Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC)

You’re at a match, running at full speed, making a sharp turn to dodge your opponent… and then you feel it: a sharp snap in your knee. The pain is immediate, but the worst part comes after. You can’t put weight on your foot, your stability is gone. You know something has torn. We all know someone who’s been through this. Gavi tore his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in 2023 and missed Euro 2024, which Spain ended up winning without him. We reconstruct the ligament, but we don’t regenerate it. Proprioception is lost, and stability is never quite the same. That’s why, during the Biomaterials for Regenerative Medicine Hackathon, Álex Pascual Cid, Ricky Thijssen, Tom van den Boogaart, Lucia Mas León, and I teamed up to come up with a solution. Three intense days of work, pushing tissue engineering further, aiming not just to rebuild the ligament but also to restore neuromuscular connection. We ended up winning the prize, and I couldn’t be happier about it! The environment felt very dynamic in rooms full of business, science, and engineering people. The knlowledge that I took back to London is invaluable. Huge thanks to the jury Rob PA Janssen MD PhD, Carmen van Vilsteren, Mercedes Tuin MBA, Aldo Boon and especially the organizers Jorge Alfredo Uquillas Paredes, Stephan Hulsbergen, Jan Rietsema, and everyone who made this possible. Initiatives like this prove that tissue engineering and biomaterials are more than just concepts in a paper—they can change lives. Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC) Helmond Biotech-materials Hub B.V. Eindhoven University of Technology Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij (BOM)

🤩🚀 What a blast! Nearly 250 enthusiastic participants registered for the Campus² Tech Talk, which we had the privilege of organizing together with High Tech Campus Eindhoven and the Alumni Association of Technische Universiteit Eindhoven. It turned out to be a fantastic event where we explored the potential of Brainport Eindhoven as a global leader in smart biomaterials—driving innovation and economic growth. We discussed how smart biomaterials can accelerate medical breakthroughs and realized that the future is closer than we think. Additionally, we explored the challenging journey of turning groundbreaking research into successful clinical applications Many thanks to the speakers: Jan Rietsema (Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC), Carlijn Bouten (TU/e), Maritza Rovers (Dankerslab) and Bart Sanders (STENTiT). And of course Hilde de Vocht and Natasja van der Velden-Huijboom for a very smooth operation. Looking for more inspiring discussions and insights? Join the next edition of The Great Small Talk Show on June 24 at the Atlas building on the TU/e campus. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gCdckRkr

Today, we are attending the VCCN Cleanliness Days at the High Tech Campus Eindhoven—the same location where we are a building our own pilot production facility, featuring 400 m² of cleanrooms (GMP Class C). These facilities will be available to our customers producing medical devices, resorbable implants, and combination products. With this expansion, SBMC will not only provide contract R&D and access to our shared development facility but also support scaling up and production. For more information on usage opportunities, contact [email protected]. Today, we look forward to connecting with professionals from the cleanroom industry—those who have supported us or will play a crucial role in the realization and commissioning of our cleanrooms.

🚀𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗮 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀² 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 – 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀!🚀 On Monday, Jan Rietsema, CEO of Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC), will give a presentation on how Brainport Eindhoven can become a global leader in smart biomaterials, driving both innovation and economic growth. By developing cutting-edge biomaterials locally, we can reduce reliance on high-tech and accelerate medical breakthroughs. What steps should we take to make this a reality? Jan Rietsema will share the stage with Maritza Rovers (Dankerslab), Carlijn Boutens (Technische Universiteit Eindhoven), who will be replacing Patricia Dankers and Bart Sanders (STENTiT). Your host: Mercedes Tuin MBA (BOM (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij) After this Tech Talk, you will be fully up to date on the unprecedented possibilities that smart biomaterials offer to revolutionize healthcare and the role that Brainport Eindhoven plays on the global stage. 📅 March 10, 2025 📍 High Tech Campus Eindhoven 🕞 15:30 – 18:00 👉 Secure your spot today and explore the future of healthcare innovation! https://lnkd.in/euwrsxuB

