Biocom’s 5th Annual Global Life Science Partnering Conference is an exclusive global partnering and networking forum that brings together senior executives and business development professionals from leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies. The conference will include case study presentations, panel discussions on relevant topics with senior industry leaders, individual company presentations, one-on-one meetings, and numerous networking … Continue reading “Biocom’s Global Life Sciences Partnering Conference”
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Biocom Annual “Celebration of Life” Dinner
This year’s “Celebration of Life” Dinner highlights the research being done with dolphins by the National Marine Mammal Foundation. The special guest speaker is Dr. Rudolph E. Tanzi, one of the ten most-highly cited researchers in Alzheimer’s disease. Tanzi is currently spearheading the Alzheimer’s Genome Project. More information and online registration is here.
From Laboratory to Leadership
From Laboratory to Leadership turns science-minded managers into capable business leaders. This four-day program provides core management skills in key areas: Creating productive teams; communicating goals and expectations; Running effective meetings; resolving conflicts and reducing stress by deeper understanding of workplace personalities and work styles; Maximizing limited resources; delegating with confidence; Conducting performance reviews and … Continue reading “From Laboratory to Leadership”
2014 Bioscience Vision Summit
From the event organizer: “Join BioForward for a day of Growth by Association. Participate in many engaging sessions on emerging trends and growth opportunities in Wisconsin’s unique life sciences community. Network with suppliers and national industry professionals and post-docs throughout the day and at the closing reception.” For the full lineup of speakers, who include … Continue reading “2014 Bioscience Vision Summit”
Michigan Private Equity Conference
The University of Michigan’s Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies and Center for Venture Capital and Private Equity Finance host this annual conference, which serves to highlight relevant topics at both the national and state level. This year, Detroit Emergency Manager Kevyn Orr and Miller Buckfire director Ken Buckfire will deliver keynote speeches. For more … Continue reading “Michigan Private Equity Conference”
Mobile Monday Detroit: Mobile in Transportation
The monthly meet-up will explore mobile technology’s impact on transportation. Speakers include Sue Zielinski from University of Michigan; Tim Yerdon, vice president of design, marketing and connected Services, Visteon; Matt Webb, senior project manager, M-1 Rail/HNTB; and Brad Ridenour, director of business development – automotive solution practice, Lochbridge (formerly Compuware Professional Services). For details and … Continue reading “Mobile Monday Detroit: Mobile in Transportation”
The Healthcare Summit 2014
The healthcare transformation is in full swing. Though the ultimate payoffs, namely better care and better economics, have yet to be realized, the building blocks are quickly falling into place: increasingly sophisticated data and analysis tools in the hands of researchers and physicians, powerful healthcare apps and wearable devices in the hands of consumers, and … Continue reading “The Healthcare Summit 2014”
Urban Entrepreneurship Symposium
The Urban Entrepreneurship Symposium will focus on the challenges and opportunities associated with solving urban problems through entrepreneurship. To register, click here.
Fireside Chat with Kickstarter Founder
Starter Talks presents this fireside chat with Charles Adler, the co-founder of Kickstarter. Stick around after the talk to network with Adler and other attendees. For details, click here.
SE Wisconsin Biotech Networking Event
From the event organizer: “The biotechnology industry in Wisconsin is diverse and complementary, and yet so few of us are aware of the opportunities, services, and intellect located just a few miles away. Come out and meet the people who are changing the life science industry in southeastern Wisconsin during the inaugural biotech networking event … Continue reading “SE Wisconsin Biotech Networking Event”
Doyenne Fall Retreat 2014
From the event organizer: “The Doyenne Retreat is a weekend-long, strategic planning workshop for women-led startups. The retreat is a opportunity for you and your team to escape the day-to-day routine and focus on developing your next strategic move. And, you do this with intense feedback and guidance from mentors and peers who are experiencing … Continue reading “Doyenne Fall Retreat 2014”
Best Shot Strategy Workshop and Pitch Competition
The MidMichigan Innovation Center hosts this sales strategy workshop and pitch competition open to any entrepreneur or business owner. The winning pitch receives a free six-month membership to MidMichigan Innovation Center, plus free business development services donated by local companies. For more information, click here.
