BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ventranet//Events//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH NAME:Life Sciences events in Switzerland · Ventranet X-WR-CALNAME:Life Sciences events in Switzerland · Ventranet DESCRIPTION:Hand-picked Life Sciences events in Switzerland\, from ventrane t.ch. X-WR-CALDESC:Hand-picked Life Sciences events in Switzerland\, from ventran et.ch. X-WR-TIMEZONE:Europe/Zurich REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT6H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT6H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cmv2oenza000i04jsv7yiy5aw@ventranet.ch DTSTAMP:20261024T185608Z DTSTART:20261027T110000Z DTEND:20261027T130000Z SUMMARY:FONGIT-Life with Daniel Rasmussen DESCRIPTION:• Date: 27 Oct 2026\n• Time: 12:00 – 14:00\n• Location: Campus Biotech\n• Address: Chem. des Mines 9\, 1202 Genève\n• Host: Fondation Genevoise pour l'Innovation Technologique\, KISCO\n• Sector: L ife Sciences\, Startups\n• Cost: Free\n• Requirements: None\n• Websi te: https://www.fongit.ch/event-details-registration/fongit-life-with-dani el-rasmussen\n• Registration: https://www.fongit.ch/event-details-regist ration/fongit-life-with-daniel-rasmussen/form\n\nThis interactive lunchtim e workshop addresses how life sciences startups can navigate relationships with external vendors and contract development and manufacturing organiza tions (CDMOs). As companies advance through their development lifecycles\, choosing the right suppliers and establishing aligned partnerships is cri tical to safeguarding budgets\, flexibility\, and supply continuity.\n\nWh at to expect\n- Practical frameworks for defining requirements and assessi ng external manufacturing partners\n- Best practices for aligning differin g objectives between buyers and suppliers to build long-term value\n- Anal ysis of changing lifecycle needs\, contractual dependencies\, and capacity planning\n\nWho should attend\nFounders\, executive leaders\, and senior technical decision-makers at life sciences startups involved in technology transfer\, clinical manufacturing\, or vendor operations.\n\nAbout the ho st\nFondation Genevoise pour l'Innovation Technologique (FONGIT) is Switze rland's premier startup incubator supporting deeptech and life science ven tures in transforming innovative ideas into successful businesses.\n\nOn V entranet: https://ventranet.ch/events/fongit-life-with-daniel-rasmussen-20 26-10-27 LOCATION:Campus Biotech\, Chem. des Mines 9\, 1202 Genève URL:https://ventranet.ch/events/fongit-life-with-daniel-rasmussen-2026-10-2 7 CATEGORIES:Life Sciences,Startups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cmv2nsg5s000a04jsvx4h4sbu@ventranet.ch DTSTAMP:20261024T185608Z DTSTART:20261028T080000Z DTEND:20261028T123000Z SUMMARY:Swiss-Chinese Life Sciences Forum 2026 DESCRIPTION:• Date: 28 Oct 2026\n• Time: 09:00 – 13:30\n• Location: Ernst & Young AG\n• Address: Aeschengraben 27\, 4051 Basel\n• Host: S wiss-Chinese Chamber of Commerce\, VISCHER\n• Sector: Life Sciences\n• Cost: CHF 40 – 100\n• Requirements: None\n• Website: https://www.sc cc.ch/events/event/swiss-chinese-life-sciences-forum-2026\n• Registratio n: https://www.sccc.ch/events/event/swiss-chinese-life-sciences-forum-2026 \n\nThe Swiss-Chinese Life Sciences Forum 2026 convenes decision-makers\, researchers\, and professional advisors to evaluate the shifting dynamics of bilateral healthcare innovation. As cross-border ties expand from conve ntional distribution to novel licensing\, co-development\, and joint inves tment\, this forum offers a roadmap for strategic cooperation.\n\nParticip ants will examine the practical and regulatory steps needed to build resil ient partnerships across jurisdictions\, supported by firsthand insights f rom corporate leaders and advisory specialists.\n\nWhat to expect\n- Strat egic analysis of biotech deal flows and licensing trends connecting Switze rland and China\n- Deep dive into multinational perspectives and real-worl d execution case studies\n- Interactive panel discussion with industry vet erans and professional advisors\n- Informal networking apéro to establish bilateral business relationships\n\nAgenda\n1. 08:30 Registration Guest a rrival and check-in\n2. 09:00 Welcome Opening remarks by the Swiss-Chinese Chamber of Commerce\n3. 09:05 Life Sciences Market & Deal Outlook: China and Global Trends Analysis of market momentum and strategic transactions\n 4. 