🚀𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀² 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀 – 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀! 🚀 On March 10, Bart Sanders, PhD, CEO of STENTiT, will share how a breakthrough idea in the lab can become a real medical solution. Developing a vascular implant isn’t just about science—it takes years of research, testing, and regulatory approval. Based at High Tech Campus Eindhoven, Bart will take you through the challenges and successes of bringing innovative medical technology from concept to clinical application. Bart will share the stage with Maritza Rovers (Dankerslab), Carlijn Bouten (Technische Universiteit Eindhoven), who will be replacing Patricia Dankers, and Jan Rietsema (Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC). Your host: Mercedes Tuin MBA (BOM (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij) After this Tech Talk, you will be fully up to date on the unprecedented possibilities that smart biomaterials offer to revolutionize healthcare and the role that Brainport Eindhoven plays on the global stage. 📅 March 10, 2025 📍 High Tech Campus Eindhoven 🕞 15:30 – 18:00 👉 Secure your spot today and explore the future of healthcare innovation! https://lnkd.in/euwrsxuB

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🚀 Join Maritza Rovers at Campus² Tech Talks – Discover the Future of Tissue Engineering! 🚀 On March 10, Maritza Rovers (Dankerslab) will reveal how tiny, engineered hydrogels—called microgels—can help cells grow and function properly in the body. Cells naturally live in a soft, gel-like environment that supports their health. Scientists are now developing microgels that mimic this environment, opening new possibilities for tissue repair and regenerative medicine. Maritza Rovers will share the stage with Jan Rietsema (Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC), Patricia Y.W. Dankers (Technische Universiteit Eindhoven and Bart Sanders (STENTiT). After this Tech Talk, you will be fully up to date on the unprecedented possibilities that smart biomaterials offer to revolutionize healthcare and the role that Brainport Eindhoven plays on the global stage. 🎟️ Seats are limited – reserve yours NOW! 📍 High Tech Campus Eindhoven 🗓️ March 10 👉 Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/euwrsxuB

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🚀 Campus² Tech Talks: Don't Miss Patricia Dankers at High Tech Campus Eindhoven! 🚀 On March 10, Professor Patricia Y.W. Dankers (Technische Universiteit Eindhoven) will take the stage at Campus² Tech Talks to share groundbreaking insights on Revolutionizing Healthcare with Supramolecular Biomaterials. She will dive into how fundamental research is shaping the future of biomedical applications, unlocking new possibilities for healthcare innovation. Patricia Dankers will share the stage with Jan Rietsema, Maritza Rovers (Dankerslab) and Bart Sanders (STENTiT). After this Tech Talk, you will be fully up to date on the unprecedented possibilities that smart biomaterials offer to revolutionize healthcare and the role that Brainport Eindhoven plays on the global stage. 🎟️ Seats are limited – secure your spot NOW! 📍 High Tech Campus Eindhoven 🗓️ March 10 👉 Reserve your seat today! Link in comments.

🚀 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀! Innovations in biomaterials and regenerative medicine hold the power to transform healthcare. But successfully bringing these technologies to market? That’s often the biggest challenge! At BOM (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij) (pre)startups get the guidance they need—through strategic support, investor connections, and targeted programs like the Regenerative Therapies Programme – BioMaterials Edition. Launching in April 2025 in Brabant’s thriving biomaterials ecosystem, this program offers direct access to: ✔ Leading experts and investors ✔ Hospitals and clinical partners ✔ Fellow founders and an innovation-driven network ✔ Top-tier talent to help grow your team This program helps startups tackle key challenges such as: ✅ Business strategy & fundraising ✅ Regulatory & legal complexities ✅ Technology transfer & commercialization ✅ Team building & talent acquisition We believe in the power of strong ecosystems, which is why Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC) proudly endorses this initiative. By working together, we can bridge the gap between groundbreaking science and real-world impact. 💡 Interested? Contact Stephan Hulsbergen ✔ or visit https://lnkd.in/eDkP3Cq5 Let’s shape the future of healthcare—together!