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Located at Plesmanlaan 125, in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, the Health & Innovation District Amsterdam (Hid) is ideally situated to drive innovation and foster collaboration in the burgeoning field of Red Biotech. Positioned within Amsterdam’s extensive healthcare ecosystem, Hid benefits from close proximity to industry-leading institutions such as the Netherlands Cancer Institute/Antoni van Leeuwenhoek Hospital (NKI/AVL) and the comprehensive healthcare services at the Slotervaart Center.
Hid is an integral part of the Plantijn district, designed to seamlessly blend healthcare, research, education, and residential life. This area facilitates dynamic community interaction and supports a lifestyle conducive to innovation and productivity. The larger Schinkelkwartier area, bridging Amsterdam New West and South, further supports this ecosystem, serving as a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation across various sectors.
Amsterdam is a nexus for medical and scientific advancement, hosting some of Europe’s most prestigious hospitals and universities, such as the Academic Medical Center and VU University Amsterdam. Additionally, the European Medicines Agency (EMA), located within easy reach, enhances our connectivity within the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, reinforcing our position at the forefront of European healthcare innovation.
Our strategic location offers unparalleled logistical advantages. Situated close to the A10 ring road and just a short drive from Schiphol Airport, Hid provides easy access not only across the Netherlands but also to the rest of Europe, facilitating seamless international collaboration and mobility.
4 minutes Amsterdam Zuid
4 minutes Amsterdam Lelylaan
7 minutes Amsterdam Sloterdijk
20 minutes Amsterdam Centraal
Tram / Bus Johan huizingalaan
Tram / Bus stop Louwesweg
6 minutes Amsterdam Sloterdijk
6 minutes Schiphol
6 minutes Amsterdam Zuid
15 minutes Amsterdam Centraal
34 minutes Utrecht
52 minutes Den Haag
1 minute Plantijn Parking
9 minutes Schiphol
10 minutes Zuidas
40 minutes Utrecht
45 minutes Den Haag
60 minutes Rotterdam
Netherlands Cancer Institute
Cordaan
Het Slotervaart
Sanquin
VU University
Inholland University of Applied Sciences
University of Amsterdam
University of Applied Sciences (HVA)
Our campus in Amsterdam is the gateway to the future of healthcare innovation. We invite researchers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders from around the world to join us in transforming scientific discovery into real-world health solutions.