Innovation Day
June 19th 2025
About the Event
Welcome to the heart of academic innovation in Groningen, where the pursuit of excellence often leads to remarkable societal impact. In the northern Netherlands, collaboration and inspiration converge to create breakthrough technologies. The upcoming second edition of the Innovation Day provides a unique platform for RUG and UMCG innovators to showcase their work. This year’s event will continue with what has been started a year ago, and will focus on Deep Tech.
Please note that the applications for the Innovation Day are now closed.
Locations
Bernouilliborg + Energy Academy Europe
The 2024 edition of the Innovation Day Event will take place at the vibrant Campus Groningen. The event will be held at the Bernouilliborg, Nijenborgh 9, 9747 AG, Groningen.
For the lunch break and startup fair, we will move approximately 100 meters to the beautiful Energy Academy building. The building is located at the Nijenborgh 6, 9747 AG, Groningen. For parking possibilities, please see the site of Campus Groningen.
What to expect?
The upcoming Innovation Day is an excellent opportunity to learn about the exciting university startup ecosystem, with a range of informative and inspiring events on the agenda. Attendees will have the chance to hear from the CVB and Spin-offs about the entrepreneurial ecosystem at the university, providing valuable insights for budding innovators.
- Learn more about university startup ecosystem from University Board of Directors & Spin-offs
- Join us in celebrating academic entrepreneur who has the most success in capturing value & valorization.
- Get inspired by the leading deep tech innovators from RuG & UMCG and Dean of faculty of science and engineering.
- Take part in the launch of key IP’s that are up for immediate valorization, presented by Business Generator Groningen
- Network with deep tech investors, policy makers, incubators, innovators & technology transfer officers.
The Program
The Innovation Day event is set to bring together a group of expert speakers who are at the forefront of innovation and technology. These speakers are individuals who have made significant contributions to the world of deep technology, and they will share their insights, experiences, and visions for the future with the attendees. The event is designed to provide attendees with a unique opportunity to gain knowledge and insights about the latest developments and trends in deep technology, as well as to network with other professionals in the field. With a diverse range of speakers, the event promises to be an informative and exciting experience for all those interested in deep technology and its impact on the university ecosystem. Find out more about our program down below.
Note: 2024 program
10:00-10:15
Registration and Welcome Drinks
10:15-11:15
Prof. dr. Jouke de Vries
President of the Board of the University of Groningen
11:15-11:45
Award Ceremony
drs. Hans Biemans
11:45-12:15
Introducing Future Tech Ventures
Edward van der Meer, drs. Corina Prent, Jan Martin Timmer
12:15-13:15
Startup fair + Lunch break
Energy Academy Europe
13:15-14:00
Fused Button Battery Holding
Mystery Speakers prof. dr. Frederik Dikkers and prof. dr. Tjark Ebels
14:00-14:45
Academic Inspiration Sessions
Bridging academic excellence and thriving entrepreneurship
Enatom, Obseq, QDI Systems
14:45-15:00
Closing remarks
15:00-15:30