The Roundup – February 9, 2023

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February 9, 2023
Senator Chris Murphy recently announced Modifi Bio as “Innovator of the Month” for January. Murphy said, “Modifi Bio is completely rethinking oncology treatment by directly modifying the DNA of cancer cells. It’s a trailblazing approach, and I look forward to seeing their continued growth in the state.”Read the full story here.
BioCT welcomes new member RIGImmune

RIGImmune is a platform preclinical biopharmaceutical startup that was founded in early 2020 out of Yale University. We are developing a new class of therapeutic oligonucleotides called stem loop RNAs (SLRs) that work by selectively activating a protein called retinoic acid inducible gene I (RIG-I). RIG-I acts a surveillance system recognizing common molecular features of RNA viruses, and when activated triggers the innate immune response.
Yale Innovation Summit Early Bird Registration Now Open!
May 31 – June 1, 2023The Yale Innovation Summit will convene innovators across Yale, New Haven, and beyond for 2 days of impactful conversations, purposeful networking, and lessons of leadership.

This year’s theme, Expanding Impact, reflects the momentum of the Yale and Connecticut entrepreneurial ecosystem and the Summit’s growth to now include tracks across more areas of groundbreaking innovation including arts, biotech, climate, health, and technology.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Investors interested in Yale and Connecticut startups
  • Corporate and industry partners
  • Yale College, graduate, and professional students
  • Yale faculty and postdoctoral researchers
  • Innovation partners in New Haven and beyond
Join Michael A. Invernale, PhD, an entrepreneur and SBIR/STTR expert, this February 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, February 8, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. – University of Connecticut (Storrs)
Wednesday, February 8, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. – Albertus Magnus College
Wednesday, February 8, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. – Quinnipiac University
Thursday, February 16, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. – University of Connecticut (Stamford)
Thursday, February 16, 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. – University of Bridgeport

Patent Eligible Subject Matter in the Life Sciences – Hosted by UConn TCS 

TODAY, February 9, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

This presentation will focus on patent eligibility issues in the life sciences. The discussion will cover the process for analyzing patent eligibility and interpreting 35 USC 101. Speakers: Bryan Zerhusen and Nicholas Herrel

CCSU Spring All Majors Career & Internship Fair 

Tuesday, February 14, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

With the holidays behind us, spring recruitment is just around the corner! Registration is now open for the Spring 2023 CCSU All Majors Career & Internship Fair. *Secure your spot now to connect with and recruit students and alumni from all field and industries seeking…

Cyclica Academic Partnership Program (CAPP) – Hosted by UConn TCS 

Tuesday, February 14, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Cyclica Academic Partnership Program (CAPP) connects academic labs and faculties with Cyclica’s AI-augmented drug discovery platform through in-kind use, while sharing both risks and benefits.Together with academic partners, Cyclica unlocks the therapeutic…

Collaborative Connecticut 

Thursday, February 16, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

A casual monthly networking event for the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem. All members of the innovation & entrepreneurship ecosystem are welcome. Inclusion is key. Please join us!

Career Possibilities Panel & Speed Networking – Hosted by WEST

Thursday, February 16, 6:00 pm – 7:30 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 challenges and opportunities at every bend. Life-long careers…