Leiden Bio Science Park is more than a collection of companies and institutes. It is a working ecosystem where pioneers, researchers, entrepreneurs and professionals contribute to the future of health. People meet here every day to exchange knowledge, develop ideas and build partnerships. What connects them is a shared commitment to advancing life sciences and translating innovation into practical solutions.
The future of health depends on openness, on organisations willing to collaborate, and on people who know how to find each other.
That is why communities matter. They bring together people from across academia, startups, scale-ups, established companies and support organisations around shared challenges and opportunities in Life Sciences & Health.
Leiden Bio Science Park is a place to connect, collaborate and grow. Together.
About our communities
At Leiden Bio Science Park, our communities are an important part of the ecosystem. Communities connect people who do similar work and open doors to people they’d never otherwise meet. From sector-specific networks where professionals learn from peers, to shared sporting events where a CEO might end up on the same team as a data scientist. The connections made here tend to go further than the occasion that started them. Find the group that fits your work and see where it leads.
Science
Engage with the scientific community and explore groundbreaking research and advancements in life sciences & health. Take part in events like Tech Talks and focus groups covering topics like prevention & lifestyle, precision medicine, vaccines, regenerative medicine, and medtech. These platforms offer a space for knowledge sharing and collaborative innovation
Want to know when the next event is? Check out the eventpage.
Human capital
At Leiden Bio Science Park, we recognize that our strength lies in our people. The Human Capital Community is central to nurturing a skilled and diverse workforce that drives innovation in life sciences.
This community is committed to developing talent across all career stages, from budding students to seasoned professionals, ensuring that they have the opportunities and resources to thrive in this dynamic field. Together, this community supports the realization of the goals set out in the Human Capital Agenda.
Leiden Circular Science Park
Leiden Circular Science Park (LCSP) is a sustainability and circularity initiative that brings together organizations, both private and public, and individuals such as researchers, entrepreneurs, facility managers and students. We are open for everyone in the Leiden Bio Science Park ecosystem who is passionate about building a more sustainable future for the park and its surroundings.
Check out their website and join the community.
Business
Join industry leaders, entrepreneurs, marketers, and investors shaping the future of bioscience.
Whether you’re seeking strategic alliances, startup mentorship, marketing opportunities, or access to capital, our business communities offer the ideal platform for networking, collaboration, and growth.
With initiatives like PLNT and Unlock already in place, we’re expanding our investor network to create even better opportunities for funding and strategic partnerships.
Statisticians in the Park
Statisticians in the Park brings together everyone at Leiden Bio Science Park who works with statistics and data analysis. It is a community for sharing knowledge, exchanging ideas, and building connections.
Whether statistics is a core part of your daily work or an area you would like to explore further, you are welcome to join.
Sports
Staying active is an essential part of a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our sports community works together and offers a range of activities, from football teams to fitness boot camps.
They create opportunities for physical wellbeing, social connection, and a healthier future in line with the Future of Health vision at Leiden Bio Science Park.
Leiden Network for Plant Science
This network brings together organizations, companies, and institutions within Leiden Bio Science Park that work with plants and plant-based materials.
Facilitating serendipity
Through collaborative spaces and networking platforms, we foster connections that drive innovation. Whether you’re a CEO or a young professional, each community offers tailored opportunities for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and growth. The communities highlighted earlier are just a glimpse of how we create an environment where unexpected connections lead to new ideas, meaningful innovations, including access to capital.
