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Dear *|FNAME|* *|LNAME|*,
A successful and intense month is behind us, during which our life science ecosystem hosted three major networking events, each with a distinct focus. Around 500 representatives from academia, industry, and startups came together to shape the future of biotechnology at the
bioRN Life Science Week: 23-25 September, Heidelberg with the following events:
- Industry-Academia Day: An exclusive event for our pharmaceutical partners, showcasing outstanding research projects from academia and clinical practice. Early-stage projects in oncology, immunology, and neurosciences were presented in front of pharma representatives, fostering targeted matchmaking and new collaboration opportunities. This format once again highlighted the importance of knowledge transfer from academia to application.
- smartLabs Summit: A brand-new format in our portfolio: the smartLabs Summit put a spotlight on laboratory workflows, automation, digitization, and efficiency. 35 exhibitors presented pioneering technologies and solutions. High-level expert talks and panel discussions provided hands-on insights into smart data management and sustainable experimentation. The event attracted a highly interdisciplinary audience of lab managers, researchers, procurement specialists, and technology providers. The premiere was a great success and laid the foundation for a permanent platform to advance laboratory processes within the Rhine-Neckar region and beyond.
- Life Science Investors’ Day: The final day once again focused on innovation and financing, connecting startups with investors and industry. 25 European startups from biotech, medtech, and digital health presented their innovations towards the audience of 70 investors: This event provided a unique opportunity for selected startups to showcase their business ideas, establish new partnerships and find investment opportunities. We were happy to see several familiar names from our vibrant Life Science ecosystem on the list of pitching startups.
Parliamentary group meeting of the Green Party: In the panel " From Research to Patients", moderated by Minister Petra Olschowski, Julia Schaft and Prof. Frank Winkler shared insights into how the integration of science and industry is successfully practiced in our ecosystem. Initiatives such as bioRN, the Health + Life Science Alliance Mannheim Heidelberg and the Forum Gesundheitsstandort Baden-Württemberg are important drivers for the development of the region as an innovation hub. read more
PRECISEU: Best Practice Recognition 2025: Celebrating Europe’s Leaders in Personalised Medicine. The PRECISEU consortium proudly announced the winners of the first PRECISEU Best Practice Recognition at Life Sciences Baltics 2025. From 68 applications across Europe, four projects were awarded for their excellence in impact, innovation, excellence, and culture – showcasing how cutting-edge science can translate into real-world healthcare solutions. read more
HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE EU BIOTECH ACT! The European Commission is seeking input on the Biotech Act, a new initiative to accelerate the market uptake of biotechnology while balancing innovation, safety, and ethics. Share your insights and experiences by 10 November 2025 to help shape a practical and effective law.
Respond to the Consultation by 10 November here. Your voice matters, especially for the bioRN Life Science ecosystem in a Europe-wide context.
meet bioRN in October:
1) Festival of Biologics .30.09-02.10 at Messe Basel: Visit us at booth 607
2) bioRN HR Breakfast "Empowering Leaders in Transformation": 02.10 at Innovation Lab in Heidelberg, register here
3) Nordic Life Science Days: 13.-14.10 in Gothenburg: Visit us at the German Pavilion
4) Startup Lounge, hosted by bioRN: 14.10 in Mannheim: "The Merall Bioproducts Story", more info here
4) MarCom Breakfast: 21.10 at the Business Development Center in Heidelberg, register here
5) South Australian Delegation tpo Germany - Clinical trial roadshow, 28.10 at 6pm Urban Kitchen Heidelberg, register here
6) bioRN Lounge 28.10 at the Urban Kitchen in Heidelberg, featuring Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Dr. h.c. Stefanie Dimmeler, Goethe University Frankfurt, register here
Don´t miss further news from the network at the bioRN website.
Find out about new bioRN events here and get the latest news about funding and growth opportunities at 05 | Opportunities.
We wish you a wonderful start to a sunny October,
Kind regards,
Stephanie Füller
PR Manager
bioRN Life Science Cluster
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