IVAM Hightech Summit 2026 – Inside Life – Engineering our Future
The IVAM Hightech Summit is a key event in the calendar, bringing together companies from the micro and nanotechnology sectors to showcase the latest technologies and products and discuss future developments.
In 2026, we invite you to the Hightech Summit at the Corpus Congress Center in Leiden (NL) – a fascinating journey through the human body and our lives. Focused on “Inside Life – Engineering our Future”, the conference will deal with technologies that are changing our inner and outer worlds – from biotechnological innovations to visionary designs for the future. Together, we will take a look at how science and engineering are redefining the boundaries of life and shaping our future.
Expert Exchange Meets Targeted Networking
In addition to the conference program with six technological sessions, the Summit offers a technical exhibition, an interactive hands-on session “Life Science Applications,” and high-level keynotes on the topic “Future of Life Science.” A special highlight is the large evening event, providing space for intensive networking in a relaxed atmosphere. A diverse supporting program — including a museum tour, cheese tasting, and a cornhole play area — further encourages informal exchange among participants.
The IVAM Hightech Summit offers a focused and high-level technical program covering key developments in micro- and nanotechnology for life sciences. Across several keynotes and six dedicated sessions, participants gain insights into topics such as advanced materials, manufacturing technologies, diagnostics, regulation and industrialization. The program is complemented by keynote presentations, a hands-on session on life science applications, and a technical exhibition, providing both in-depth knowledge and practical perspectives along the entire value chain.
