Working together for life
Our innovation region has the highest knowledge density in the Netherlands in eight of the ten prioritized key technologies from the National Technology Strategy. This provides unique opportunities for crossovers. Innovation and collaboration is key. From knowledge cluster to broad SME.
This is where science gets real meaning. Entrepreneurs, researchers and educational institutions are working together on bio science, space tech and autonomous tech. This provides crucial solutions for national security, public health and strategic autonomy. This is good for the Netherlands, for Europe, for life! Science for life.
See what motivates us
Current
Retrospective symposium on Broad Prosperity
11 March 2026
SME grant for feasibility studies on innovations.
4 March 2026
Extra boost for SMEs in Key Region Leiden
17 February 2026This is Key Region Leiden
Key Region Leiden has everything it needs to make an impact in Europe: key technologies in bio science, space tech and drones, strong triple helix collaborations, attractive municipalities to live and work in, a strong business climate and an ecosystem where innovation is central.
Netherlands largest innovation cluster for life sciences & health, among the top 5 in Europe. Here research, entrepreneurship and education in bio science come together for the future of health.
Hub of the Dutch space ecosystem. Provides accelerated innovation, economic growth and societal impact within the space sector. Connecting the curious.

Netherlands largest field lab for drones and autonomous tech at former naval airbase Valkenburg. Here, high-tech applications are literally getting off the ground. Creating sensor-based impact.
