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Optimise your drug delivery system with innovative biomaterials 🚀   Are you ready to explore how biomaterials can take your drug delivery systems to the next level? While biomaterials may not seem directly linked to drug discovery & development, they play a crucial role in drug delivery by acting as carriers for small molecules and biologics.   Join the Biomaterials Hackathon and discover how advanced biomaterials can solve real health challenges, from personalised implants to innovative drug delivery systems. Don’t miss out—spots are limited! Sign up today and be part of the journey to innovation. Register now! https://lnkd.in/eWWMPquV Biomaterials Hackaton 2025 is powered by TU/e, BOM (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij), Brainport Eindhoven, European Hub for Advanced Development in Regenerative Medicine and Biomaterials (EHAB), Fontys Hogeschool, Helmond Biotech-materials Hub B.V., High Tech Campus Eindhoven, Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC) and European Union. #Hackathon #Innovation #SmartBiomaterials #Healthcare #Networking #Science

Join the Smart Biomaterials Hackathon 2025! Are you passionate about innovation, science, and making a real-world impact? The Biomaterials Hackathon 2025 is your chance to join a community of forward-thinkers and tackle some of the most pressing challenges in biomaterials and healthcare. Why join? > Pioneer the Future: Explore the cutting-edge world of Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs). > 48 Hours of Innovation: Dive into a dynamic hackathon inspired by Brainport Eindhoven’s entrepreneurial energy. > Make a Difference: Solve real health challenges using advanced biomaterials technologies.   Whether you're a researcher, engineer, entrepreneur, or student, this hackathon is your opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking solutions and shape the future of smart biomaterials. Don’t miss out—spots are limited! Sign up today and be part of the journey to innovation. Register now! https://lnkd.in/eWWMPquV   Biomaterials Hackaton 2025 is powered by TU/e, BOM (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij) Brainport Eindhoven, European Hub for Advanced Development in Regenerative Medicine and Biomaterials (EHAB), Fontys Hogeschool, Helmond Biotech-materials Hub B.V., High Tech Campus Eindhoven, Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC) and European Union.   #Hackathon #Innovation #SmartBiomaterials #Healthcare #Networking #Science

It's wonderful to use the lizard as a symbol for efforts in the field of regenerative medicine. The lizard is often associated with regeneration due to its natural ability to regrow lost tails or limbs. This quality aligns beautifully with the goals of regenerative medicine, which aims to restore, replace, or regenerate damaged tissues and organs in humans. The announced collaboration aims to boost entrepeneurship in this domain.

🥂 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 🥂 Great news for Brainport! Smart BioMaterials Consortium (SBMC), High Tech Campus Eindhoven, BOM (Brabantse Ontwikkelings Maatschappij), Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, Fontys Hogeschool, Helmond Biotech-materials Hub B.V., and Brainport Development signed a Memorandum of Understanding to position Brainport internationally as the key region for the development and commercialization of smart biomaterials for medical applications. The shared goal is to create a strong ecosystem where innovation, science, talent, and entrepreneurship converge.   “This collaboration accelerates innovation, drives economic growth, and fosters the development of groundbreaking technologies that improve healthcare,” said spokesman Jan Rietsema, ceo from SBMC. The ambitions include hosting conferences and an annual hackathon, supporting startups through venture-building programs, and providing additional lab spaces and clean room facilities. Efforts are also focused on attracting top talent and investments to the region. “Beyond the economic benefits, we hope this collaboration will speed up the availability of innovations in regenerative medicine for patients,” Rietsema added.   In the photo from left to right: Maarten Merkx (TU/e), Jan Rietsema (SBMC), Mercedes Tuin MBA (BOM), Frank van der Zanden (HBH), Ella Hueting (Fontys), and Quirine Verstappen (Brainport Development).

2024: The year I discovered that innovation ecosystems are living, breathing networks - not just academic abstractions. When I began the year, I knew translating scientific discoveries into societal impact would be my north star. What I didn't anticipate was how profoundly interconnected our work becomes when we break down traditional research silos. At i3N Aveiro, my postdoctoral research on advanced biomaterials for regenerative medicine took an unexpected turn. Each approach revealed not just scientific potential, but intricate pathways connecting research, industry, and social needs. Launching RenovCure Biotech wasn't just about creating a startup - it was about building bridges between knowledge domains. Three moments that crystallized my journey: 1. Postdoctoral Breakthrough: Bridging Academic Research and Market Solutions "This role not only aligns with my motivation for developing innovative theranostic biomaterials but also supports the launch of RenovCure, a spinoff dedicated to transforming advanced scientific discoveries into real-world healthcare solutions." https://lnkd.in/dSdjqB_S 2. Innovation Ecosystem Research: Understanding Collaborative Dynamics my publication in Technological Forecasting and Social Change revealed how organizational factors beyond traditional metrics drive innovation success. https://lnkd.in/d4JyWaA8 3. Crystal Morphology Research: Revealing Unexpected Connections Discovering how ionic doping influences calcium phosphate crystal structures became a metaphor for innovation itself - small interventions can transform entire systems. https://lnkd.in/dwUAMKVa Looking ahead to 2025, I'm committed to accelerating public policies for innovation system and biomaterials research while nurturing innovation ecosystems. RenovCure isn't just a company - it's a collaborative platform bridging scientific potential with societal needs. Let's connect and reimagine what's possible at the intersection of science, technology, and human potential #TranslationalResearch #InnovationEcosystems #Biomaterials #TechnologyTransfer

