Campus Catalyst Vol 1
Connecting innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs at the heart of Heidelberg's life science ecosystem.
The first iteration of the Campus Catalyst event series brought together an inspiring mix of founders, students, and ecosystem builders at BioLabs Heidelberg.
Collaboration Spotlight
"It Takes a Village"
Key regional stakeholders explored the future of biotech, discussing the collaboration needed to turn science into impact.
Innovation Insight
iGEM Heidelberg
Showcasing the next generation of synthetic biology and launching a practical guide for regional founders.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Nicole Hecht
BioRN
"Representing one of Germany's strongest Biotech hubs BioRN. As a key driver of communication and events for the cluster, Nicole is a central figure in weaving the network that supports our region's scientific and entrepreneurial talent."
Prof. Heinz Hänel
Oxy5 / ex-Sanofi
"He was instrumental in the fight against the African sleeping sickness, leading the development of Fexinidazole, the first all-oral treatment. His work has contributed to three separate drugs achieving FDA approval."
Edward Holson
Anavo Therapeutics, CSO
"As a serial entrepreneur in the life sciences with over two decades of experience, he gathered invaluable experiences how to build companies from the ground up. In his current role, he pushes the boundary on what was considered undruggable."
Ksenia Burka
Reactosome, CEO
"Co-Founder and CEO of Reactosome, the synthetic nucleus company, enabling safer gene therapies! After participating in the Nucleate activator and winning one-year free lab space at BioLabs."
Johanna Michielin
BioLabs Europe
"Regional Director Europe of BioLabs. BioLabs has supported over 500 life science start-ups and has unmatched experiences about what it takes to succeed in the life-sciences!"
Mapping the Ecosystem
During Vol 1, the iGEM Team Heidelberg sharing their journey from this year’s international competition and launched a practical guide mapping the regional life science support ecosystem for founders.
Practical Guide
Southwest Germany
Biotech Map
On to the Next One
Campus Catalyst continues to connect people, ideas, and institutions across the German life science ecosystem.
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