Leiden Bio Science Park

Discovering The EU's Updates Regulatory Landscape & Updates
2025-06-19 12:00 - 17:30 UTC | Biotech Training Facility, Syliviusweg 70, Leiden, 2333 BE, Netherlands
Join us for an afternoon of expert-led sessions on the latest EU (bio)pharmaceutical legislation, regulatory frameworks, and firsthand insights from the field. This half-day event is designed for regulatory professionals, market access experts, and decision-makers navigating the shifting landscape of EU pharma and clinical development.
During the welcome and the break Biotech Training Facility offers a tour of the state-of-the-art facility.
Event Agenda
12:00 – Lunch & Welcome
13:00 – Welcome and introduction of event and speakers
13:10 – New EU Pharma Legislation – Overview of the key aspects and status of implementation
14:00 – Orphan medicines and Paediatric Investigation Plans – Impact of the New EU Pharma Legislation
14:50 – Coffee Break
15:10 – New EU Health Technology Assessment Regulation – Overview of what’s new and status of the implementation
16:00 – Clinical Trial Regulation – status and first experiences after 3 years of effect
16:50 – Concluding remarks
17:00 – 17:30 Drinks, Snacks & Networking
Who should attend?
This seminar is relevant for Regulatory Affairs, Market Access & Pricing, Clinical Development, and/or Rare Disease & Paediatric Drug Development professionals working at biotech and pharma companies, or institutes.
Why join?
By attending, you’ll better understand how recent and upcoming EU regulatory changes may affect drug development and market access. The sessions will provide context to help you interpret these developments and consider their relevance to your work. It’s also an opportunity to connect with peers and exchange perspectives on shared regulatory and operational challenges.
Registration
Participation is free, but spaces are limited. Secure your spot today and stay informed on the regulatory changes shaping the EU pharmaceutical landscape!

BioPartner Lunch & Learn: Expanding to America
2025-06-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Biopartner gebouw 1, 21 J.H. Oortweg, Leiden, 2333 CH, Netherlands
Every month, BioPartner hosts a Lunch & Learn session: We provide lunch and an expert speaker, and you’ll learn about a topic of interest!
Coming to America: Legal and Fundraising Considerations When Coming to the USA
For many high-growth European-based life science enterprises, the United States is an attractive country for expansion and/or later-stage fundraising. The U.S. offers the promise of massive commercial opportunities, lucrative industrial partnerships and plentiful venture and growth capital. However, doing business and raising money in an unfamiliar, highly competitive environment requires thoughtful advance planning and clinical execution.
In this exclusive workshop led by legal and business experts from Wilson Sonsini, a leading Silicon Valley based law and business advisory firm, we will discuss best practices for navigating the legal and business aspects of launching and operating a business in America and setting and meeting expectations for U.S. later-stage funding. There will be able time for Q&A following an initial presentation by the Wilson Sonsini team.
We will cover a few frequently asked questions, such as:

When should I consider establishing U.S. operations?
When should I look to raise money from U.S. VCs?
Do I need a U.S. company to raise money from U.S. VCs?
When do I need to create a U.S. company?
What is a flip? How difficult is it to organize?
Where is the best place to set up in the States?
How long does U.S. set up take and how much does it cost?
How do I sell/pitch in the U.S. as a non-U.S. founder?
How is hiring different in the U.S., and what’s the optimal U.S. team?
Does everyone really sue each other all the time in the U.S.? Is there any method to limit our liability?

Confirmed speakers are:
Julia L. Minitti – Matthew J. Meyer – Bradley H. Doline
Registration: Free, please register here or through the link below!
Walk-in: 11:45
Lunch: Email to melina@biopartnerleiden.nl if you have dietary requirements
Duration: 12-13h, plus time for questions and discussion
Location: BioPartner Building 1, 21 J.H. Oortweg 2333 CH Leiden, in the Auditorium (near the entrance)

Online HR C@fe
2025-06-19 09:00 - 09:30 | South Holland
Online HR C@fe – English Edition
Working in HR? Stay informed about the latest developments in Dutch employment law.
TK organises the online HR C@fe every first Thursday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.: a short, informative update on current legal developments, intended for HR directors and advisors, accountants, consultants and enterpreneurs. The online HR C@fe is characterised as: to the point, practical, and distinctive.
On 19 June 2025, the first English Edition will take place. In just half an hour, we will look back at the first half of the year. We will discuss the highlights of previous editions of the online HR C@fe and summarise the most important case law for you.
The online HR C@fe will be hosted by Jeffrey Kenens, Partner in Employment Law at TK.
Registration
Would you like to be fully up to date again? Register for free using the link below!
We kindly request your registration for this special edition no later than Wednesday, 18 June 2025. You will receive a confirmation and the participation link for the online session via email.*
*If you do not receive a confirmation, we recommend checking your spam filter first.
Summary
Time: 9:00 a.m. til 9:30 a.m.
Date: 19 June 2025
Location: Online

Leiden Entrepreneurs’ Reception 2025
2025-06-18 17:00 - 20:00 | South Holland
Connecting local business, celebrating entrepreneurship
The City of Leiden warmly invites all local entrepreneurs to the Leiden Entrepreneurs’ Reception 2025, taking place on Wednesday 18 June from 17:00 in the Stadhuis foyer (Stadhuisplein 1).
This annual gathering is a celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit that shapes and strengthens Leiden — economically, socially and culturally.
Why attend?

