Winter closure Botanic Gardens
The Botanic Gardens go into hybernation as of Monday 1 December 2025. On Sunday 1 March 2026 you are most welcome again!
Wennink plan: Life Sciences and biotechnology are important growth drivers for the earning capacity of the Netherlands
The Dutch Life Sciences and biotechnology sector can make a much larger contribution to the Netherlands’ economic strength. This is shown in a new growth strategy presented today as part of Peter Wennink’s advisory report. The report also highlights Utrecht Science Park as one of the key innovation locations and sources of progress and growth.
Registration for the HiPRO Utrecht Marathon 2026 Now Open
On Sunday, 31 May 2026, Utrecht will once again revolve around the HiPRO Utrecht Marathon, supported by Utrecht Science Park.
Laigo Bio at Utrecht Science Park raises €11.5 million in investments
Laigo Bio, a start-up located at Utrecht Science Park in the Life Sciences Incubator building, announced today that it has raised €11.5 million in investments from a large number of leading investors.
Ronald McDonald House Utrecht presents plans for new, larger House with 50 rooms
Ronald McDonald House Utrecht is building for the future. At Utrecht Science Park, next to the Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital and within walking distance of the Princess Máxima Center, Ronald McDonald House Utrecht has advanced plans to build a brand new, sustainable House with 50 guest rooms. Preparations are well underway, and construction is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026. The goal is to open the new House sometime in 2028. This expansion will allow the House to offer more families of seriously ill or care-intensive children a warm home, allowing them to be close to their sick child day and night.
French honour for nutrition scientist Johan Garssen
Researcher Johan Garssen has been appointed Officier in the Ordre du Mérite agricole by the French government. He receives this prestigious honor for his exceptional contributions to agriculture, nutrition, health and international collaboration. The decoration was presented today by the French Ambassador to the Netherlands.
Renewal and sustainability UMC Utrecht
In the coming years, most of the UMC Utrecht will be renovated, rebuilt or newly constructed. Many of our buildings are already nearly forty years old and require renovation and sustainability.
Utrecht Science Park start-up Beephonix grows with the help of student workers
Utrecht Science Park start-up Beephonix is growing with support from student workers via Topselect, using its patented microphone technology for hearing implants and drone detection.
Royal honour awarded to Anton Pijpers at his farewell
At his farewell, Anton Pijpers was appointed Officer in the Order of Orange-Nassau and received multiple distinctions recognizing his exceptional contributions to Utrecht University and the region.
In the media: Utrecht Science Park as a ‘powerhouse’ of the biotech sector
Following the proposed merger of Utrecht Science Park companies Genmab and Merus, several media outlets have published articles highlighting the strength of the Utrecht Science Park ecosystem. For example, the Financieele Dagblad discussed the “biotech powerhouse” and the importance of growth opportunities to ensure this knowledge remains in the Netherlands.
Succesful first Utrecht Science Park Night Run marks the start of a new tradition
Last Friday, the first Utrecht Science Park Night Run took place. With 1,800 participants, the event was completely sold out. “This is a great way to start the weekend together with your fellow students or colleagues.”