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SUMMARY:BioME Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin us for casual networking on April 15 from 4-6PM.\nJoin BioME on April 15 from 4-6PM for an informal evening of conversation and connection with Maine’s life sciences community. This casual networking social is designed to bring people together without structured programming — just good conversation\, shared interests\, and an opportunity to connect in a low-pressure setting. \nWe’ll provide pizza\, and drinks will be available for purchase at the bar. Whether you’re representing a life sciences company\, supporting the ecosystem\, or simply interested in making new connections\, you’re welcome to stop by. Space is limited\, so please submit this form to express interest in attending by clicking the button below. We will follow up by email to confirm your spot if space is available. \nPlease note that bowling is not included as part of the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REQUEST TO ATTEND” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2Fe%2F1FAIpQLSdEPxwRXkGZ4jRrgsg4zf2AyjVzvHIB4QPGDZd1r-ILarTEpA%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dpublish-editor|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nBioME Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”13182″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-happy-hour-april-2026/
LOCATION:Broadway Bowl\, 725 Broadway\, Portland\, ME\, 04106\, United States
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SUMMARY:BioME Student Showcase 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA Maine life science research competition\nAn opportunity for Maine high school and college students to show off their passion for life science\, and present their research for a chance to win cash and academic prizes. The goal of this event is to support innovation and commercialization of student ideas in Maine\, as well as connect current students with potential future employers and entrepreneurial resources in the state. \nBioME Student Showcase features THREE competition categories: (1) high school students (grades 9-12)\, (2) college undergraduate students\, and (3) college graduate students. Students must be enrolled in Maine educational institutions to participate. Judges for the BioME Student Showcase include Maine scientists\, entrepreneurs\, academia and start-up/commercialization experts. \nThis event is open to our members and supporters. Join the event and meet Maine’s future scientists![/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_btn style=”btn-1″ title=”STUDENT INFORMATION” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbiomaine.org%2Fbiome-student-showcase%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”13200″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER AS AUDIENCE” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-student-showcase-tickets-1259955784669%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1″ title=”STUDENT INFORMATION” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbiomaine.org%2Fbiome-student-showcase%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n9:30-10:00AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration & Poster Setup\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n10:00-11:30AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nHigh School & Undergrad Poster Competitions\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n11:30-12:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nLunch Break & High School and Undergrad Winners Announcements\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n12:45-2:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nGraduate Fast-Pitch Competition\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n2:00-3:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nGraduate Fast-Pitch Competition Winners Announcement\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11621″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-student-showcase-2026/
LOCATION:University of Southern Maine – McGoldrick Center\, 35 Bedford St\, Floor 2\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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SUMMARY:BioME Career Exploration 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nCareer expo and workshops for Maine life science students and recent graduates\nJoin us on March 25\, 2026 from 12-4PM at the fourth annual BioME Career Exploration event – a career expo for Maine life science students. This event is for students at the high school junior and senior level\, college undergraduates\, college graduates\, recent graduates and anyone looking to change careers. Learn how to best position yourself for a career within Maine’s life sciences industry and explore the many opportunities within the state. \nMaine’s life science sector is thriving\, offering diverse fields of study\, a myriad of career opportunities\, and limitless potential for growth. A career in the life sciences can take many forms\, and students are able to receive education\, training and a great job right here in Maine. This event will provide a great opportunity for attendees to speak with Maine life science companies directly and hone their early career skills through professional workshops tailored to life science students. \nThe expo will feature tables staffed by Maine life science companies who will speak with students about positions within the company\, credentials needed\, and other tips about what they might look for in a team member. Workshops and breakout sessions will be geared toward students and new professionals looking to build on their life science specific workforce skills. \nLunch will be provided. Company tables will be available all day.  \nStay tuned for registration\, agenda\, workshop speakers\, and participating expo table organizations.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmebio.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnx%2Fportal%2Fneonevents%2Fevents%3Fpath%3D%252Fportal%252Fevents%252F36511|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:00-12:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration\, Lunch & Welcome Remarks\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:45-1:15PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 1: From Science to Startup: Commercializing Your Research\nSpeaker: Patrick Breeding (Marin Skincare) \nGetting a job with a pre-established company or organization is not the only path for someone with a science background. Have a great idea? Learn from a UMaine grad about how he commercialized his research.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n1:25-2:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 2: Resume\, Interview\, and Career Search Tips & Tricks\nSpeaker: Basant Paradis (IDEXX)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:10-2:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 3: Building a Powerful Personal Brand as a Bioscience Professional\nSpeaker: Leo Waterston (Waterston Coaching &.Consulting) \nThe biotech and life sciences job market is evolving rapidly. Standing out requires more than strong research or technical skills — it requires a clear professional identity\, strategic networking\, and the ability to communicate your impact. \nThis interactive workshop will cover the essential elements of personal branding for bioscience professionals\, including crafting a compelling professional narrative\, optimizing LinkedIn\, building meaningful industry connections\, and identifying the non-technical skills that differentiate high-performing candidates and leaders. \nThrough real-world examples and practical tools\, participants will gain insight into how to position themselves for career growth\, leadership opportunities\, and long-term professional success.