The FedEx Small Business Grants Program awards U.S.-based small businesses with grants and prizes to enhance their businesses. The 2024 program will begin accepting applications until is 12pm ET (Noon) on April 1, 2024. PRIZES There will be 10 recipients in total with one grand prize recipient receiving a $50,000 grant in the form of [....]
This rigorous three-day program is ideal for basic research and translational biology scientists who are looking for a balanced theoretical vs. hands-on introduction to CRISPR toolkit. Taught by active researchers, this workshop features several cutting-edge presentations delivered by experts in the CRISPR/Cas9 field along with an intensive schedule of laboratory exercises. This program will focus [....]
The Johns Hopkins University Life Design Lab, the Carey Business School and FastForward U are partnering to bring startups together with undergraduate and graduate students for this event. Attend to connect with students to recruit for open internships/jobs and build your company brand. Pitch your organization and your talent needs to students interested in working [....]
The Johns Hopkins University Life Design Lab, the Carey Business School and FastForward U are partnering to bring Baltimore-region startups together with Johns Hopkins undergraduate and graduate students for this event! Who: Undergraduate and graduate students from all years are encouraged to attend. What: An opportunity to connect with startups and start building connections. All employers at [....]
Connecting with peers in your career field is essential for networking, understanding job opportunities, receiving and giving work advice, and feeling connected to the women-in-science community. Traditional evening networking meetings can often be difficult for those with young children or other caregiving responsibilities. We are thrilled to be hosting another series of Coffee Chats at [....]
Protect your startup by taking advantage of our pro bono legal services. Meeting online with our partnering local law firms can help your startup avoid common legal roadblocks and pitfalls. These firms have a long history of working with Johns Hopkins and offer virtual office hours the first Thursday of each month. Available only to [....]
Join the Johns Hopkins Center for Bioengineering Innovation & Design‘s annual Shark Tank and hear business pitches from a variety of student startup teams. Registration information and details coming soon.
FastForward U invites you to celebrate five years of empowering and equipping Johns Hopkins students, alumni, and community changemakers. Moving forward as the Pava Marie LaPere Center for Entrepreneurship, we will honor the namesake’s legacy as a visionary student and early staff member who helped pioneer our programming for student entrepreneurs. We extend a warm [....]
Scientists working at every career stage and in every part of the pharmaceutical community, including academia, industry, and regulatory, are coming together to discuss drug transport in April. Participants can hear case studies from experts conducting cutting-edge research and explore the current perspectives of regulatory agencies. Participation will improve their application of transporter information to [....]
Dive into the heartbeat of biotech operations with our latest Day in the Life series interview hosted by Sarah Boynton, MBA, where industry expert, Stephen Lavigne, unveils the daily challenges and keys to success in the ever-evolving world of biotech manufacturing.
Interested in getting hands-on insights and help from subject matter and career experts within the industry?! Well, look no further than BioBuzz's weekly virtual Ask Me Anything series. BioBuzz is thrilled to welcome a different expert every Tuesday (from 12:05-12:50pm) as a perk of being part of our talent community. This week's guest is: Andrew [....]
Please join us for this year’s Emmett T. Cunningham, Jr., MD, PhD, MPH, Distinguished Lectureship in Medical Innovation and Entrepreneurship. This year’s esteemed lecturer is Valina L. Dawson, Ph.D. Valina Dawson is a distinguished neuroscientist and Professor at Johns Hopkins University, specializing in Neurology, Neuroscience, Physiology, and Cellular & Molecular Medicine. She directs the Neuroregeneration and Stem Cell Programs [....]
3 Day Training Workshop This in-depth lecture and hands-on computer-based laboratory workshop is ideal for those bench and research scientists who have little or no bioinformatics background and are seeking a comprehensive workshop on the bioinformatics analysis of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) data, particularly DNA-seq, RNA-seq, and ChIP-seq. This workshop provides a strong foundation of [....]
Join medical device innovators, investors, universities, FDA and the rest of Maryland’s medtech community, for a full-day event to celebrate and build our medtech industry. Come for panels, breakout sessions, networking and opportunities to present your business needs, as we explore the impact and future of medtech in Maryland, opportunities to participate in federal [....]