Reconnect with fellow entrepreneurs from across the city

Meet new faces and expand your local network

Share ideas and speak directly with the Mayor and city councillors

Enjoy drinks, bites and music in a relaxed setting

Organised by and for local entrepreneurs, this evening highlights the power of collaboration within our city. Whether you run a startup, a family business or an established company, you are part of what makes Leiden thrive — and we look forward to toasting that with you.
📅 Date: Wednesday 18 June 2025
🕔 Time: From 17:00
📍 Location: City Hall Foyer, Stadhuisplein 1, Leiden

Meet Your Co-Founder XL
2025-06-18 14:30 - 18:00 | biopartner building 3, Galileiweg 8, Leiden, 2333 BD
Do you have the ambition to join a promising startup or are you looking for a co-founder that can strengthen your company? Join the Meet Your Co-Founder XL event on June 18, 2025!
During this event you will get the opportunity to either pitch your startup or present yourself to a startup to potentially find a talent match made in heaven!
So, if you’re a promising startup with a leadership vacancy or a talent ready to strengthen an innovative startup with your superpowers then sign up here or through the link below before June 18th!
📆 Wednesday June 18th, 2025 | 14:30h – 18:00h
📍 BioPartner 3, Galileiweg 8 2333 BD, Leiden
This event is organized by PLNT and supported by all university incubators of Incubators United.​ 🙌

BIO International Convention
2025-06-16 08:00 - 2025-06-19 17:00 | Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St, Boston, MA, United States
The BIO International Convention is the world’s most influential biotech conference. This year BIO takes place on June 16-19 in Boston, MA.
🎫 Member discount: hollandbio members are eligible for exclusive cluster discounts on General and Premier Access passes. To take advantage of these discounts, please buy your tickets through our website before March 1st. Purchased tickets will then be allocated to you once we receive them from the BIO organization.
Discount details

~€400 discount on Premier Access Passes (hollandbio member rate of €2855).
~€140 discount on General Access Passes (hollandbio member rate of €1855).

Click here to register! For general information, please visit the BIO International Convention website.

HLTH Europe
2025-06-16 - 2025-06-19 | RAI Convention Centre, Europaplein 24, Amsterdam, 1078 GZ
From June 16–19, HLTH Europe will take place in Amsterdam, bringing together over 5,000 leaders from across the healthcare and life sciences sectors for Europe’s flagship event on health innovation.
Join policymakers, healthtech pioneers, pharma leaders, and care providers for four days of insight, networking, and collaboration at the RAI Convention Centre.
Key themes include women’s health, biotech, digital health, and healthcare transformation. Learn more by visiting the website below!

LED3 Lecture: Synthetic Biology for Drug Discovery
2025-06-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Gorleaus Building, Einsteinweg 55, Leiden
The Leiden Early Drug Discovery & Development (LED3) network is a collaboration between Leiden University’s Institute of Biology (IBL), Leiden Institute of Chemistry (LIC), and the Leiden Academic Centre for Drug Research (LACDR).
LED3 drives the discovery of innovative drug targets, molecules, and concepts to develop safer, more effective treatments for diseases like cancer, cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, and infectious conditions.
By combining expertise across early drug discovery stages, LED3 enhances understanding of molecular and cellular interactions, advancing novel approaches to drug development.
Located near the Leiden Bio Science Park and LUMC, LED3 partners with academia and industry to accelerate drug discovery and development.
Join a lecture by Professor Jay Keasling, a world-renowned leader in synthetic biology and metabolic engineering from the University of California, Berkeley.
This lecture will delve into how synthetic biology can revolutionize drug discovery and development, highlighting its potential to address global challenges like climate change, healthcare inequality, and resource scarcity.

