Description

Theme: CAR-T and the attractiveness of the Netherlands for CAR-T and cell therapy organizations

EY, the Health & Innovation District Amsterdam (HID), and Sanquin Health Solutions are launching a recurring event, the LSH connect sessions at the HID in Amsterdam . This series of events brings together professionals from across the life sciences and health sector in an informal and interactive setting. The multi-stakeholder events are aimed at sharing and exchanging knowledge, industry trends, insights on new research and innovative applications.

In this first edition, expert speakers from both the academic and industry part of the sector will share their insights, and dive into CAR-T and cell therapy and the great promises these new technologies bring. Furthermore, we will explore the potential and relative attractiveness of the Netherlands as a hub for CAR-T and cell therapy organizations.

Program 8 april 2025:

15:30 – 16:00 | Registration & drinks (the registration desk is situated near the main entrance of Sanquin)

16:00 – 17:30 | Keynote Talks & Panel Discussion
Expert speakers from academia, industry, and CDMO will share their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges for CAR-T and cell therapy in the Netherlands.

17:30 – 18:30 | Networking Reception
Meet and connect with peers from the life sciences & health community in an informal setting

Speakers:

Charlotte Kluit, Cell Therapy BU Director, Gilead Sciences B.V.
Anne Sinke, Medical Director Benelux, Gilead Sciences B.V.
Melissa van Pel, Head of Cell Therapy, NecstGen
Trudy Straetemans, Associate Professor, UMC Utrecht

For who

This event is designed for professionals and stakeholders in the life sciences & health ecosystem, including:

  • Startups & scale-ups
  • Multinational companies
  • Investors
  • Postdocs & PhD students
  • Policymakers & regulators
  • Industry associations

Location

Health & Innovation District Amsterdam (Hid)
Plesmanlaan 125
1066 CX Amsterdam

Note: the registration desk is situated near the main entrance of Sanquin

 

Costs

There will be no fee for attendees of this event.

Please note that seats are limited. When we reach full capacity we will work with a waiting list.

More information

Do you want more information? Contact us at contact@hid.amsterdam.

Dates

Please note that seats are limited. When we reach full capacity we will work with a waiting list.

Dates
8 April 2025Sign up