BioVaria 2026: Life Science Innovation & Knowledge Transfer Conference

BioVaria 2026: Life Science Innovation & Knowledge Transfer Conference

BioVaria is a leading European life-science innovation conference connecting knowledge transfer professionals, researchers, start-ups, investors, and industry representatives. Held in Munich, the event showcases commercially promising academic technologies and early-stage ventures through curated presentations, startup pitches, and targeted partnering opportunities.

BioVaria is a leading European life-science innovation event that brings together technology transfer professionals, researchers, innovators, start-ups, investors and biotech/pharma industry representatives from across Europe. The conference highlights commercially attractive licensing opportunities and showcases promising early-stage technologies and ventures emerging from academia and research institutions.

What to Expect

  • A curated programme featuring presentations on licensable life-science technologies and breakthrough research.

  • A dedicated Startup Pitch & Partner track where selected start-ups compete for visibility and awards, connect with investors in one-on-one speed dating sessions, and expand strategic partnerships.

  • Extensive networking opportunities throughout the two-day programme — including investor breakfasts, networking receptions, and thematic sessions.

Key Features

  • Networking & Speed Dating: Engage directly with venture capitalists and industry partners.

  • Startup Pitches & Awards: Compete for BioVaria Startup Awards in the Emerging and Rising categories.

  • Presentations & Sessions: Hear the latest insights on translating scientific innovations into commercial impact.

Who Should Attend

  • Technology transfer offices and innovation scouts

  • Life-science researchers and academic inventors

  • Early-stage and growth-stage biotechnology and medtech start-ups

  • Investors, corporate business development and licensing professionals

Organisers: BioVaria is organised by Ascenion and a consortium of European technology transfer organisations.

More Information & Registration: Visit the official event website at www.biovaria.org

Testimonials

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I really like the course and the networking. I would like to come again.

Nancy Goel

Qatar Foundation, Qatar

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Perfect place to meet colleagues and share experiences on Technology Transfer.

Lidia Aguilera

University of Luxembourg, Luxembourg

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Great networking and learning opportunities to share knowledge with colleagues from their various areas of expertise.

Bruno Woeran

Merinova OY - TII President, Finland

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Exciting training, even after almost 10 hours I am curious about more experience and knowledge.

Petr Suchomel

Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic

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A lot of fruitful discussions with experienced peers. Very helpful sessions.

Sara Matt-Leubner

University of Innsbruck, Austria