TK CHALLENGE BIO SCIENCE PARKRUN
2025-06-12 08:00 - 17:00 | South Holland
TK Challenge Bio Science Parkrun 2025
Run for vitality — and for a good cause
On Thursday 12 June 2025, the fourth edition of the TK Challenge Bio Science Parkrun will take place. This accessible 5 km run brings together colleagues, researchers, and local residents in a celebration of health, connection, and community. The route winds through the heart of the Leiden Bio Science Park and ends with a celebratory drink and a cheque handover to the Willem-Alexander Children’s Hospital (WAKZ).
Running with purpose
The Bio Science Parkrun is part of the TK Challenge Foundation’s mission to promote vitality in the Leiden region. All proceeds from this year’s run go to the Willem-Alexander Children’s Hospital, which offers vital support to children facing serious illness, mental health challenges or difficult home environments. A specific fundraising goal within the hospital will be announced soon.
Event details

📍 Start location: LUMC (Leiden University Medical Center)

🕓 Start time: 16:30

🏃‍♂️ Distance: 5 km (low-barrier, accessible to all fitness levels)

🏁 Finish line: CORPUS

🍻 Closing moment: Post-run drinks and symbolic cheque presentation for the WAKZ

Opening Unlock_hub
2025-06-11 15:30 - 20:00 | biopartner building 3, Galileiweg 8, Leiden, 2333 BD
Come to the festive opening of the physical location of unlock_, the central hub and starting point for Life Science & Health startups at the Leiden Bio Science Park. This inspiring space brings together startups, researchers, students and entrepreneurs to foster innovation and collaboration.
When: Wednesday 11 June 2025
Time: 15:30 – 20:00
Location: BioPartner 3, Galileïweg 8 2333 BD Leiden
What can you expect?
During the opening, we will give you an exclusive look at the unlock_ program and share our vision on the future of innovation in the Life Science & Health sector. The program includes:

Welcome speech
Keynote: by various unlock_ alumni share their story
Symbolic opening of the unlock_ hub
Guided tour of the space where you can get acquainted with the various aspects of the program and have the opportunity to unlock_ a space yourself.
Networking reception to end the day festively

The unlock_ hub is more than a place; it is a movement to shape the future of innovation in Life Science and Health. We hope you will join us to celebrate this special moment!
Registration
We would like to receive your registration before June 6. Please register here or through the link below

Lunch & Learn
2025-06-10 12:00 - 12:45 | PLNT, Langegracht 70, Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands
On the 10th of June, PLNT partner TeekensKarstens Advocaten (TK) will be hosting the Lunch & Learn. In half an hour they will discuss legal-hot-topics for start-ups and provide you with practical tips on what to look out for in the early stages of your start-up adventure.
The areas they will be discussing are intellectual property, privacy, corporate structures and labour law. After this, there is enough room to ask questions and enjoy a delicious free lunch.
Practical information:
Location: The Arena @PLNT
Time: 12.00-12.45
Topic: Legal-hot-topics
Please sign up through the link below!

World Bio Markets
2025-06-10 08:00 - 2025-06-11 17:00 | The Hague, Netherlands, The Hague, Netherlands
World Bio Markets is a two-day, commercially focused event connecting and generating deal flow between bio-developers and producers, global brands and buyers, investors and financiers, community enablers and suppliers.
📆 10-11 June 2025
📍The Hague, Netherlands
For 18 years World Bio Markets has been uniting and connecting the bioeconomy value chain from lab to market, and driving change through commercially viable innovation. It does this through a unique focus on highly targeted and pre-arranged 1-2-1 meetings, providing a cost and time efficient way of connecting with potential new customers and partners.
These meetings run alongside a programme of keynotes, presentations, panel discussions, Q&A’s, and interviews with key figures in the bioeconomy.
Looking to scale your business at a faster pace? The event provides the perfect opportunity to:

Meet potential new customers and partners
Grow your new business development pipeline
Build relationships with global brands
Find investment
Position yourself as a bioeconomy pioneer and thought leader

For more information and to register please visit www.worldbiomarkets.com

Biology on Tap
2025-06-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Leidse Lente, Haagweg 4, Leiden, Zuid Holland, 2311 AA Leiden, Netherlands
Join Biology on Tap (BoT), a lively evening where science meets socialising. Every first Monday of the month at 20:00 Leidse Lente comes alive with the buzz of biology enthusiasts.
Delve into the fascinating world of biology and life sciences with two dynamic guest speakers who’ll share their latest discoveries and adventures in the field. It’s a casual yet captivating event that promises knowledge, laughter, and good company.
Participate in their biology-themed pub quiz, where teams will compete to win a prize. Teams will be formed, pitting the best biologists against the best non-biologists, ensuring a fair and entertaining competition for all.
Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a trivia buff, or simply looking to make new connections, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your knowledge, share your passion for biology, and forge friendships in a welcoming environment. Celebrate the wonders of biology together, one fun fact at a time.
When: 9 June from 20:00 to 22:00
Where: Café Leidse Lente, Haagweg 4, 2311 AA Leiden
Do you want to stay up to date about Biology on Tap events in the future? Please visit the link below!