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:00-3:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 4: Utilizing AI for Career Wayfinding\nSpeaker: Elena Brondolo\, MPH (The Roux Institute) \nIn this hands-on workshop\, you’ll use AI as a thinking partner to articulate your skills\, talents\, and interests in ways that open up new possibilities. Through a guided series of prompts\, you’ll move from self-reflection to actionable career path exploration — leaving with greater clarity about where your strengths can take you next.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:30-4:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nExpo Tables & Networking\nPlease note that expo tables will be available throughout the day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop Speakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11714″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nElena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD\, Director\, Future of Healthcare Residency\, The Roux Institute\nElena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD\, is the Director of the Future of Healthcare Residency at The Roux Institute\, Northeastern University. Her mission is to fast-track healthcare’s future by empowering early-stage health tech innovators. \nWith over a decade of healthcare experience\, Elena fuses her passions for healthcare innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and leadership. Her expertise spans experiential learning\, change management\, and program development. \nBefore joining The Roux Institute\, Elena dedicated over four years to MaineHealth\, initially in clinical implementation and later as a leader in innovation education and funding programs. She revamped program curricula\, guided clinicians and researchers in commercializing their ideas\, and fortified the innovation foundation of the health system. \nPreceding her time at MaineHealth\, Elena spent four years at Columbia University Medical Center/New York Presbyterian\, focusing on patient flow\, behavioral medicine research\, and organizational development. During her tenure\, she co-founded a consulting company offering evidence-based leadership and organizational development support for academic medical research groups. \nElena’s people-first approach to program development and partnerships is rooted in her background in Organizational Psychology. She holds an MBA and MPH concentrating in entrepreneurship\, change management\, and health policy\, and recently earned her EdD in Learning\, Leadership\, and Innovation from Northeastern University. Her doctoral research explored strategies for catalyzing healthcare innovation during the pandemic\, translating these strategies into action through experiential learning for large systems.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13220″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nLeo Waterston\, Founder and President\, Waterston Coaching & Consulting\nLeo Waterston is the Founder and President of Waterston Coaching & Consulting\, providing executive coaching\, leadership development\, and career transition services to professionals and organizations in Maine and across the U.S. With over 20 years of leadership experience in healthcare\, public health\, and scientific research\, Leo specializes in helping technical experts strengthen the communication\, adaptability\, and emotional intelligence skills that drive career growth and organizational success. \nIn addition to his coaching practice\, Leo serves as a Career Consultant at ClearRock\, a Boston-based coaching and consulting firm. He holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Fordham University and completed executive coach training through the Center for Executive Coaching and the University of Kansas. Leo currently serves as Board President of the Maine Public Health Association and is a mentor through the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13221″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBasant Paradis\, MS\, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist – Research & Development\, IDEXX\nOriginally from southern Georgia\, Basant obtained her BS in Chemistry from Georgia Southern University in 1998. She then joined International Paper’s Chemical Products Division\, Arizona Chemical (now Kraton Polymers) in Savannah\, Georgia where she worked in new product development. She left to attend the University of Maine where she obtained her MS in Chemical Engineering in 2001. \nUpon graduation\, she joined Georgia Pacific Corporation in Old Town\, Maine where she worked as a Process Engineer and supported process development initiatives. She left corporate America to be an entrepreneur owning several different types of businesses. She also taught Chemistry at the collegiate level for 4 years. \nIn 2016\, she joined F-O-R-T-U-N-E Personnel Consultants of Bangor as the Director of Recruiting\, Specialty Chemicals. Her recruiting focus was working with chemical\, biotech\, and paper companies finding research and development scientists and engineers. In August of 2021\, she joined IDEXX as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist where she finds scientists and engineers for the Innovation Team. She truly enjoys working with candidates to help them find the best fit within the organization\, and she equally enjoys working with hiring managers to find the best fit candidates for their teams. \nShe currently lives in Old Town\, Maine with her husband\, Mark\, their two children\, Andre and Olivia\, their two 2 dogs\, May and Daisy\, and their juvenile red-foot tortoise\, Scarlett.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13222″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nPatrick Breeding\, CEO & Co-Founder\, Marin Skincare\nPatrick is a biotechnology entrepreneur and co-founder of Marin Skincare\, which develops active skincare ingredients from sustainable marine sources\, and brings products to people through their brand Marin Skincare. Marin creates gentle and effective skincare products for people with eczema\, psoriasis and dry skin using a glycoprotein found in lobster as the key ingredient. He is also a co-founder of KinoTek\, an innovative movement analysis startup using motion capture and virtual reality to visualize\, analyze and communicate biomechanical information to decrease risk of musculoskeletal injury. \nPatrick earned his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering in 2017 and M.S. in Biomedical Engineering in 2019 from the University of Maine. He is passionate about biotechnology research and commercialization in various fields\, spanning skincare\, marine bioresources\, drug development\, medical education and sports performance innovation\, and enjoys participating in regular K-12 outreach experiences motivating and mentoring students for careers in STEM.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nParticipating Expo Table Organizations\nBBI Solutions\, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences\, Elanco\, EnviroLogix\, IDEXX\, MaineHealth\, MDI Biological Laboratory\, Maine Molecular Quality Controls\, Inc.\, University of Maine\, Orono\, University of New England\, The Jackson Laboratory\, The Roux Institute\, and Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”13200″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:00-12:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration\, Lunch & Welcome Remarks\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:45-1:15PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 1: Your Digital First Impression – LinkedIn Strategies for Success\nSpeaker: Kate Howell (Educate Maine) \nA strong LinkedIn profile is more than just an online resume—it’s a powerful tool for networking\, job searching\, and personal branding. In this session\, you’ll learn the essentials of creating and/or refining your LinkedIn profile while engaging in activities to strengthen your professional online presence. Through live demonstrations\, peer feedback\, and practical exercises\, you will leave with actionable steps to enhance your profile and use LinkedIn strategically for career development.