Conference Agenda

DxPx EU 2026

Location: Leonardo Royal Hotel Munich, Germany

February 5, 2026

DxPx Investor breakfast and registration

10:00 - 13:00

Registration

12:00 - 13:00

DxPx Capital & Croissants

10:00 - 12:00ANDAZ MUNICH

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

Diagnostics & Biotools Market Insights

13:00 - 15:00

Welcome & Introduction

13:00 - 13:10
Mirko Stange
Mirko Stange
Role Moderator
Position

Keynote: “The Market Pulse – Global Growth & Investment Trends in Diagnostics & Life Science Tools”

13:10 - 13:35
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”

13:35 - 14:05
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”

14:05 - 14:55
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
Peter Schüßler
Peter Schüßler
Role Speaker
Position
Kajsa Bringle
Kajsa Bringle
Role Speaker
Position

Closing Remarks & Networking Invitation

14:55 - 15:00
Mirko Stange
Mirko Stange
Role Moderator
Position
19:00 - 21:30Bodega Dali

Capital 4 Growth Dinner

19:00 - 21:30Bodega Dali

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.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman
Role Sponsor

More companies to follow.

20:00 - 23:00Leonardo Royal Munich – Hotel Bar

Network Reception

20:00 - 23:00Leonardo Royal Munich – Hotel Bar

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

One-on-One Partnering and Exhibition

08:30 - 19:00
Partnering & Exhibition Area
Diagnostics: Company presentations

2 out of 4 slots available

10:00 - 11:00
Precision Medicine: Company presentations

3 out of 4 slots available

10:00 - 11:00
Digital Health: Company presentations

4 slots available

11:30 - 12:30Plenary: Biomarker
Biotools: Company presentations

4 slots available

11:30 - 12:30Plenary: Helix

Lunch

12:30 - 13:30Downstair lobby and part of Partnering venue
Plenary: Biomarker

Keynote

Expert Dialog 3: Scaling Science

13:30 - 14:30Plenary: Biomarker

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.

Simon Wolf
Simon Wolf
Role Speaker
Position
Plenary: Helix

Keynote

Expert Dialog 2: European Sovernity

13:30 - 14:30Plenary: Helix

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.

Cash bar available following reception.

21:00 - 00:00Leonardo Royal Munich – Hotel Bar

DxPx Business Plan Competition: Finalist Pitches

14:30 - 17:00

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.

Ata Tuna Ciftlik
Ata Tuna Ciftlik
Role Moderator
Position

Sundowner Cocktail Reception & DxPx Pitch Winner Announcement

18:30 - 21:00at Partnering area

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.

Date & Location:

Reception: Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Partnering Day & 42PLUS1: February 6th, 2026

Leonardo Royal Munich
Moosacher Straße 90 | 80809 München | Germany

Participate in the DxPx Pitch competition as startup or virtual juror and join DxPx Conference for 499 EUR.