Recap Utrecht Science Park Café: entrepreneurship at the Utrecht Science Park
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On Monday 31 March, the Utrecht Science Park Café was dedicated to entrepreneurship at the Utrecht Science Park, in the beautiful Life Sciences Incubator (LSI) building. This afternoon featured three inspiring presentations by Robert Vries (CEO HUB Organoids), Marco D'Agata (CEO and founder Neolook) and Ton Logtenberg (CEO and co-founder Gyes) on developments within their companies and the added value of the ecosystem at the Utrecht Science Park.
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Leading conference in life sciences and health, Innovation for Health, is coming to Utrecht in 2026
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Innovation for Health, the leading conference in the field of life sciences and health, will take place at the Jaarbeurs in Utrecht on 25 and 26 March 2026. At the same time, the Utrecht Science Park will be the venue for the Global Investor Forum. The arrival of Innovation for Health in Utrecht is the result of strong regional cooperation between, among others, the Jaarbeurs, Utrecht Science Park, ROM Utrecht Region, Municipality of Utrecht, Dutch Health HUB and various Growth Fund programmes.
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FC Utrecht visits children at Wilhelmina Children's Hospital and Princess Máxima Center
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The last week of March was all about children. Especially those who deserve an extra moment of attention. On Tuesday 25 March, FC Utrecht players visited the Wilhelmina Children's Hospital and Princess Máxima Centre to give the children an unforgettable day. A unique experience followed on 30 March: the children travelled by player bus to the FC Utrecht - sc Heerenveen match and enjoyed the game from the skybox as VIP guests. A week full of warmth, football and great memories.
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Research into faster fungal diagnosis Princess Máxima Center, WKZ, Westerdijk Institute and UMC Utrecht
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Every year, about 150 children in the Netherlands get leukaemia. Intensive treatment makes them extra susceptible to infections, including fungal infections. Researchers at the Princess Máxima Center, WKZ, the Westerdijk Institute and UMC Utrecht are working on a new DNA test in children with leukaemia or after a stem cell transplant that can detect these infections faster and more accurately. That test could provide a faster and more accurate diagnosis of this important complication in the future.
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Extra tram rides to Utrecht Science Park at weekends and during Utrecht Marathon
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Earlier, the province of Utrecht announced that from 2025, trams will be used more often on weekends. This is a long-cherished wish that has been fulfilled. As standard, the tram will run at FC Utrecht's Eredivisie matches and during open days of HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht and Utrecht University. The tram will also run during the Utrecht Marathon on Sunday 18 May. The event continues to grow, and with the large number of participants of over 20,000 and spectators that will travel to the Utrecht Science Park, it is therefore an improvement that the tram will run on this day.
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First patients in UMC Utrecht treated with new technique for heart rhythm disorders
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UMC Utrecht, along with three other centers in Europe, successfully treated the first patients with severe cardiac arrhythmias worldwide with Abbott’s new ablation system. This new technique uses extremely short electrical pulses instead of heating or freezing heart tissue. For patients with atrial fibrillation, this technique is safer, more effective and faster. This promising treatment is now expected to be used increasingly in Europe for patients with cardiac arrhythmias.
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Multi-Million grant awarded to ELSA Lab AI for fair healthcare
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The Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO) has awarded €2.3 million to a new research initiative focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. The grant goes to the ELSA Lab AI for Fair Healthcare, a national consortium investigating how AI can be developed in a fair and inclusive way, with particular attention to underrepresented groups in healthcare. Psychologist Hans Marien from Utrecht University plays a central role in the ELSA Lab, coordinating the Open Living Lab AI for Health Equity.
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Utrecht Science Week 2025: Sustainability Day 30 September – Connecting with Nature
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The Utrecht Science Week will take place from Friday 26 September to Sunday 5 October 2025. One of the highlights of the week's programme is Sustainability Day, which will take place on Tuesday 30 September. This year, Sustainability Day is a co-production of HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht and Utrecht University, with the theme: Connecting with nature. A varied programme has been put together with a plenary programme featuring various keynote speakers, workshops and the Green Market. More information will follow soon.
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Implementation cycle route Houten Castellum - Utrecht Science Park one step closer
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The Houten Castellum - Utrecht Science Park through-cycle route is one step closer to implementation. With the signing of a cooperation agreement, aldermen Wouter van den Berg (Houten), Julie d'Hondt (Bunnik), and member of the Provincial Executive André van Schie are pressing ahead with the realisation of this route. The aim of this direct, safe and comfortable through-cycle route is to entice more residents to cycle to work. The route is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
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Tenth edition Meet the Professor on Wednesday 19 March again successful
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How do you become a professor? How old do you have to be to become a professor? These kinds of questions were raised by the visit of professors among primary school students of the 92 classes that participated in Meet the Professor. 2000 children enthusiastically welcomed 180 researchers from Utrecht University and UMC Utrecht again this year. Each class welcomed one professor and a colleague, the “fellow cyclist”. Together they told the class what exactly they are researching, and why.
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Enjoy a culinary journey at The Maaltuin at Landgoed Oostbroek
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On the edge of the Utrecht Science Park lies a hidden gem: Landgoed Oostbroek. This summer, De Maaltuin settles here with a special evening out - a sensory journey full of stories, music, nature and taste. Be surprised by a multi-course dinner in a place where history, science and nature come together. Ideal for experiencing something special with colleagues, friends or your partner. Just around the corner from your place of work or study.
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Cycling for cancer research
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From 4 to 6 March, Utrecht Marketing and NBTC attended ITB Berlin, the leading trade fair for the global travel industry. This year's theme was Cycling. And of course Utrecht, as number 1 cycling city in the world, was present. On the exhibition floor, visitors were invited to cycle a lap at the Utrecht Marketing stand: for every kilometre cycled, NBTC and Utrecht Marketing donated to charity. The end result? 300 cycled kilometres raised €1,500 for cancer research at UMC Utrecht.
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Utrecht Science Park Foundation
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Heidelberglaan 11
3584 CS Utrecht
030 - 800 4499
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