The title of life sciences hub is among the most coveted in economic development, as it implies an environment with scientific brainpower, cutting-edge facilities and technology, an active entrepreneurial and venture capital scene, and, typically, high-dollar companies and salaries.
In Western Europe, Irish cities take four of the top five spots, with Dublin and Cork at the top, Galway and Waterford at Nos. 4 and 5, with Berlin sandwiched in between. U.S.-based West Pharmaceutical Services was among the 2018 investors in Ireland, opening a global centre of excellence in Waterford as part of its advanced manufacturing network that includes sites in Singapore and Dublin.
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