09:25 Evolution of China Biotech's out-licensing Industry overview of e xpanding global pipeline assets\n5. 09:45 The Strategic Imperative: Harnes sing China's Ecosystem - an MNC's perspective Keynote insights on regional healthcare opportunities\n6. 10:05 From Strategy to Execution: A Cross-Bo rder Life Sciences Case Study Legal\, strategic\, and tax execution lesson s\n7. 10:25 Break Coffee and informal exchange\n8. 10:45 Panel Discussion Multi-stakeholder debate featuring corporate and advisory experts\n9. 11:3 0 Closing Summary of forum takeaways\n10. 11:35 Networking Apéro Receptio n and continued conversations\n\nWho should attend\nThis event is tailored for senior executives\, business development managers\, legal counsel\, a nd investors active in biotechnology\, pharmaceuticals\, and cross-border healthcare transactions.\n\nAbout the host\nThe Swiss-Chinese Chamber of C ommerce serves as a key bridge fostering economic relations\, investment o pportunities\, and bilateral knowledge exchange between Switzerland and Ch ina.\n\nOn Ventranet: https://ventranet.ch/events/swiss-chinese-life-scien ces-forum-2026-2026-10-28 LOCATION:Ernst & Young AG\, Aeschengraben 27\, 4051 Basel URL:https://ventranet.ch/events/swiss-chinese-life-sciences-forum-2026-2026 -10-28 CATEGORIES:Life Sciences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cmuocdf38000b04jqr4a6zbs1@ventranet.ch DTSTAMP:20261024T185608Z DTSTART:20261028T160000Z DTEND:20261104T200000Z SUMMARY:Pivoting the Idea Life Science: Assess\, Adapt\, Accelerate DESCRIPTION:• Date: 28 Oct – 4 Nov 2026\n• Time: 17:00 – 21:00\n• Location: EPFL Innovation Park\n• Address: EPFL Innovation Park\, 1015 Lausanne\n• Host: Innosuisse\, Venturelab\n• Sector: Life Sciences\, S tartups\n• Cost: Free\n• Requirements: None\n• Website: https://inno suisse.venturelab.ch/index.cfm?page=139074&event_id=13029\n• Registratio n: https://innosuisse.venturelab.ch/index.cfm?page=139093&EventDetailBackP age=139074&event_id=13029\n\nThis interactive workshop supports life scien ce founders and researchers in refining their business models to match shi fting market demands and unlock new funding opportunities. Drawing on real -world startup case studies\, the programme equips participants with actio nable tools and the strategic mindset needed to build resilient\, investor -ready ventures.\n\nWhat to expect\n- Deep dive into identifying business model bottlenecks and adapting your value proposition\n- Guidance on testi ng customer segments\, building financial resilience\, and pitching to inv estors\n- Expert and peer feedback on your go-to-market and funding strate gy\n\nWho should attend\nEarly-stage and growth-stage founders\, researche rs\, and entrepreneurs in life sciences and biotechnology looking to valid ate their business model and scale their startup.\n\nAbout the host\nInnos uisse Start-up Training\, conducted in partnership with Venturelab\, offer s hands-on courses and practical coaching to empower science- and technolo gy-driven startups across Switzerland.\n\nOn Ventranet: https://ventranet. ch/events/pivoting-the-idea-life-science-assess-adapt-accelerate-2026-10-2 8 LOCATION:EPFL Innovation Park\, 1015 Lausanne URL:https://ventranet.ch/events/pivoting-the-idea-life-science-assess-adapt -accelerate-2026-10-28 CATEGORIES:Life Sciences,Startups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cmshi7lri0009k104xmtxatb7@ventranet.ch DTSTAMP:20261024T185608Z DTSTART:20261029T133000Z DTEND:20261029T191500Z SUMMARY:New Frontiers in Healthcare DESCRIPTION:• Date: 29 Oct 2026\n• Time: 14:30 – 20:15\n• Location: Novartis Gehry Building\n• Address: Fabrikstrasse 15\, 4056 Basel\n• Host: British-Swiss Chamber of Commerce\, Novartis\n• Sector: Healthcare \, Life Sciences\n• Cost: Free\n• Requirements: None\n• Website: htt ps://web.cvent.com/event/25c071dc-76df-45a4-bf7a-91448672332a/summary\n• Registration: https://web.cvent.com/event/25c071dc-76df-45a4-bf7a-9144867 2332a/register\n\nThis event explores the latest innovations and investmen t opportunities in healthcare\, focusing on driving growth and rewarding i nvestment. It brings together leaders from the UK and Switzerland to discu ss critical topics in the life sciences sector\, aiming to foster dialogue and collaboration.