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IMI at BIO-Europe 2018

Start Date 05/11/2018 End Date 07/11/2018
Copenhagen, Denmark

IMI teamed up with the European Commission to take part in BIO-Europe 2018, which was held in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 5 to 7 November inclusive. In addition to a session on funding opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), we had a stand at the exhibition.

Session: EU research funding for SMEs

Tuesday 6 November, 9:00 – 10:30 | Room B5

How can innovative and ambitious small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the health and related sectors access European Union (EU) funds for research and innovation? What do different programmes offer SMEs, and what are the benefits of participation in addition to funding?

This session showcased the latest opportunities under Horizon 2020, including the dedicated SME programme and the collaborative research schemes, as well as the Innovative Medicines Initiative, a public-private partnership between the EU and the European pharmaceutical industry that has helped many SMEs to advance their research and grow their business. There was also a presentation of European Investment Bank programmes of relevance to SMEs. Finally, representatives of two SMEs that have experience of participating in EU research and innovation / IMI projects told their stories and offered first-hand advice for SMEs considering applying for funding.

Speakers and presentations:

  • Laszlo Helmle, Policy Officer, Health Directorate, European Commission | presentation
  • Pierre Meulien, Executive Director, Innovative Medicines Initiative | presentation
  • Auvo Kaikkonen, Senior Life Science Specialist, European Investment Bank (EIB) | presentation
  • Morten Karsdal, CEO, Nordic Bioscience | presentation

  • Nick Lynch, CTO, Open PHACTS Foundation | presentation

Meet IMI at the exhibition

IMI and the European Commission were at the exhibition at booth 49. Representatives of both organisations were at the stand throughout the conference to answer questions about current and future funding opportunities.

About BIO-Europe

BIO-Europe attracts around 4 000 participants including senior executives of leading biotech companies, business development teams from large and mid-size pharmaceutical companies, investors and other industry experts. The event features panel discussions, workshops and company presentations as well as an exhibition and extensive networking opportunities.