Join us for "Mugs and Mentors" at the Guinness Brewery on Thursday, April 11th, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm! Dive into an evening of networking, mentorship, and recognition in the heart of the Biopharma industry. Connect with seasoned professionals and engage in speed networking sessions, rotating through mentor circles and discussing topics like promotions, career advancement, [....]
Join us for an exclusive panel discussion where industry experts share invaluable insights on strategies for risk mitigation, implementation, and evaluation in healthcare products. From pioneering pharmaceutical breakthroughs to cutting-edge medical devices, our panelists offer a treasure trove of knowledge to empower healthcare and life science professionals. Don't miss this opportunity to gain actionable strategies [....]
A virtual competition to celebrate good design in healthcare held on April 13, 2024. Winners show a solid understanding of the need, the people impacted, focused problem-solving, and a great real-world solution. Registration information coming soon.
Vintage Black Expo | BaltimoreThe Assembly Room 316-318 Guilford Ave | Baltimore MD 21202 The Vintage Black Expo provides an opportunity to:* Shop for vintage clothes, shoes, accessories, decor, art, music, photos, books and memorabilia from Black owned businesses.* Learn from vintage business owners and experts on how to style, sustain and cherish Black vintage [....]
We're excited to introduce the hybrid edition of the "International conference on Vaccines & Immunization", scheduled for April 15-16, 2024. This HYBRID EVENT allows you to participate as In person at Orlando, USA or Virtually from your home or workplace. Under the theme "Leading the way in Advancing Vaccine Evolution and Advancement," ICVI 2024 will [....]
Connecting with peers in your career field is essential for networking, understanding job opportunities, receiving and giving work advice, and feeling connected to the women-in-science community. Traditional evening networking meetings can often be difficult for those with young children or other caregiving responsibilities. We are thrilled to be hosting another series of Coffee Chats at different [....]
Financial health and stability are key elements in a successful startup. Meeting with our partnering local firms can help your startup avoid common tax and accounting roadblocks and pitfalls. FastForward members are encouraged to take advantage of pro bono consultations in business accounting, tax and audit practices. Virtual consultation services include an introductory advisory discussion [....]
3 Day Live Remote Training Workshop Join Bio-Trac for their 3-day workshop! The event will be on Python. Python is a popular scripting language that is used by data professionals because of its many-popular statistical libraries. The live remote three-day lecture and hands-on computer-based laboratory workshop is designed to introduce bench scientists to the powerful [....]
Join us as Chris Frew, CEO of BioBuzz Networks, sits down with Dr. Stefanie Tro, Director, Life Sciences, Maryland Department of Commerce. In this exclusive session, Dr. Trop will delve into her diverse background, encompassing cellular immunology, clinical trials, vaccines, data science, customer support, and consulting. Learn how she leverages this extensive experience to support [....]
Under the theme “Navigating the Future: Innovations in the Project Control”, the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering Saudi Arabia Conference, will provide a platform for thought leaders, influencers, industry movers to share emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to enable project managers to stay at the forefront of their respective fields and [....]
Connecting with peers in your career field is essential for networking, understanding job opportunities, receiving and giving work advice, and feeling connected to the women-in-science community. Traditional evening networking meetings can often be difficult for those with young children or other caregiving responsibilities. We are thrilled to be hosting another series of Coffee Chats at [....]
Frederick, MD will be buzzing with excitement Thursday, April 18. Join BaneBio + BioBuzz + BioBeers for an evening of life sciences networking & great conversation @ I-270 Labs. The schedule for the evening is as follows: 4:00pm - Industry Insights: Careers in Cell Therapy 5:00pm - BioBeers + Networking 5:30pm - I-270 Tours RSVP [....]
Under the theme “Navigating the Future: Innovations in the Project Control”, the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering Saudi Arabia Conference, will provide a platform for thought leaders, influencers, industry movers to share emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to enable project managers to stay at the forefront of their respective fields and [....]
