Innovation Mission Organ-on-Chip & Organoids to Boston, Massachusetts

For whom?

This mission is intended for:

• entrepreneurs;
• researchers;
• engineers;
• clinicians;
• ethicists;
• business developers; and
  • anyone affiliated with: a knowledge institution;
  • an academic hospital;
  • a technology company;
  • a patient organisation.

Do you fall within this target group and are you active in the field of organ-on-chip (OoC) technologies and organoids? Are you interested in transatlantic connections to further develop your research/solutions? Then this innovation mission is of interest to you.

This innovation mission is your opportunity to gain insight into the rapid developments and investments in OoC technologies in Boston. This is a fast-growing industry that is transforming drug development, disease modelling and personalised medicine.

Why Boston?

Boston, Massachusetts, is a global leader in life sciences and the health sector. From research and development to entrepreneurship and commercialisation, Boston is at the forefront of biotechnology. This is largely thanks to the supportive ecosystem of government, businesses, universities, venture capital and entrepreneurs.

Furthermore, the partnership between Massachusetts and the Netherlands is unique. With both a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and a cooperation programme in the field of Life Sciences & Health, there is no other formal agreement between the Massachusetts government and any other country that is comparable.

The core of this partnership is improving the lives of patients. This partnership remains relevant and successful thanks to the commitment of both parties to this transatlantic collaboration.

What can you expect?

This mission brings together experts from both the Dutch and American ecosystems to:  

• connect;
• explore research and development opportunities;
• collaborate on the further development of OoC technologies.

Together, we want to build a new industrial sector focused on improving patient outcomes. Participating in this mission will give you insights into the opportunities for transatlantic collaboration.

Draft programme

The programme for this mission is still under development. A first draft version of the programme will be available on this page shortly.

Costs

The cost of participating in the innovation mission is €350 per person, excluding VAT. This includes:

• participation in the joint programme;
• transfers to and from programme components;
• lunch and dinners as specified in the programme.

Participation does not include:

• travel and accommodation costs (intercontinental and domestic flights and hotels);
• all individual costs, such as lunches and dinners outside the programme.

Register

Would you like to participate in this innovation mission? Then please complete the online registration form by 29 May 2026.

Please note: registration does not automatically guarantee participation. Final participation depends on the number of places available and the extent to which your organisation aligns with the mission's objectives.

Want to know more?

Do you have any questions or would you like more information about this innovation mission? Please contact:

Niels van Leeuwen
Senior Advisor International R&D Life Sciences & Health
E: innovatiemissies@rvo.nl 

Would you like to know more about innovation missions? Visit our information page (in Dutch).