UtrechtInc startups win big at the Philips Innovation Awards
It was a remarkable evening of innovation and entrepreneurship, with UtrechtInc startups taking the spotlight during the 20th edition of the Philips Innovation Award Grand Final.
At Theater Rotterdam, eight promising student-led startups competed live for the most prestigious student entrepreneurship award in the Netherlands: the Philips Innovation Award. In front of a packed audience and a jury of leading industry figures, including Philips CEO Roy Jakobs, two groundbreaking innovations from the UtrechtInc community took home top honors:
Innovator Award – Lumox, for their light-activated cancer therapy that targets tumors with high precision, reducing the need for invasive surgeries.
Rough Diamond Award – I See U Baby Care, with an AI-powered monitoring system that improves the sleep of premature babies, offering support to both families and hospital staff.
In addition to the pitches, the audience was inspired by talks from speakers such as Ali Niknam (bunq), Eline van Beest (Hybridize Therapeutics), and Joost Smit (Google).
It was especially inspiring to see female founders like Chanel Sam and Irati Beltrán Hernández leading the way and making a strong impact with their innovative solutions.
These achievements highlight the strength of young, innovative entrepreneurs at the Utrecht Science Park, where science and entrepreneurship come together to tackle major societal challenges. Together we strive towards a healthy, sustainable society.
Ombion Centre for Animal-free Biomedical Translation celebrates launch and site opening
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.
“An Academic Quarter with…”
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.
Utrecht Science Week 2025 programme announced
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!