“The life sciences sector has been able to cooperate with the public system to identify winning solutions to a problem, such as the coronavirus, which is global in scope. Lombardy and Milan are a hub of excellence for this sector, and research and innovation are the cornerstones of our region's 'know-how'. As Assolombarda, in recent years we have invested heavily in the development of the Life Sciences sector, and in the last two years we have witnessed a change in the role of science in the definition of public policies. Politicians need to invest heavily in science, research and development."