{"id":195163,"date":"2026-08-19T07:39:54","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T05:39:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lifescience-factory.com\/?post_type=program&p=195163"},"modified":"2026-09-02T10:02:31","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T08:02:31","slug":"life-science-vc-day","status":"publish","type":"program","link":"https:\/\/lifescience-factory.com\/en\/program-detail\/life-science-vc-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Life Science VC Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n
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\n From Data to Drug: The New Biotech Stack <\/h1>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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Life Science VC Day | 6 October 2026<\/h2>\n \n
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Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming the way new therapeutics are developed. At the same time, laboratory automation, data-driven research, and emerging enabling technologies are driving profound change across the entire biotechnology value chain. Rather than relying on isolated technologies, an integrated biotech stack<\/strong> is emerging, spanning from computational drug discovery and automated data generation to clinical application and commercialization.<\/p>\n

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The Life Science VC Day<\/strong>, initiated by the Life Science Valley Growth Fund, the Life Science Factory, and Heuking, showcases this transformation through a curated event format. Selected startups, leading minds from academia and industry, and specialized investors come together to assess emerging technologies, discuss investment opportunities, and foster exchange within the life sciences ecosystem.<\/p>\n

In 2026, the event will focus on the theme \u201cFrom Data to Drug: The New Biotech Stack.\u201d<\/strong> Across the three pillars of AI & Computational Discovery<\/strong>, Automation & Enabling Technologies<\/strong>, and Applications & Translation<\/strong>, we will explore how the next generation of biotechnology is being built.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n \n \n \n \n \n <\/span>Investor Registration<\/span>\n <\/a>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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The development of new life science technologies and therapeutics is becoming increasingly complex. Today, innovation no longer emerges from individual disciplines alone, but increasingly at the intersection of artificial intelligence, laboratory automation, and data infrastructure. As these fields continue to converge, so does the need for formats that place technological advances into a broader context and foster exchange among the key stakeholders.<\/p>\n

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The Life Science VC Day provides a curated platform for this purpose, bringing together the most relevant players in the ecosystem and positioning emerging technologies within the framework of the modern biotech stack.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n \n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Life Science VC Day is an annual, curated event format for investors with a focus on life sciences, healthcare, and deep tech. At its core are carefully selected startups presenting their technologies in in-depth, technology-driven pitches. These presentations are complemented by keynotes and expert contributions from industry and academia, providing insights into current developments across the modern biotech stack while highlighting both technological and market perspectives. A panel discussion on emerging trends and investment topics completes the program.<\/p>\n

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This year\u2019s contributions are structured around the three layers of the modern biotech stack: AI & Computational Discovery<\/strong>, Automation & Enabling Technologies<\/strong>, and Applications & Translation<\/strong>. Together, they illustrate how new technologies interact across the entire biotechnology value chain.<\/p>\n

The startup presentations are further complemented by keynotes and expert contributions from industry and academia<\/strong>, offering perspectives on developments at the intersection of artificial intelligence, laboratory automation, and biotechnology. In addition, a dedicated panel discussion<\/strong> provides a platform for exchanging views on investment opportunities, technological trends, as well as regulatory and intellectual property-related topics.<\/p>\n

The program is developed in collaboration with strong partners from the life sciences ecosystem. In addition to the event initiators, Heuking<\/strong>, the Life Science Valley Growth Fund<\/strong>, and the Life Science Factory<\/strong>, we aim to bring together experts from the Sartorius ecosystem<\/strong>, leading industry companies, and the Creative Destruction Lab<\/strong> as contributors to the program. Heuking will also contribute its expertise in intellectual property and patent law<\/strong>, providing valuable insights into the legal and strategic aspects of innovation and commercialization.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n \n \n \n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Registration for Investors<\/h3>\n \n

Life Science VC Day (invite only) | 6 October 2026 | Life Science Factory Munich<\/span><\/p>\n \n \n\n <\/span>register now<\/span>\n<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Do you have a life sciences startup and want to pitch your idea to investors? Then apply for a pitch slot!<\/p>\n \n \n\n <\/span>Apply Now<\/span>\n<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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