Leiden Bio Science Park:
Transforming into a leading Innovation District |
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In this Newsletter we want to update you about the activities within our 'Access to' communities and inform you about news and upcoming events. |
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Designed to mutually inspire and develop ideas, our 'Access to' communities bring together entrepreneurs, employees, researchers, students, experts and investment partners. The communities provide access to the ecosystem network, capital and key insights that facilitate professional development and organisational growth.
We have been busy, here are a few updates: |
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LBSP Community As of October 1, Esther Peters is the new director of the Leiden Bio Science Park Foundation (LBSP)
She succeeds Ida Haisma, who has led the Foundation since September 2019. Ida Haisma has built a Life Sciences & Health ecosystem at the Leiden Bio Science Park where communities, collaboration and innovation & valorization are key.
Esther Peters has earned her marks in building innovation ecosystems and establishing collaborations in the triple helix – most recently as Director of the NL Space Campus. Her assignment will be to take the LBSP to the next level of professionalization and internationalization and further establish the LBSP as global hotspot for Life Sciences & Health and world-class innovation district.
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| LBSP Community The Makerspacement is now open - Startups make headway in high-tech workshop and Makerspace
For aspiring tech entrepreneurs, it's a challenge to create prototypes of their ideas without financial resources. That's why, at PLNT, they have established a state-of-the-art workshop where entrepreneurs can fully embrace experimentation: the Makerspacement.
PLNT would like to express their gratitude to the #RaboImpactfonds for their generous donation. In the near future, PLNT will also welcome students to gain practical experience and learn more about entrepreneurship.
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We’ve got a lot going on at the LBSP. Did you know that... |
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Days of Art & Sciences
Coming September, an interdisciplinary event named 'Days of Art & Science' will take place in Leiden for the first time. The Days of Art & Science - this year from 11 to 17 September - encompass a variety of unique activities at the intersection of art and science, in complete alignment with the spirit of the city. Each event offers its own extraordinary experience, including the Night of Discoveries, Brave Young Minds, Brave New World, and Wavelength Festival.
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| Leiden University presents: podcast 'Wetenschap op je gemak' Do you ever wonder about extraterrestrial life? Or what robots can take over from us? And how safe are our smart devices actually? Learn the answer to these and other interesting science questions in the podcast Wetenschap op je gemak. The first episode is online. This podcast is in Dutch. More information |
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Leiden leads: new developments in vaccine research
On 2 November the symposium Leiden leads: new developments in vaccine research will take place at the Education Building (Building 3) of the LUMC. This event will provide a platform for PhD students and Postdocs from Leiden University, LUMC, and other organisations at the Leiden Bio Science Park to share their work on vaccine research. Whether it pertains to fundamental and biomedical research, or clinical trials, we welcome projects from the entire spectrum; the symposium will be opened and closed by experienced scientists from the field in Leiden. In addition to showcasing Leiden as a leading force in vaccine research, our aim is to find novel leads for future projects and foster connections among researchers within the Leiden scientific community.
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| Discover the Winter Walhalla this winter at the historic Pesthuis in Leiden. From 8 December to 15 January, the Pesthuis transforms into the ultimate destination to spend the cold days warmly and cozily.
Let yourself be enchanted at the atmospheric indoor Christmas market, where guests can personally curate the perfect Christmas package with, among others, products from local entrepreneurs among others. Indulge in warm beverages and winter delicacies at the extensive winter terrace within spacious tipi tents featuring cozy fire pits, creating the perfect ambiance for delightful gatherings. More information |
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Stay connected. Keep up to date with the latest developments and participate in one of our in-person or online events. These next months we are offering the following events and activities: |
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5 September
Show Me The Money
Are you looking to make connections that could lead to important consultancy or advisory opportunities? Do you want to connect with experts interested in life science and health startups? Then sign up now for Show Me The Expert!
Made possible by: @Libertatis Ergo Holding B.V., @PLNT Leiden @unlock_ @BioPartner Leiden and @Leiden Bio Science Park |
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7 September Meet fellow Leidenaren during the monthly Meet&Mingle network event! Meeting other people can be difficult – that’s why Leiden International Centre is organising a monthly Meet&Mingle, where you can meet other people in the Leiden region in a casual setting.