ISPE NL Emerging Leaders Career Event
2025-06-06 13:30 - 19:00 | Plus Ultra Leiden, Emmy Noetherweg 2, Leiden, South Holland, 2333 BK, Netherlands
Are you a student, recent graduate, or early-career professional in the pharmaceutical industry? Exploring career paths beyond technical or scientific roles can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone.
ISPE NL, in collaboration with Leiden Bio Science Park, invites you to an exciting event designed to broaden your horizons within the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Discover diverse career opportunities in 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀, 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀.
Join us for an engaging afternoon filled with 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀, 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗩 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 to help elevate your next career move.
𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 06 June 2025
𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Plus Ultra, Emmy Noetherweg 2, 2333 BK, Leiden
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 13:30 – 19:00
Take the next step in shaping your future – 𝘄𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲!
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄, 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱!
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CIC Monthly - Rotterdam Square
2025-06-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Groot Handelsgebouw, Stationsplein 45, Rotterdam, 3013 AK, Netherlands
CIC Monthly is an exciting series of monthly events dedicated to entrepreneurship and innovation in Rotterdam, hosted by CIC Rotterdam. On Thursday, June 5, 2025, CIC Rotterdam and Rotterdam Square will join forces for an inspiring edition about innovation in the healthcare sector. Save the date!
CIC Monthly takes place every first Thursday of the month. This event serves as a platform for the city’s vibrant innovation ecosystem, bringing together over 250 startups, investors, and key stakeholders. Curious about all upcoming editions? Click the link below!
Date: June 5, 2025
Time: 17:00-20:00 (including networking)
Location: CIC Venture Cafe (4th floor), Groot Handelsgebouw, Rotterdam
More information about this event will be announced soon.

IP Advise Session
2025-06-05 | Biopartner gebouw 1, 21 J.H. Oortweg, Leiden, 2333 CH, Netherlands
Every first Thursday of the month, Katja Apelt takes office in BioPartner 1 to offer entrepreneurial support on IP.
In the one-on-one sessions, the IP advisor, Katja Apelt, will focus on the intellectual property that align with your company’s strategy and development👩‍🔬. She also provides assistance when it comes to searching patent databases and financial support from the RVO.
The consultation is provided by the Netherlands Patent Office as an independent, free-of-charge and confidential service.
Fill out this form here or through the link below and Katja will reach out to schedule an appointment.
Location: BioPartner 1, J.H. Oortweg 21 – Leiden, in room 1020.

Workshop Sustainability in the Lab
2025-06-04 10:30 - 12:00 | Biopartner building 5, De Limes 7, Oegstgeest, 2342DH
Join the Workshop on Sustainability in the Lab on June 4th, BioPartner
What will be discussed?
♻️ Consumable: How could you help reduce plastic waste in the lab?
🐭 Sample: If animal testing is forbidden tomorrow, how would this affect your research?
🔬 Equipment: How can you save energy in your research workflow?
Isogen Life Science is a distributor company for lab equipment, reagents, consumables, services, and support for the life science field. They approach challenges in life sciences with curiosity. Isogen organises workshops/lectures (such as “Sustainability in the Lab”) free of charge to facilitate mutual knowledge transfer and encourage productive discussions.
Isogen Life Science has organized different editions successfully at Utrecht University, Twente University, Groningen University, the Bio-Incubator Utrecht, and at KADANS Leiden.
Date: June 4th, 2025
Walk-in with coffee: 10:00
Time: 10:30 to 12:00 in room The View in the BioPartner 5,

Walk-in and connect: We’ll be in the room from 10:00 to 13:00, so feel free to come early or stay a bit longer to connect over coffee and tea.
This interactive workshop is all about how small changes in the lab can lead to a big impact. We’ll explore the broader sustainability picture, share solutions we’re working on, and then engage in a group brainstorm session about reducing energy use, cutting down on plastic waste, and moving away from animal-derived products.
It’ll be a great opportunity to exchange ideas and get inspired by others who care about making science more sustainable.
Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve yours here or through the website below!

Paths to the patient: Business models for drug discovery and development
2025-06-03 13:00 - 18:00 | Jaarbeurs Utrecht
JLABS | Paths to the patient: Business models for drug discovery and development

Turning a drug discovery into patient impact means choosing the right development path and knowing when to pivot. But how do you choose the best route for your drug?

Join Johnson & Johnson’s upcoming program as they bring together experts who have successfully traveled these paths and are ready to share insights into various development routes. Topics include academic-industry partnerships, IP strategies, spin-off creation, funding, and more. Don’t miss your chance to gain clarity on the pros and cons of different paths for your scientific breakthrough. Secure your place today to join fellow forward-thinking innovators in Utrecht this 3 June.

