Weekly Roundup – April 7, 2022 

Cybrexa Therapeutics co-founder Dr. Ranjit Bindra talks about the story behind his success in the latest edition of Stores Behind the Science, a BioCT video series. As an active biotech entrepreneur, he has founded five companies based on work from his laboratory, including Cybrexa Therapeutics, which is now in Phase I clinical trials. You can watch the video here.

To see more videos from the series, check out the BioCT Video Library.

Cybrexa Therapeutics is an oncology-focused platform technology company that enables antigen-independent targeting of tumors and metastases with deep tissue penetration for small molecule anti-cancer drugs. They’re passionate about bringing new treatment options to help more cancer patients live longer, more fulfilling lives.

Join BioCT for the first annual ‘State of the Life Science Industry’ to learn firsthand about the outstanding growth of the sector from industry insiders and state leaders. Taking place on Day 1 of the Yale Innovation Summit, May 17th, please register now if you have not already.

The full agenda can be seen here, including moderators and panelists.

Summit Day 1, May 17

2:00PM – Registration Opens

3:00PM – Summit Opening Remarks and Welcome

• Josh Geballe, Senior Associate Provost for Entrepreneurship & Innovation, Yale University
• Mayor Justin Elicker, City of New Haven

State of the Life Sciences Industry: Hosted by BioCT & Sponsored by JP Morgan

• Dawn Hocevar, President & CEO, BioCT

3:15PM – Panel 1: State & Industry Support

4:00PM – Panel 2: Why Connecticut?

4:45PM – Closing Remarks by Governor Ned Lamont

5:00PM – Opening Day Reception

Bioscience Careers Forum 

Friday, April 8 9:00 am – 2:30 pm

Connecticut Shaping the Future of Healthcare: The Role of Innovation in Rapid Technology Development: get perspectives from the industry leaders, learn about exciting career and educational opportunities… 

Career Possibilities Panel & Speed Networking: Portfolio Strategy, Business Development, Tech Transfer – Hosted by WEST

Wednesday, April 13 6:15 pm – 7:45 pm

In the world of business, careers are no longer linear or predictable. What was once a clearly sign-posted path as you progressed through milestones, a career road map is now circuitous presenting new…

Yale Startups in Formation: Challenges & Opportunities in Retinal Gene Therapy 

Thursday, April 14 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm

With approximately 1.3 billion people living with some form of vision impairment, sight-restoring therapy for the visually impaired and blind is a major unmet medical need. Ocular gene therapy is a rational choice for…

De-Risking Biotech: Fundraising Diligence for Angels, Seed Ventures, Friends & Family – Hosted by ABCT 

Tuesday, April 19 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

The due diligence process helps investors assess level of risk of their investment into your startup. However, investors have different levels of risk tolerance, experience, and areas of focus. So how is a founding…