7th Life Science Start-up Day

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Lower Saxony’s must-attend event for founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, scientists, investors, and network partners: On February 19, 2026, the Life Science Start-up Day will open its doors for the seventh 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!

Programm Draft

11:45am – 12:30pm

Entrance, lunch snack & matchmaking

12:30pm – 12:35pm

Official opening of the 7th Life Science Start-up Day

Welcome from niedersachsen.next & Life Science Factory: Dr. Lena Oesterlin-Meret, Ellen Goel
12:35pm – 12:50pm

Politically on the pulse: Regional roots with an international outlook

12:50pm – 01:10pm

Life sciences in Lower Saxony

01:10pm – 01:40pm

Rhythm of innovation: Start-up pitches

5 pitches of 5 minutes each, followed by Q&A
01:40pm – 02:15pm

The heartbeat of success: unique insights from start-up experts

02:15pm – 03:00pm

Coffee break & matchmaking

03:00pm – 03:30pm

Keynote: Team intelligence & future skills

03:30pm – 03:50pm

Arteries of progress: Win-win strategies in the life sciences

04:00pm – 05:30pm

Break outs

Industry Startup Matchmaking & World Café on the topics Political Implementation, Barrier Reduction for the startup journey, Network Development

save the date 2026

Application for the next Life Science Start-up Day is now open!

Cooperation partners

contact

Max Zinowsky
Community Coordinator

max.zinowsky@lifescience-factory.com
+4915158078798

Address
Life Science Factory
Annastraße 27
37075 Göttingen

Address
Life Science Factory
Annastraße 27
37075 Göttingen

Dr. Lena Oesterlin-Meret
Niedersachsen.next startup

l.oesterlin-meret@nds.de
+491622022034

Address
Niedersachsen.next GmbH
Schiffsgraben 22-28
30159 Hanover

Address
Niedersachsen.next GmbH
Schiffsgraben 22-28
30159 Hanover

    event application

    Please note: Confirmation may take a moment. Thank you for your patience! If you have any problems registering, please register via info@lifescience-factory.com.

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