Start-ups, early innovators and entrepreneurs are welcome to register here or through the button below! We also welcome stakeholders supporting these start-ups.
When: 3 June
Time: 13:00 til 18:00
Location: Beatrix Building Jaarbeurs, Utrecht

The Future of Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy (FMIR) 2025 - KALCIO
2025-06-03 - 2025-06-04 | Jaarbeurs Utrecht
Join the educational sessions, workshops, and trainings during “The Future of Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy.”

There’s something inspiring and engaging for everyone — you can create your own ideal program. Each day features a variety of themes tailored to your area of expertise. Connect with key companies in your field and discover how your profession is evolving.
You are warmly welcome on June 3 and 4, 2025, starting at 9:00 AM. The program begins at 9:30 AM. Between sessions, there will be plenty of time to switch rooms, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, and catch up with suppliers. There will be two 45-minute breaks for a delicious lunch and a visit to the exhibition floor. Want to know more? Check the link below!

Salonlezing - Vrouwen met hartklachten maken het verschil
2025-05-31 15:00 - 16:30 | Rijksmuseum Boerhaave, Lange St. Agnietenstraat 10, Leiden, 2312 WC, Netherlands
De gezondheidszorg is van oudsher ontwikkeld naar het model van de mannelijke patiënt. Daarom ligt de zorg voor vrouwen nog steeds op achterstand. De cardiologie is een vakgebied bij uitstek waarin sekse- en genderverschillen er in belangrijke mate toe doen. Cardiovasculaire gebeurtenissen ontstaan gemiddeld 7-10 jaar later bij vrouwen dan bij mannen omdat zij relatief ‘beschermd’ zijn door hun oestrogene hormonen in de vruchtbare levensfase. Vrouwen maken echter een inhaalslag op middelbare leeftijd. In de jaren na de menopauze wordt het cardiovasculaire risicoprofiel ongunstiger met een stijging van de bloeddruk en de cholesterolwaarden. Het patroon van aderverkalking laat belangrijke verschillen zien tussen mannen en vrouwen, waarbij vrouwen minder vaak en pas op oudere leeftijd vernauwingen hebben. Op middelbare leeftijd domineren klachten die horen bij vaatspasme. Dit wordt minder snel herkend, is lastiger vast te stellen en wordt vaak niet behandeld. Het gevolg is dat veel vrouwen terugkerende hartklachten hebben die een grote impact hebben op hun leven. Ze vallen uit op het werk en kunnen zelfs in een isolement terecht komen. In deze lezing wordt u bijgepraat over de nieuwste inzichten over man/vrouw verschillen in ischemische hartziekten.

Over de spreker
Angela Maas, MD, PhD is a clinical cardiologist since more than 35 years and has developed a main interest in heart disease in women over the past decades. She established the first outpatient clinic for women in the Netherlands in 2003 and was appointed as a professor in Cardiology for women at the Radboud University, Nijmegen in 2012. She has received many awards such as by the Dutch Society of female physicians (2010), the Radboud University (2014) and was knighted by the King in 2017. She has been one of the most influential female doctors in Dutch healthcare and was the 2020/21 Women’s representative of the Dutch Government to the United Nations.
Wanneer: De lezing vindt plaats op zaterdag 31 mei 2025. Van 15.00 tot 16.00 uur, met de gelegenheid om vragen te stellen tot 16.30.
Als u het museum nog wil bezoeken dan raden we u aan om dat voorafgaand aan de lezing te doen, we sluiten onze deuren om 17.00 uur.
Waar: In de congreszaal van Rijksmuseum Boerhaave of online via de livestream
Taal: Nederlands
Kosten: De lezing is gratis op vertoon van een geldig entreebewijs. Dat is bijvoorbeeld een ticket voor het museum of geheel gratis als je een Museumkaart hebt. Kijk hier voor meer informatie over onze ticketopties. Deelname aan de livestream is geheel gratis.
Aanmelden: Aanmelden kan via onderstaand formulier. Er is een apart inschrijfformulier voor de lezing in onze congreszaal of om via de livestream mee te kijken. Let op: Alleen als u onze automatische bevestigingsmail heeft ontvangen (check uw spam-box) is uw aanmelding geregistreerd.
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BCF Career Event NL
2025-05-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Beatrix building, Jaarbeursplein 6, Utrecht, 3521AL, Netherlands
BCF Career Event is the largest career event for the Life Sciences. It is the meeting place for everyone who is or wants to be active in Bio/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Food or Pharma. BCF Career Event offers you the opportunity to get into direct contact with a broad range of employers in the sector, but also with other organisations that can help you further in your career.
For more information and registration click here.

Yoga-Stretching Classes in Leiden
2025-05-06 18:15 - 19:45 | Leidse Ballet Theaterschool, Caeciliastraat 18, Leiden, 2312 XB, Netherlands
If you dream of flexibility, improved posture and harmony in the body, WeStretchIt provides a relaxing and friendly environment to explore your body and mind!
What awaits you in the classes?

