6th Life Science Start-up Day

Thursday, Februar 20, 2025

Lower Saxony’s must-attend event for founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, scientists, investors, and network partners: On February 20, 2025, the Life Science Start-up Day will open its doors for the sixth time, once again focusing on entrepreneurship, innovation, and networking in the life sciences sector.

The organizers Niedersachsen.next Startup & BioRegioN, Life Science Factory, Sartorius, and KWS warmly invite the entire life science community to the upcoming Life Science Start-up Day.
Look forward to a varied and informative program: Experience inspiring keynotes from leading experts, discover in-depth sessions on the latest topics in the life sciences, and enjoy exciting start-up pitches shaping the future of the industry. Don’t miss the opportunity to make valuable contacts, grow your network, and exchange ideas. Sign up for the Life Science Start-up Day and join us in celebrating innovation and entrepreneurial spirit in life sciences!

Registration is done via Innomatch. Click here to sign up.

Program Outline 2025

11:00 – 11:15 Uhr	Opening Life Science Start-up Day Introduction with Olaf Lies, Minister of Economic Affairs, Transport, Construction and Digitalization of Lower Saxony
11:15 – 11:45 Uhr	Keynote From Vision to Unicorn Insights on successful strategies in life science financing by Thomas Thum
11:45 – 12:00 Uhr	Start-up Pitches Short pitches from start-ups
12:00 – 13:45 Uhr	Lunch Break Catered lunch with a designated networking area for discussions and connections
13:45 – 14:05 Uhr	Panel Best practices for partnerships between industry and start-ups
14:05 – 14:30 Uhr	Start-up Pitches More Start-up Pitches
14:30 – 15:00 Uhr	Panel The role of Lower Saxony's start-up policies in fostering innovation
15:00 – 15:15 Uhr	Coffee Break Short Break to freshen up before the final part of the day
15:15 – 18:00 Uhr	Matchmaking Break-out Rooms covering Red and Green Life Sciences in the Open Event Space and Front Room, respectively.