CLARA is located in a region with a strong biopharmaceutical sector, which accounts for more than 30% of French activity in the field. It brings together world leaders (Merck Santé, bioMérieux, Sanofi Pasteur and others), medium-sized firms (OPi, Genome Express and others) and a number of start-ups (Transat, Meristem Therapeutics and others). The Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes Regions also boast a wide range of custom research, consulting and financial services (Amorçage Rhône-Alpes and others).
In this dynamic environment, the Business Club brings together some sixty firms working in the field of oncology research and development. It aims to strengthen partnerships between firms and between the business and academic worlds and to support the creation of new innovative firms.
