Lyon, capital of the Rhône-Alpes region, "1st bio-region" and "1st innovative region" in France, offers an environment highly conducive to the development of life sciences.

Birthplace of several prestigious scientists (Claude Bernard, Claude Bourgelat, Marcel Mérieux, Professor Dubernard), the Lyon conurbation also draws on a strong industrial base (chemistry, textile, information and communication technologies, agri-food, etc.), and a "reservoir" of scientific skills. The installation and development conditions are therefore exceptional for Life Science businesses, in particular those specialized in biotechnology.