\n\nWhat to expect\n- Insightful keynotes and engaging panel discussions from industry experts\n- Networking opportunities with a diverse community of conference delegates\, speakers\, and industry leade rs\n- Discussions on building a globally competitive European life science s ecosystem\n- Exploration of capital funding for the future of life scien ces\n- Insights into regulation from barrier to competitive advantage\n- S trategies for building an ecosystem that works for patents\, populations\, and industry\n\nWho should attend\nThis event is ideal for professionals\ , investors\, and innovators in the healthcare and life sciences sectors\, particularly those interested in market dynamics\, regulatory frameworks\ , and investment opportunities in the UK and Switzerland.\n\nAbout the hos t\nNovartis\, a global pharmaceutical company\, is the main host for this event. The British-Swiss Chamber of Commerce acts as the planner\, facilit ating connections and promoting trade between the UK and Switzerland.\n\nO n Ventranet: https://ventranet.ch/events/new-frontiers-in-healthcare-2026- 10-29 LOCATION:Novartis Gehry Building\, Fabrikstrasse 15\, 4056 Basel URL:https://ventranet.ch/events/new-frontiers-in-healthcare-2026-10-29 CATEGORIES:Healthcare,Life Sciences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cmuob3zty00040agmmy4qvedv@ventranet.ch DTSTAMP:20261024T185608Z DTSTART:20261029T163000Z DTEND:20261029T203000Z SUMMARY:Life Science Event: Innovation begins with unanswered questions 29 Oct – Zurich DESCRIPTION:• Date: 29 Oct 2026\n• Time: 17:30 – 21:30\n• Location: Implement Consulting Group\n• Address: Gutenbergstrasse 9\, 8002 Züric h\n• Host: Swedish Swiss Chamber of Commerce\n• Sector: Life Sciences\ n• Cost: CHF 35 – 70\n• Requirements: None\n• Website: https://swe cham.ch/events/life-science-event-innovation-begins-with-unanswered-questi ons/\n• Registration: https://swecham.ch/events/life-science-event-innov ation-begins-with-unanswered-questions/#mec-events-meta-group-booking-6947 \n\nDiscover how Swedish biopharma pioneers are driving the next wave of h ealthcare solutions to address critical unmet medical needs. This exclusiv e evening event brings together researchers\, visionary founders\, and lif e science leaders to explore novel scientific breakthroughs and emerging m arket opportunities.\n\nWhat to expect\n- Inspiring keynote on leadership and management within the healthcare and innovation ecosystem\n- Presentat ions from six promising early- and clinical-stage Swedish biopharma ventur es\n- Moderated interactive Q&A session with industry experts\n- Networkin g apéro featuring exhibition-style interactions\n\nAgenda\n1. Registratio n Arrival and check-in\n2. Welcome & Introductions Opening remarks by SSCC and the venue host\n3. Keynote Address Insights presented by Marissa King from IMD\n4. Company Pitches Showcase of six Swedish biopharma innovators \n5. Moderated Q&A Discussion and questions facilitated by Meng Tian\n6. N etworking Apéro Exhibition-style exchange and refreshments\n7. Official C lose Event conclusion\n\nWho should attend\nInvestors\, pharma and biotech executives\, researchers\, founders\, and professionals interested in cro ss-border life science collaboration and innovative biopharma developments .\n\nAbout the host\nThe Swedish Swiss Chamber of Commerce (SSCC) is a non -profit business network that connects Swiss and Swedish companies\, foste ring trade\, cross-border innovation\, and professional relations between both countries.\n\nOn Ventranet: https://ventranet.ch/events/life-science- event-innovation-begins-with-unanswered-questions-29-oct-2026-10-29 LOCATION:Implement Consulting Group\, Gutenbergstrasse 9\, 8002 Zürich URL:https://ventranet.ch/events/life-science-event-innovation-begins-with-u nanswered-questions-29-oct-2026-10-29 CATEGORIES:Life Sciences END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cmt4amczd000804lbhfz5of6x@ventranet.ch DTSTAMP:20261024T185608Z DTSTART:20261109T080000Z DTEND:20261109T160000Z SUMMARY:Business Creation Life Sciences DESCRIPTION:• Date: 9 Nov 2026\n• Time: 09:00 – 17:00\n• Location: Lugano USI Startup Center\n• Address: Via la Santa 1\, 6962 Lugano\n• Host: Venturelab\n• Sector: Life Sciences\, Startups\n• Cost: Free\n • Requirements: None\n• Website: https://innosuisse.venturelab.ch/inde x.cfm?page=139074&event_id=12556\n• Registration: https://innosuisse.ven turelab.ch/index.cfm?page=139093&EventDetailBackPage=139074&event_id=12556 \n\nThis comprehensive 5-day hybrid workshop is designed to guide particip ants through the intricate process of transforming life sciences innovatio ns into successful businesses. It equips aspiring entrepreneurs with essen tial practical skills and strategic knowledge to develop their ideas effec tively\, covering everything from market opportunities to securing funding .