The Roundup – January 23, 2025
 

January 23, 2025

Welcome to BioCT’s weekly roundup! Read on for the latest industry news, resources, and opportunities.

 

 
 

Member News

 

 

 
 

More Industry News

 

 
 

Welcome to our new member, Grace.

Grace’s Fine Chemical Manufacturing Services (FCMS) is a small molecule CDMO, differentiated by extensive expertise and the ability to provide integrated solutions to the pharma and fine chemical industries.

Grace operates as a fully integrated domestic partner for the development and manufacture of registered starting materials (RSMs), intermediates, and custom active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). They can partner from the lab to commercial production and provide compliance leadership throughout the process.  Contact George Gonzalez, Senior Manager, Regional Marketing, to discuss your needs.

 

 
 

BioCT Legislative Breakfast

 

 
 

Join us on Jan 27 for BioCT’s flagship annual event bringing together life science executives with key legislators to prepare for the 2025 legislative session.

We are pleased to announce that Governor Ned Lamont will be a keynote speaker in addition to Commissioner Dan O’Keefe. All four chairs of the Bioscience Caucus will close the meeting.

View the full event agenda here. 

 

 
 

Reserve your spot. Registration closes Friday, January 24, at 8am ET.
**For security purposes, all event attendees must be pre-registered. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated.**

Thank you to our generous sponsors:

 

 
 

Tickets are discounted for BioCT members. If you are unsure if your organization is a member, please reach out to Kelley Gipson at kgipson@bioct.org.

 

 
 

 

 

 
 

Investment Outlook Breakfast with Ari Jacobs, Aon’s Global Head of Investments

Gain exclusive insights from one of the industry’s top voices at Aon‘s upcoming breakfast on February 6. Join Aon’s Global Head of Investments, Ari Jacobs, as he shares a forward-looking perspective on the evolving institutional investment landscape in 2025.

Topics will include:

  • 2025 Investment Outlook: Insights on the investment outlook and asset allocation trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the year ahead
  • Institutional Investors & Private Equity: As the tide turns for private equity in 2025, how are institutional investors viewing private equity as part of their portfolio strategy?

Seats are limited, to secure your spot register here.

 

 

 
 

Unlocking Value in Mergers and Acquisitions: Expert Insights on the Importance of Planning for and Structuring Transactions

Join CBIZ for a practical panel covering the strategies and potential pitfalls that are involved with building and executing successful M&A deals. Learn how careful planning and structuring can unlock significant value within those transactions.

Topics will include:

  • Trends and current state of the market
  • Steps companies should take in advance of an M&A transaction
  • Structuring considerations

Register here.

 

 
 

Call for Applications: CASE – Connecticut General Assembly Artificial Intelligence Policy Fellowship

Deadline extended to February 7

The Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering (CASE) is accepting applications for a one-year CASE – CT General Assembly (CGA) Artificial Intelligence Policy Fellowship, based at the Legislative Office Building, 210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT.

This is an opportunity for a scientist/engineer to engage at the nexus of research and policy on a significant policy issue. Eligible candidates must have a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a field relevant to the topic. The focus will be researching policies to further protect the data of Connecticut residents.

See below for more information:

 

 
 

The 2025 Connecticut Science & Engineering Fair Seeks Judging Volunteers

The Connecticut Science & Engineering Fair (CSEF) is a yearly, statewide science and engineering fair open to all 7th through 12th grade students residing, or enrolled, in Connecticut schools and several New York towns. More than 300 judges across multiple categories are needed to help make the fair a success. The 2025 judging schedule will be as follows:

February 26: Project Portal opens
March 4 & 5: Preliminary Judging (virtual)
March 12: Finalist Interviews (in-person)
March 15: Awards Ceremony at Quinnipiac University

Sign up here.

 

 
 

Internship Seekers: Have you visited the BioCT Career Center lately?

Several exciting internship positions have recently been posted to the Career Center, including opportunities through the SPRINTS program, as well as Alexion, Boehringer Ingelheim, MannKind, Medtronic and others. Click here to view career opportunities, set up personalized job alerts or upload your resume.

 

 
 

IPO Readiness Panel Discussion – Hosted by Aon
Today, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Join Aon for an engaging opportunity to learn about the road to IPO. We invite practitioners from all size organizations and all areas of the business to participate. Our afternoon will begin with a panel discussion, followed by Q&A and a networking reception.

Collaborative CT 2025 Kick-Off
Today, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Join hosts Connecticut Innovations and Yale Ventures for the annual, casual networking event bringing together our diverse innovation community.

BioCT’s 2025 Legislative Breakfast
January 27, 8:00 am  – 10:30 am
BioCT’s flagship annual event to bring together life science executives with key legislators to prepare for the 2025 legislative session.

Living Well After the Diagnosis – Hosted by Alzheimer’s Association New England Chapters
January 31, 9:30 am  – 12:00 pm
This session will highlight what it is like to live with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia. Panelists will discuss coping with the diagnosis and combating the stigma associated with the disease.

Enhancing Well-Being for Dementia Caregivers – Hosted by Alzheimer’s Association New England Chapters
February 4, 6:00 pm  – 7:00 pm
Older Black Americans are two times as likely to develop Alzheimer’s Disease, which leads to an increased demand on caregivers and families. Join us to learn strategies that can help caregivers navigate emotional and financial challenges.

Annual R&D Tax Credit Update – Hosted by CLA
February 6, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
R&D credits can be a valuable tool for innovative organizations. However, the rules surrounding R&D tax credits can be complex and are continually changing at the federal and state level.

Unlocking Value in Mergers and Acquisitions: Expert Insights on the Importance of Planning for and Structuring Transactions – Hosted by CBIZ
February 6, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Join our panelists as we discuss and provide in-depth, practical viewpoints on the strategies and potential pitfalls that are involved with building and executing successful M&A deals. Learn how careful planning and structuring can unlock significant value within those transactions.

BIO CEO & Investor Conference
February 10 – 11
Join us in New York for one of the largest investor events connecting institutional investors with established and emerging publicly traded, late-stage private biotech companies.

Research & Development MasterClass – Hosted by ELabs
February 11, 8:00 am – 5:00pm
​This immersive session is designed for healthcare and life sciences entrepreneurs aiming to optimize their R&D process. Whether you’re refining a new product or seeking insights for growth, this masterclass will provide actionable takeaways to fuel your journey.

’25 Internship & Career Fair – Hosted by GNHCC
February 13, 1:00 pm – 4:00pm
The Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce, along with university partners, will bring together college students, soon-to-be graduates, postgraduates, and regional talent for job and internship opportunities.

Shaping CT’s Future: AI & Cybersecurity
February 20, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Join Rebellion Group for a groundbreaking event exploring AI and cybersecurity at the forefront of Connecticut’s technological future.

University of New Haven: STEM Career Fair
February 20, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Meet with UNH’s top students and alumni from genetics and biotechnology, marine biology, fire science, forensic science, civil/mechanical/industrial/chemical engineering, to cyber security, computer science, business analytics, data analytics, physics, and more!

Connecticut Innovations Talent Fair 2025
February 27, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The first Connecticut Innovations talent fair will connect CI companies with top talent from local colleges and universities.

Save the Date!

Connecticut Rare Disease Forum Co-Hosted by BioCT & Jackson Laboratory
March 10
Hosted at The Jackson Laboratory, Farmington, CT. More details to come…

 

 
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Please email Kelley Gipson to share any news and events: kgipson@bioct.org.

 

 
 

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