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:00-2:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 2: Crafting Your 60-Second Science Story\nSpeaker: Elena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD (The Roux Institute) \nThis interactive workshop helps researchers cut through the jargon and technical language and get to the heart of what makes their work matter. You’ll craft a compelling elevator pitch that explains your research in a way that connects with people – whether they’re potential funders\, collaborators\, or someone you meet at a conference. Through engaging exercises and feedback from peers\, you’ll walk away with a clear\, confident 60-second pitch that answers the crucial “so what?” question about your research without putting anyone to sleep.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:00-3:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 3: Show Your Science\nSpeaker: Marnie MacLean (Moose Tree Media) \nYou can be the best scientist but your work won’t have an impact if you can’t tell others what you are discovering. You have to know how to communicate your science to various audiences. Even the most complicated science has a story\, and it’s important to learn how to tell that story in a way that is both engaging and informative. In this workshop we’ll look at why it’s so important for you to learn how to show your science and discuss specific “news you can use” tips to help you find your science story and share it with the world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:45-4:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nExpo Tables & Networking\nPlease note that expo tables will be available throughout the day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-career-exploration-2026/
LOCATION:University of New England (Harold Alfond Forum)\, 630 Pool St\, Biddeford\, ME\, 04005\, United States
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SUMMARY:BioME Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin us for casual networking on January 27 from 4-6PM.\nJoin BioME on January 27 from 4-6PM for an informal evening of conversation and connection with Maine’s life sciences community. This casual networking social is designed to bring people together without structured programming — just good conversation\, shared interests\, and an opportunity to connect in a low-pressure setting. \nWe’ll provide pizza\, and drinks will be available for purchase at the bar. Whether you’re representing a life sciences company\, supporting the ecosystem\, or simply interested in making new connections\, you’re welcome to stop by. This event is open to all\, but spots are limited.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmebio.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnx%2Fportal%2Fneonevents%2Fevents%3Fpath%3D%252Fportal%252Fevents%252F33830|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nBioME Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”13182″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Portland Pie Company\, 51 York Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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SUMMARY:BioME Holiday Mixer 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin us for an evening of networking & Holiday Cheer on December 10th from 5-7PM.\nOur annual Holiday Mixer will feature an evening of networking and a good deal of Holiday cheer at Big Tree Catering @ Local 188 in Portland. Check in with Maine’s life sciences community\, make new connections and see what we’ll be up to in 2026. Network over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. \nThis event is free and open to all. Attendees must register prior to the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmebio.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnx%2Fportal%2Fneonevents%2Fevents%3Fpath%3D%252Fportal%252Fevents%252F28340|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12752″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-holiday-mixer-2025/
LOCATION:Big Tree Catering @ Local 188\, 685 Congress St\, Portland\, 04102\, United States
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SUMMARY:BioME Annual Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join us at the BioME Annual Conference 2025 on October 8 at University of Southern Maine in Portland. Learn about the life sciences industry in Maine and network with the biotech and medical device community at our biggest event of the year. The Conference will feature panel sessions\, engaging talks\, presentations\, networking and expo tables. \nBioME Annual Conferences are open to all and provides the community with an opportunity to learn about the life sciences industry in Maine\, and connect with industry professionals\, academia\, research institutions and government. BioME Annual Conference brings together over 200 professionals to discuss our industry’s importance within the state\, partnerships and collaborations\, and the latest in scientific breakthroughs. \nScroll down for parking information and coupon code.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmebio.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnx%2Fportal%2Fneonevents%2Fevents%3Fpath%3D%252Fportal%252Fevents%252F24353|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n10:30-11:00AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration\, Expo Tables & Networking\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n11:00-11:15AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWelcome Remarks & BioME Updates\nAgnieszka Carpenter (BioME)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n11:15-11:30AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nState of Maine Presentation\nGovernor Janet T. Mills (invited)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n11:30-12:15PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nPanel Discussion: Growing the Future of Life Sciences in Maine\nSpeakers:  Sarah Delmar (Delmar Group\, Moderator)\, Michael Duguay (Maine DECD)\, Dr. Beth Orcutt (Bigelow Laboratory)\, Dr. Jessica Chertow (MaineHealth Institute for Research)\, and Jennifer Fitz (BioPILOT Lab)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:15-12:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nPresentation: Wet Lab Space Incubator Grant\nDr. James Weis (Hatch.Bio Labs) and Dr. Aileen Huang-Saad (The Roux Institute)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:30-12:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nLife Sciences Champion Awards Presentation\nSenator Teresa Pierce (Maine State Legislature) and Heather Johnson (Former Maine DECD Commissioner)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:45-1:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nLunch Break\, Networking & Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n1:30-2:15PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nKeynote Address: A Better Time for Building\nDavid Johnson (Regional Growth Strategies and BioCrossroads)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:15-2:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nBreak: Networking and Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:45-3:15PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nStartups Presentations\nSpeakers: John Konsin (Prapela)\, Trevor Ruggiero (Looma)\, Veronica Achorn (Salmonics)\, and Dr. Srinidi Mohan (Satya Diagnostics)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:15-3:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nBreak: Networking and Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:30-4:15PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nPanel Discussion: How AI is Shaping the Future of Life Sciences\nSpeakers: Dr. David Watts (Colby College\, Moderator)\, Barry Wark (Ovation.io)\, Dr. Melanie Tory (The Roux Institute)\, Dr. Jens Rueter (The Jackson Laboratory) and Dr. Andre Khalil (University of Maine)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n4:15-4:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nClosing