This June, Amsterdam will host one of the world's most ambitious deep-tech events – the Hello Tomorrow Global Summit 2026. In collaboration with international experts, the biomedicine and photonics research platform BioPhoT has selected 10 Latvian scientific teams to participate. Among the selected projects is GENEX, developed by the Institute of Solid State Physics, University of Latvia (ISSP UL), which offers an innovative solution for accelerating genetic analysis.
Competition to join the Latvian delegation for the summit, held on June 11 and 12, was fierce. From more than 25 applications, an international jury selected 10 projects demonstrating the highest potential for global competitiveness.
ISSP UL will be represented by the project GENEX – Universal DNA Extraction Module. This compact platform significantly simplifies and accelerates DNA isolation by utilizing a unique 3D electrode network. The technology allows for a more efficient and rapid extraction process, making genetic testing both more accessible and affordable – a critical solution for personalized medicine and rapid disease diagnosis, providing a direct benefit to the overall quality of healthcare.
Participation in the summit provides researchers with a unique platform to establish contacts with global investors and industry leaders. As a direct result of the partnership between BioPhoT and Hello Tomorrow, the delegation teams will have the opportunity to participate in an exclusive Investor Day event.
"Participation in such an event is a strategically significant opportunity for Latvian science to position itself in the global market," emphasizes Andris Baumanis, the project selection lead. "It is a step toward purposefully transforming research ideas into commercially viable solutions."
Latvian scientific achievements will be showcased at the summit at a dedicated stand with "Visionary Partner" status. This status was secured by the BioPhoT platform in cooperation with the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) and The Riga Investment and Tourism Agency (RITA).
