Inspiring and connecting visit by the President of Estonia to Utrecht Science Park

On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, the President of Estonia, Mr. Alar Karis, together with his wife Sirje Karis, ambassador Mr. Paul Teesalu and a delegation from the Estonian Health Ecosystem, visited the Utrecht Science Park. During the visit, much knowledge was exchanged and valuable connections were made.
Following a word of welcome and an introduction by Mayor Sharon Dijksma, Wilco Hazeleger of Utrecht University, and Jan Henk van der Velden of Utrecht Science Park Foundation, Ms. Katrina Laks of Health Founders Estonia spoke about the healthtech ecosystem in Estonia, and Paul Coffer spoke about how Utrecht Science Park functions as a hub for the Dutch healthtech and biotech ecosystem.
Subsequently, the program included visits to various leading partners at Utrecht Science Park, such as Genmab, the Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology, and UtrechtInc., including cluster meetings and networking sessions.
We look back on a very successful visit during which much knowledge and expertise regarding life sciences, biotech, and AI was exchanged and valuable connections were made.
A heartfelt thank you to the Estonian delegation for the visit to Utrecht Science Park and, of course, to all speakers and participants.
Pictures: Raigo Pajula





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