\n\nWhat to expect\n- Learn to identify unique customer value and develop go-to-market strategies\n- Define your regulatory path and incorporation strategy\n- Build a robust business development plan\n- Gain insights into forming a winning team and securing early-stage funding\n- Network with f ellow entrepreneurs\, trainers\, and potential investors\n\nAgenda\nDay 1: Deliver Unique Customer Value (go-to-market & IP strategy) - On-site\nDay 2: Identify Your Market and Convince Customers (regulatory path & incorpo ration strategy) - Online\nDay 3: Define Your Business Development Plan (r oadmap & financial planning) - Online\nDay 4: Build a Winning Team (co-fou nder dynamics\, choosing advisors\, term sheets & shareholder agreements) - Online\nDay 5: Secure Funding for Your Startup (early-stage fundraising session + final pitch in front of investors) - On-site\n\nWho should atten d\nThis program is ideal for startups in sectors such as Agrotech\, Biotec h\, Processing\, Chemical Biology\, Foodtech\, Genetic Engineering\, Human Medicine\, Diagnostics\, Medtech\, Patient Management Systems\, Personali zed Medicine\, Pharmaceuticals\, Psychology\, and Veterinary Medicine. It is particularly suited for individuals looking to launch a successful life science startup and expand their network within the industry.\n\nAbout th e host\nVenturelab is a leading platform supporting high-tech startups in Switzerland. They offer various programs\, workshops\, and coaching to hel p entrepreneurs develop their ideas\, secure funding\, and scale their bus inesses\, fostering innovation and growth across multiple sectors.\n\nOn V entranet: https://ventranet.ch/events/business-creation-life-sciences-2026 -11-09 LOCATION:Lugano USI Startup Center\, Via la Santa 1\, 6962 Lugano URL:https://ventranet.ch/events/business-creation-life-sciences-2026-11-09 CATEGORIES:Life Sciences,Startups END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cmqzs3dxc0001kz04msw3v3wv@ventranet.ch DTSTAMP:20261024T185608Z DTSTART:20261119T080000Z DTEND:20261119T183000Z SUMMARY:BioAlps Networking Day 2026 DESCRIPTION:• Date: 19 Nov 2026\n• Time: 09:00 – 19:30\n• Location: Palais Beaulieu Lausanne\n• Address: Avenue des Bergières 10\, 1004 La usanne\n• Host: BioAlps\n• Sector: Life Sciences\, Healthcare\n• Cos t: CHF 150\n• Requirements: None\n• Website: https://bioalps.org/bioal ps-networking-day-2026/\n• Registration: https://bioalps.org/events/bioa lps-networking-day-2026-tickets/\n\nThe BioAlps Networking Day 2026 is an annual gathering for the Swiss Health Valley community\, designed to foste r connections and drive innovation in life sciences. This year\, the event takes place in Lausanne\, focusing on advancements in healthcare through digital innovation. It's an opportunity for professionals to engage\, shar e knowledge\, and explore future collaborations.\n\nWhat to expect\n- Conn ect with key players and innovators in the Swiss Health Valley.\n- Gain in sights into Vaud's thriving life sciences innovation ecosystem.\n- Partici pate in discussions on advancing healthcare through digital innovation.\n- Discover opportunities for new partnerships and business development.\n\n Agenda\n1. Morning Spotlight on Vaud's thriving life sciences innovation e cosystem.\n2. Afternoon Discussion on advancing healthcare through digital innovation.\n3. Keynote Speech by Prof. Marcel Salathé from EPFL\, co-di rector of the AI Centre\, discussing artificial intelligence and public he alth.\n\nWho should attend\nThis event is ideal for researchers\, entrepre neurs\, investors\, and industry leaders looking to expand their network a nd explore the latest trends in healthcare and life sciences.\n\nAbout the host\nBioAlps is an organization dedicated to promoting and developing th e life sciences sector in Western Switzerland\, fostering innovation and c ollaboration within the region.\n\nOn Ventranet: https://ventranet.ch/even ts/bioalps-networking-day-2026-2026-11-19 LOCATION:Palais Beaulieu Lausanne\, Avenue des Bergières 10\, 1004 Lausann e URL:https://ventranet.ch/events/bioalps-networking-day-2026-2026-11-19 CATEGORIES:Life Sciences,Healthcare END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR