April 01, 2026 - BioScience Park Leiden, Netherlands









We are excited to invite you to the 5th Learn & Connect Seminar, taking place on 1st April 2026, at the Biopartner Center in Leiden, from 9:00 to 19:00.
This full-day seminar offers a valuable platform for professionals, researchers, and innovators to engage in open, science-driven discussions focused on the future of bioprocessing. With minimal commercial influence, the event encourages meaningful exchange of knowledge and ideas that drive progress in the field.
We will spotlight the transformative role of digital technologies, advanced modeling, data analytics, automation, as well as analytical devices and Process Analytical Technology (PAT) solutions in modern upstream bioprocessing. Together, these tools are redefining how we approach process development, monitoring, and control.
Through a series of expert presentations, hands-on workshop interactive discussions, and networking opportunities, participants will gain valuable insights into how these cutting-edge approaches are advancing biomanufacturing and paving the way for more agile, data-driven production systems. Whether you're deeply involved in bioprocessing or looking to stay ahead of the curve, this seminar offers the perfect setting to learn, connect, and innovate.
If you're interested, please complete the registration form and save the date in your calendar. The program is currently being finalized, and we will update you soon via email with the full agenda and details of our guest speaker's topics.
We warmly invite organizations and individuals to partner with us as sponsors for this event. Join us in making it a success while gaining valuable visibility and networking opportunities.
We warmly invite organizations and individuals to partner with us as sponsors for this event. Join us in making it a success while gaining valuable visibility and networking opportunities.
9:00 Welcome Coffee/Registration
9:30 Ramon van Valderen, PHD Candidate, TU Delft.
Stem cell bioreactor CFD model development using automated kLa experiments
This talk shows how CFD simulations combined with automated kLa experiments quantify key process parameters and support reliable model development and scale-up.
10:00 Guest Speaker - Will announce soon
10:30 Break
11:00 Workshop and Tour at Biotech Training Facility (BTF)
12:30 Lunch
13:30 Guest Speaker - Will announce soon
14:00 Guest Speaker - Will announce soon
14:30 Break
15:00 Guest Speaker - Will announce soon
15:30 Company presentations (Sponsors)
17:00 Networking, Snacks, and Drinks
19:00 End
This seminar is designed for scientists, researchers, lab technicians, and managers working on cultivation and fermentation processes.
We’re now inviting inspiring individuals to join us as guest speakers for this event. Share your expertise,
insights, and experiences with our audience — apply today to be part of the program.

Ramon van Valderen
PHD Candidate
TU Delft

Will Announce Soon

Will Announce Soon

Dr. Bianca Consorti Bussamra
Sr Scientist, MSAT Labs
Johnson & Johnson

Dr. Jacopo Zini
Postdoctoral researcher
Helsinki University
Join our event for networking and discussions





Read and know more about the last Learn & Connect Seminars below
1st Learn & Connect Event, Feb 2024
2nd Learn & Connect Event, Oct 2024
3rd Learn & Connect Event, Feb 2025
4th Learn & Connect Event, Oct 2025