Thursday, March 12, 2026, WOMEN'S BATH Heidelberg
GENESIS 26 ‒
The LIFE SCIENCE TECH DAY
disease modeling and drug testing of the next generation
In Heidelberg's innovation corridor: where forward-looking industry meets cutting-edge science — and top universities meet applicable high-tech. The Genesis 26 event creates growth and success through collaboration.
How can disease processes be simulated more realistically and active ingredients tested more quickly, safely, and reproducibly? This question will be the focus of the next LIFE SCIENCE TECH DAY 2026, which will be hosted by our InnovationLab in Heidelberg on Thursday, March 12, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Details about the event
What can you expect as a participant?
Entitled "Engineering Next-Generation Platforms for Disease Modeling and Drug Screening," the event provides a platform for interdisciplinary exchange between science, industry, and technology development.
The focus is on current developments and future prospects in the fields of 3D cell models and organ-on-chip systems. In particular, technologies that contribute significantly to the further development of these systems will be discussed:
• Automated biofabrication
• Bioelectronics and sensor technology for living tissue
• AI-supported image analysis
These three key technologies are considered central building blocks on the path to scalable, integrated platforms for disease modeling and drug discovery.
GENESIS 26 - The LIFE SCIENCE TECH DAY continues the successful series of iL events in the field of life sciences. At the last edition of the LSTD, on April 29, 2025, around 60 participants from Germany and abroad met at the "iL.Connect.Space" premises to advance the topic of "Further development of personalized medicine: A spotlight on organ-on-chip."
About the location
FRAUENBAD HEIDELBERG: Pure culture.
The FRAUENBAD, part of Heidelberg's old indoor swimming pool, is a very special event location. It combines modernity and tradition, providing an environment for inspiring, focused exchange. The cult venue with its Art Nouveau architecture offers opportunities for workshops, conferences, employee events, or private celebrations. Another plus: the FRAUENBAD is only about 1,000 meters from the highway and the main train station. From there, you can also reach Heidelberg's famous old town in just a few minutes on foot.
The old indoor swimming pool was built between 1903 and 1906. The city of Heidelberg took over the Art Nouveau and Classicist building complex in 1907 and gradually expanded it. The only "winter bath" in the university town had an important hygienic function at the time. After renovations (in 1950 and 1967), the pool was listed as a historic monument in 1978 and finally closed in 1981. After that, it was repeatedly the subject of political debate. Thanks to investor and builder Hans-Jörg Kraus, the historic site was transformed in 2008 into a multifunctional complex with around 9,000 square meters of usable space—with links to the public and urban society.
At GENSIS 26 – The LIFE SCIENCE TECH DAY, you can see for yourself the impressive mix of indoor swimming pool history, successful architecture, moderate renovation, and innovative interior design. Right in the heart of Heidelberg!
Registration
All information at a glance
Interested parties from research, development, and industry are invited to register now for GENESIS 26 - The LIFE SCIENCE TECH DAY.
Further information on the program and speakers will follow shortly.
It pays to be quick, because our EALY BIRD TICKETS are available until December 31, 2025. The regular price will apply from January 1, 2026.
The registration deadline is February 28, 2026.
WHEN?
March 12, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(AGENDA TO FOLLOW)
WHERE?
Women's pool at the old indoor swimming pool
45 Bergheimer Street
69115 Heidelberg
PARTICIPATION FEES?
About the InnovationLab
InnovationLab is not a lab — it is the lab: the place where ideas take shape. Here, science, startups, and industry work side by side to translate concepts into practical, scalable solutions. Our shared environment includes biolabs (S1), prototyping and printing facilities, and collaborative spaces that enable rapid iteration and implementation. InnovationLab is supported by our ecosystem partners.
REGISTRATIONFORM
Please fill out the following form if you would like to attend the event.
We will reserve a place for you and contact you by e-mail regarding the participation fee.
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