THE ROLE OF REGIONAL ECOSYSTEMS IN DRIVING THE BIOTECH SECTOR
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AUDITORIUM MARGARITA SALAS
| Wednesday, September 30, 2026 |
| 11:30 - 12:15 |
| AUDITORIUM MARGARITA SALAS |
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Regional biotechnology clusters and associations play a vital role in strengthening the biotechnology ecosystem by promoting collaboration among stakeholders, facilitating knowledge transfer, and accelerating the scientific and business development of the sector. Their work enhances the competitiveness of biotechnology companies while reinforcing the innovation and growth potential of their respective regions.
The aim of this session is to examine the role of biotechnology clusters and bioregions in the development of the sector, explore how they collaborate with one another, and identify the key strengths and challenges across different regions, highlighting both shared priorities and the distinctive characteristics of each regional ecosystem. The discussion will also address the Biotech Act proposal to promote networks of biotechnology clusters as a means of strengthening competitiveness and fostering collaboration across the European biotechnology sector.
Speaker
Carlota Gómez de la Hoz
Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Executive Director
HIPRA S.A.
Moderator
Daniel Álvarez
International Development Manager
Bioga
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Zara Pons Vila
Managing Director Biotechnological and Biomedical Cluster of the Balearic Islands – Gerent/Gerente
BIOIB - Clúster Biotecnològic i Biomèdic de les Illes Balears
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Idoia Muñoz Lizán
Managing Director
Basque Health Cluster (BHC)
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Robert Fabregat
CEO
Biocat
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Jesús Agüero González
Director
BIOVAL
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