Life Sciences Summit 2027

Life Sciences Summit 2027 is Aotearoa New Zealand's national gathering for the life sciences ecosystem, created by BioTech New Zealand, a Tech New Zealand community. Under the theme Life. Reimagined., it explores how biology and advanced technology are opening new possibilities across the four priority areas of New Zealand's Science Investment Plan 2026–2036 — Primary Industries & Bioeconomy, Technology for Prosperity, Environmental Sustainability & Resilience, and Healthy People & a Thriving Society — through keynotes, panels, masterclasses, showcases and networking.

The main Summit runs 16–17 March 2027 at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, with a Touchdown Tour and Networking Drinks on 15 March. Tickets range from $295 + GST for students to $1,395 + GST for non-member individuals, with startup rates of $350–$550 and discounted rates for BioTechNZ and Tech New Zealand community members, including a 2-for-1 launch special until 23 November 2026 (all prices plus a 3% service fee). It is for researchers, innovators, policymakers, investors and industry leaders working to advance life sciences in New Zealand and beyond.