From lab to market – a week that could be a turning point for your project.
A practical and intensive program for Latvian life sciences teams who want to take the next step – from research to a real, fundable solution. The program is led by one of Switzerland's most experienced Life Science startup mentors.
Research has already been initiated. You have data and results. But is it clear how to turn them into a project that interests investors or financiers? It is at this stage that many research teams stop. This program is designed to help bridge this gap.
You will work closely with Marco Rüedi – doctors, entrepreneurs, and business coaches – in a practical, discussion-based format. There will be no excess of lectures and theory. Instead, there will be work on your own project and specific, honest feedback.
Applications are open until March 28th for participation in the program, which will take place from April 13th to 17th. Each team will participate on one thematic day according to their project's focus. The number of spots is limited, and teams will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis. To apply: https://luma.com/5n88bue8
What will you get:
🔬 Clarity on your current location
Together, we will identify what else is missing for your solution to be ready for clinical or market development.
Compass Specific development path
Create a clear and well-founded plan – based on the data up to market entry (preclinical, regulatory and clinical development)
Euro Understand the fundraising process
You will understand what investors and funding programs actually want to see to make a decision.
Handshake Learning from others
You will work with other teams, share experiences, and gain an outside perspective.
Programme:
- Day 1 – Support Technologies
(e.g., lab-on-chip, materials, sensors, AI and data solutions)
Riga Technical University - Day 2 - Biotechnology and Pharmacy
(including synthetic molecules and nutraceutical products)
Latvian Institute of Organic Synthesis
- Day 3 – Medical Technologies (MedTech)
(Medical devices, therapy solutions, rehabilitation, digital health)
University of Latvia - Day 4 - Diagnostics
(biomarkers, in vitro diagnostics, screening, and molecular diagnostics solutions)
Riga Stradiņš University - Day 5 – Diagnostics II
Riga Technical University
This will be Marco's first time working with Latvian teams, and he will offer an approach he has developed over more than 10 years in the Swiss biotechnology and medical technology fields. You will receive direct, constructive feedback and leave with a clear action plan for the next four months.
A follow-up meeting in Riga is scheduled for August to discuss your progress.
By mentor:
Marco Rüedi, MD, eMBA
Doctor, entrepreneur, and Life Science business coach (Innosuisse), founder of Startup-Doc
Over 30 years of experience at the intersection of medicine, science, and business.
For the last 10 years, he has been working with startups in Switzerland. – helping researchers turn ideas into developable and investable projects.
Her approach combines clinical precision with a practical business perspective.
From lab idea to spin-off, startup, and company.
