Learn how to design a continuous process! Visit the PAK BioSolutions HQ in Vienna, VA just outside of Washington DC, where you will learn about system sizing, advanced controls, and PAK System operation. This is your chance to see a PAK System running, up close and in-person. Plus, enjoy touring the sites of downtown DC [....]
Join us at JLABS @ Washington, DC for the BLUE KNIGHT™ QuickPitch: Activating for the Future. Come listen to our selected finalists showcase their novel ideas that aim to enhance preparedness toward future known and unknown health threats.
This year’s Bio Innovation Conference is back to a full one-day format. Join Maryland Life Sciences, a division of the Maryland Tech Council, for our annual Bio Innovation Conference from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM on Monday, October 30, 2023 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. Created by life sciences professionals for [....]
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.
The Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research together with the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce organizes the quarterly Biotech Connector Speaker Series. This event promotes and supports the Frederick County and surrounding areas’ biotech and bioscience community and provides an inside look at local advances. Please join fellow biotech and bioscience professionals for our third [....]
Apply today to FastForward U’s accelerators! These programs help equip dedicated student entrepreneurs with tools and resources to make progress on their ventures. Spark Accelerator: Teams in the ideation/customer-discovery phase and looking to validate their core value proposition. Fuel Accelerator: Teams that have already validated their idea and are working towards implementing a pilot or [....]
Johns Hopkins innovators are invited to meet with FastForward Mentors-in-Residence AJ Donelson and Bill McNamara to discuss getting started on a path to commercialization. Johns Hopkins faculty and startup leaders will gain insight from their experience and perspectives as senior business leaders and consultants, entrepreneurs, mentors, translational fund advisors, and Johns Hopkins University alumni. Office [....]
Johns Hopkins innovators are invited to meet with Sean Tunis, MD, MSc, President of Health Technology Assessment International and FastForward Mentor in Residence to discuss the regulatory process of high-impact discoveries. Johns Hopkins faculty and startup leaders will gain insight from Dr. Tunis’ experience as a regulatory expert, entrepreneur, clinician, and mentor. Office hour sessions [....]
Are you a mission driven founder building innovative, sustainable, and scalable solutions, right here in Baltimore? Stop by our information session and learn more about the Social Innovation Lab Accelerator Program! The six-month program supports early-stage, mission-driven ventures creating change and opportunity in Baltimore and beyond. During the session, we’ll share a few important things: [....]
Registration is open for the 2023 Technology Showcase, the annual event highlighting how potential industry partners can work with the NCI and Frederick National Laboratory (FNL). You can choose to attend either in-person at the Frederick National Laboratory or online.
The Frederick County Office of Economic Development and the City of Frederick Department of Economic Development, along with event sponsor Matan Companies, invite you to a casual evening of networking with others in the biotech industry.
Come to FastForward U to learn about all things FFU, meet the FastForward U staff, learn about our programs (including the MakerSpace), discover your chance to win funding to help your startup idea, network, make new friends and eat free pizza! Please note: this event is restricted to current JHU affiliates: students, faculty, or staff. [....]
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 [....]
Please join us on Thursday, September 7th from 6-8pm for our bioscience-focused networking event series designed to highlight the area’s unique life science ecosystem and to promote interactions between its diverse stakeholders.
Sponsored and organized by the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), the Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (IBBR) – a joint partnership between the University of Maryland and NIST – and the Universities at Shady Grove, the event will bring together scientists from academia, government, and industry for an evening of science, networking, and socializing. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Milos Miljković, Chief Medical Officer, Cartesian Therapeutics where he will present “Pioneering RNA cell therapy for autoimmunity and cancer.”
This in-person evening event will consist of a networking social with refreshments followed by a talk at the Biomedical Sciences and Engineering (BSE) Education Facility at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville. Free parking is available in Lot 2 adjacent to the BSE (Building IV) as well as street parking. The solar panel lot directly in front of IBBR is also available for overflow. Please click here for an interactive map.
Registration is free but required.
An intensive 2-day meeting that delves into the latest in advancements in FAIR data, data analytics, AI and machine learning technologies in pharma, as well as latest advancements in the adoption of innovative & digital health technologies, high-performance medicine and digital biomarkers.
This four day program is divided into a two-day symposium with lectures presented by world class scientists in the field of immuno-oncology and with representation by all the main multiplex platforms for IO (Akoya Biosciences Phenoptics, Cell IDx, CODEX, CyTOF, MIBI, Ultivue), and two days of hands-on workshop laboratory performing a real multiplex immunofluorescence staining [....]
