Exhibitor Profile

Biotope

Many promising biotechnology ideas never make it beyond the embryonic phase, not due to a lack of potential, but because the hurdles to collect sufficient scientific results and funds are simply too high... biotope by VIB is here to change that. biotope by VIB is an incubator and early-stage investor focused on supporting agrifood biotech startups with strong scientific foundations. We aim to lower the barriers for these promising innovations, helping founders transform their scientific innovation into sustainable, impactful businesses ready for seed investment. As part of our investment portfolio, you'll receive a €250,000 cash investment to finance key experiments and technology development activities. Additionally, your startup will gain access to state-of-the-art lab space, greenhouses, cutting-edge facilities, offices, and VIB Technology/ This support will help you acquire the skills and resources necessary to advance your innovation and secure further seed funding. We will connect you with scientific experts, companies, investors, and mentors who will guide you through your development and introduce you to relevant stakeholders, ensuring rapid progress. Our dedicated team will work closely with you over a 12-month period, providing tailored support to address your specific challenges and leverage your strengths. biotope by VIB is committed to strengthening your startup by focusing on your biotechnology first, transforming your innovation into a business primed for seed funding. Join us and turn your agrifood biotech vision into reality. biotope by VIB is an initiative of VIB, one of the world’s premier life sciences institutes and the driving force behind the Flemish biotech ecosystem. In addition, we are supported by the Flemish government, European Union and City of Ghent.