Life Sciences Cafè- April 2025


The latest edition of the Life Sciences Café once again brought together the dynamic community of Leiden Bio Science Park for an afternoon of connection, inspiration, and knowledge-sharing. With a vibrant mix of long-time park professionals, students, startups, and members of the wider Life Sciences & Health ecosystem, the event was a testament to the collaborative spirit that defines the Park.

Held in an informal setting, the Café serves as a place where experience meets new ambition and where ideas quickly spark into action. This edition featured pitches from:

  • Bram Meijlink, PhD – Sync Biosystems

  • Dennis de Beeld – Constellate Proteomics

  • Can Sönmezer – Kedi Bioscience

Each speaker shared their work, fueling lively conversations and new connections across the community. Whether you’re a researcher, entrepreneur, student, or partner, the Life Sciences Café offers a welcoming platform to engage, learn, and collaborate.


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