investors and business angels and developers provides information about the current NRW biotech scene. These meetings are a valuable opportunity for start-up companies to receive coaching and financing. To learn more about the Cluster BIO.NRW and to stay informed about the latest biotech developments in NRW please visit www.bio.nrw.de.
Our Sponsors
	Promega Promega is one of the five biggest worldwide acting Life Science Research company. It was founded in Madison, WI (USA) and produces products and system solutions for gen-, protein- and cell-analysis. With the help of these products biological systems can be explored easily. Promega-products can be used in basic research, development of medicaments, molecular diagnostic and identification of human genetic constitution.
	Eppendorf Eppendorf is a biotechnical company that develops, produces and sells systems for life science research for laboratories all over the world. The assortment of goods contains pipettes, dispensers, centrifuges, reaction tubes and pipette tips. Moreover Eppendorf offers instruments and systems to manipulate cells, automated machines for Liquid Handling and for DNA- Amplification, as well as Biochips.
	IKA In 1910 the companys history of IKA began, China had not been invented yet Peoples Republic and the word globalization. Today, the IKA group about 800 employees at eight locations on four continents and is pleased with clients such as BASF, Bayer and Procter & Gamble. In most product groups, we are sovereign world market leader and a symbol of development and growth. Or as our new slogan: "IKA - Designed to work perfectly."
	Ella Biotech ELLA is an independent, privately owned company founded in October 2004. ELLA offers creative services for the production of oligonucleotides driven by the goal of continually improving our production strategies. ELLA offers tangible advantages to its customers and partners through its validated technology platform, its experienced interdisciplinary team, and its resolute attitude towards the highest quality in our products.
	Gen Script GenScript is a leading biology CRO focusing exclusively on early drug discovery and development services. Built on our assembly-line mode, one-stop solution, continuous improvement, and stringent IP protection, GenScript provides a comprehensive portfolio of services that include Bio-Reagent, Bio-Assay, Lead Optimization, and Antibody Drug Development which can be effectively integrated into your value chain and your operations. We strive with competence and confidence to meet your demand for developing pre-clinical drug candidates time-efficiently and cost-effectively. With track performance record, GenScript is your ideal and reliable innovation partner in drug discovery.
	IDT Genetically engineered vaccines and pharmaceuticals for the global marketplace. The IDT Biologicals is an innovative medium-sized company that is involved in more than 90 years with its products and services to the health maintenance of humans and animals. Genetically engineered vaccines and pharmaceuticals for the domestic and international market are manufactured. In fiscal year 2012, the IDT biologics had a turnover of around 151 million euros. In the IDT biologics around 1,100 people are currently employed. IDT Biologics is an independent company of the Klocke Group, which developed and implemented at five production sites innovative packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food and chemical-technical industry. Decades of research and development of vaccines Since the beginning of the IDT successfully fought the various pathogens in animals with complex vaccine development from the laboratory to production and sales in one location. From research and development to manufacturing and testing and approval, national and international marketing of the range of tasks. The IDT Animal Health operates its own modern research complex for the development of animal vaccines. Integrated biopharmaceutical services. Since its founding in 1921, the IDT has biologics developed into a center for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology with the divisions Animal Health, human vaccines and pharmaceuticals. More than 250 million euros have been invested since privatization in 1993 in the continuous expansion of an integrated biopharmaceutical site and thus not only created excellent conditions of production, but also highly modern workplaces.
	New England Biolabs Never before in the history of science, the demands on the molecular biology industry have been as high as today: The researcher asks for the absolute best and most reliable products - there is no room for compromise. New England Biolabs fulfills this requirement. For 35 years we have been a leader in the development and production of enzymes for molecular biology and other reagents in the "life sciences" such as for proteomics and drug discovery. Our expertise in enzyme technology based on our strategic cloning and expression of DNA-Restriktions-/Modifikationssystemen program. So we have for years set the standards in terms of quality and price.
	Macherey und Nagel MACHEREY-NAGEL is a family-run concern in the fourth generation. The comprehensive portfolio includes the areas of filtration, rapid tests, water analysis, chromatography and bioanalysis. MACHEREY-NAGEL employs more than 470 highly skilled employees in sales, production as well as research and development, including 10% post-doctoral researchers. They all guarantee an exceptional service.
	Roche Roche Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, is a leading research-focused healthcare company with the pharmaceuticals and diagnostics businesses. As the worlds largest biotech company developing clinically differentiated medicines in oncology, virology, inflammation, metabolism and central nervous system. Roche, a pioneer in diabetes management, is also the world leader in in-vitro diagnostics, tissue-based cancer diagnostics. Medicines and diagnostic tools that enable tangible improvements in the health, quality of life and survival of patients is the strategic goal of personalized medicine from Roche. This concept is based on new molecular insights and molecular diagnostic tests that allow a more precise tuning of therapy and better control of the disease. Therapies are tailored to patient groups that have similarities in their disease. The only way to improve the efficacy of drugs targeted and maintain quality of life.