This edition of the Meet&Mingle will be organised in cooperation with the municipality of Leiden. Fleur Spijker, alderman for Economy, Knowledge, Sports & Health at Gemeente Leiden, will also be present this evening.
Are you Dutch, and do you want to meet internationals that live in Leiden? You are more than welcome to join! You can participate in this event for free. Registration for all participants is required as space is limited. |
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14 September Closing Summer Party
The Closing Summer Party is your chance to catch up with colleagues and fellow Leiden Bio Science Park professionals after the summer break. Enjoy the last summer vibes.
There will be fancy drinks, music, barbecue, and the legendary karaoke bar Café The Play. The rest of the program will remain a surprise. Don’t miss it! |
| 19 September
Human Capital event This meeting is entirely dedicated to action line 4 of the Human Capital Agenda Leiden Bio Science Park: ‘The Leiden Bio Science Park (LBSP); the place to be for international LSH professionals’,
We will discuss what the opportunities are to increase the influx and retention of international knowledge workers (WO - HBO - MBO) and students and how that could be enforced by a better international promotion, positioning and branding of the LBSP as an attractive ecosystem for international talent on a local, regional and national level. |
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20 September TNO Symposium
This symposium emphasizes the importance of beneficial synergistic effects of combinations of fibres and their interactions with other compounds. Moreover, we celebrate the end of a period of 38 years at TNO of Jan-Willem van der Kamp.
Trends towards more plant-based foods and reduction of levels of sugars and fats may contribute to a higher intake of fibres. This symposium will present new insights and technologies for exploring and optimising synergistic effects and thereby contributing to personal and public health. |
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20-21 September
FIGON - The Dutch Medicines Days
The Dutch Medicines Days bring together professionals who are involved in pharmaceutical sciences in order to exchange the latest scientific results, experiences, and information and to build and strengthen collaboration at regional and international level.
The Dutch Medicines Days is the conference where partners from industry, scientific and professional associations, universities, business and government can present their findings, share new scientific content and strengthen their network.
The programme of the DMD offers inspiring presenations and lectures that give you insights into the future of drug development and health care applications |
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28 September TechTalk: Regenerative medicine (reNEW consortium)
Join us after work at the September TechTalk. This meeting is about Regenerative medicine (reNEW consortium). After the TechTalk meeting you are able to join the Full House party at Plus Ultra Kadans. |
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5 October Human Capital intervision sessions
Do you have a pressing question or dilemma you would like to discuss? Or would you like to share your own expertise to help others? Brainstorm and share cases with fellow HR professionals during our popular Human Capital Intervision sessions. |
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26 October Life Sciences Café
We would like to invite you to the next Life Sciences Café that will take place on 26 October. During this Life Sciences Café we will also take a moment to say goodbye to Ida Haisma and extend a warm welcome to Esther Peters as new director of the Leiden Bio Science Park (LBSP) Foundation. This event is not only a moment of transition but also the perfect opportunity for professionals, researchers and entrepreneurs working at the LBSP to connect. The Life Sciences Café encourages participants to engage with one another and stimulate partnerships. Please note: Acquisition is not the goal. |
| 26 October
ISPE Leiden Bio Science Park Site Visit
The ISPE (International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering) Emerging Leaders team is organising a LBSP Site Visit event in collaboration with several renowned biotech companies at the Leiden Bio Science Park (LBSP). Three companies at the LBSP - NecstGen, Batavia Biosciences, and Halix - will open their doors to the visitors on 26 October. During this event, you will be able to visit one of these three companies, hear more about its daily business, ask your questions to the company representative, and follow a guided tour around the facilities! This is a great opportunity for young professionals and students who are willing to broaden their scope of the biotech and pharma business landscape. After the company visit, there will be an opportunity to network with all participants during networking drinks at the BioPartner 1 building at LBSP.
Confirmed hosting companies: NecstGen, Batavia Biosciences, and Halix. Follow the ISPE LinkedIn page for the updates!
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◼️ Next newsletter Our next newsletter will be the October edition, which you will receive mid October.
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