Entrepreneurship in Science: From Lab Bench to Startup 🚀🔬

How do you transform innovative research into a profitable venture? Let’s explore together!

Join us for an inspiring evening at Drinks & Demos, presented by START Maastricht & MSV Incognito & MSP-IGEM at Kaleido.

In this edition, we’re diving into the world of science-based entrepreneurship:
🌊 Aestuarium — a student-founded startup addressing water scarcity through sustainable bio-desalination solutions powered by synthetic biology. Founder Anirudh will share how an iGEM (International Genetically Engineered Machine) research project transformed into a real-world venture with global impact.
🕸 MSP-iGEM 2025 Team — meet Maastricht’s current iGEM team and learn about their innovative use of engineered spider silk proteins as a coating to prevent biofouling and support thermal properties of heat exchanger systems.

✨ Why you should join:
✅ Discover how research can spark entrepreneurial ventures
✅ Gain insights into the challenges and opportunities of commercialising science
✅ Develop new skills through an engaging hands-on session
✅ Enjoy free drinks & networking in the heart of Maastricht

Event Details:
🗓 Date: 16.09.25, 19:00 - 22:00
📍 Location: Kaleido / Tapijn Z, Tapijnkazerne 21, Maastricht

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