Thrilled to announce that Cell Bauhaus has received funding from the Gates Foundation through their Accelerator Program! We're developing virtual cell technology to revolutionise how we understand and engineer cellular behaviour. Our platform allows us to simulate millions of genetic changes in silico, dramatically accelerating the development of biotechnology solutions for planetary and human health. "This funding will help expand work on our Cell Engineering Platform and fungal organism research, with the goal of making synthetic biology more efficient and accessible for sustainable innovation.” say Founders Megan Coomer, PhD and Professor Michael Stumpf. Grateful to our talented team and early supporters the University of Melbourne Genesis Pre-Seed Fund and Tin Alley Ventures. *Read the full story here 👉  https://lnkd.in/db9uTjyh *Learn more about us here 👉  https://cellbauhaus.com/

Science and tech leaders from the UK and Switzerland have agreed to update the landmark science and research agreement between the two countries, to focus work on some of today’s most pressing challenges, from boosting public health to making the shift to green energy. The UK and Switzerland are natural partners when it comes to science and innovation. Together, the two countries are home to 10 of Europe’s top 20 research universities. To support even closer ties between both countries’ best and brightest, today Innovate UK and the Swiss innovation authority Innosuisse have awarded circa £8 million in joint funding to 11 UK-Swiss research projects. These range from work on new antibacterial coatings that could prevent infections during hip and knee replacements, to using quantum tech to develop a new generation of cheap, specialised sensors for use in anti-counterfeiting, manufacturing quality control, and more. The projects bring together UK and Swiss businesses, research institutes and universities. This builds on previous UK-Switzerland Collaborative R&D funding which supported cutting edge work ranging from developing new ways of capturing CO2 emissions, to developing robot surgeons to improve stroke treatment.

Congratulations to University of Melbourne affiliated startup Cell Bauhaus, who have secured a $3 million grant from the Gates Foundation, continuing their work utilising digital twins to investigate how genetic changes alter cellular behaviour.   Megan Coomer, PhD (Co-founder and CEO) explains that “There is an urgent need to revolutionise the development of new biotechnological solutions to tackle food security and climate change".   The funding will allow Dr Coomer and Professor Michael Stumpf (Co-Founder and CSO) enhance the development of their strain engineering platform and expand research into additional fungal organisms that underlie modern biotechnology. Read the full story here 👉 https://lnkd.in/db9uTjyh Learn more about Cell Bauhaus here 👉 https://cellbauhaus.com/ Learn more about how the University supports research translation by reading the Enterprising Melbourne 2023 Review here 👉 https://lnkd.in/g57GAmGs

🌍 Can YOUR idea change the world? Join the Amsterdam Science & Innovation Awards 2025 and make it happen! #AmSIA In 2023, Olivier Lugier introduced an innovative approach to green synthesis of hybrid core-shell nanoparticles through his project — now start-up— called Nano Hybrids. These nanomaterials, with their extraordinary properties, hold the potential to transform industries such as sustainable energy, catalysis, and biomedicine. Your idea could be next! 🌟Sign up for AmSIA 2025 for a chance to: - Present your innovative idea and get professional feedback; - Get exposure for your idea; - Build out your network to attract opportunities and funding; - Win €10,000! 📅 Deadline for applications: Sunday 9 February 2025 at 23:59 🔗 Link to apply: https://lnkd.in/eDSSbMVr There is also a workshop next week, that takes only 1,5h, to perfect your application! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gPkSzxhX The AmSIA is organized by IXA - Innovation Exchange Amsterdam, the knowledge transfer office from: University of Amsterdam, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam), Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Amsterdam UMC Special partners include: The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Inholland University of Applied Sciences, Sanquin, Health & Innovation District Amsterdam (Hid) Video by Caren Huygelen #AmSIA #ScienceInnovation #PitchCompetition #Impact #Valorisation #InnovationExchangeAmsterdam #ScienceInnovation #Nanotechnology #ResearchImpact #Sustainability #Valorisation #Research