Remarks\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n4:30-6:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nNetworking Reception\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12987″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nDavid Johnson\, President\, Regional Growth Strategies LLC\, Keynote Speaker\nDavid L. Johnson is the president of Regional Growth Strategies LLC\, a consulting practice working with communities\, universities and foundations seeking to define collaborative opportunities to grow\, capitalize and sustain technology-based regional economies. \nJohnson has been involved in the hands-on work of economic development for nearly 25 years. He began this engagement as a finance lawyer and community volunteer\, seeking to organize and then co-founding Indiana’s life sciences initiative\, BioCrossroads\, in 2001-2002. Johnson went on to serve as the BioCrossroads CEO from 2005-2018. There\, he organized and led the capitalization of five seed and early-stage venture capital funds to support locally based life sciences start-ups. He also drove the formation and capitalization of several major public-private enterprises. These include the Indiana Biosciences Research Institute\, an industry-university applied research enterprise; OrthoWorx Indiana\, a spin-out organization focused on northern Indiana’s historically outsized concentration of major manufacturers and med-tech start-ups in orthopedics implants; and 16 Tech\, Central Indiana’s first innovation district\, rising on 50 acres of formerly blighted real estate in the heart of downtown Indianapolis and focused on advancing both community growth and innovation opportunities in healthcare and life sciences through a compelling place-based strategy. \nMore recently\, and in addition to his continuing leadership role at BioCrossroads\, Johnson also served as the CEO of the Central Indiana Corporate Partnership (CICP) from 2012 until early 2023. CICP is a nationally recognized\, collaborative economic development organization of chief executives drawn from Indiana’s leading companies\, universities and philanthropic foundations (and the parent organization of BioCrossroads). At CICP\, Johnson identified key opportunities for and oversaw the formation of two additional branded initiatives: AgriNovus Indiana\, to organize and advance the state’s significant ag-biosciences sector; and Ascend Indiana\, to address shared and critical needs of industry leaders for an effective\, employer-focused platform to supply essential workforce and talent. At CICP\, Johnson also spearheaded efforts to join regional industry and academic leaders under a new initiative—AnalytixIN—in pursuit of timely opportunities for clinical and commercial applications in artificial intelligence and data analytics. \nJohnson is an honors graduate of Harvard University\, Harvard Law School and Oxford University\, where he studied as a Rhodes Scholar. Currently\, he also serves as a Non-Resident Senior Fellow for the Brookings Institution’s Metropolitan Policy Program.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13013″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMichael Duguay\, Commissioner\, Maine Department of Economic & Community Development\nCommissioner Duguay is charged with overseeing more than two dozen experts across several bureaus whose mission is to help communities and businesses prosper through a variety of programs that provide everything from targeted tax relief to community block grants to tourism marketing. Previously\, as Vice President for Innovation and Executive Director of the Harold Alfond Institute for Business Innovation at Thomas College in Waterville\, he helped hundreds of entrepreneurs market their products and scale their businesses\, and trained thousands of students to succeed in good-paying careers in Maine. Duguay began his economic development career at the Department of Economic and Community Development in 1990.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12921″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nSarah Delmar\, Partner\, Delmar Group\nSarah Upton Delmar is a partner at Delmar Group\, a consultancy dedicated to community building through ecosystem\, workforce\, and leadership development. She currently serves as a life sciences consultant to FocusMaine\, where she is helping to accelerate the growth of the sector through strategic planning\, ecosystem development\, and stakeholder engagement. She is also working with the Maine Technology Institute (MTI) to build lab infrastructure in the state through the recent shared lab RFP. \nSarah previously spent over a decade at the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC)\, where she led global expansion and was instrumental in building CIC’s premier shared lab platform. Her work there focused on creating programmatic and physical innovation infrastructure to support tech and life sciences startups in cities across North America\, Europe\, and Asia. \nOriginally from a rural town in Downeast Maine\, Sarah has recently relocated back to the state with her family. She chairs FocusMaine’s Bioscience Advisory Team and is passionate about supporting Maine’s innovation economy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12990″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJohn Konsin\, Principal Owner & CEO\, Prapela\nFor 45 years\, John Konsin has solely focused on the challenges and rewards of commercializing Med Tech innovations to improve human health. \nHis latest endeavor is the Prapela SVS hospital bassinet pad\, which restores healthy rhythmic breathing and heart rate in newborns. The device was granted FDA De Novo marketing authorization on April 4\, 2025\, creating a new category of medical devices – vibrational therapeutic pads for infants. The company will initially focus on medical applications\, including reducing withdrawal symptoms in newborns exposed to opioids before birth and helping preterm babies breathe while minimizing their exposure to caffeine and invasive oxygen therapies. Prapela shipped its first production unit on August 6\, 2025\, and is accepting new orders for delivery in Q4. Over 95% of the company’s $8.6M+ funding is from non-dilutive grants\, including >$6M in Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) awards from the National Institutes of Health. \nPreviously\, five of the Top 25 Medical Device companies in the world trusted John in leadership and executive roles. He led or assisted in generating over $5.4 billion in revenue and launched over 100 new products. His experience includes work in Medical Devices\, Diagnostics\, Imaging\, Durable Medical Equipment\, Biologics\, Wearables\, and Genetic testing. He has worked closely with physicians\, nurses\, therapists\, and leaders in Neonatology\, Orthopedics\, Pain Management\, OB/GYN\, and Cardiology specialties. As a 2X CEO\, his operational experience includes general management\, marketing\, sales\, finance\, HR\, operations\, R&D/product development\, clinical research\, quality\, and regulatory affairs.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12992″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBarry Wark\, Co-Founder & CSO\, Ovation.io\nBarry Wark is the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Ovation.io\, a human multi-omic data company committed to accelerating the development of precision medicine. Ovation provides life sciences with access to high-quality\, consented\, multi-omic data linked to rich\, longitudinal phenotypic data at scale. Ovation’s data enables researchers to accelerate therapeutic target\, mechanism of action\, and biomarker discovery and validation. \nBarry holds a B.S. in Symbolic Systems from Stanford University and a PhD from the Program in Neurobiology and Behavior at the University of Washington.