Conference Agenda
DxPx EU 2026
Location: Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich, Germany
February 5, 2026
Registration
DxPx Capital & Croissants
Join us at DxPx Investors-only breakfast. Free to join. No PowerPoints, no status pitches – just conversations that matter. New or lesser know VCs can contact us for a reverse pitch slot.
Location: Live Kitchen im ANDAZ MUNICH | Leopoldstraße 170, 80804 München, Germany
Merieux & Friends – Founder’s Hot Seat
Six carefully selected diagnostics and biotools startups present to a closed circle of experienced VCs and industry investors. Each pitch is followed by extended, no-filter Q&A, giving founders direct feedback and investors a candid deep dive into strategy, traction, and investment readiness.
Program
- 08:30 - 09:00 : Coffee & introduction by MxEP
- 09:00 - 10.30 : First session
- 10:30 - 11:30 : Networking break
- 11:30 - 13:00 : Second session
Location: Live Kitchen im ANDAZ MUNICH | Leopoldstraße 170, 80804 München, Germany
Registration
Welcome & Introduction
Keynote: “The Market Pulse – Global Growth & Investment Trends in Diagnostics & Life Science Tools”
Topics
- Global and regional growth trends in Dx & Biotools
- Shifts in M&A and PE appetite post-2024
- R&D and digital transformation benchmarks
- Key valuation and capital flow data
Strategy Panel: “Competing in a Converging Market – Innovation, Partnerships, and Value Creation”
Topics
- How shifting regulation, reimbursement, and digitalization impact competitive advantage
- Building transatlantic partnerships and scaling innovations
- What makes an attractive target or partner in today’s environment
Executive Roundtable: “Scaling Science – Growth Strategies from Industry Leaders”
Topics
- How global leaders evaluate partnerships and acquisitions
- Outlook for innovation sourcing: from venture to M&A integration
- Capital efficiency, localization, and sustainability in scaling operations
- Where PE and industry can collaborate to accelerate growth
Precision medicine: The market and need for enabling technologies
Closing Remarks & Networking Invitation
Capital 4 Growth Dinner
Join leading private equity investors and growth-stage executives for the launch of the DxPx Growth Track, positioning DxPx as Europe’s hub for later-stage companies in diagnostics, life science tools, and digital health.
Free participation for approved investors and companies with €5 M+ annual revenue — application required.
More PEs coming
Network Reception
The “Cocktails & Communication” reception marks the relaxed Kick off of the DxPx iwith an open bar, signature cocktails, and finger food — the perfect setting to reconnect with old friends, meet new partners, and toast to another year of deals and discoveries. Entry requires separate registration and a valid DxPX ticket.
February 6, 2026
Registration
Company pitches
Presenting companies: Amplifold, Elyte, Loop Dx, PL Bioscience
Expert Dialogs: European Sovereignty: Implications for the Healthcare System
Geopolitical shifts and supply-chain vulnerabilities have placed healthcare sovereignty at the top of Europe’s agenda. From critical raw materials to diagnostics, vaccines, and AI infrastructure, Europe faces the challenge of reducing dependencies while staying globally competitive. This panel examines the opportunities and trade-offs of European sovereignty, and how policy, innovation, and investment can safeguard access, resilience, and trust in healthcare.
Lunch
Expert Dialogs: Scaling Science: Private equity perspective on current market shifts
Private equity is fueling unprecedented growth in life science tools and biotools. This session gathers leading investors to explore valuation trends, platform strategies, and M&A dynamics shaping the sector. Insights will feed into a DxPx whitepaper, positioning this discussion as a must-read for startups, strategics, and investors.
Opening note for DxPx Pitch finals: From late stage funding to exit, my M&A journey
DxPx Business Plan Competition: Finalist Pitches
DxPx Pitch is a global pitch competition specifically for startups in the diagnostics, digital health, precision medicine, and life sciences tools sectors. It provides an opportunity for early and growth-stage companies to submit their business, get feedback, and compete for funding of up to $2 million.
Sundowner Cocktail Reception & DxPx Pitch Winner Announcement
Food & drinks provided for all participants along with the DxPx Capital Pitch winner announcement.
DxPx Pitch is a global pitch competition specifically for startups in the diagnostics, digital health, precision medicine, and life sciences tools sectors. It provides an opportunity for early and growth-stage companies to submit their business, get feedback, and compete for funding of up to $2 million.
Cash bar available following reception.
Date & Location:
Reception: Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Partnering Day & DxPx Pitch: February 6th, 2026
Leonardo Royal Munich
Moosacher Straße 90 | 80809 München | Germany
