Campus Groningen: A dynamic ecosystem for energy, life sciences and healthy ageing innovation.
Driving innovation and collaboration at Campus Groningen.
An inspiring environment for research, development, and innovation
Campus Groningen is the innovative heart of the Northern Netherlands, hosting over 260 organisations across two locations: the Healthy Ageing Campus and Zernike Campus. Focus areas include life sciences, energy, big data, and healthy ageing, with strong partnerships between universities, businesses, and government.
Pioneering energy solutions
Campus Groningen is home to around 260 organisations focusing on energy, chemistry, and big data. The campus is the base for many energy-innovation focused organisations such as Energy Academy Europe, HESI (Hybrid Energy Systems Integration by TNO),Centre of Expertise Energy Hanzehogeschool, ZAP (Zernike Advanced Processing), Stadswarmte, and DNV focusing on renewable andalternative energy systems. Supported by the University of Groningen and Hanze University of Applied Sciences, it drives sustainable energy innovation with cutting-edge research.
Big data and materials innovation
The Campus turns vast amounts of digital information into actionable insights, transforming ‘big data’ into smart data through filtering, structuring, advanced analytics, and artificial intelligence. This includes data from astronomy, corporate datasets, biobanks, and smart factories. Through initiatives such as the Data Science and Systems Complexity Center, 5G Fieldlab, Internet-of-Things Network, Center for Information Technologies, and the European Research Center for Exascale Technology (ERCET), Campus Groningen stays at the forefront of advanced materials and smart data research.
Advancing life sciences
Campus Groningen plays a vital role in life sciences, with research into biotechnology and biomedical technology. Researchers and entrepreneurs collaborate on breakthrough solutions, backed by the cluster’s vast resources. Healthy Ageing Campus, near UMC Groningen (UMCG), is dedicated to research in food, health, and pharmaceutical sciences. The UMCG offers access to patients, top researchers, students, and healthcare professionals, making it attractive to international companies and young innovators looking to step into practice. It’s a hub for innovations aimed at enhancing life quality and longevity.
Our specialised assets at Campus Groningen
Located at Zernike Campus, Plus Ultra Groningen provides modern lab and office spaces for growing companies. With shared facilities like meeting rooms, restaurants, and event spaces, it fosters a collaborative environment for innovation.
Plus Ultra Groningen
With a wide range of office and lab spaces and meeting places, Plus Ultra Groningen facilitates the formation of a strong community of which every tenant can be a part. Research and innovation in the field of energy, (data)technology and sustainability is the connecting force between all users.
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ZernikeLab
ZernikeLab is a multi-tenant building spanning over 2,578 m², located on the Campus Groningen. Its proximity to the University of Groningen and Hanze University of Applied Sciences makes ZernikeLab a perfect location for companies operating in the knowledge-intensive sector.
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What is Campus Groningen?
Campus Groningen is one of the leading innovation ecosystems in the Northern Netherlands, bringing together over 260 organisations across the Healthy Ageing Campus and Zernike Campus. The cluster focuses on areas such as life sciences, energy, big data, advanced materials, and healthy ageing. All while encouraging collaboration between businesses, researchers, and public institutions.
Which industries are represented at Campus Groningen?
Campus Groningen is home to organisations operating in Life Sciences & Health, Chemistry & Energy, and High Tech Systems & Materials. The campus supports research and innovation in different fields, including biotechnology, renewable energy, AI, advanced materials, data science, and healthy ageing.
Why do companies choose Campus Groningen?
Companies choose Campus Groningen because of the strong connection to leading knowledge institutes, access to highly skilled talent, and a collaborative ecosystem. The campus brings together universities, businesses, government organisations, research institutions, and access to funding; creating opportunities for partnerships, knowledge exchange, and business growth.
What facilities and workspaces are available at Campus Groningen?
Campus Groningen offers a variety of laboratory, office, meeting, and event spaces through specialised assets such as Plus Ultra Groningen and ZernikeLab. These facilities are designed to support organisations of different sizes. From start-ups to established international companies.
What is the size of the Campus Groningen community?
Campus Groningen is a thriving community with more than 260 organisations, approximately 20,000 daily employees, and circa 50,000 students. This concentration of talent, expertise, and innovation makes it one of the most dynamic science and technology clusters in the Netherlands.
How does Campus Groningen support life sciences and health innovation?
The campus itself is closely connected to the Healthy Ageing Campus and the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG). This offers organisations access to capital, researchers, healthcare professionals, students, and patients. Which creates unique opportunities for innovation in pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical technology, nutrition, and healthy ageing.
What makes Campus Groningen attractive for energy and technology companies?
Campus Groningen is a recognised centre for energy innovation, data science, and advanced technologies. With organisations such as TNO, DNV, Energy Academy Europe, and various research initiatives focused on renewable energy, smart data, AI, and advanced materials, the campus provides an ideal environment for organisations that develop future-focused technologies and sustainable solutions.
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Life sciences & health
Life Sciences & Health
The Dutch Life Sciences & Health sector is driving pioneering research – from harnessing AI for cancer detection to advancements in precision medicine and biogenetics. It’s addressing challenges posed by incurable diseases, shortages, and rising costs of health care, an ageing population, and healthcare inequality. And encompasses a diverse range of technologies and discoveries in healthcare.
Campus Groningen is a leading hub for life sciences and health, centred on the Healthy Ageing Campus near UMC Groningen. Researchers, entrepreneurs, and healthcare professionals collaborate on biotechnology, biomedical, and pharmaceutical innovations aimed at improving quality of life and longevity. The campus offers unique access to patients, cutting-edge facilities, and top academic expertise, attracting international companies and young innovators. With strong partnerships between universities, businesses, and government, Campus Groningen drives breakthrough solutions in food, health, and medicine, establishing the region as a centre of excellence in life sciences.
Chemistry & Energy
Chemistry & Energy
The Netherlands’ impressive Chemistry & Energy sector is at the forefront of groundbreaking research, focusing on renewable energy sources, cleantech, and advanced energy technologies. It confronts challenges like energy transition and resource management, encompassing diverse innovations that contribute to a sustainable world.
Campus Groningen hosts over 260 organisations driving innovation in energy, chemistry, and sustainable technologies. Key partners include Energy Academy Europe, HESI, ZAP, Stadswarmte, and DNV, focusing on renewable and alternative energy systems. Supported by the University of Groningen and Hanze University of Applied Sciences, the campus combines cutting-edge research with practical applications, fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and government. This dynamic environment accelerates the development of clean energy solutions and advanced chemical processes, making Campus Groningen a leading centre for sustainable innovation and a catalyst for transformative technologies in the Northern Netherlands.
High tech systems & materials
High Tech Systems & Materials
High Tech Systems and Materials in the Netherlands explores advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), nanotechnology, quantum technology, advanced materials, cryogenic systems, aerospace, and photonics. Researchers in this sector work on ground-breaking technologies, which are essential to drive progress in other sectors such as energy, life sciences, healthcare, and construction.
Campus Groningen is at the forefront of high-tech systems and materials innovation, turning vast amounts of digital information into actionable insights. Through advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, and smart data solutions, researchers process data from astronomy, biobanks, smart factories, and corporate datasets. The campus hosts cutting-edge facilities such as the Data Science and Systems Complexity Center, 5G Fieldlab, Internet-of-Things Network, and the European Research Center for Exascale Technology (ERCET). By combining expertise in materials science and digital technologies, Campus Groningen enables the development of next-generation devices, products, and services, keeping the region at the forefront of technological innovation.