Partners in life sciences

Your Partners in Life Science

Together we are stronger

PiLS is a non-profit knowledge network created by experts, each with more than a decade of experience in successful life sciences innovation. Our network is here to offer you advice and guidance across the entire value chain from idea to product. Our connected companies are then ready to make your project happen.

By sharing knowledge with each other we streamline your journey, create more value, and get you where you need to go, faster.

Who we are

A comprehensive network of experts and expertise

The PiLS members have broad expertise in a variety of areas that span the life cycle of your project. Their knowledge and experience is at your disposal.

A network with a network

By connecting with PiLS you gain access not only to a network of experts, but also to the extended network of our members within their respective companies and outside. Hospitals, researchers, investors – all within arm’s reach.

A network that helps to turn ideas into success

The PiLS experts can give you the information you need to move forward with your project, but they can also help you to put that information into action.

Why connect with PiLS?

The PiLS network was originally developed as a way for experts to connect with each other, but it has grown into a valuable resource for organizations and entrepreneurs to get the information they need to boost their chances for a successful innovation. PiLS can offer what no single expert or company can:

Access to a broad network

Connecting with PiLS gives you access to our experts, as well as to their extended network: the corporations, investors, hospitals, universities, and research institutions that are connected through our members.

Knowledge on global market dynamics

The PiLS network is located centrally in Europe, the birthplace of many life science innovations. We are available for anyone around the world looking to develop, manufacture or introduce their product locally or globally.

Access to a broad network

Knowledge on global market dynamics

A more efficient road to success

By providing you with comprehensive knowledge and execution power to cover the whole journey of your product, we can help manage your costs and optimize your timelines. The smooth coordination and communication within our network means that you don’t need to shop around or spend time on endless briefings.

Seamless link to execution

Not only do our experts provide advice, they can also help you to execute your plans through their connected companies and the experts within. It’s one less step that you have to take on your own.

A more efficient road to success

Seamless link to execution

Not only do our experts provide advice, they can also help you to execute your plans through their connected companies and the experts within. It’s one less step that you have to take on your own.

Our areas of expertise

The PiLS network has a breadth of knowledge, but our focus is medical device and drug development and all related skills to help you get your product to market. Whether you are a small start-up or a large, established organization; whether you are setting up a clinical trial, designing your device, or need guidance through the full life cycle of your project; our experts are here to help you.

Medical appliances & equipment

Drug development

Medical appliances & equipment

Drug development

Medical appliances & equipment

Drug development

“PiLS is a group of professionals sharing their knowhow and information in order to provide excellent service to life sciences customers. The partners profit from the huge network. The collaborators are offered a one-stop shop for services and hardware.”

Frank Van Hoorick, Optimus