NineSigma

NineSigma is a global leader in open innovation management and consulting. It enables organizations—especially large corporates—to solve scientific, technical, sustainability, and business challenges by connecting them with external innovators worldwide. The company has managed over 10,000 innovation projects for more than 2,000 clients across industries including pharmaceuticals, biotech, healthcare devices, chemicals/materials science, energy/sustainability sectors. Its services include technology scouting/landscaping, expert surveys via its Open Innovation Council network of senior industry experts and academics worldwide. In the life sciences sector specifically—including pharma/biotech—NineSigma helps companies identify novel technologies/formats such as cell/gene/RNA therapies or digital health solutions but does not itself own or develop drugs or clinical programs.