Innovation in Chicago Life Sciences, Quantum Computing and Biotech Summit
Tue Feb 24, 2026
Innovation in Chicago Life Sciences, Quantum Computing and Biotech Summit
Leaders from Across Real Estate, Startups, and Academia on Developing Spaces for The Future
$129.00
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Speakers and Panels
Opening Keynote: An Update On IQMP
Leaders from the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park share an update on its construction and operations
The Heart(land) of Innovation
The People and Policies Driving Projects to Illinois
Designing, Developing, and Building Spaces for Modern Labs and Medicine
Creating Spaces for the Future
Susan Martinis
Anna Tomaszewski
Nadya Mason
The Incubator, Occupier, and Capital Life Cycle
Bringing ideas from the lab through to commercialization
Why You Can't Miss This Event
What We'll Cover
- Quantum Computing in the CRE Age
- The strategic investments shaping the intersection of modern technology innovation and commercial real estate
- Life Sciences Innovations
- Hear from the people and projects striving to make Illinois a modern scientific hub, and the steps they’re taking to get it there.
- An Exploration of the Region's Biotech Companies
- Explore how the relationship between lab space, engineering, and strategic investment is making Chicago the place to innovate in biotechnology.
- Funding and Financing Innovation
- Creating a capital stack for smart and forward-thinking investments.
- Construction and Design
- Best practices for bringing new projects to fruition
About This Event:
Against the backdrop of historic investment and in the shadow of national competition, Bisnow convenes leaders across quantum, biotechnology, life sciences, and real estate for discussions on the key trends, players, and projects shaping the region. Join us as we hear from developers, venture capitalists, scientists, and more in conversation on making Chicago and the broader Illinois region an open door for innovation and invention.
Who You’ll Meet During Networking:
Owners, developers, investors, brokers, scientists, architects, engineers, designers, lawyers, higher education officials, and city and government leaders
Why You Should Attend:
Bisnow events bring together the biggest power players in the industry to identify opportunities, build your network and expand your business. With the largest audience of commercial real estate professionals in the world, no one knows how to help your business more than us. Join Bisnow as we jump into the market to analyze its strengths and strategize on its areas of opportunity. You don't want to miss this event!
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Agenda
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8:00 AM 9:00 AM |
Breakfast and Networking
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9:00 AM 9:30 AM |
Opening Keynote: An Update On IQMP
Leaders from the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park share an update on its construction and operations
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9:30 AM 10:15 AM |
The Heart(land) of Innovation
The People and Policies Driving Projects to Illinois
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10:15 AM 11:00 AM |
Designing, Developing, and Building Spaces for Modern Labs and Medicine
Creating Spaces for the Future
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11:00 AM 11:45 AM |
The Incubator, Occupier, and Capital Life Cycle
Bringing ideas from the lab through to commercialization
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11:45 AM 12:00 PM |
Closing Networking
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