Diagnostics-4-Future Conference

The conference brings together companies, laboratories, clinics, and research institutions from across Europe to exchange ideas on forward-looking diagnostic solutions and to initiate new collaborations. Around 150–200 professionals are expected to attend.

A special highlight awaits you already on the first day of the conference:
During the 1:1 matchmaking event with networking reception, targeted networking and new partnerships take center stage. In several curated speed-dating rounds, the right stakeholders are brought together with the goal of jointly advancing innovative diagnostic projects of the future.

On the second day, the conference programme will feature:

• engaging expert presentations from both users and providers in diagnostics
• practical insights into current medical needs from clinics and laboratories
• a diverse industry exhibition showcasing the latest technologies and solution approaches

What makes this event unique:

The diagnostic need is at the core of the concept. Users from clinics and laboratories present their specific challenges, while stakeholders from industry and research offer targeted solutions. This creates an ideal foundation for practical collaboration and innovation.

The conference is organized by the international healthcare network BioLAGO e.V.

Target groups:

Companies, laboratories, clinics and medical professionals, as well as research institutions in diagnostics, medical technology, life sciences, and health IT/AI across Europe.

Topics and program highlights 2026:

• Precision medicine & diagnostics
  Victor Voicu, Clinic Hirslanden
  Prof. Dr. Veronika Ruzsanyi, University of Innsbruck
  Dr. Christoph Schröder, Sciomics GmbH
• Antimicrobial resistance, phage therapy & the need for future diagnostics
  Dr. Shawna McCallin, Balgrist University Hospital
  Mike Marquet, University Hospital Jena / nanozoo GmbH
  Hendrik Koliwer-Brandl, Institute of Medical Microbiology, University of Zurich
• Diagnosing Cancer – novel approaches
  Prof. Dr. med. Dr. phil. Torsten Haferlach, MLL Munich Leukemia Laboratory
  Prof. Dr. med. Stefan Pfister, Hopp Children’s Cancer Center Heidelberg
• Prevention and the role of diagnostics
  Dr. Dr. med. Saskia Biskup, CeGaT / Center for Human Genetics Tübingen
  John Volke, Brightsens Diagnostics
  Daniel Gillmann, RICB Diagnostics AG

Impressive venue and dynamic event concept

The Diagnostics-4-Future Conference takes place across two outstanding locations in Konstanz:

On October 21, the event kicks off with the matchmaking session including a networking reception at the Constanzer Wirtshaus, where a personal atmosphere and scenic views of Lake Constance create the perfect setting for new connections and collaborations.

On October 22, the conference program with industry exhibition will take place at the modern Bodenseeforum Konstanz, located directly on the banks of the Rhine River.

Konstanz is easily accessible: from Zurich Airport, you can reach the city in approximately one hour by train.

Date:

October 21–22, 2026

Venue:

We are confident that the Diagnostics-4-Future Conference will provide valuable impulses for your work.

With the code D4F2026_Media10, you will receive a 10% discount on all tickets.

You can find the registration link here: https://diagnostics4future.org/registration/