A glimpse of history
The region of Västra Götaland is home of some of the most groundbreaking technologies and treatments in the world. Amongst other researchers, the late Per-Ingvar Brånemark revolutionized modern dentistry with the discovery that titanium could fuse into bone. Get a glimpse of our research history
Success stories
The cooperative environment and prominent clinical research have contributed to the development of life science in Västra Götaland. The region is home to one of Europe's largest university hospitals and cutting edge research in biomedicine and the natural sciences, and a strong research-based industry. Read some of our success stories
Clinical trial centers
Gothia Forum has two clinical trial units within the organisation; CTC - Clinical Trial Center and PTC - Primary Care Trial Center. They act as a resource for other clinics within Region Västra Götaland who need eg research staff or patient beds. Gothia Forum also has a large network of other trial units in the Region Västra Götaland. Read more about Gothia Forum's clinical trial centers
Ecosystem
This is your gateway to the ecosystem of clinical research resources in the region of Västra Götaland, which is one of the twenty fastest-growing European regions. Both traditional industries and new research and technology sectors enjoy a strong position here – not the least because of the frequent collaboration between them. Take a closer look at our ecosystem »