Y Science

Y Science (y-science.org ↗) is where breakthrough research meets bold business, innovation, and entrepreneurial energy. Join researchers, startups, and investors for inspiring talks, rapid-fire pitches, and game-changing connections in the fields of Health & Pharma, Food Systems, and Forest and Nature Tech. This dynamic side event shines a spotlight on researchers and startups turning breakthrough ideas into real world impact - while competing for visibility, connections, and prizes. Beyond the stage, the lively networking area is your gateway to meeting founders, investors, researchers, and ecosystem builders over coffee and conversation. Whether you’re scouting the next big science-based venture or seeking partners for your own innovation journey, Y Science is where those vital connections start. Attendance is free with registration. Secure your spot and join us in turning science into solutions! Stage Schedule* 10:30 - Opening and Health & Pharma, Co-Organised by HiLIFE, Orion and Swissnex Women´s Health, Anastasiya Markvarde, EIR Accelerator Roche Innovation Fireside, Lisa Slater, Roche, and Gustav Henriksson, Switzerland Global Enterprise Digital Boost for Pharmaceutical R&D: Orion Veturi Ecosystem, Jenni Bernoulli, Orion Pharma Health and Pharma Pitching Competition 11:59 - Food Systems, Organised by the Viikki Food Design Factory EIT Food Accelerator Network (Helsinki Hub) Showcase EIT RisingFoodStars pitch 12:54 - Forest and Nature Tech, Co-Organised by the Viikki Wood and Forest Innovation Hub and Natural Resources Institute Finland (LUKE) Fiberdom: Experiences of Building a Start-Up in the Forest Products Industry, Duncan Mayes, Fiberdom Forest and Nature Tech Pitching Competition 13:47 - Science to Business Runway, Co-Organised by Helsinki Innovation Services From Lab to Startup: What does it really take to commercialize research? Karolina Punovuori, MultivisionDx, and Avlokita Tiwari, Helsinki Innovation Services Research to Business Pitches 14:20 - Awards and Closing *The times are currently indicative and a detailed schedule will be uploaded closer to the event. Please note: The event is designed to enable attendees to join for the sessions they are most interested in. The venue has a maximum capacity of 500 people. Entry for accepted attendees will be on a first-come, first-served basis until the venue reaches capacity.