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March 23–25, 2026
FIL (Feira Internacional de Lisboa), Lisbon, PortugalMarch 31 – April 1, 2026 | Digital Partnering
March 23–25, 2026
FIL (Feira Internacional de Lisboa), Lisbon, Portugal,
March 31 – April 1, 2026 | Digital Partnering

Spotlight on Lisbon

Lisbon and Portugal: Innovation, Talent and Growth

Portugal is home to:

  • World-class innovation driven by world-class academic institutions like the Universidade Nova de Lisboa, University of Porto and the University of Coimbra
  • Innovation hubs like Biocant Park, CoLab AccelBio and iBET.
  • Global deals: Portugal has been hitting above its weight in biotech dealmaking, with companies like CellmAbs and local VC fund launches in the news.
  • A rapidly growing biotechnology sector, with turnover more than tripling between 2016 and 2020, driven by over 200 companies surveyed in the Portugal Biotech study. Exports account for over 60% of turnover for 53% of biotech companies, showcasing Portugal's global reach and competitiveness.
Lisbon skyline

Lisbon: Charting the New Course for European Life Sciences

Lisbon is emerging as a global leader in life sciences, blending its rich history of discovery with a modern reputation for innovation in biotech and medtech. Portugal’s collaborative ecosystem, strategic location, and ability to attract top talent and investment make it a key player in shaping the future of healthcare. This March, Lisbon will host BIO-Europe Spring as part of Spring Innovation Week alongside LSX Europe, further cementing its role as a hub for global life sciences collaboration.

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