Newsletter | October 2025 |
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Welcome to the Rotterdam Square newsletter, October edition!
As autumn settles in and the days grow shorter, we’re embracing the new season with fresh energy and focus. In this newsletter, we look back at a few highlights, feature the story of Methylomics, announce the move of a global leader in advanced medical imaging to Rotterdam and share what’s coming up this season to (re)connect with the Life Sciences & Health community and further strengthen our ecosystem.
We hope the past months brought you inspiration, rest, and renewed energy for the season ahead!
- Team Rotterdam Square |
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Methylomics: from fundamental research to groundbreaking cancer diagnostics |
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Methylomics emerged from research at Erasmus MC, developing a unique method called MeD-seq to map DNA methylation broadly and accurately. This technology forms the basis for new, less invasive tests that can detect cancers at an early stage. Through collaborations both in the Netherlands and internationally, Methylomics is now moving from research into clinical application. |
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United Imaging Healthcare announces Rotterdam as its new European Headquarters |
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United Imaging Healthcare is a global leader in advanced medical imaging and has selected Rotterdam as the location for its new European Headquarters (HQ), marking a significant expansion of the city’s Life Sciences & Health ecosystem. |
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Rotterdam is one of the three finalists for the iCapitalAwards |
On December 4, 2025, Robert Simons Alderman of Port, Economy, Catering and Governance (districts and small centres) of the Municipality of Rotterdam will represent the city of Rotterdam and join Grenoble and Liverpool on stage in Turin, where the winner of the Innovation Capital of Europe 2026 will be announced. |
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Video: discover SkylineDx’s journey in Rotterdam’s innovation hub |
We are very excited to share with you our brand-new video – a testimonial to Rotterdam from the perspective of SkylineDx. Born as a spin-off from Erasmus MC, SkylineDx has grown through bold ambitions, strong partnerships, and a deep belief in innovation as a driver of change. |
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New SME call Health~Holland |
MedTech Innovators pay attention! Top Sector Life Sciences & Health (LSH) invites SMEs and research organisations to participate in the SME Call 2026. This call promotes public-private partnerships (PPP) focused on innovative industrial research within the LSH sector.
Deadline applications:
December 1, 2025 | 17:00 CET |
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Exploring the future of genetics and diagnostics at Rotterdam Square event |
On Thursday, September 18, we were delighted to welcome the Rotterdam Life Sciences & Health community back after the summer break for our knowledge session ‘From Genomic Insight to Diagnostic Impact’ at Erasmus MC. |
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Do you want to be featured in one of our upcoming newsletters? Contact us. |
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FUNDING KANSEN VOOR WEST - VOUCHER SCHEME |
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Grow your Life Sciences & Health business with the Kansen voor West voucher scheme |
The Dutch subsidy named Kansen voor West has opened a voucher scheme, which supports early-stage SMEs in South Holland active in Health&Tech. Made possible by Kansen voor West and the Province of South Holland, the vouchers for advice, housing or a pilot provide financial support to Health&Tech projects with strong valorization potential, helping promising innovations reach the market faster. The scheme is part of the overarching fund ErasSupport, managed by the Erasmus MC Technology Transfer Office. |
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Receive a grant from €15,000 up to €50,000
Get access to the entrepreneurship network in Rotterdam
Collaborate with experts in the field of entrepreneurship, and further develop your skills |
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Interested in applying for a voucher? To be eligible for the voucher scheme, you must:
- have a business idea in the Health&Tech sector, e.g. medical devices, diagnostics, care innovations and AI;
- have a business that is in the valorization or market-entry stage;
- be active in the South Holland region.
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Rotterdam Square Event: BioTech |
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On Thursday, November 13, Rotterdam Square is hosting a breakfast knowledge session focused on BioTech. This morning session will centre one of the most transformative areas in life sciences: ‘BioTech Innovations in Oncology’. We will explore the latest developments and breakthroughs in oncology with insights from leading experts from both academia and industry. Casper van Eijck from NeOncoFRAx and Gurvinder Chahal from Sairopa, will each share their unique perspectives on innovation and impact in cancer research and treatment. |
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Mobile Healthcare Festival 2025 |
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Fokker Terminal,
The Hague |
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Convergence Enable & Excel |
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Dutch Life Sciences Conference 2025 |
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CORPUS Congress Centre,
Oegstgeest |
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HealthTech Investor Summit 2025 |
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TivoliVredenburg,
Utrecht |
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Rotterdam Square
Life Science Café |
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SAVE THE DATE
Healthy Funding 2026 |
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Rooftop Groot Handelsgebouw,
Rotterdam |
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Rotterdam Square is the campus organization of the Erasmus MC Campus that connects the Life Sciences & Health ecosystem in the Rotterdam region. We bring together experts in healthcare, science and technology, from academia and industry, to accelerate Health&Tech innovations and create healthcare solutions for the future. Are you curious to see what we can do for you? Get in touch! |
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Dr. Molewaterplein 40
3015 GD Rotterdam
Netherlands |
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