Life Science Factory @ Festival der Zukunft
Improving the world – but how? We partnered up with the Festival der Zukunft for the third time to find out how we can shape our future with technology, science and creativity.
We’re excited to dive into transformative topics in life sciences and entrepreneurship. Join us if you want to explore:
Friday // 13:45 // Theater Stage
Panel: “Can Artificial Intelligence Finally Cure Cancer?” – featuring our community members Christina Port, 2NA Fish and Daniel Soric, Deep LS
Friday // 14:30 // orange room
Life Science Meet-up: Connect and learn within a creative networking space where innovation thrives and ideas come to life – hosted by our Venture Team Martin Strehle, Irina Reimer and Max Zinowsky
Friday // 16:00 // orange room
about the life science factory
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We strive to create the leading hub for life science start-ups by providing the required infrastructure and platforms.
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We foster an environment where start-ups can conduct research, work collaboratively, and develop prototypes.
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Our programs and events are a combination of knowledge acquisition, networking, and proficiency development for ambitious founders.
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We rigorously select high-potential start-ups, reducing investment risks for investors while offering invaluable guidance to these emerging businesses.
Benefits for investors
- Mitigate Risks and Enhance Outcomes: By integrating your portfolio start-ups into the Life Science Factory, you leverage our first-class infrastructure and expertise, significantly enhancing the probability of their success.
- Access to Expert Guidance: Start-ups benefit from continuous support from our specialists, particularly through the critical stages of fundraising and business development, which can improve their stability and growth potential.
- Quality Assurance in Investments: Through our meticulous screening and selection process, we ensure that only the most promising and qualified start-ups are presented to investors, thereby minimizing investment risks.
- Early Investment Opportunities: We provide exclusive early-stage investment opportunities, allowing you to invest in promising start-ups before they catch the broader market’s attention.
- Reliability and Credibility: As an affiliate of Sartorius AG, we stand as a trustworthy partner, ensuring a stable and reliable collaboration for both investors and start-ups.
Benefits for start-ups
- Advanced R&D Capability: We provide state-of-the-art lab equipment with supervision, allowing start-ups to focus on innovation without the overhead of equipment management.
- Branding and Networking: Through collaboration, we enhance the reputation and visibility of start-ups, expanding their network and opening up new opportunities.
- Operational Flexibility: Our shared lab benches and flexible coworking spaces offer a quick start and scalable options to accommodate the changing needs of start-ups.
- Regulatory and Pre-operational Support: We support start-ups with essential services before the rental period begins, including communication with authorities, easing the regulatory setup process.
- Knowledge Exchange and Skill Development: Our interdisciplinary teams and alumni network deepen know-how and facilitate exchange, enriching the life science community’s collective expertise.
- Long-term Growth and Connections: We connect founders with relevant experts and partners, and provide referrals to accelerator programs, ensuring sustained growth and benefits from our network.
- Educational Opportunities and Community Engagement: Start-ups benefit from free participation in our programs and events, promoting continuous learning and engagement within the community.
discover the life science factory
Explore our facilities in Göttingen with our virtual tour. Step into our innovative spaces designed for collaboration and progress, and explore all we have to offer.
Discover our new facilities developed in collaboration with Helmholtz Munich in Munich Neuherberg. This innovative hub provides start-ups with laboratory spaces and access to extensive support services.
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Contact Us
Nov
DeepDive – The Fundraising Blueprint
November 25, 2025 / 4:00 pm — 5:30 pm
Our online event on “Securing Funding for Start-up Growth” will take place on November 25 from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. If you don't want fundraising to feel like magic, but rather lead to success in the form of a strategy – then you've come to the right place with our DeepDive entitled "The Fundraising Blueprint". Jasper Ettema from Jet Growth shows us how to master investment acquisition with a clear step-by-step plan.
Nov
BANSON Matching Evening
November 26, 2025 / 6:00 pm
On November 26, 2025, the BANSON Matching Evening @ Life Science Factory brings together scientific excellence and investment power. In addition to an inspiring keynote, four startups will pitch their ideas as they seek business angels and supporters. Afterwards, a get-together offers the opportunity for active exchange and for getting to know the startups better at their booths.
Nov
Masterclass for Managing Directors
November 27, 2025 / 12:30 pm — 7:30 pm
On 27 November 2025, managing directors and founders of Life Science start-ups are invited to an exclusive half-day workshop at the Flick Gocke Schaumburg Campus in Bonn. The event will run from 12:30 pm to 7:30 pm and is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of legal and tax responsibilities, as well as the regulatory framework relevant to company leadership - from foundation to exit planning.
The workshop is exclusively for start-ups from the Life Science Factory network. If you're interested in participating, please fill out our contact form and our Community Manager, Max Zinowsky, will get in touch with you.
Dec
ELSA 3rd Check-in
December 10, 2025 — December 11, 2025 / 8:45 am
On December 10-11, 2025, teams will gather for the third check-in of the ELSA Program. The focus will be on refining their concepts and thoroughly preparing for the ELSA Pitch Bowl.
Dec
ELSA Pitch Bowl
December 11, 2025 / 5:15 pm
On December 11, 2025, the ELSA Program concludes with its highlight: the ELSA Pitch Bowl, where teams present their projects to experts, investors, and our jury.
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