March 2026 • Industry Profile
Industry Profile:
Life Sciences
Chicagoland is one of the nation’s leading life sciences hubs, thanks to its world-class R1 universities, medical schools, federal and corporate R&D, and growing lab space, especially in Chicago and Lake County.
This ecosystem is fueling biotech and pharmaceutical innovation through specialized manufacturing, a deep talent pipeline, and investments in AI and bioinformatics, helping the region compete with top national markets at a fraction of the cost.
Read about why Chicagoland is one of North America's leading life science hubs in our Industry Profile: Life Sciences - updated March 2026.