Science & Tech

Research is at the heart of everything we do

We translate science and technology into internal innovation and external collaborations with the goal to have the power to change lives. Now more than ever, we’re keeping digitalization at the forefront of it all.

A snapshot of our global R&D

2.6bn

Euro spent on research and development in 2023.
≈6.5K

employees work in our global R&D team.

R&D centers around the world

Our global R&D hubs are strategically located on three continents to maximize their innovation expertise.

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A powerful driver of our innovation today: Digitalization

Digitalization is not only revolutionizing entire markets and business models, it is also an important driver of innovation. As it continues to revolutionize people’s lives, it offers us the chance to make even more of a difference. The aim of ‘advancing technologies for life’ is in our DNA, so we embrace these technologies to create more value for our customers and patients. Here is some of what we are up to:

We use data analysis to facilitate product innovation and to improve existing offerings and new products, services and business models.
Digital platforms enable us to create a smoother customer experience, and modern data analysis allows us to keep adapting to their needs and preferences.
Through an unprecedented amount of logistics information, we can now optimize our supply chain management in real time. We leverage this data to predict issues and respond quickly, ensuring a more reliable inventory.

Microphysiological Systems

Microphysiological Systems (MPS) are pioneering innovative in vitro platforms that replicate human organ functions, enhancing drug development and reducing reliance on animal testing. By mimicking human organ-level functions on a microfluidic platform, MPS provide unprecedented accuracy in disease modeling, drug discovery, and personalized medicine.

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Partnering

Let’s do it together – on the long-term!

Together, we achieve great things. Our strategic partnering initiatives embrace new opportunities, licensing, and investments worldwide. Our partners empower us to drive human progress. Find out how you, too, can collaborate with us and benefit from our resources and expertise on your way to success.

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Grants & Awards

Committed to engage with the world’s best innovators, too

As experts in science and technology, we have come up with many ways to support and guide scientists, students, and entrepreneurs worldwide. But our open innovation approach is even more than that. We offer a wide variety of opportunities for innovators to co-create with us, exchange ideas, and utilize the expertise of our global team.

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