Innovate the Hood: How to Win at the Tech Game
Join rap legend MC Hammer and Digital Undivided founder Kathryn Finney for a night of food, drink, tech ideas, and discussion about the future of black entrepreneurship. The event is free and open to the public. For details and registration, click here.
Drug & Device Development: Wisconsin Innovation Symposium
From the event organizer: “This symposium will provide insight into the changing landscape of pharmaceutical development and healthcare innovation. Presenters will describe available resources in Southeast Wisconsin to help researchers develop and commercialize drug leads two different ways, via licensing or the formation of a spinout company. Plenary and breakout sessions will bring together academic … Continue reading “Drug & Device Development: Wisconsin Innovation Symposium”
NIH Funding for Technology Commercialization
From the event organizer: “Each year, the NIH awards over $700 million to small business with high-risk, high-innovation technologies with strong commercialization potential. Is your technology the right fit to break into this enormous source of funding? At this workshop, you’ll learn about the NIH’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer … Continue reading “NIH Funding for Technology Commercialization”
NewCo Detroit
For the second year, Detroit’s startups and innovative companies will open their doors to conference attendees: Fifty-six host companies across several Detroit neighborhoods have signed up to deliver 58 presentations designed specifically for the NewCo audience. For details and registration, click here.
DASH Conference
Jacobs Media and Radio INK host this conference dedicated to connected car “audiotainment.” The event features lots of breakout sessions, and speakers include Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association; Chris Ruff, CEO of UIEvolution; and Geoff Snyder, vice president of automotive business development at Pandora. For more information and registration, click … Continue reading “DASH Conference”
Advanced Manufacturing Career Exploration Workshop
Comau and Automation Workz are hosting this event to help students in grades 9-12 learn more about career opportunities in skilled labor and advanced manufacturing. Attendees will tour a fully automated factory, receive an introduction to the industrial Internet and new advanced manufacturing jobs that don’t require a bachelor’s degree, participate in a series of … Continue reading “Advanced Manufacturing Career Exploration Workshop”
Entrepalooza Symposium
The University of Michigan’s Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies hosts this annual event, which includes panel presentations by leaders in the local entrepreneurial and venture capital community providing expert advice on topics such as “Innovating in Corporations” and “Pathways to Entrepreneurship.” Speakers include Rob Pelinka, founder and CEO of Landmark Sports Agency; Tyler Paxton, … Continue reading “Entrepalooza Symposium”
Xconomy Xchange: Boston’s Life Science Disruptors
Every life sciences startup aims to shake up the industry, to go from the lab bench to Wall Street with the backing of all the big-name investors. Unfortunately, it takes much more than just a disruptive scientific idea to get there, which is why so many fledgling companies never make it to the IPO queue, … Continue reading “Xconomy Xchange: Boston’s Life Science Disruptors”
Texas Big Data conference
Join Austin Technology Council members and other private and public sector data leaders for executive-level presentations and discussions on the impact big data and government data transparency will have on new business formation, customer insight, market development, and predictive analytics that were science fiction only a few years ago. To register, click here.
Madison+ Ruby 2014
From the event organizer: “Madison+ Ruby conference is more than a typical one-track conference. We’re committed to bringing together two great communities by showcasing the assets of the local Ruby community and allowing Madison visitors a chance to experience one of the best, brainiest, and least expensive places in the United States to live and … Continue reading “Madison+ Ruby 2014”
Washington State Biomedical Device Summit
Venkat Rajan, medical devices industry manager with Frost & Sullivan, will keynote a conference focusing on new technologies, device security and safety, and other challenges and opportunities for the region’s medical device makers. The event also highlights the Biomedical Manufacturing Innovation Zone in Bothell, WA, where it is being held. The cost is $75 with … Continue reading “Washington State Biomedical Device Summit”
The Eighth Annual John G. Watson Quick Pitch Competition
What was last year’s Seventh Annual San Diego Tech Coast Angels Quick Pitch Competition is this year’s Eighth Annual John G. Watson Quick Pitch Competition. A group of finalists who are entrepreneurs and startup founders will present two-minute pitches to an expert panel of judges, with several hundred people sitting in the audience. Finalists will … Continue reading “The Eighth Annual John G. Watson Quick Pitch Competition”
MongoDB Days Seattle
This one-day conference is geared for software developers and architects using MongoDB database technology. It costs $149, with a $50 discount for early registrations. More information is available here.
