LIFE Science Conference
The LIFE Science Conference has grown into the leading meeting point for professionals from life sciences, health, medtech, government and academia. The event showcases regional strengths and stimulates new collaborations, with the aim of further strengthening the Northern Netherlands as an innovative health region. The conference takes place in Forum Groningen.
The LIFE Science Conference has grown into the leading meeting point for professionals from life sciences, health, medtech, government and academia. The event showcases regional strengths and stimulates new collaborations, with the aim of further strengthening the Northern Netherlands as an innovative health region. The conference takes place in Forum Groningen.
Registration for the fifth edition of the LIFE Science Conference is open here.
Industry Agenda and Innovation Award
The day begins with an invitation-only morning programme in a smaller setting, focused on the LIFE Cooperative’s Industry Agenda. In the afternoon, the Municipality of Groningen will officially open the plenary programme, followed by the keynote by Peter Wennink. One of the highlights is the LIFE Science Innovation Award, recognising groundbreaking initiatives within the sector. The award (€10,000) is open to companies, knowledge institutions and projects originating in the Northern Netherlands. Nominations can be submitted by individuals or on behalf of others.
Programme highlights
12:00 – 13:00 | Registration & lunch
13:00 – 14:30 | Opening & keynote by Peter Wennink, including panel discussion
14:30 – 15:45 | Innovation Award ceremony
16:00 – 17:00 | Closing & networking reception
The conference is organised in collaboration with Health Holland, the Municipality of Groningen, the Municipality of Assen, NV NOM and Bedrijvenvereniging WEST, and is co-financed by the European Union, SNN and other partners.
About the LIFE Cooperative
The LIFE Cooperative is the Northern Netherlands partnership for life sciences and medical technology. It aims to strengthen regional innovation by fostering effective collaboration. The cooperative represents more than 60 companies — from startups and SMEs to international players — accounting for 4,750 FTE and a combined turnover of over €500 million.
Source: LIFE Science Conference 2026