The Taranto Hub is bioERGOtech's first innovation center, strategically established in a city with a rich industrial past and poised for a revolutionary future in healthcare and biotechnology.
For decades, Taranto has been known for its steel production and industrial might. However, this legacy has left the region with significant healthcare challenges and environmental concerns that demand innovative solutions.
Our hub represents a pivotal transformation in Taranto's story - leveraging the region's industrial expertise and engineering capabilities to pioneer advances in biological research automation and healthcare innovation.
"The Taranto Hub embodies our vision of turning industrial expertise toward solving pressing healthcare problems. This is not just about technology; it's about transforming a community's relationship with health and innovation."
One of Europe's largest steel production facilities, active since the 1960s
42% higher rates of respiratory and cardiovascular conditions than national average
Unique environment for studying industrial impact on human health
Rich pool of engineering and technical expertise from industrial sectors
The Taranto Hub serves as a catalyst for transformation, addressing critical challenges while building a sustainable model for healthcare innovation.
Develop tailored solutions for the unique health issues faced by Taranto's population, focusing on chronic diseases linked to industrial exposure and environmental factors.
Bridge divides between academic institutions, healthcare providers, industry, and the community to create a collaborative innovation ecosystem.
Incubate and launch sustainable companies that transform bioERGOtech's research into commercially viable solutions with global impact.
From industrial powerhouse to biotech innovation hub, the transformation of Taranto represents a model for regions worldwide.
For decades, Taranto's economy centered around heavy industry and steel manufacturing.
Industrial activity led to environmental issues and increased chronic disease rates in the community.
Establishment of the Taranto Hub as a center for biotech innovation and research automation.
Building partnerships with local universities, hospitals, and industry to create an innovation ecosystem.
Initial research projects focused on automation tools for studying environmentally-linked chronic diseases.
Expanding the hub's impact with spin-off companies and becoming a model for other industrial regions worldwide.
The Taranto Hub is preparing to launch several key initiatives when we officially open in October 2025. These programs will address local health challenges through innovative approaches.
An intelligent automation platform for biological experiments that optimizes protocols for studying chronic diseases prevalent in industrial regions.
Starting: October 2025
A integrated system that allows to set-up experiments just using natural language prompts.
Starting: Q1 2026
An AI-powered assistant capable of interacting with patients given the lack of enough qualified people
Starting: Q1 2026
Our Taranto facility is being equipped with cutting-edge technology and specialized expertise to create a unique research environment, launching in October 2025.
State-of-the-art robotic systems for high-throughput experimentation and 24/7 operation.
Advanced sequencing technology for studying genetic factors in environmentally-influenced diseases.
Dedicated computing infrastructure for machine learning models that optimize experimental design.
Specialized equipment for maintaining and studying cell lines for chronic disease research.
The Taranto Hub's facilities are being specially configured to address the unique health challenges of industrial regions. Our equipment and methodologies will be optimized for studying the complex interactions between environmental factors and chronic disease development.
With dedicated laboratory spaces for environmental sample analysis, cellular response studies, and automated experimental systems, we're creating a comprehensive research ecosystem that will accelerate discoveries relevant to the local population.
Our hub brings together key organizations that contribute expertise, resources, and unique perspectives to our research initiatives.
Specialized laboratory focused on biological research and clinical diagnostics with expertise in environmental health impacts.
Technology innovation lab developing software and computational tools for biological data analysis and visualization.
Engineering company specializing in precision automation systems and robotic solutions for research applications.
Join our collaborative ecosystem and contribute to groundbreaking research in chronic disease treatments.
Join the Hub
The Taranto Hub thrives on the diverse expertise and resources of participating organizations. By bringing together academic institutions, technology companies, healthcare providers, and community organizations, we create a rich ecosystem where innovation can flourish.
Our approach to partnership emphasizes mutual benefit, with each organization contributing unique capabilities while gaining access to cutting-edge research, technologies, and collaborative opportunities.
This ecosystem model enables us to tackle complex challenges from multiple angles, accelerating progress toward effective treatments for chronic diseases prevalent in industrial regions worldwide.
Collaborative framework that ensures equitable participation and benefit-sharing.
Access to specialized equipment, data, and expertise across organizations.
Training and education programs to build the next generation of researchers.
Structured process to transform ideas into impactful solutions.
Whether you're interested in collaboration, want to learn more about our research, or are seeking opportunities to get involved, we'd love to hear from you.
Via Ciro Giovinazzi 70, 74121 Taranto, Italy