Leiden, Netherlands: innovation profile

Leiden is number 508 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 9. It is home to 7 R&D labs and 2 startups in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Startups

• ChannelEngine
• LeydenJar Techologies

R&D labs

African Studies Centre, Centre for Medical Systems Biology, Charles River Laboratories (United States), Dutch Research Council, Leiden University, Leyden Academy on Vitality and Ageing, Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences.