Genetown
Boston, Cambridge & Massachusetts
Genetown is comprised of Boston, Cambridge and the surrounding areas of Massachusetts and remains a global powerhouse in the life sciences. The area is particularly strong in advanced biopharma, including cell and gene therapies and a robust drug-development pipeline. As of 2025, companies based in Massachusetts account for about 15.7 % of the U.S. drug development pipeline.
The region is home to some of the world’s most prestigious academic and research institutions, including Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Boston University.
The region’s industry is supported by MassBio, headquartered in Cambridge and now representing more than 1,700 organizations spanning early-stage startups through large multinational biopharma firms.