Bellevue College Continuing Education Certificates
Prospective students can learn about Bellevue College‘s 15 new continuing education certificates—in areas such as mobile application development, cloud computing architecture, and project management—at an open house Monday, Aug. 25. More details are available here.
Julio Palmaz Award for Innovation in Healthcare
The 9th annual Julio Palmaz Award for Innovation in Healthcare dinner in San Antonio.
Life sciences funding bootcamp
BioAustin and St. David’s Healthcare System are hosting a workshop on funding options and strategies for biotech companies presented by Life Science Nation. This is a free event but to attend, please contact Bruce Leander at BioAustin at [email protected].
Java @ The Junction
Tifani Sadek of Sadek Legal Services will discuss the five huge legal mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to avoid them. For details, click here.
Tech Talks: Life Hacking
Bring your lunch for an informal discussion, hosted by Bizdom, about current technologies with Scott Lowe, co-founder of Castle.
MichBio Expo
The largest gathering of bioscience professionals in Michigan is in its 10th year and includes keynote speeches, exhibits, plenary sessions, manufacturer and supplier forum, networking, and more. To learn more, click here.
2014 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa: Public Forum
The Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa includes a public forum and reception. The featured speaker this year is Carl June, the Richard W. Vague Professor in Immunotherapy at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine. The Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa is a three-day conference bringing together senior executives and top decision-makers … Continue reading “2014 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa: Public Forum”
2014 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa: 9th Annual Scientific Symposium
The Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa is a one-day conference attended by leading researchers and clinical experts from around the globe. More information and online registration is here. The scientific symposium is preceded by a stem cell industry partnering forum, organized as a separate, two-day event held Oct. 7-8 as part of the Stem … Continue reading “2014 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa: 9th Annual Scientific Symposium”
2014 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa: 4th Annual Partnering Forum
The Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa partnering forum is a two-day event that brings together top executives in regenerative medicine. It is dedicated solely to facilitating connections in this sector. The 9th Annual Scientific Symposium has been organized as a separate, one-day event held Oct. 9 as part of the Stem Cell Meeting on … Continue reading “2014 Stem Cell Meeting on the Mesa: 4th Annual Partnering Forum”
Connect’s 2014 Most Innovative New Product Awards
Connect’s largest and most-prestigious awards event attracts more than 700 of the region’s top business leaders, researchers, and capital providers, and is being staged this year as an evening event. With more than 100 companies competing in a rigorous judging process, Connect’s annual Most Innovative (New) Product Awards (MIP) ceremony is to San Diego’s innovation … Continue reading “Connect’s 2014 Most Innovative New Product Awards”
SDEE August Meetup: Technology Transfer for Startups
The San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange (SDEE) is hosting this panel discussion on how life sciences startups can maximize value by working with a tech transfer office to address such questions as: How does technology transfer play a role in San Diego startups? Is there a perfect model for licensing from universities and non-profits? How to … Continue reading “SDEE August Meetup: Technology Transfer for Startups”
Biocom Institute: Drug Development Primer
Drug Development Primer is a two-day, intensive course focused on the regulatory, commercial, and scientific considerations required to bring a drug successfully to market. Discussion points feature both small molecule and biologic products. Post-approval commercial considerations and risk management are also discussed. Numerous case studies are used to illustrate the decision-making process companies must use, … Continue reading “Biocom Institute: Drug Development Primer”
Biocom September Breakfast Meetup: The A-Z on Medical Device Startups
Biocom has invited experts in medical devices from GE Ventures, Index Ventures, Tigris Ventures, and Acutus Medical to discuss the business strategies needed to commercialize important medical device technologies. More information and online registration is here.
Biocom DeviceFest 2014
This day-long conference on medical devices and diagnostics focuses on the latest developments in reimbursement, regulatory issues, deal structuring, commercialization and connected health. The event is being held in Carlsbad this year. More information and online registration is here. RSVP by noon on Aug. 27. More information and online registration is here.
