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The Leiden International (Bio)Medical Student Conference (LIMSC) is one of the world's largest biennial student conferences that unites passionate students in medicine, biomedical sciences, pharmacy, clinical technology, and other life sciences for an immersion in scientific innovation.

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About LIMSC
Leiden, the Netherlands
March 17-20th, 2027

Scientific Program

The Scientific Program of LIMSC 2027 forms the core of the conference and spans three full days: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, offering a wide range of inspirational opportunities. It brings together student research, expert perspectives, and interactive sessions, creating space for academic exchange and interdisciplinary discussion. Through oral and poster presentations, participants will showcase research across a wide range of biomedical topics, ensuring a continuously engaging program of student-led work.

The program also includes keynote lectures by invited speakers, a symposium focused on medicine in resource-limited environments, and a series of workshops that address both clinical and research-related skills. Together, these elements reflect current developments and challenges within healthcare and biomedical research. In addition to the academic content, the program incorporates opportunities for professional orientation and networking. These include a visit to the Leiden Bio Science Park, tours of departments within the Leiden University Medical Center, and a Career & Internship Fair. We hope the program will highlight the diversity of biomedical science and inspire your future academic and professional path.

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The “Medicine in Crisis” symposium at LIMSC 2027 is an interdisciplinary session focused on the delivery of healthcare in high-risk and resource-limited environments. It provides a platform for in-depth discussion on how medical care is organised and delivered in contexts shaped by conflict, instability, and scarcity.

Bringing together perspectives from clinicians, humanitarian workers, researchers, and experts in fields such as logistics, ethics, technology, and pharmacology, the symposium explores the complex realities of providing care under pressure. Key themes include decision-making in resource-limited settings, innovation in crisis response, and the ethical considerations that arise when healthcare systems are under strain. All discussions are guided by a commitment to high-quality care for all patients, regardless of context.

In line with the academic principles of Leiden University and its motto Praesidium Libertatis, the symposium upholds academic freedom, neutrality, and respectful scientific exchange. To ensure a constructive environment, all contributions remain non-political, clinically focused, and communicated in a neutral and professional manner. The emphasis lies on interdisciplinary collaboration, patient safety, and the development of innovative and societally relevant solutions in healthcare. A full overview of the safeguards and scope of the symposium can be found in the official guidelines here.

On Friday, 19 March 2027, LIMSC will host its Career & Internship Fair, providing a unique platform for organisations to connect with the next generation of healthcare professionals, researchers and biomedical innovators.

The fair brings together a diverse and highly motivated audience, including both international participants and a large Dutch student population. As part of the congress programme, it offers companies direct access to talented students from a wide range of biomedical, life science and healthcare-related disciplines who are actively exploring career opportunities, internships, and future collaborations.

For participants, the fair is a valuable opportunity to engage with leading organisations, gain insights into different career paths, and establish meaningful professional connections. To encourage interaction and maximise engagement, the exhibition area will include an interactive element in which students are encouraged to visit multiple stands, increasing exposure for the participating organisations and ensuring sustained engagement throughout the event.

The Career & Internship Fair is designed to foster meaningful dialogue between students and organisations, making it an ideal environment for recruitment, networking, and increasing visibility among a highly engaged audience. We look forward to welcoming a wide range of companies and institutions to what promises to be one of the key networking events of LIMSC 2027.

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