Leveraging Maryland’s Competitive Advantages April 21 – 23, 2024 | Hyatt Regency, Chesapeake Bay, Cambridge, Maryland At the 2023 MEDA Annual Conference, themed ‘Harnessing Education for Economic Development,’ Governor Wes Moore highlighted Maryland’s abundant assets yet noted a need for more strategic utilization. This year, MEDA aims to expand on this discussion by delving further [....]
We are pleased to invite you to Mechanical and Mechatronics Conference, which is going to be held in Munich, Germany during April 22-24|2024, the premier international forum for the discussion of the latest developments in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering. The topics covered in this event will include Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, Mechatronics, Microelectromechanical systems, Mechatronic [....]
It is with great pleasure to invite you to attend as a Plenary Speaker at our 2nd International Conference on Vaccine Research and Development which is going to be held at Munich, Germany during April 22-24, 2024. For more details, visit our website portal: https://www.pagesconferences.com/2024/vaccines-research Key Speakers: 1. Prof. Barry T Rouse - University of [....]
Join JHTV for an insightful webinar Demystifying Reimbursement: Coding, Coverage, and Payment, led by industry expert Bill Reynolds. Attendees will learn invaluable information about how to navigate the complexities of reimbursement as they commercialization their research. WEBINAR TOPICS: Coding: How the service or procedure is identified. Coverage: Criteria by which the service or procedure is paid. Payment: Amount paid for [....]
Ask Me Anything: Careers in AutomationInterested in getting hands-on insights and help from subject matter and career experts within the industry?! Well, look no further than BioBuzz's weekly virtual Ask Me Anything series.BioBuzz is thrilled to welcome a different expert every Tuesday (from 12:05-12:50pm) as a perk of being part of our talent community. This [....]
Join Us The UpSurge Annual Meeting is a time for our community to discuss the state of the tech ecosystem, celebrate our progress, and connect with founders, investors, and partners. Event Details Date: Tuesday, April 23 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. ET Location: Rye Street Market, 301 Mission Boulevard, Baltimore, MD (Directions) Agenda Cocktails & Connections: 5:00 p.m. – [....]
This year the 4th World Congress on Pediatrics and Neonatology will take place from April 24-25, 2024 in London, UK. The World Pediatric and Neonatology co-coordinately invites all Professors, Deans, Scientists, Researchers, Research Scholars, Health experts, Delegates, Industrialists, and Students to exchange and share their experiences and research results in the field of Pediatrics and [....]
The Fulton Financial Corporation’s new Life Sciences and Technology Division will be developing innovative, disruptive initiatives in order to support the life sciences and technology industry. FastForward members are invited to schedule a 30-minute, virtual session to meet with Fulton Bank’s new division to discuss banking solutions for life sciences and technology startups.
Shake flasks are one of the most frequently used bioprocessing vessels. Especially in strain and bioprocess development for screening applications they offer a cost-effective way to achieve the necessary throughputs. However, shake flasks differ significantly from benchtop bioreactors in their design, operation, and size and present black boxes due to a lack of compatible sensor [....]
Register to attend a free NIH webinar. Attendees will learn about a new family of Proteolysis Targeting Chimeras (PROTACS) that selectively target Proviral Integration for the Moloney murine leukemia virus (PIM) kinases which have roles in cancer development and mediating resistance to radio and chemotherapy; and is overexpressed in multiple cancers. Several small molecule PIM [....]
Learn from and meet leading experts in pharmaceutical science, addressing the critical strategic advances and technical innovation in formulation, drug delivery, RNA therapeutics & inhaled therapies. The 2024 event will be opened by the highly acknowledged expert Thomas von Erlach, Chief Scientific Officer at Vivtex highlighting Drug Delivery Systems For Biologics. This is the event [....]
Spectrum Conferences takes the pleasure to invite all the participants from all over the world to attend the International Summit on Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, which will be held in Munich, Germany from April 25–27, 2024 and which will include keynote presentations, oral talks, poster presentations and exhibitions. ISIME2024 provides a platform for researchers to [....]
