An Environmental Scan of Life Science Cluster Organizations in Canada and Internationally

Abstract

The Synapse Life Science Consortium is a not-for-profit organization that supports initiatives and projects that accelerate the commercialization of life science innovations in Hamilton and its surrounding areas. Synapse currently provides a number of services including partnership brokering, networking events, and programming to boost health sciences commercialization opportunities. As Synapse continues to secure funding for its mission, it is seeking to assess the potential to develop additional high-impact projects and programs. To support this endeavour, Synapse approached the McMaster Research Shop in Summer 2021 to conduct an environmental scan of life science cluster organizations in Canada and internationally in order to explore potential opportunities for Synapse to expand its program and service offerings.