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Life Sciences & Health
Leiden • Leiden Bio Science Park
2025 Edition: 28 June – 6 July
Explore The Week
Come to Leiden on June 28 for the opening of the Dutch Bio Science Week. The opening of the week will take place during the Leiden Knowledge Festival. One of the highlights of the day is an inspiring keynote by none other than Olympic swimming champion Maarten van der Weijden!
Discover the programme of the Dutch Bio Science Week by day of per category. Every day there are several events, which one will you join?
Frequently
Asked
Questions
Got questions? We can imagine you need a bit of help getting oriented! To start out, you’ll find the most frequently asked questions below. Please get in touch with Chris Jaeger for any remaining questions!
For whom is the week? Should I join?
The week is for everyone curious about the Leiden Bio Science Park, Bio Sciences, Life Sciences & Health. Do you live in the region and have you always wondered what is happening on those 400.000 m2? Are you interested in your own and other peoples health? Do you work at the park, but would like to meet your peers? We’ve got you covered during the Dutch Bio Science Week. On the eventpages you will see if the event is suitable for your interests.
Where does the week take place?
The week takes place in Leiden and Leiden Bio Science Park. Did you know that Leiden Bio Science Park is the largest Life Science & Health cluster in the Netherlands? Over the past 40 years, we have acquired a strong, global position. With innovative companies, research institutes, academia and start-ups on the premises, no wonder the Dutch Bio Science Week is in Leiden.
How do I get invited to (closed) events?
Closed events are invite only. Are you interested in an event and would you like to attend? Please contact us via events@lbsp.nl. We will check the possibilities.Â
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I want to organise a (side-) event as part of the week. How can I do that?
That’s great! Please contact the organizer of the LSH week, Chris Jaeger, via cjaeger@lbsp.nl.
Who is behind the week?
The Dutch Bio Science Week is a collaborative initiative between the Leiden Bio Science Park Foundation, Leiden&Partners, Leiden Healthy Society Center and Leiden Kennisstad.Â
However, it would not be possible without our partners: Biopartner Leiden, Biotech Training Facility, Centrum JongerenCommunicatie Chemie C3, CIV Bio Sciences, Centre for Human Drug Research, Corpus, De Stal, Dorpsmarketing Oegstgeest, Entrepreneurs Association Bio Science Park, Evident Scientific, FIGON, Innovation Quarter, Johnson & Johnson, Kadans, Lab071, Leyden Academy on Vitality and Ageing, Leiden International Film Festival, Leiden International Centre, LUMC, mboRijnland, Municipality of Leiden, Municipality of Oegstgeest, Naturalis Biodiversity Center, Rijksmuseum Boerhaave, Talentmark, Unlock_Life Science Incubator Leiden, Leiden University, Leiden University Sport Centrum, University of Applied Sciences Leiden, UWV and VRIJ.
Open Day For Young & Old
Visit exclusive locations at and around Leiden Bio Science Park where groundbreaking technologies are developed to create a future for better health. Leading organisations and institutes like CORPUS, Johnson & Johnson, Naturalis, Biopartner, LUMC and many bio science start- and scale-ups will open their doors and laboratories to the public and invite you to explore the world of health. With activities for young & old, there’s something in it for everyone!
Networking Opportunities
Grow your network and connect with leading partners in the bioscience and health ecosystem at one of the many networking opportunities. Whether you’re a student looking for job opportunities, a seasoned professional, or an investor looking for funding opportunities: there are plenty occasions where you can expand your network and create meaningful connections. Â
Industry Sessions & Workshops
Various industry sessions and workshops aim to bring together the Life Science & Health ecosystem and build a bridge to other sectors. These events include: keynote speeches by leading figures in the industry, interactive workshops, panel discussions and more. From cutting-edge research to the technologic advancements, they cover a broad spectrum of topics designed to spark curiosity and stimulate discussion.