Johns Hopkins innovators are invited to meet with Richard Hughen, CEO of Linshom and FastForward Mentor-in-Residence to discuss market assessments, commercialization, and funding for medical devices. Johns Hopkins faculty and startup leaders will gain insight from Hughen’s experience working with Fortune 500 companies in the medical device industry in addition to creating and exiting two [....]
Explore spatial research: from the application of spatial technologies in biology through to topical updates from spatial genomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics and spatial bioinformatics Expand your knowledge and discuss future priorities in: - Spatial Multi Omics Techniques & Approaches - Applications of Spatial Research & Technologies in Biology - Spatial Biology in Pharma & Translational Drug [....]
NanoString Technologies is returning to take over The Academy of Natural Sciences! We invite you to an afternoon filled with presentations and discussions all about the future of spatial biology. Join us at our free event and network with spatial biology experts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. Guest [....]
A Special Full-Day Conference for Life Science, Design, and Real Estate Professionals
Supported by TEDCO and MD Commerce, Maryland Defense Technology Commercialization (DefTech) Center is promoting the use of defense technologies by commercial businesses. Each month, TEDCO’s DefTech team hosts open Office Hours to answer questions about DefTech membership and services. To learn more about how DefTech can help Maryland businesses grow, join us on the second Tuesday [....]
In this webinar, the featured speaker will highlight the path to process efficiency and risk mitigation, in compliance with Annex 1 for the design and control of biomanufacturing facilities, along with a plan for integrating the Contamination Control Strategy (CCS). Contamination control plays a pivotal role in safeguarding biomanufacturing processes, and the revised Annex 1 [....]
Learn how to work with Thermo Fisher Scientific through virtual office hour sessions. Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science by providing an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support, through five premier brands: Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services. Available only to FastForward [....]
Join RNA leaders, experts and distinguished scientists in Europe, delivering breakthrough research, technologies & connecting global pharma, biotech and academia for high-level discussions on the latest innovations within the formulation and delivery of RNA-based therapeutics.
Join oligo leaders, experts and distinguished scientists in Europe, delivering breakthrough research, technologies & connecting global pharma, biotech and academia for high-level discussions on the latest innovations within the oligonucleotides chemistry & therapeutics development.
AI in Healthcare: Opportunities & PitfallsDoors open: 4 PMPanel: 4:30 - 5:15 PMNetworking: 5:15 - 6 PM Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. On our phones, in our cars, and yes –even in healthcare. But what’s the real deal with AI in healthcare? How is it going to impact how we deliver medicine? Will doctors be [....]
The Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (IBBR) invites you to participate in the Second Annual Early Career Symposium at IBBR: Structure-Function Relationship of Biomolecules on September 14, 2023 from 8:30am-6:00pm at our facility in Rockville, Maryland. This year's symposium builds on the success of our inaugural symposium last year that was attended by 150 [....]
BioBuzz will behind the bar for Innovation on Tap that evening as well. Stop by and say "Hi!" to Celebrity Bartender Chris Frew, Chief Engagement Officer, BioBuzz.
On Thursday, September 14th, QIAGEN will be hosting a happy hour scientific event at the Fullsteam Boxyard RTP Brewery. Join us for food, drinks, science chats, and network with local Nucleate chapters from Duke and UNC. Visit our showcases of different application solutions, attend informative seminar talks, and connect with QIAGEN experts.
Take the stage. Meet your next partner. Win $50K in prizes. Achieve more in space! Enter your top technology to the Space Innovation Challenge by September 15. Finalists will pitch their solutions to an audience of technology integrators, funders, federal government, and corporate partners who will award $50,000 to five winners. Challenge organizers have specifically [....]
HopHacks is a 36-hour annual, student-led Hackathon held at the Johns Hopkins University that encourages engineers, designers, and entrepreneurs to explore new ideas and create new applications. Teams of up to four university students gather together and work on projects from scratch. At the end of the hackathon, teams present their projects to judges and [....]
This exceptional in-person Spatial Biology event consists of a two-day symposium and a one-day hands-on in silico based laboratory workshop. The symposium features esteemed experts from pathology, spatial biology, multiplex immunofluorescence, artificial intelligence, and translational medicine to explore the latest advancements in the field. Focused on predictive and prognostic models, this gathering offers captivating presentations [....]
