Nucleate Netherlands Ecosystem Showcase
The Nucleate Netherlands Ecosystem Showcase is our annual event, bringing together trainees, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry stakeholders across the Dutch life sciences ecosystem.
This year, we will be focusing on highlighting the ecosystem's strengths across the two key pillars of Nucleate - 'Bio' and 'Eco'. Get ready for inspiring keynotes, panels on the bio-innovation landscape, pitches from startups - including the ones from the Global Virtual Activator, and, of course, ample time for networking. 🥂
📅 Sign up now to lock the date in your calendar and be updated about speakers and the full program as they become announced. See you in Leiden!
## Event Agenda ##
13:30 Reception and registration
14:00 Welcome addresses
14:20 Keynote 1
14:40 Panel 1 - The Future of Bio: Building in times of uncertainty
15:10 Coffee break
15:40 Startups pitches
16:20 Panel 2 - The Future of Eco: Growing in times of uncertainty
16:50 Closing remarks
17:00 Networking
18:00 Ending
The keynote address will be delivered by:
Nettie Buitelaar (CEO, Biotech Booster)
💊 The first panel will discuss bio innovation in times of uncertainty with:
Annemiek Verkamman (Managing Director, hollandbio)
Ivan Burkov (Partner, Inkef)
Digvijay Gahtory (CEO, BIMINI Biotech)
Sijme Zeilemaker (CBO, Sapreme Technologies)
The startup showcase will feature:
🦠 Gerard van Smeden (Founder & CEO, BugSee)
💻 Viktorija Vodilovska (Founder & CEO, GWEN AI)
🦠 Aisling Foley (Co-Founder & CEO, ExCulture)
🌱 The second panel will explore eco innovation in times of uncertainty with:
Katarzyna Gil (Principal, Icos Capital)
Dhruv Raina (Senior Manager, Mosa Meat)
Andrés Torres Salvador (Director, RADICLE Crops)
Jonneke Leijsten (Advisor, Netherlands Enterprise Agency)
## Note on Capacity ##
We’d love to welcome as many of you as possible, but space at the venue is limited and registration is subject to approval. This event is primarily for academic trainees (undergrads, master’s, PhDs, postdocs) and friends of Nucleate Netherlands. Organizations interested in attending or partnering can contact us at netherlands@nucleate.org.
## Sponsors ##
Gold: BioBusiness Masterclass
Silver: Gementee Leiden, Cradle
## About the BioBusiness Masterclass ##
The BioBusiness Masterclass is the mini-MBA for future biotech leaders. In six modules at De Baak Seaside in Noordwijk, you'll gain essential skills in business, leadership, and communication — guided by 40+ experts from the life sciences sector. Whether you're a startup founder or aspiring manager in the life sciences, this program helps you accelerate your impact. Work in teams on real business cases, compete for the €25,000 Masterclass Award, and build a powerful professional network. There are 20 spots available, with an early bird discount until August 1st.
The registration deadline for the BioBusiness Masterclass is the 30th of September 2025. Visit the website for pricing and registration details.
## Global Sponsors ##
Platinum: Eli Lilly and Company, Genentech, Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, MilliporeSigma
Philanthropic Support: Lyda Hill Philanthropies
Preferred Partners: Pillar VC, Amino Collective, Excedr, Mercury, Brex, Fedsprout
In-Kind Support: AcademicLabs, Lens.org, SynBioBeta
We want to thank our HQ and regional supporters for championing our open-access mission and empowering the next generation of biotech entrepreneurs!
## Venue Provider ##
Venue: KADANS Science Partner
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## About the Event Host ##
Nucleate is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of biotech leaders. With chapters spanning 41 geographic regions and participation from over 280 academic institutions, Nucleate sparks new intellectual communities and embeds emerging talent within a global biotech community. Through open-access educational programming, Nucleate helps democratize biotech innovation — removing barriers and helping founders concentrate on building transformational technologies. Visit www.nucleate.xyz for more information, and visit https://nucleate.xyz/privacy-policy/ to read our privacy policy.