	Geneious In Good Company First released in 2005, Geneious is one the worlds leading bioinformatics software platforms, used by over 2500 universities and institutes and commercial companies in more than 65 countries. Geneious is used by all 20 of the top 20 Universities globally (Times Higher Education, 2012) and by seven of the 10 largest pharmaceutical companies. Dedicated to excellence Our software has won a number of prestigious awards, including the Computerworld Excellence Awards from Innovative Use of ICT and the United Nations World Summer Awards and Winner in the e-Science Category in 2007, the Recruit IT Innovative Software Product Award at the PriceWaterhouseCoopers Hi-Tech Awards in 2009 and a Global Finalist in the IT and Informatics category at the Bio-IT World Awards in Boston in 2009.
	VWR VWR is science for the advancement of the worlds most important research through the distribution of a wide range of products and services to a variety of important companies in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare industries as well as government agencies, universities and schools. We offer our customers all the resources they need to be successful, ie an extensive range of the best products in the areas of chemicals, furniture, appliances, instruments, apparel and consumables, from a wide variety of leaders in the field of science manufacturers. With 160 years of experience in this industry, VWR further supports its customers through a combination of strength, vision, innovation and a well-established distribution network that reaches thousands of specialized labs and facilities across the planet. VWR is not just a product supplier - it keeps the most important research in the world in motion. VWRs expertise in the areas of supply chain and logistics services enables customers to fully concentrate on their areas of expertise. Of the management of procurement processes to the integration of supply chains: VWR helps specialized research facilities and laboratories to work with maximum efficiency. VWR has over 8,000 employees in 30 countries with direct offices throughout the world working to streamline the way, as researchers from North America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region supply and maintain their labs. In addition, VWR further supports its customers by providing onsite services, storeroom management, product procurement, supply chain systems integration and technical services. We are expanding our global presence and adhere to the principle that customers benefit from the availability and expertise of our local sales teams. In todays economy VWR helps its customers to focus on increasing productivity and reducing costs and optimizing procurement processes. Headquartered in Radnor, PA (USA), earned VWR International, LLC, in 2012 global sales of more than 4.1 billion U.S. dollars.
	ROTH – A COMPANY WITH TRADITION 1879 Carl ROTH founded in Karlsruhe, a "material, Colonial and dye business and Droguerie". 1899 The first sales and mail order catalog is published. 1956 Publication of the first issue of the publication a "Rarea " Natural Products 1990 First ROTH general catalog. Complete with the areas of laboratory, life sciences and chemicals in one. 2005 Completion of a modern establishment for the production and storage of laboratory chemicals and reagents in Karlsruhe Rhine port area.
	Starlab STARLAB is a company specializing in liquid handling technology group. With subsidiaries in Germany, France, Britain and Italy is available in the direct sales an extensive range of products available. Plus, you get our products to many countries around the world via our international trading partners. Our success is based on many years of experience in manufacturing and marketing of liquid handling disposable products - with TipOne we have established ourselves as a leading supplier of pipette tips systems worldwide. This quality, price and service come first.
	Caesar The center of advanced european studies and research (caesar) is an institute of the Max Planck Society, which is located at the boundaries between neuroscience, cell biology and biophysics. The focus of the research is the particular cellular and neural signal processing. Caesar works with modern photonic, molecular biological, chemical and micro-technological methods. The focus of kinetic, spectroscopic and microscopic methods are research and control of cellular activity.
	Eurofins MWG operon Discover our fascination about the world of the four bases. We are fascinated about the power of DNA and how it is incorporated in everything we do, work and live. Being passionate about our strong customer orientation, our service and our quality standards, we continuously challenge ourselves to stay ahead and remain one of the leading genomics service providers worldwide. Eurofins MWG Operon is globally known for its innovative and customised technologies in the life science industries and academic research institutions. With the combined power of an international network of Eurofins companies in the field of genomic services, forensics, agroscience, pharmaceutical, environmental, food and feed testing, we have established an outstanding team of experts and broad range of technologies. This unique constellation underlines our approach to offer best practise solutions and versatile concepts for our clients - academic institutions and large interdisciplinary operating companies of the world.
	Thermo Fisher Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues of $13 billion, we have approximately 39,000 employees and serve customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as in environmental and process control industries. We create value for our key stakeholders through three premier brands, Thermo Scientific, Fisher Scientific and Unity^TM Lab Services, which offer a unique combination of innovative technologies, convenient purchasing options and a single solution for laboratory operations management. Our products and services help our customers solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity.

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