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HealthTech & Life Sciences in Stuttgart
The Stuttgart region approaches healthcare through technology and research. Fraunhofer IPA has a health technologies department in Stuttgart focused on surgical robotics and hospital automation. It is part of the BioRegio STERN life sciences cluster, which has connected Stuttgart with the Neckar-Alb region around Tübingen and Reutlingen since 2001. Examples include Stuttgart-based ACTIMI, which works on remote monitoring for heart failure, and Immatics, a cancer immunotherapy company in Tübingen.
At a glance
The HealthTech Safari in Stuttgart explores Regional life sciences and medical technology through Fraunhofer IPA, Health Technologies Department, BioRegio STERN and ACTIMI. Designed for Pharmaceutical executives and Hospital leaders.
Local perspective
Regional life sciences and medical technology
The Stuttgart region approaches healthcare through technology and research. Fraunhofer IPA has a health technologies department in Stuttgart focused on surgical robotics and hospital automation. It is part of the BioRegio STERN life sciences cluster, which has connected Stuttgart with the Neckar-Alb region around Tübingen and Reutlingen since 2001. Examples include Stuttgart-based ACTIMI, which works on remote monitoring for heart failure, and Immatics, a cancer immunotherapy company in Tübingen.
Local examples and perspectives
- Fraunhofer IPA, Health Technologies Department (Stuttgart)
- BioRegio STERN (regional life sciences cluster)
- ACTIMI (remote monitoring, Stuttgart)
- Immatics (cancer immunotherapy, Tübingen)
A sample day
09:30
Breakfast in the healthcare ecosystem
Kick off at a local healthcare hub with a briefing from experts.
11:00
Startup visit I: digital health
Visit a startup using digital tools to improve patient pathways.
13:00
Networking lunch: founders and corporates
Discuss pilot projects in healthcare.
15:00
Startup visit II: MedTech lab
See a practical demonstration of medical technology.
What your team can explore
- Where do patients and care teams lose time in a care or administrative process today?
- What evidence, data access and clinical review does a pilot need before use?
- How will you tell whether a digital solution improves care, access or workflow?
A route shaped around your question
We select relevant organisations and conversations around the question your team brings. The final route depends on the topic, availability and the people who can contribute.
Plan a conversation →Ecosystem organisations
Hub31
Hub
Startup center for technology and innovation.
Startup Autobahn
Innovation platform
Flagship innovation platform (Plug and Play). Gropiusplatz 10.
Cyber Valley
AI consortium
An AI research consortium linking academic research and industrial applications.
Bosch Startup Harbour
Accelerator
Early-stage accelerator for AIoT.
Companies in the local ecosystem
AnyDesk
SaaS / connectivity
Remote desktop software from Stuttgart for remote access and support.
Instagrid
CleanTech / energy
Powerful portable batteries for professionals, replacing diesel generators worldwide.
Q.ANT
Quantum tech
Quantum technology pioneer in sensors and computing. A high-tech spin-off.
Vialytics
GovTech / AI
AI system for automated road condition monitoring for municipalities.
Bosch (Digital Mobility)
Corporate innovation
From industrial group to tech giant: Bosch is advancing AIoT and software-defined vehicles.
About the topic
Questions about HealthTech Safari
Are the startups certified?
Many startups we visit hold medical device certifications or approvals for digital health applications (DiGA).
Can we meet regulatory experts?
Yes. We can include regulatory affairs specialists or advisors with experience working with BfArM.
Which city is the best fit?
Cologne for digital therapeutics and health insurer integration; Hamburg for telemedicine. We also organize tours in other cities.
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