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12995″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nDavid Watts\, PhD\, Director\, Davis Institute for Artificial Intelligence\, Colby College\nDavid brings to Colby College a wealth of experience in driving research\, development\, innovation\, scaling businesses\, and leading transformative technological advancements in AI\, hybrid cloud\, and enterprise systems. As a seasoned executive with deep expertise in both corporate and startup environments\, David has played a key role in co-creating AI-powered solutions that have reshaped industries. With a career spanning over two decades in high-growth companies\, including IBM\, David combines technical acumen with a strategic mindset\, enabling businesses and institutions to achieve sustained growth\, market leadership\, and impactful customer outcomes. \nCurrently serving on the Board of Directors for the GEM National Consortium\, where he chairs the Finance Committee\, David leverages insights from a distinguished career in leading innovation and growth\, focusing on growing impact by supporting the development of the next generation of STEM leaders.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11896″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBeth Orcutt\, PhD\, Vice President for Research\, Senior Research Scientist\, Geomicrobiologist\, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences\nOrcutt has been the Vice President for Research (VPR) at the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences since 2022. Building from an award-winning career in deep-sea science leadership\, she guides the bold strategic research priorities for the institution and relationships with external funders of over $15M annually in sponsored and contracted research projects. She also energizes blue economy innovation in Maine\, including overseeing innovation disclosures\, patenting\, and licensing processes for technology transfer at Bigelow Laboratory\, as well as partnering with others in the State to advance ocean-based solutions. \nOrcutt is also a globally-recognized expert in the environmental impacts of deep-sea mining. She’s authored some of the most highly cited papers on understanding the ecosystem services provided in the deep sea by the microscopic realm of life. She is regularly invited to provide expert guidance to policy makers and scientific societies and is often quoted in the media on the topic. Orcutt is the Associate Director of the COBRA Crustal Ocean Biosphere Research Accelerator\, spurring deep sea research to inform decision making. \nOrcutt’s expertise in deep-sea mining impacts stems from over a decade of leadership experience directing diverse and international teams of scientists and students in the exploration of the deep sea. Using seafloor exploration assets and deep-sea observatories\, her research has focused on discovering how “deep biosphere” microscopic life thrives in strange environments and how their living impacts global processes. Orcutt is a co-founder and co-instructor of the Deep-Sea Expedition Leadership Master Class\, which trains early career professionals on how to lead effective deep-sea expeditions. At Bigelow Laboratory\, she directs the Deep Biosphere Laboratory team. She has a Ph.D. in Marine Sciences from the University of Georgia.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13000″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nSrinidi Mohan\, PhD\, Founder & Chief Scientific Officer\, Satya Diagnostics\nDr. Mohan is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration at the University of New England’s WCHP School of Pharmacy. He is also the Founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Satya Diagnostics\, a Maine-based company dedicated to advancing diagnostic technologies. He earned his Ph.D. from Mississippi State University and completed post-doctoral research at MSU and the University at Buffalo. His research focuses on optimizing treatment outcomes for high-risk breast cancer patients and exploring new therapeutic targets for age-related diseases.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13002″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJessica Chertow\, PhD\, MBA\, Vice President of Research\, MaineHealth Institute for Research\nDr. Jessica Chertow is an infectious disease investigator with extensive work experience in government organizations including the CDC\, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases\, and National Heart\, Lung\, and Blood Institute. She has served as the Associate Director of Scientific Resources at the National Institutes of Health since 2022\, overseeing a broad portfolio spanning scientific support services\, safety\, and security. Before this position\, she served as Deputy Scientific Director in the National Heart\, Lung\, and Blood Institute (at NIH) from 2015-2022.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13011″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAndre Khalil\, PhD\, Founding Director – CompuMAINE Lab\, University of Maine and Founder\, WAVED Medical LLC\nAt the University of Maine\, I am the founding director of the CompuMAINE Lab (Computational Modeling\, Analysis of Images and Numerical Experiments). I have co-authored 133 publications and obtained 44 grants/contracts totaling $8.4M (as PI\, co-PI\, or senior personnel)\, while developing or restructuring several undergraduate and graduate courses in Mathematics\, Statistics\, Chemical Engineering\, and Biomedical Engineering. I have trained (or am currently training) 31 thesis students (8 PhDs + 17 Masters + 6 Honors). In 2022 I received a Faculty Mentor Impact Award at the University of Maine. \nMy most focused project relates to breast cancer\, where I have co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications\, presented at several international conferences\, and advised 11 thesis students on this topic. I have secured over $1.5M in funding specifically for the breast cancer project from the Maine Cancer Foundation\, the National Cancer Institute\, the Maine Technology Institute\, the National Institute of General Medical Sciences\, the National Science Foundation\, and various accelerator programs. I am a co-inventor on three issued patents related to this work (two in the U.S. and one in Europe)\, and we recently filed for another provisional patent. In 2022 I founded a startup company called WAVED Medical LLC\, which was awarded an exclusive license from UMaine to commercialize our breast cancer risk assessment technology. At WAVED\, we went on to secure more grants from federal\, state\, and private entities\, which is leading to very exciting and promising results. \nThrough this work\, our academic research is now translating into clinical applications with the potential to save lives by improving early detection and risk assessment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13019″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMelanie Tory\, PhD\, Director of Human Data Interaction\, The Roux Institute\nMelanie Tory is Director of Human Data Interaction Research at the Roux Institute\, Northeastern University. Her team focuses on empowering people to do more with data\, through the design and evaluation of novel visualization techniques\, human-data interactions\, and technology interfaces. She is especially focused on visualizations for health and engineering applications\, and the interplay between visualization and AI\, in alignment with other priority research areas at the Roux. In her previous role at Tableau\, Melanie managed an applied user research team and conducted research in natural language interaction with visualizations\, ultimately commercialized as Tableau’s Ask Data feature. She also worked as a faculty member in visualization at the University of Victoria\, where she explored topics such as collaborative and personal visual analytics. Melanie earned her PhD in Computer Science from Simon Fraser University and her BSc in Microbiology from the University of British Columbia.