National Association of Academy of Sciences STEM Educational Conference "This Event Will Inspire the Next Generation of Innovators" Alexandria, VA - The National Association of Academies of Science (NAAS) will be hosting aSTEM EDUCATION CONFERENCE and FUNDRAISER to inspire the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders on September 16, 2023, 1-5 pm, at The [....]
About the Event Join us for the 9th Annual BioHealth Capital Region Forum on September 19th and 20th, 2023, at US Pharmacopeia (USP) located at 12601 Twinbrook Pkwy, Rockville, MD 20850. This year, we are excited to announce that the Forum will be an entirely in-person event, responding to the feedback of our stakeholders. The [....]
Exclusive Live Music, Food, Cocktails, and Networking following Day #2 of PDA/FDA Conference - Limited Tickets.
Cell Therapy Analytics Online Symposium 2023 encompasses novel characterisation techniques & robust analytical tools to ensure safe, quality therapeutic cell products are advanced through to the clinic.
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 [....]
Are you a non-member of WIB looking to hear more about the benefits of membership? Or are you a current member of the Capital Region chapter looking to get more involved with upcoming events? If you belong to either one of these groups, be sure to join us for our Virtual Town Hall and Info [....]
CASSS DC Discussion Group is hosting a panel discussion on the role of platform technologies in biotherapeutic development: After the rapid development of COVID vaccines and biotherapeutics, industry members and regulators are turning to platforms as a means to facilitate accelerated development and time to market. This is not to say that platforms are new [....]
Fuel your business's growth & connections at our Business & Breakfast Networking event on Sep 21, 2023. Join us for a powerful morning! 1. Strategic Connections: Expand your network with like-minded professionals, uncovering fresh insights and collaborations. 2. Business Opportunities: Forge partnerships, gain referrals, and access new markets, boosting your revenue potential. 3. Learning & Growth: Share experiences, learn from others, [....]
Rally your employees and colleagues for an afternoon of friendly competition, networking, team building, fundraising and good food and drink. Meet our nonprofit partners and hear about their impactful fight against poverty in Philadelphia. All funds raised support our grantmaking efforts in support of our nonprofit partners. Compete for bragging rights in categories like Most Holes in One, Best Outfits, Best Team Names & Worst Score!
Join LaunchBio’s Founders Circle event exclusively for Founders and C-level executives of life science startups. This peer advisory forum is facilitated by industry experts and investment professionals. Founders Circle events center on business challenges that all early-stage life science companies face. Our peer learning environment encourages sharing of experiences and open discussion of innovative strategies [....]
Artificial Intelligence: Where are the opportunities, and what are the threats over the next decade or two? This speaker event offers an opportunity for students to learn from alumni and industry professionals on the future of AI, and how that will impact their job search and the work of tech professionals in the future. Contact [....]
Join us virtually on September 26 at 12 p.m. ET to learn more about the various types of cell and gene therapies available on the market and good manufacturing practice (GMP) considerations that need to be addressed for autologous therapies (like CAR-T cells) and their manufacture and distribution to patients.
Please join the Center for Breakthrough Medicines and the Emily Whitehead Foundation's 3rd annual Partnership for Patients event! At age five, Emily Whitehead developed an aggressive form of Leukemia. When mainstream treatments failed, a revolutionary cancer treatment called CAR-T cell therapy saved her life. Emily was the first child in the world to have her [....]
The Nucleus Awards celebrate leaders fostering a more innovative, collaborative, and equitable future
Life Sciences Future, the largest annual gathering of the life sciences community on the east coast, is the conference for all stakeholders of the life sciences ecosystem - biopharma, medtech, academic research, hospitality, legal, financial, real estate communities and more. Conference features include partnering, plenary sessions of broad interest, and focused sessions on timely topics and [....]
A chance to pitch to an investor or potential partner is a golden opportunity for a biotech startup. It’s also a pressure-packed moment where every minute counts. No matter how great your product or company may be or how valuable your solution may prove to be for patients, you and your team need to convey [....]
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.
The Technology Transfer Society – Washington D.C. Chapter will be offering an Introduction to Technology Transfer and Commercialization Fall 2023 course in conjunction with Montgomery College. The course will be given in a hybrid format to allow for both virtual and in-person attendance. This course is intended to provide students with an overview of the [....]
The I-Corps program is an immersive learning experience developed by the National Science Foundation for researchers, faculty, students, and others to determine if the problem they are working to solve exists on a larger scale in the market. To date, more than 200 teams have engaged directly with Johns Hopkins I-Corps program which challenges participants to [....]
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 September Dates: 9/14 9/28