Simple yoga-stretching exercises that are suitable for both beginners and more experienced practitioners
Learning basic breathing techniques and aroma relaxation after stressful days
Individual approach and attention to each participant

Whether you are practicing advanced sport exercises or simply want to improve and maintain your physical wellbeing, WeStretchIt provides a relaxing and friendly environment to do so!
👉 Registration:
You can register for the classes via the contact form on the website below, send an email or text on whatsapp or use Instagram. You may also specify all the other days when you plan to attend the class.
👉 Planned live stretching classes in May’25: 🧘
May 2025
Tuesday 6th 18:15-19:45
Tuesday 20th 18:15-19:45
Tuesday 27th 18:15-19:45
June 2025
TBA
👉 Payment:

Trial live stretching class – 10 EUR
Single live stretching class – 15 EUR
Private live class – 50 EUR

You can proceed with the payment (15 EUR / 10 EUR trial / 10 EUR online) at least 48h before the class. Individual class costs 50 EUR / 1h.
👉 Level:
Beginners and Intermediate. The goal is to offer classes and programs that suit different levels of flexibility and fitness experiences for everyone.
👉 Location:
The classes are taking place in Studio 4 (second floor) of the Leidse Ballet Theaterschool Caeciliastraat 18, Leiden 2312 XB.
Contact information:
E-mail: info@westretchit.com
Instagram: we_stretch_it
Website: www.westretchit.com
Whatsapp: +31 (0) 68 405 36 19

Webinar: Improving lentiviral vector yield with 2G UNic technology
2025-05-27 16:00 - 17:00 | online
Join NecstGen and ProteoNic for our webinar “Improving lentiviral vector yield with 2G UNic technology”, presented by Maurice van der Heijden (Director of R&D, ProteoNic) and Diederik Lokhorst (Viral Vector Scientist, NecstGen).
Discover more about ProteoNic’s 2G UNic™ technology and how NecstGen has been applying the technology for Lentiviral (LV) production. Learn from our experts while they discuss several aspects of LV production, a major cost driver in both gene therapies and Ex vivo gene therapies, and how both companies are working together to improve it.
Register now to secure your spot and stay tuned for more updates!
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Lunch & Learn: The role of CMC in pharma startups
2025-05-27 11:45 - 13:15 | Biopartner gebouw 1, 21 J.H. Oortweg, Leiden, 2333 CH, Netherlands
From concept to clinic: the critical role of CMC in pharma start-ups
Join this interactive session to explore a strategic roadmap for accelerating your development pipeline!
You’ll be equipped with a clear framework and actionable insights to refine your development strategy, tailored to the unique challenges of biotech and pharma innovation. 🧪🧬

Uncover the critical role of CMC on the route from concept to clinic, and discover how it is integrated with preclinical, clinical, quality, and regulatory functions.
Dive into real-world case studies to navigate key decision points, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.
Gain insights to optimize your path to the clinic, balancing scientific rigor with entrepreneurial agility.

Whether you’re leading a startup or scaling innovation, this session will provide you practical insights and context to help you shape your plans.
Talk by Expert Ethlinn van Gaal of NovoSere
💡Ethlinn van Gaal, PhD in Pharmaceutics, has +10y experience in early-stage pharmaceutical development, specialized in advanced drug delivery, biotechnology, non-biological complex formulations, injectables, pharmaceutics, GMP manufacturing, tech transfer, QbD, project management, and leading development teams. Ethlinn previously worked for Enceladus, Cristal Therapeutics, OctoPlus, Dr. Reddy’s, and Micreos Pharma and co-founded NovoSere in February 2024.

🍃 NovoSere provides a team of experts with deep knowledge and hands-on experience in Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control (CMC). They deliver strategic and operational support, tailored solutions, and expert guidance in CDMO selection and management.

Registration: Free
Walk-in: 11:45
Duration: 12-13h, plus time for questions and discussion
Location: BioPartner Building 1, 21 J.H. Oortweg 2333 CH Leiden

Salonlezing - Verschillend gelijk
2025-05-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Rijksmuseum Boerhaave, Lange St. Agnietenstraat 10, Leiden, 2312 WC, Netherlands
Vrouwen protesteren al decennia tegen een paternalistische gezondheidszorg die met hun specifieke problemen onvoldoende rekening houdt, of die uitgaat van kennis opgedaan in studies naar mannen. Onderzoek wijst uit dat niet alleen gezondheidsverschillen bestaan rond de ‘bikinilijn’, maar ook bij aandoeningen die zowel bij mannen als bij vrouwen voorkomen zijn relevante verschillen, zoals bij hart- en vaatziekten of bij psychische problematiek, en medicatie kan bij mannen en vrouwen anders werken. Ook kennen de levens van mannen en vrouwen veelal andere patronen, kunnen mensen niet in twee eenvoudige categorieën man of vrouw worden ingedeeld maar is het ingewikkelder, en worden oude fouten en stereotype patronen ook in onderzoek steeds opnieuw herhaald. Vrouwenorganisaties zoals Stichting Vrouwenhart, Voices for Women, de PMDD stichting, of stichting Vuurvrouw zetten ‘hun’ thema’s op de politieke, maatschappelijke, en onderzoeksagenda. En ook onderzoekers organiseren zich steeds meer. Want gendersensitief onderzoek is nog niet zo vanzelfsprekend (www.mobielebrigades.nl).