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13021″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJennifer Fitz\, BioPILOT Lab Manager\, The Roux Institute\nJennifer Fitz is the BioPILOT Lab Manager at The Roux Institute at Northeastern University\, where she leads operations supporting teaching\, research\, and entrepreneurship to advance research and development in biotechnology. In addition to her role with the BioPILOT\, she also provides support to the BioIN Lab at the University of Southern Maine. With a strong background in cell and molecular R&D\, Jennifer previously served as Co-Founder and Director at biotech start-up Hound Bio and has over a decade of industry experience at IDEXX Laboratories.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13022″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nVeronica Achorn\, Co-Founder\, Head of Operations\, Salmonics LLC\nVeronica is a seasoned professional who seamlessly blends scientific expertise with strong business acumen. She holds a B.S. in Marine Science and an M.S. in Marine Biology from the University of Maine\, where her research focused on bacterial kidney disease in salmonids. She further honed her technical expertise at Kennebec River Biosciences and sharpened her leadership and business skills at VWR International. As a key driver behind the development of Salmonics\, she has played a crucial role in everything from laboratory setup and quality management to marketing and operations. Her passion for technology\, innovation\, and sustainability fuels her commitment to advancing science and ensuring a healthier environment for future generations.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13030″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJens Rueter\, MD\, Co-Founder\, Chief Medical Officer\, The Jackson Laboratory\nJens Rueter\, M.D. is the Chief Medical Officer of The Jackson Laboratory and Medical Director for the Maine Cancer Genomics Initiative. Rueter is a practicing hematologist/oncologist in Maine and has served as Medical Director for MCGI since its inception in 2016. In 2021\, Rueter was named JAX’s first CMO and serves as the institution’s principal medical advisor. \nRueter came to JAX from Eastern Maine Medical Center Cancer Care (EMMC) in Brewer\, Maine\, where he was Medical Director for EMMC’s Translational Oncology Program and the EMMC Biobank. He has been on staff at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center since 2010\, and a member of the JAX adjunct faculty since 2012. Prior to joining JAX\, Rueter collaborated with several JAX investigators and technicians on developing new approaches to treating cancers while advancing translational research at EMMC. After graduating from medical school in Berlin\, Germany\, Rueter completed his residency in internal medicine at Tulane University and fellowship training in hematology/oncology at the University of Pennsylvania.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11903″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAileen Huang-Saad\, PhD\, MBA\, Director of Life Sciences and Engineering Programs and Associate Professor of Bioengineering\, The Roux Institute at Northeastern University\nAileen Huang-Saad is the Director of Life Sciences\, Health\, and Engineering Programs at Northeastern’s Roux Institute (Portland\, Maine) and an Associate Professor of Bioengineering. Leveraging her experience with design\, entrepreneurship\, education research\, and industry\, she seeks close the gap between higher education and professional practice. Specifically\, she is designing interdisciplinary experiential education life sciences\, health\, and engineering programs to attract\, retain\, and advance talent in the state of Maine. These programs are designed to re-imagine how higher education and communities can work together to impact economic and talent development. Dr. Huang-Saad currently serves as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Springer’s Biomedical Engineering Education and is a member of the Maine State Workforce Board and the National Academies’ Roundtable on Systemic Change in Undergraduate STEM Education. She is also an American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering Fellow.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13036″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJames Weis\, PhD\, Founder & CEO\, Hatch.Bio Labs\nDr. James W. Weis is an entrepreneur\, investor\, and researcher. He earned his Ph.D. from the MIT Media Lab for developing network-analysis algorithms to predict and prioritize high-impact scientific work\, published in Nature Biotechnology and featured by MIT News\, and his S.M. from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory for applying information-theoretic methods to protein simulations. As founder and CEO of Hatch.Bio Labs\, he built an incubation platform that has helped accelerate more than 60 startups over the last eight years\, collectively raising $3.6 billion USD\, creating over 3\,000 jobs\, and reaching a combined market valuation exceeding $13 billion USD. He also co-founded the MIT Biotech Group and the MIT Life Sciences Angel Group and co-instructed the Revolutionary Ventures course at the MIT Media Lab (cross-registered with MIT Sloan and Harvard Business School).[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13040″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nTrevor Ruggiero\, Founder\, Looma\nTrevor is a product design engineer and serial entrepreneur with deep expertise in bringing medical devices and life science products from concept to market. He holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in engineering from Northeastern University and spent over a decade at one of Boston’s leading design firms\, where he helped biotech and medtech companies develop and launch breakthrough technologies. His work spans AI-powered point-of-care devices for blood analysis to automation systems for pathology labs. Trevor is listed as an inventor on numerous patents and has contributed to client projects that raised over $200 million in funding.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nParking information\nBioME will be covering parking for all attendees at this location only but you must register your vehicle. The gates will be open. Please meet us inside at the BioME registration desk to register your vehicle OR register your vehicle ahead of time using code BIOME (see attached PDF and scan the QR code). Please make note of your license plate number so you are able to register your vehicle if you do not do so ahead of time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”13042″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nSponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12970″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11910″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nDana O’Brien\, Founder & President\, BioHarbor Strategies\nDana O’Brien: Dana is the founder and president of BioHarbor Strategies\, a boutique public affairs consulting firm centered on boosting the blue bioeconomy through sustainability and science. He is an accomplished government and association executive with significant experience in public policy\, communications\, and coalition building. Dana has a record of securing lasting and impactful policy wins in complicated political environments and holds deep connections with players in government and across the food and agriculture value chain. He began his career on Capitol Hill serving as Legislative Director for Congressman Ike Skelton\, a bipartisan and respected leader on rural development and military affairs. He then served as Executive Vice President for Food and Agriculture and Chief Sustainability Officer at the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) and as President of FocusMaine. Dana is a member of the BioME advocacy committee and the Maine Ballot Question Committee seeking voter approval of the Maine Research and Development Bond (Question #2) this fall. He is also a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and serves on the Board of