Discover the next wave of Japanese life science innovation at the KLSAP 2025 Demo Day, hosted by the Kobe Biomedical Innovation Cluster (KBIC). This curated showcase will spotlight three finalist teams from the Kansai Life Science Accelerator Program, together with eight KBIC startups and alumni companies. Presentations will feature concise pitches on cutting-edge developments in therapeutics, medical platforms, diagnostics, and digital health, followed by interactive Q&A sessions with international investors.
Taking place during RESI JPM 2026, this event offers a valuable opportunity for investors, business development professionals, and innovation leaders to engage with high-growth Japanese technologies ready to scale globally.
RESI JPM 2026: https://resiconference.com/resi-jpm/
【KLSAP 2025 Demo Day @ RESI JPM 2026】
Date/Time: Tuesday January 13th, 2026 12:00pm ~ 2:00pm
Venue: Golden Gate C3 Room, Marriott Marquis San Francisco
Agenda:
12:00-12:03 Opening – KLSAP Overview
12:03-12:45 KLSAP2025 Demo Day
Featuring 3 Finalist Companies (7 minute pitch + 6 minute Q&A with investor panel)
iXgene Inc. https://www.ixgene.inc/en/
C-Biomex Co.,Ltd. https://www.cbiomex.com/en
GeneMedicine Co., Ltd. https://www.gene-medicine.com/

12:45-12:50 KLSAP 2025 Demo Day Closng – KBIC Introduction
12:50-1:53 KBIC Startups and Alumni Speed Pitchs
Featuirng 8 startups (5 minute pitch)
aceRNA Technologies Co., Ltd. https://www.acernatec.com/en
Celaid Therapeutics Inc. https://celaidtx.com/en/
CellFiber Co., Ltd. https://cellfiber.jp/en/
CynosBio, Inc. https://cynosbio.com
FerroptoCure Inc. https://ferroptocure.com/en
LinqMed Inc. https://linqmed.net/
PROGENICYTE JAPAN CO., LTD. https://progenicytejapan.com
Quadlytics Inc. https://www.quadlytics.com/

1:53-2:00 KBIC Session Closing
Come join KBIC session at RESI JPM 2026. We look forward to seeing you in person!
【About Kansai Life Sciences Accelerator Program (KLSAP)】
Kansai Life Science Accelerator Program (KLSAP) was launched in 2020 by KBIC and City of Kobe, in collaboration with corporations, universities, and US accelerators with the goal of nurturing and supporting entrepreneurs and executives in the life sciences sector and contributing to Japan’s startup ecosystem. Participating startups benefit from over three months of intensive mentoring from a diverse group of advisors and have opportunities to build networks with investors and corporations, making the program a valuable springboard for overseas expansion.
KLSAP Official Website: https://www.fbri-kobe.org/kbic/klsap/ *Only in Japanese