What's the Buzz?! The Future of Facilities Join us for an exciting event: "What's the Buzz?! The Future of Facilities." We're thrilled to welcome Ben Skowronski, Associate, Maryland Office Leader at CRB, and active member of the Chesapeake Bay Area Chapter of ISPE serving as VP and the Vendor Committee Chairman, as well as an [....]
Blackbird Labs is hosting monthly office hours at JHTV Faculty members and post-docs with therapeutics projects are invited to meet with Blackbird’s research and strategy teams to learn about the team’s work in therapeutics and discuss tech in Baltimore. Walk-ins welcome! DATE & TIME: Thursday, April 25 10am-2pm LOCATION: JHTV | 1812 Ashland Ave. First [....]
Schedule a personalized technical session with Microsoft Startups and One Commercial Partnerships team members. Every second and fourth Thursday, FastForward members have the opportunity to meet virtually and discuss: Cloud computing resources Go-to market strategies Corporate and academic partnership And more April Dates: 4/11 4/25
From the bench as a scientist running cell culture based assays to becoming a leading voice for applying Human and Organizational Performance principles and practices in biotech, John Wilkes, Senior Director for Business Excellence at Novavax will join us for a conversation to explore the role of business excellence as a professional career in biotech [....]
Join us for HopStart 2024! Current Hopkins undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral students are invited to participate in our annual business plan and pitch competition. Over several rounds of competition running from mid-February to competition day on April 26, teams will submit business plans and develop pitches for their exciting and innovative startup ideas. Teams will [....]
Join Children's National, CobiCure and JLABS in Washington, DC! This symposium is proudly produced by Children’s National Hospital, CobiCure, and JLABS @ Washington, DC. The heart-brain continuum underscores the vital connection between cardiac function and brain health. This connection is particularly critical for children with congenital heart disease (CHD), where maintaining optimal cerebral oxygenation is [....]
Join us VIRTUALLY for our Spring 2024 Spark Showcase. During this live zoom event, our special guest judges will host a Q&A session for our teams and give away prizes. This year’s Spark Showcase is split into two days due to the large number of teams in the cohort. Additionally, there will be an opportunity [....]
1-Day Training Workshop This one-day workshop is designed for research scientists who are new spatial users. This lecture and hands-on in silico laboratory workshop will provide foundational information to succeed when starting experiments; from sample preparation to data analysis, as well as provide familiarity with available assays, analysis tools, and how to work with your Single Cell [....]
The national a2 Pilot Awards competition is hosted annually by the a2 Collective and funded by the National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health, through the Artificial Intelligence and Technology Collaboratories (AITC) for Aging Research program. NIA has earmarked $40 million to fund technology demonstration projects that utilize artificial intelligence (AI) approaches and technology to improve [....]
4-Day Training Workshop Taught by leaders in the field, this 4-day class provides students with an exciting, up-to-date introduction to the field of exosomes, microvesicles, and other extracellular vesicles (EVs). Lectures cover our current understanding of the biochemistry, molecular, and cell biology of EV biogenesis and uptake, the functions and analysis of EV RNAs, and [....]
Phorum links industry leaders, emphasizing emerging technologies, specifically focusing on artificial intelligence and its profound impact on geopolitics, technology, and culture. Participants will partake in thought leadership, witness pitches from emerging companies, and foster new business opportunities and collaborations. What you’ll take away:Tech Impact on Workforce - Understand how emerging technologies affect jobs and talent. [....]
Host cell proteins (HCPs) are process-related impurities deriving from host organisms used for the expression of biological products like recombinant proteins or viral vectors. HCPs, if not adequately controlled, can present potential risks to patient safety and compromise product quality, including stability, and have been the focus of regulatory agencies and industry for years. The [....]
Join us for the 3rd annual high-stakes finale event for all Johns Hopkins University startup events Members of the Johns Hopkins student community will be competing in a closed pitch session with venture capital judges on April 30. Attendees are invited to the open session to hear the lightening pitches and can stay for the [....]
Celebrate May the Fourth at Reveille Grounds by joining our Military STEM Showcase! Let the force flow through you by winning our inaugural May the Fourth Be With You video game tournament!
