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Leading University Appoints AI Expert to Transform Crop Development for Global Food Security
Wageningen, Wednesday, 31 December 2025.
Wageningen University has selected Professor Agnieszka Golicz to lead its Plant Breeding department starting March 2026, bringing cutting-edge artificial intelligence and genomics expertise to accelerate crop development. Golicz, currently at Germany’s Justus Liebig University, specializes in explainable AI that can predict which plant crosses will produce the best trait combinations, potentially revolutionizing how crops are developed for climate resilience and food security challenges.
Dutch Biotech Companies Challenge Government's €10 Million Regenerative Medicine Subsidy Design
Netherlands, Wednesday, 31 December 2025.
Holland Bio’s comprehensive analysis reveals that the Netherlands’ new regenerative medicine subsidy scheme may be fundamentally misaligned with biotech industry needs. The evaluation scores the program poorly on critical factors, awarding only 2 out of 10 points for follow-up funding due to restrictive loan structures requiring 3% interest plus 15% surcharges while prohibiting shareholder dividends. The scheme also received just 3 out of 10 points for intellectual property protection, as it emphasizes knowledge sharing and grants research institutions significant control over commercial rights. This assessment raises serious questions about whether the €10 million program can effectively support Dutch biotech innovation in regenerative medicine, particularly given the sector’s requirement for substantial, long-term capital investment and strong IP protection to attract private investors.
Dutch Parliament Secures Medical Innovation Funding for Roessingh Rehabilitation Center
Enschede, Sunday, 28 December 2025.
The Dutch parliament approved WBMV subsidies for Roessingh Rehabilitation and Innovation Center in Enschede, ensuring continued funding for cutting-edge medical research through 2025. The parliamentary decision during budget discussions maintains specialized innovation grants that enable development of advanced rehabilitation technologies and treatment methods, positioning Netherlands as a leader in medical innovation.
Medical Center Plans Major Technology Symposium for General Practitioners in April 2026
Leiden, Friday, 26 December 2025.
Leiden University Medical Center will host a groundbreaking symposium exploring how artificial intelligence and virtual reality are transforming primary healthcare delivery. The April 2026 event addresses critical challenges facing general practitioners, including staff shortages and aging populations, while showcasing innovative approaches like remote care and preventive health strategies. The symposium represents a fundamental shift from traditional clinic-based medicine to technology-enhanced patient care, offering practical solutions for modern medical practice implementation.
Dutch AI Startup Raises €2.3 Million to Predict Surgical Infections Before They Happen
Netherlands, Friday, 26 December 2025.
Healthplus.ai’s breakthrough PERISCOPE® system can save hospitals up to €4 million annually by predicting patient-specific infection risks after surgery and providing targeted prevention actions for medical teams.
Mosa Meat Secures €15 Million as Cultivated Meat Industry Faces Major Shakeout
Maastricht, Friday, 26 December 2025.
Dutch lab-grown meat pioneer demonstrates investor confidence remains strong despite sector turbulence, raising €15 million while competitor Believer Meats shuts down after burning through $390 million.