Welcome to the Rotterdam Square newsletter, July edition
The Rotterdam Life Sciences & Health ecosystem continues to grow through collaboration and innovation. In this edition, we share the latest updates from our region, introduce the NL USA Health Accelerator and its program manager, and highlight upcoming events and opportunities to connect after the summer.
- Team Rotterdam Square |
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Rotterdam Square launched NL USA Health Accelerator in collaboration with Cedars-Sinai Accelerator+ and Erasmus MC |
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Ready to expand into the U.S. healthcare market? The NL USA Health Accelerator is a six-week program by Rotterdam Square, in collaboration with Cedars-Sinai Accelerator+ and Erasmus MC, designed to help Dutch HealthTech, MedTech, and Biotech startups accelerate their U.S. market entry. The program starts in Rotterdam on October 5 and concludes with an exclusive five-day immersion at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, just ahead of HLTH USA.
Applications are open until August 28th for Dutch startups and scale-ups with a functional prototype, MVP, or validated proof of concept and ambitions to expand into the U.S. market. |
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Rotterdam's Coalition Agreement 'Vaart maken' Strengthens Life Sciences & Health Tech Ambitions |
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Rotterdam's new coalition agreement, Vaart maken, places Life Sciences & Health Tech at the heart of the city's economic ambitions. The plans include investments in innovation space, funding, talent, and the further development of the regional ecosystem.
Read the full article to discover the key ambitions and what they mean for the Life Sciences & Health ecosystem in Rotterdam. |
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Rotterdam startup JUNO launches app to support men’s fertility
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JUNO has officially launched its fertility app, designed to help men take a more active role in their reproductive health. As part of the Rotterdam Life Sciences & Health ecosystem, we are proud to see JUNO reach this milestone with a science-backed platform providing personalized guidance to support sperm health and fertility journeys. Read more about JUNO’s launch or download the app today. |
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TRUST-AI project receives TKI ICT grant for a reliable AI platform for paramedical care |
The TRUST-AI project, a collaboration between BioCheck, Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences and Erasmus MC, has received TKI ICT funding to develop the next generation of the BioCheck platform. The project focuses on creating a secure and explainable AI solution to support personalised paramedical care. Read more about this innovative collaboration and its ambitions. |
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Alphatron and VZVZ extend collaboration to improve access to medical imaging data |
The continued development of the Beeldtijdlijn application helps healthcare professionals access a complete overview of a patient’s radiological history. This contributes to more connected, efficient and patient-centered healthcare through secure image availability. |
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A sunny afternoon at our annual summer drinks event |
On Thursday, July 2nd, our annual Summer Drinks marked the start of the summer season with an afternoon of networking at De Rooftop Rotterdam. Together with our Life Sciences & Health network, we looked back on the first half of 2026, shared the latest updates from Rotterdam Square, and celebrated the season. |
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New lab robot helps expand the
automated analysis workflow |
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EY Life Sciences & Health Funding
Roadmap for Q3/Q4 2026 |
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Kaminari Medical awarded MKB Hightech
grant to advance intravascular imaging |
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WorkTech project I-Sense: precise eczema diagnosis could reduce dermatologists’ workload |
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The Life Sciences & Health ecosystem within the Rotterdam region is a dynamic network of companies, service providers, educational institutes, healthcare providers, and more, working together to innovate in healthcare. In this series, we would like you to get to know this network.
With the NL USA HealthTech Accelerator now officially launched, we'd like to introduce you to Elizabeth Kleinveld, Program Manager. Learn more about her role, what drives her, and how she's helping startups take the next step toward international growth.
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Elizabeth Kleinveld, Program Manager, NL USA Health Accelerator |
''I focus on connecting startups with the right people and resources to help them grow, become investor-ready, and scale internationally.''
''Through the NL USA Health Accelerator, I support Dutch health innovators in validating their solutions, developing their US market strategy, and building connections with clinicians, investors, and partners in the Netherlands and the United States.'' |
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Do you want to be featured in one of our upcoming newsletters? Contact us. |
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Rotterdam Square Event: MedTech |
As the first event after the summer break, Rotterdam Square, in collaboration with Panton, is organizing an inspiring Knowledge Session MedTech; Technology Push vs. Clinical Needs.
A central part of the program will be a panel discussion featuring speakers from different perspectives within the MedTech sector. |
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Rotterdam Square Service Provider Event: The road to success |
This event brings together leading service providers and companies from the Rotterdam region for an afternoon of connection and knowledge sharing.
Discover our network partners at the service provider market and join interactive workshops by EY, Ploum, Rabobank, and RVO on relevant topics for innovators and entrepreneurs. |
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DSANJ Bio Conference
August 2026 |
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World of Health Care 2026 |
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Rotterdam Square Event: Immersive Technology |
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TEDxCoolhaven Women:
The New Builders |
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HAL4 aan de Maas,
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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3015 GD Rotterdam
Netherlands |
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