8th Annual Algae Biomass Summit
The Algae Biomass Organization (ABO), the trade association for the algae industry, is hosting the 8th Annual Algae Biomass Summit. San Diego is a major hub for algae research, commercialization and entrepreneurial activity—and the first day includes an all-day tour of renewable energy and algae facilities in Imperial County. The conference agenda includes presentations on … Continue reading “8th Annual Algae Biomass Summit”
4th Annual U.S. Solar Market Insight Conference
The U.S. Solar Market Insight Conference presents data, analysis, and expert forecasts on the U.S. solar market. This is the only event exclusively underpinned by the Solar Market Insight report series produced by GTM Research and the Solar Energy Industries Association. Half-day pre-conference begins on Monday, Dec. 8. More information and online registration is here. … Continue reading “4th Annual U.S. Solar Market Insight Conference”
National University Speaker Series: Come Hear Talk, Stay for Padres Game
Don Czechowicz, Project Leader with the Energy and Advanced Concept Groups at San Diego-based General Atomics will talk about innovations in remotely operated aircraft like the Predator, electromagnetic systems, airborne sensors, and other topics. The lecture is part of National University’s Speaker Series. A ticket includes one free admission to the Padres-Atlanta game following the … Continue reading “National University Speaker Series: Come Hear Talk, Stay for Padres Game”
FutureM 2014
Info and registration here. MITX’s FutureM brings together marketing and technology innovators to contemplate and celebrate the future of Marketing. FutureM is about integrating traditional marketing, digital marketing, R&D, product development, and all other parts of an organization that impact customer engagement and purchasing decisions.
The First International Conference on Genomics, Traits & Business
From the event site: The First International Conference on Genomics, Traits and Business aims to bring together leaders from the AgBiotech and seed industry, the bioenergy and biomaterials industry, and the scientific communities connected with these industries. The conference will create a unique opportunity to discuss in depth the issues that shape these industries. Leading … Continue reading “The First International Conference on Genomics, Traits & Business”
NCTA’s NC Tech Tour – Asheville Stop
From the event site: The NC Tech Tour is an initiative of the North Carolina Technology Association (NCTA) to highlight both the statewide impact of the Association and the vibrancy of the tech sector. Along with Headliner Sponsor Cherry Bekaert, NCTA will travel from the mountains to the coast visiting with members, connecting with partners … Continue reading “NCTA’s NC Tech Tour – Asheville Stop”
CED’s Tech Venture Conference: The Internet of (Every)thing
From the event site: As an entrepreneur, it’s not easy to separate yourself from the pack…it takes determination, laser focus, and a whole lot of heart. For those who rise above, new challenges inevitably arise to stay relevant and scale against the odds. For 30 years, CED has led the way in connecting NC entrepreneurs … Continue reading “CED’s Tech Venture Conference: The Internet of (Every)thing”
28th Annual Plant Molecular Biology Retreat
From the event organizers: The PMB Retreat is a weekend-long event held at the beginning of each academic year. The program is designed to highlight the research activities of new consortium members – academic and corporate scientists – and to introduce these members to North Carolina’s community of plant molecular biologists. The program includes research … Continue reading “28th Annual Plant Molecular Biology Retreat”
North Carolina Technology Association (NCTA) Emerging Tech + Trends, Triangle
Join the North Carolina Technology Association (NCTA) for Emerging Tech + Trends: An NCTA Series. The topic is still in development. Sentinel Data Centers will be moderating the panel. For more information and to register for this event, click here.
Triangle Startup Weekend 2014 – Health
From the event site: Ever wondered what it takes to be a healthcare entrepreneur? Want to impact healthcare IT, wearables, med devices, CRO’s or life sciences? Startup Weekend is a global grassroots movement of active and empowered entrepreneurs who are learning the basics of founding startups and launching successful ventures. It is the largest community … Continue reading “Triangle Startup Weekend 2014 – Health”
Accelerating Genomics: How New Startups Are Enabling Clinical Genomics
The San Diego region has long been a leading hub for genome sequencing and molecular diagnostics. Now these technologies are moving genomics beyond pure R&D applications. Initial commercial applications for clinical use include non-invasive prenatal testing and genome sequencing of tumors in cancer diagnostics. However, this evolution of genomic medicine has led to new bottlenecks … Continue reading “Accelerating Genomics: How New Startups Are Enabling Clinical Genomics”