Directors of The Cultivating Change Foundation\, an organization dedicated to valuing and elevating LGBTQ+ people in food and agriculture. Dana is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia and resides in Oguniquit with his husband Kevin Kelley and his dog\, Murphy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11900″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nPatrick Breeding\, Co-Founder & CEO\, Marin Skincare\nPatrick is a biotechnology entrepreneur and co-founder of Marin Skincare\, which develops active skincare ingredients from sustainable marine sources\, and brings products to people through their brand Marin Skincare. Marin creates gentle and effective skincare products for people with eczema\, psoriasis and dry skin using a glycoprotein found in lobster as the key ingredient. He is also a co-founder of KinoTek\, an innovative movement analysis startup using motion capture and virtual reality to visualize\, analyze and communicate biomechanical information to decrease risk of musculoskeletal injury. \nPatrick earned his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering in 2017 and M.S. in Biomedical Engineering in 2019 from the University of Maine. He is passionate about biotechnology research and commercialization in various fields\, spanning skincare\, marine bioresources\, drug development\, medical education and sports performance innovation\, and enjoys participating in regular K-12 outreach experiences motivating and mentoring students for careers in STEM.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nSponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11966″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1717603283971{margin-bottom: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11353″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMike Saxl\, Managing Principal\, Maine Street Solutions\nMike became Managing Principal of Maine Street Solutions and Counsel to Verrill following his service as a member of the Maine House of Representatives (1995-2002) and as Speaker of the Maine House (2000-2002). Mike brings over 30 years of professional public policy experience\, through his service an elected official\, a campaign operative\, state and federal policy staff\, and lobbying at all levels of government. Through those experiences\, Mike and the MSS team provide a cutting-edge combination of services to clients. \nMike grew up in Bangor\, graduated from Bowdoin College and the University of Maine School of Law\, represented the West End of Portland in the legislature and currently resides in Belgrade.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11339″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nLucy Liaw\, PhD\, Faculty Scientist III and Professor\, MaineHealth Institute for Research\nLucy Liaw is currently a Faculty Scientist at MaineHealth Institute for Research where she leads a biomedical research program in cardiometabolic disease\, a Center of Biomedical Research Excellence in Metabolic Networks\, and two institutional training grants to support research experiences for undergraduate college students and MaineTrack medical students. She is passionate about training\, education\, and mentorship\, and accessibility of careers in STEM. Because of this\, she has overseen the Research Training and Education programs at MaineHealth Institute for Research for over a decade. Through her academic affiliations at University of Maine\, Tufts University School of Medicine\, University of Southern Maine\, and the Roux Institute\, she serves as a professor\, mentor\, and advocate for students and young professional advancing within biomedical sciences and research.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11361″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBarbara Stewart\, PhD\, Chair of Science Department and STEM Coordinator\, Bangor High School\nBarbara is the chair of the science and engineering department at Bangor High School. She is also the research coordinator for the STEM Academy at Bangor which provides STEM research and educational opportunities for forty five students each year. Her students have achieved at the highest levels of science competition\, including the International BioGENEius\, the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)\, and the National Junior Science and Humanities Research symposium (JSHS). She is also a founding member of Water for ME\, a nonprofit organization promoting water education and research in the state and throughout the world. \nBarbara earned at PhD in chemistry at the University of Maine\, a master’s degree in science education from the University of Maine and a bachelor’s degree from Wesleyan University in Connecticut. After completing her post doc at the University of Massachusetts\, she moved back to Maine with her family to start an educational software company and work as a lecturer in the chemistry department at the University of Maine. She also grew up in Houlton and is proud of her county roots.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11374″ img_size=”thumbnail”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nSarah Stillings\, Sr. Learning and Talent Program Manager\, Global Operations Program Management Office\, IDEXX\nSarah Stillings is a learning practitioner with more than a decade of experience designing\, developing\, and delivering learning experiences across K12\, Higher Education\, and corporate markets. She has developed and led learning programs at Pearson Education\, University of New England\, and IDEXX Laboratories\, helping learners build the skills they need to excel in their current roles and grow their careers. Sarah currently works in Global Operations at IDEXX Laboratories where she leads a diverse portfolio of learning and talent programs that align with the organization’s business objectives while nurturing the employee experience to improve retention\, performance\, and engagement.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-annual-conference-2023-registration-695343690697%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-annual-conference-2025/
LOCATION:University of Southern Maine – Abromson Community Education Center\, 88 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T163000
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SUMMARY:Bio & Brews 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]BioME’s third “Bio & Brews” will take place on September 10th from 4:30-7:00PM at the Sebago Brewing Company in Gorham. Join us for a captivating evening of science\, tours\, networking\, and delicious beer and food. \nBio & Brews offers a unique platform for life science professionals\, enthusiasts\, and curious minds to come together and connect with the community. Explore the scientific foundations of beer brewing where you’ll learn about the intersections of biology\, chemistry\, and craftsmanship. \nThe event will feature a food and beverages by Sebago Brewing Company and a cash bar will be available (1 drink ticket included upon registration). There will be three optional brewery tours available.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fmebio.app.neoncrm.com%2Fnx%2Fportal%2Fneonevents%2Fevents%3Fpath%3D%252Fportal%252Fevents%252F21479|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12752″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\n\nThe event will feature a taco bar catered by Bird & Co. and a cash bar will be available. There will be two optional tours starting at 5 and 6PM. The event will be held both indoor and outdoor and is free and open to the public. Register now – tickets are limited! \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nEvent Parking & Location\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11887″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/bio-brews-2025/
LOCATION:Sebago Brewing Company\, 616 Main St\, Gorham\, 04038\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Grow Your Market Using Data & Analytics
