The Roundup – April 6, 2023

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April 6, 2023
Many members of the BioCT Government Affairs Committee spoke at the Legislative Bioscience Caucus‘s April 4th meeting. A full video of the meeting is available here. Check it out and learn more about the hard work going on to support the life sciences at the state level.
Join Michael A. Invernale, PhD, an entrepreneur and SBIR/STTR expert, this April as he hosts VIRTUAL office hours to advise small businesses and entrepreneurs seeking SBIR/STTR resources, training and assistance.

This is a complimentary service, sponsored by CTNext, an organization that develops programs and funding to help businesses grow in Connecticut.

Book a virtual 20-minute appointment via the links below:

Wednesday, April 12, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. – University of Connecticut (Storrs)
Wednesday, April 12, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. – Albertus Magnus College
Wednesday, April 12, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. – Quinnipiac University
Thursday, April 20, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. – University of Connecticut (Stamford)
Thursday, April 20, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. – University of Bridgeport
Looking for lab or office space? The Commons has three private labs and three offices currently open.New Haven Innovation Labs currently has space available in the bench lab. Additional onsite services include a vivarium and a variety of technical services.

Reach out to to Kim Kelly to learn more!
This year’s Bioscience Careers Forum (BCF) is taking place on April 14 at The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine with a NEW networking session running from 3:15pm – 4:15pm.

• Get perspectives on future trends from industry leaders.
• Learn about exciting career and educational opportunities in bioscience, technology, and related business ventures.
• Develop tools for landing a job and networking skills for professional development.

The event will feature introductions by legislative and academic leaders in Connecticut, talks by pioneers in the biosciences within the state, and a keynote with Dr. Lon Cardon.

To register, please click here.

Tools for Accelerated Medical Innovation – Hosted by UConn TCS 

Tuesday, April 11, 2:00 – 3:00 pm

When developing technologies to solve medical problems, often one encounters significant hurdles, that at times seem insurmountable. Overcoming these hurdles requires new ways of thinking. One approach is to turn to nature for inspiration. Millions and millions of years…

Navigating Risk: Strategies for Successful Risk Management – Hosted by CLA  

Thursday, April 13, 2:00 – 3:00 pm

This webinar will discuss how organizational resiliency can be a competitive advantage. An organization well positioned for managing risk can increase opportunities and diminish disruptions. Managing risk correctly can help lead to operational efficiency, enhanced…

The Bioscience Careers Forum: Co-hosted by The Jackson Laboratory, Southern Connecticut State University, BioPath, Connecticut State Colleges & Universities 

Friday, April 14, 12:00 – 5:00 pm

This year’s Bioscience Careers Forum (BCF) is taking place at The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine with a networking session running from 3:15pm – 4:15pm. Get perspectives on future trends from industry leaders. Learn about exciting career and…

Register Now! 

Collaborative Connecticut 

Thursday, April 20, 4:30 – 6:30 pm

A casual monthly networking event. All members of the innovation & entrepreneurship ecosystem are welcome. Sponsored by ABCT and FirstFounder.