Oulu Bioscience Networking Event 2025; Registration now open

17.1.2025

Dear bioscience professional and students,

The Oulu Bioscience Society organizes the 6th Oulu Bioscience Networking Event (OBNE25), taking place on Friday, 7th of February at 17:00-20:00, in Leena Palotie auditoriumat the University of Oulu Kontinkangas campus.

OBNE gathers local bioscience professionals and students and builds a bridge between academia and industry. This year’s theme, “Innovations beyond boundaries”, highlights the opportunities arising from out-of-the-box interdisciplinary ideas. We will hear talks from BusinessOulu OYSTER incubator, University of Oulu Innovation Center, VTT, University of Oulu Kvantum institute, Admescope, FinnAdvance, Professor Caglar Elbuken and Professor Lloyd Ruddock. Between the talks we have a networking hour with snacks and wine. Among networking, participants can also enjoy exhibition stands from University of Oulu Student Union Doctoral Researchers’ Section (OYY DRS), The Finnish Society for Cell Biology (Suomen solubiologit ry), the Union of Professionals in Natural, Environmental and Forestry Sciences (Loimu), University of Oulu FibroHealth research ecosystem and Biobio society. The event is wrapped up by a panel discussion by the speakers. Please see the program below.

Whether you’re a student eager to explore career opportunities or a professional seeking fresh ideas and collaborations, OBNE25 offers a unique platform for expanding your network and for gaining new perspectives. The event is free of charge and open to everyone.

Please, register by 21st of January HERE!

On behalf of the Oulu Bioscience Society,

Mikko Karpale, chair

OULU BIOSCIENCE NETWORKING EVENT 2025

16:45-17:00 Registration and bubbles

17:00-18:05 Session 1.

University of Oulu Innovation Center, Maarit Jokela

BusinessOulu OYSTER Incubator, Minna Komu

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, Sanna Aikio

University of Oulu Kvantum institute, Jussi Paakkari

18:05-18:50 Networking (cocktail snacks and wine, stands)

18:50-20:00 Session 2.