Over de spreker
Dr. Petra Verdonk is opgeleid als arbeid- en gezondheidspsycholoog. In haar wetenschappelijke loopbaan deed ze onderzoek en onderwijs op het gebied van gender en diversiteit in gezondheid en gezondheidszorg. Verdonk is mede-oprichter en secretaris van de Nederlandse Vereniging Gender & Gezondheid en richtte onlangs haar eigen bureau Beyond Boundary op, waar zij haar activiteiten op gebied van gender, gezondheid, en klimaatrechtvaardigheid voortzet.
Zondag 25 mei is de Dag van de Vrouwengezondheid.
Wanneer: De lezing vindt plaats op zondag 25 mei 2025. Van 15.00 tot 16.00 uur, met de gelegenheid om vragen te stellen tot 16.30.
Als u het museum nog wil bezoeken dan raden we u aan om dat voorafgaand aan de lezing te doen, we sluiten onze deuren om 17.00 uur.
Waar: In de congreszaal van Rijksmuseum Boerhaave of online via de livestream
Taal: Nederlands
Kosten: De lezing is gratis op vertoon van een geldig entreebewijs. Dat is bijvoorbeeld een ticket voor het museum of geheel gratis als je een Museumkaart hebt. Kijk hier voor meer informatie over onze ticketopties. Deelname aan de livestream is geheel gratis.
Aanmelden: Aanmelden kan via onderstaand formulier. Er is een apart inschrijfformulier voor de lezing in onze congreszaal of om via de livestream mee te kijken. Let op: Alleen als u onze automatische bevestigingsmail heeft ontvangen (check uw spam-box) is uw aanmelding geregistreerd.
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Naturalis Nights Biodiversity Day 2025
2025-05-22 18:30 - 22:30 | Naturalis Biodiversity Centre, Darwinweg 2, Leiden, 2333 CR, Netherlands
On Wednesday, May 22, Naturalis will open its doors in the evening for a special event: Naturalis Nights, in honor of the International Day for Biological Diversity.
Expect an inspiring program filled with talks, interactive exhibits, and unique behind-the-scenes experiences centered on the incredible diversity of life on Earth.
This is a great after-work opportunity for everyone at Leiden Bio Science Park to connect, explore, and celebrate science in a different setting. Bring a colleague, bring your curiosity!
Where: Naturalis Biodiversity CenterWhen: Evening program starts at 18:30 to 22:30
Let’s celebrate biodiversity together, just around the corner!
Check out the full program & register

Pitching Pubquiz 2025
2025-05-22 17:00 - 21:30 | Biopartner building 5, De Limes 7, Oegstgeest, 2342DH
Are you ready for the battle to become the Pitching Pubquiz Champion 2025?
This time, the Pitching Pubquiz will be held at BioPartner 5 on May 22nd, 2025. This is the ultimate evening where researchers and entrepreneurs from the Leiden Bio Science Park will present their pitches, and where you can put your knowledge to the test in an exciting and fun pub quiz. Who will score the most points, win the coveted title, and go home as the Pitching Pubquiz Champion 2025?
New this year: Voluntary Mini Challenge for extra points
This year we are adding an exciting twist! Each team will be asked to choose one person from the team to present a short 1-minute pitch. This way, you can earn extra points for your team. An independent jury will then vote on the most impactful pitch. The team with the most points from the jury will earn extra points!
Every team that participates will automatically get 5 bonus points. The winning team gets a total of 10 bonus points!
Topic Voluntary Mini Challenge: Science Fiction or Science Fact?
Pitch a biotech or life science innovation that feels like science fiction today, like wearable organ 3D printers. You have max. one minute for this challenge. Convince the jury and earn extra points for your team.
In short:
🎉 What: Pitching Pubquiz 2025
🗓️ When: May 22, 17:00 – 21:30
📍 Where: BioPartner 5, De Limes 7, Oegstgeest
💸 Cost: Free!
✍️ Sign up: Register here
Whether you come solo or with a team (max 5 participants), everyone is welcome to join. Coming alone or with a couple of friends? No worries – we’ll make sure you get placed on a team. It’s going to be an evening full of fun, exciting pitches, and surprising quiz questions!
The Pitching Pubquiz is organized by BioPartner, and it’s the perfect chance to discover what’s happening at the Leiden Bio Science Park, while having a great time together.
Mark your calendar, bring your party spirit, and who knows – you could be the big winner! 🎉
Are you interested? Please register through the link below!

