Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab)

In 2010, SciLifeLab will be inaugurated – the result of the three Stockholm universities joining forces in such a significant effort. They are now in partnership talks with Uppsala University.

SciLifeLab is now receiving a staggered government finance package that will reach its maximum level in year 3 (2012) at SEK 100 million/year. In addition, each individual researcher will bring their resources to the project.

SciLifeLab will drive research within six key areas to achieve rapid progress in life science. These include rapid genetic sequencing, bioinformatics, biological image analysis, gene function studies and structural biology. This is a major step in the fight against major human diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart and lung diseases. First on the agenda are rapid sequencing of genetic material and bioinformatics. SciLife Lab will be established in Karolinska Institutet Science Park and it is estimated that 75 people will be empoyed there, with 220 staff projected for 2011.

For further information: 

SciLifeLab webpage in Swedish

Contact:

Fredrik Sterky, PhD
Site Director
Phone: +46-70-3262911
Email: fredrik.sterky@scilifelab.se