At the opening of Utrecht Science Week, Prof. Dr. Jan van de Winkel will share how immunotherapy, AI, and collaboration are key to groundbreaking advances in fighting and preventing cancer and other serious diseases.
The programme for Utrecht Science Week 2025 has been announced. From now on, you can register for one or more of the many inspiring events. More events will follow in the coming weeks. Take a look, register for the events you would like to attend and don’t miss anything!
Utrecht Science Week takes place from September 26th to October 5th. In recent weeks, several new events have been added to the already extensive programme. Residents, professionals, researchers, and students interested in the themes of health and sustainability can choose from a wide variety of interesting and inspiring events. Below is a selection of some recently added program items.
PanCare4AYA is a European project uniting 29 partners from 14 countries to improve aftercare, guidelines, and tools that enhance the long-term quality of life for adolescents and young adults who have survived cancer.
A key event uniting science, business, and regulators to accelerate innovation and collaboration in Organ-on-a-Chip and Organoid technology.
Neurosurgeons at UMC Utrecht use a new ultrasound technique to monitor brain blood flow live during surgery, enabling earlier detection and prevention of stroke risks.
On July 7, 2025, the Ombion Centre for Animal-free Biomedical Translation was officially launched and opened its location at Utrecht Science Park. The centre promotes the transition to animal-free medical innovations and collaborates with over 60 partners on research, education, and practical implementation.
The shortcast series “An Academic Quarter with…” takes you on a 15-minute journey to surprising spots at Utrecht Science Park, sharing stories about sustainability, biodiversity, and history. Listen on Spotify or at one of the recycled listening poles on campus.
The municipality of Utrecht will renew the Universiteitsweg between July and August with new asphalt and added greenery.
Researchers Ingrid Robeyns and Thijn Brummelkamp have been awarded the Stevin and Spinoza Prize respectively for their pioneering work on social inequality and genetic research.
On Tuesday, June 10, the municipal council was updated during an information session at the office of the Utrecht Science Park Foundation about the current state of livability at the Utrecht Science Park.
During the session, the results of a survey among student residents were presented, along with plans from parties such as the supermarket, SSH (Student Housing Foundation), and Utrecht University regarding this theme.