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 [....]
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 [....]
For the first time, The Baltimore Banner is bringing together our region’s most influential leaders to tackle Maryland’s biggest challenges and envision an exciting future. The immersive, one-day event brings together top voices from key industries, creating a dialogue on the issues deeply impacting our region. Featuring visionary speakers, compelling panel discussions, storytelling sessions and [....]
During this hands-on 3-D cell culturing workshop, the researcher will learn how to successfully culture primary cells, cancer cells, and epithelial cells in a 3-D format using 3-D cell culture matrices, such as Collagen I. Emphasis will be placed on setting up primary human hepatocyte spheroid and high-throughput gut-epithelium-on-a-chip cultures, visualizing their formation and growth, [....]
Gain a US perspective on the latest technologies and novel biomarkers driving forward translational research and precision medicine
Featuring 30+ presentations, the event brings together over 120 attendees from leading pharma, biotech and academic organisations designing innovative strategies and technologies for more effective cancer immunotherapy development. Expand your knowledge & discuss future priorities in: - Discovery & Development: Cell Therapies & Antibody Approaches - Biomarkers, Precision Medicine & Spatial Biology in Immuno-Oncology - [....]
Discuss the latest strategies to harness the immune system for the development of innovative therapeutics
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 [....]
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 honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, we're turning to a 2011 Pulitzer Prize winner. Join in on a discussion of The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer by Siddhartha Mukherjee.
Prospective biotechnology graduate students are invited to engage in an evening of getting to know and connecting in-person with our UMBC-Shady Grove Professional Programs community. Join us for an overview of our master’s degree options, a panel discussion with alumni from programs including biotechnology who are active in their industry, and an opportunity to interact [....]
Want to find your perfect startup soulmate? Register now for our Fall 2023 Mix Match Night! Whether you’re a startup team looking for new members or an individual looking to put your talents to good use in entrepreneurship, we’ll have a match for you! Register as a team if you’d like to table at this [....]
Follow in the paw prints of a Retriever and find out what it’s really like to be an undergraduate Translational Life Science Technology (TLST) student at UMBC-Shady Grove at Retriever for a Day. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about the TLST program and speak with Program Director Dr. Elizabeth Friar. Dr. [....]
Featuring 40+ presentations, the event brings together over 300 attendees from leading pharma, biotech and academic organisations working in the biomarker industry across multiple therapeutic areas, allowing attendees to gain insights into the latest novel biomarker data and technologies. Expand your knowledge and discuss future priorities in: - Biomarkers in Drug Discovery & Translational Sciences [....]
The NSF Mid-Atlantic I-Corps Hub is proud to present a series of activities to celebrate Hispanics in the National Innovation Network (NIN). Agenda 9:00 AM – 9:10 AM: Welcome Message: Hispanic representation in Science and Innovation 9:10 AM – 9:25 AM: Keynote Speaker: Latinos: Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America 9:25 AM – 9:35 [....]
BioSpark Virginia is a competitive live pitch event for Virginia life sciences start-ups, co-sponsored and organized by CvilleBioHub and the University of Virginia Licensing and Ventures Group (LVG). After an application process, 8 companies will be invited to deliver an eight-minute pitch before a panel of judges and an audience of life sciences investors. Participating [....]
Join CvilleBioHub for the second edition of the BioDiscovery Summit, a thrilling gathering of researchers, entrepreneurs, and life science professionals. This in-person event will take place on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. at the Irving Theater, 225 W Water St, Charlottesville, VA 22902. Get ready to dive into the world of groundbreaking discoveries [....]
Did you know: Latino-owned employer tech firms now represent 19% of the industry, outpacing non-Latino-owned employer firms, which are only 14%. Latino/a-owned tech firms represented 54% of start-ups that raised over $1 million dollars in venture funding in 2021. During this webinar, panelists will get the opportunity to explain their journey, achievements, and what they [....]
During this webinar, panelists will explain their journey, achievements, and what they found to be the best practices that helped them lead by example and forge a path of success. Learn from some of Maryland’s emerging Hispanic-owned tech firms as they share information on how they managed to be a part of these increasing percentages. So, [....]
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 [....]