Τhe Basel region is a vibrant and stimulating life science ecosystem, with outstanding academic research institutions and a strong life science industry presence. The Biozentrum of the University of Basel is an interdisciplinary institute with 30 research groups exploring how molecules and cells create life. The SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics is a world renowned institution creating, maintaining and disseminating a large portfolio of top-quality core bioinformatics services and resources, such as databases and software.