LED3 Lecture
2025-05-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Gorleaus Building, Einsteinweg 55, Leiden
The LED3 community is pleased to announce that Professor Edward Tate (Imperial College London) will give the next LED3 lecture.
Professor Tate holds the GSK Chair in Chemical Biology at Imperial College London and is a Group Leader at the Francis Crick Institute. He is a Fellow of the Royal Societies of Chemistry (FRSC) and of Biology (FRSB), and the awardee of the 2022 Cancer Research UK Programme Award and 2024 RSC Horizon Prize, among numerous other accolades. Prof. Tate also sits on the advisory board of multiple international research institutes and is the academic founder of several biotech companies, including Myricx Bio and Siftr Bio.

Prof. Tate’s research group uses chemical biology to pioneer new drug discovery approaches that target post-translational modifications, notable lipidation (Nat Commun, 2014), and intractable proteins such as deubiquitinase enzymes (J Am Chem Soc, 2020). His interdisciplinary approaches uses of combination of chemical genetics and proteomics platforms, synthetic chemistry, and various screening technologies. Recent highlights include the development of new strategies to induce protein degradation (J Am Chem Soc, 2025), map post-translation modifications (Nature Biotechnol, 2024), and the development of activity-based probes (Angew Chemie, 2023).

If you would like to meet Prof. Tate during his visit, he will be available on Friday 23rd (the day after LED3 seminar). Students and postdocs are also welcome to meet Prof. Tate during lunch on Friday. Please contact Madeline Kavanagh (m.e.kavanagh@lic.leidenuniv.nl) if you would like to meet with Ed or attend lunch. There will also be an opportunity to meet Prof. Tate informally over drinks after the seminar.
Date: May 22nd
Location: The Gorlaeus building (CM1.26), Einsteinweg 55, 2333 CC Leiden.
Time: 4pm
Interested or need more information? Please visit the link below!

LED3 Lecture: Chemical Biology for Drug Discovery
2025-05-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Gorleaus Building, Einsteinweg 55, Leiden
The Leiden Early Drug Discovery & Development (LED3) network is a collaboration between Leiden University’s Institute of Biology (IBL), Leiden Institute of Chemistry (LIC), and the Leiden Academic Centre for Drug Research (LACDR).
LED3 drives the discovery of innovative drug targets, molecules, and concepts to develop safer, more effective treatments for diseases like cancer, cardiovascular, neurodegenerative, and infectious conditions.
By combining expertise across early drug discovery stages, LED3 enhances understanding of molecular and cellular interactions, advancing novel approaches to drug development.
Located near the Leiden Bio Science Park and LUMC, LED3 partners with academia and industry to accelerate drug discovery and development.
Join a lecture by Professor Ed Tate, from Imperial College London, a leading expert in chemical biology and its transformative role in drug discovery.
This lecture will explore strategies at the intersection of chemistry and biology that are driving breakthroughs in medicine.

Leiden Bio Science Park OR Community Kick off event: Employee misconduct
2025-05-22 15:30 - 18:30 | TeekensKarstens, Vondellaan 51, Leiden, Netherlands
The initiative to create a community of OR (Works Council representatives) from the companies residing at Leiden Bio Science Park will be kicked off in May at TeekensKarstens (Vondellaan 51, Leiden).
This community will facilitate the organization of thematic events, create networking opportunities and knowledge exchange, and share relevant updates and trends regarding employee participation. Collecting and sharing this information will allow Works Council members to employ best practices regarding cooperation between employees and businesses. Eventually, strategic and social policies are shaped to benefit both the employee participation body and the employer. In that case, it will facilitate the growth and health of the ecosystem at LBSP.
Program:
15:30 – 15.45 Doors open
15.45 – 16:00 Kick-off OR Community at LBSP (Natalia Vtyurina)
16.00 – 16.10 Introduction to the participants
16.10 – 16.50 Workshop on Transgressive behaviour in the workplace (Annemarth Hiebendaal)
16.50 – 17.20 Discussions
17.20 – 17.30 Closure (Natalia Vtyurina)
17.30 – 18.30 Networking

Annemarth Hiebendaal, an attorney specializing in employment law from TeekensKarstens, will be giving a workshop on Transgressive behaviour in the workplace. During this workshop, she will explore the legal framework that governs employee behaviour, including the rights and obligations of employers and employees. Additionally, she will discuss the role of Works Council members in (avoiding) transgressive behaviour. This event is specifically open to OR Works council members. Ideally, no more than two members from the same organization join.
You can register here
For more information, you can reach out to Natalia Vtyurina or Annemarth Hiebendaal
