Conny Helder highlights urgency and collaboration at Nationaal Groeifonds Annual Event 2026
On 28 May 2026, Amsterdam (Tolhuistuin) RegMed XB was prominently represented at the Nationaal Groeifonds (NGF) Jaarevent 2026, where Chair of the Supervisory Board Conny Helder took part in a panel discussion on how major public investments can translate into sustainable impact for the Netherlands.
The annual event brought together projects, policymakers, and partners to reflect on the first tangible results of NGF funding while focusing on the next phase: scaling, prioritization, and long-term impact. A clear message resonated throughout the day: impact requires courage, speed, and continuous focus.
Conny Helder: building ecosystems takes time and commitment
During the panel discussion, Conny Helder emphasized a crucial reality behind innovation in regenerative medicine and health:
Impact goes beyond ideas, it depends on strong ecosystems, long-term commitment, and the right connections between academia and industry.
She highlighted that building successful consortia requires time, the ability to attract and retain talent, and sustained investment. According to Helder, strengthening collaboration between education, research, and industry is essential to ensure that innovations can move from concept to real-world application.
A concrete example discussed is the growing collaboration between eight NGF-funded consortia in the health and life sciences domain, demonstrating how joint efforts accelerate progress. Developments such as the wearable artificial kidney underline how public-private partnerships contribute to impactful innovation ecosystems.
RegMed XB contributing to NGF impact
RegMed XB’s participation reflects its active role in advancing regenerative medicine through collaboration. The organization works closely with NGF partners including:
- Oncode Accelerator
- Biotech Booster
- Health-RI
- Holomicrobiome Institute
- NXTGEN Hightech
- Ombion
- PharmaNL
Together, these initiatives aim to strengthen the Dutch innovation landscape and accelerate the translation of scientific breakthroughs into healthcare solutions.
From ideas to impact
A key takeaway from the event aligns closely with RegMed XB’s mission:
Impact does not come from good ideas alone: it requires people who connect, learn, adapt, and keep building together.
With leaders like Conny Helder helping to guide strategic direction, RegMed XB continues to contribute to a collaborative ecosystem focused on delivering tangible health innovations for patients and society.