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nMaine’s Life Science Supply Chain: Data\, Strategy\, and Scaling Success\nJoin us on July 22\, 2025 from 12-1PM via Zoom for a webinar designed to help Maine life science businesses expand their reach\, strengthen their supply chains\, and accelerate growth. Whether you’re a producer\, supplier\, technical assistance provider\, or economic development professional\, this session will provide practical strategies and tools to help you scale operations and build resilient networks across the region and beyond. \nIn this webinar\, you will: \n\nUnderstand how goods move through Maine’s Bio and Life Science sector—who’s buying\, who’s selling\, and where growth is happening\nUse supply chain data and tools to expand your domestic sales strategy\nBuild connections with technical assistance providers\, suppliers\, and industry peers\nHear from Maine businesses navigating real-world supply chain challenges and market expansion\n\n​Take away actionable strategies\, data-driven insights\, and connections to help your business grow—and support Maine’s bioeconomy in the process. \nThis event is hosted in partnership with the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD)\, Camoin Associates\, and the Bioscience Association of Maine.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fevt.to%2Feidhoemaw|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/webinar-grow-your-market-using-data-and-analytics/
LOCATION:Virtual Via Zoom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250620
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
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SUMMARY:Maine Pavilion at BIO 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nMaine Pavilion at BIO International Convention\nJoin us in showcasing Maine’s thriving life sciences sector at one of the largest life science conventions in the world! The BIO International Convention returns to Boston\, June 16-19\, bringing together over 19\,000 of biotech’s most influential leaders. \nBioME and partners will be hosting the Maine Pavilion at BIO this year and we are currently looking for pavilion sponsors. Pavilion Sponsors will gain exceptional brand exposure at this prestigious event\, along with 1 Convention Exhibit Hall Pass to access the show. Click the button below to learn more.[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”SPONSORSHIP DETAILS” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbiomaine.org%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F03%2FMaine-Pavilion-at-BIO-2025-4-1.pdf|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1″ title=”REGISTER FOR BIO” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bio.org%2Fevents%2Fbio-international-convention|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nMaine Pavilion Partners\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”3873″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11806″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”4186″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11581″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11162″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11163″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11164″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11165″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”12876″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”12877″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle” disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”11204″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nMaine Pavilion Supporters\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nState of Maine Reception Sponsor\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/maine-pavilion-at-bio-2025/
LOCATION:Boston Convention & Exhibition Center\, 415 Summer Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20250402T181854Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Bioscience 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA celebration of women scientists and entrepreneurs in Maine\nJoin us on June 3rd from 4:30-7PM for our eighth annual Women in Bioscience event at Bissell Brothers in Portland for an inspiring panel discussion\, networking\, and delicious food and drinks. \nPrepare for a captivating panel discussion featuring Dr. Janet Yancey-Wrona (University of Maine)\, Dr. Casey Doucette (Regeneron Pharmacueticals\, Inc.)\, Bethany Fortier (IDEXX)\, Dr. Elisabeth Marnik (MDI Biological Laboratory)\, and Dr. Kara Held (Baker Company). \nWomen in Bioscience is a celebration of scientists and entrepreneurs highlighting success stories and insights on navigating career advantages and overcoming obstacles. More than just a networking event\, this gathering is about empowerment.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fwomen-in-bioscience-tickets-1334205587829%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”2740″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nCasey Doucette\, PhD\, Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs\, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals\, Inc.\nDr. Casey Doucette currently serves as Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals\, where she is responsible for the development and execution of regulatory strategy for multiple programs in the Immunology and Inflammation therapeutic focus area. Prior to Regeneron\, Casey was a Regulatory Affairs Manager at IDEXX Laboratories\, where she managed regulatory submissions to the USDA and FDA in support of marketed veterinary diagnostic products. Early on in her career\, Casey served as a Senior Account Executive at MacDougall Advisors\, where she supported early-stage biotechnology companies in the development and execution of their corporate communications plans. \nCasey received her B.S. in Molecular\, Cellular\, and Developmental Biology from the University of New Hampshire and Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology from the University of Maine Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering. She completed her dissertation at the MaineHealth Institute for Research under the mentorship of Dr. Clifford Rosen.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”847″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBethany Fortier\, Research and Development Scientist\, IDEXX\nBethany Fortier is a Scientist in Research and Development at IDEXX Laboratories\, Inc.\, headquartered in Westbrook\, ME. IDEXX is a global leader in innovation\, offering diagnostic products and services to customers in over 175 countries for the companion animal veterinary\, livestock and poultry\, water testing\, and dairy markets. At IDEXX\, Bethany works as part of an interdisciplinary discovery research team to support assay development from the R&D phase through the entire New Product Development process. Prior to entering industry\, Bethany was a secondary science educator in Maine for 15 years and holds dual certification in both the life and physical sciences. \nBethany earned her B.S. in Biology from the University of Maine and her M.S. in Biology through a collaborative research-intensive program between MaineHealth Institute for Research (MHIR) and the University of Southern Maine\, completing her thesis in the Center for Molecular Medicine at MHIR under the mentorship of Dr. Lucy Liaw.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12007″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJanet Yancey-Wrona\, PhD\, Technology Business Development Manager\, University of Maine\nJanet is the Technology Business Development Manager for the University of Maine\, helping to commercialize important new discoveries from the University. This position follows a variety of management positions in life sciences-based companies. After beginning her professional career as a research scientist at IDEXX Labs\, Janet served as the founding President of the Maine Technology Institute\, overseeing more than $40 million in investments for R&D in Maine-based organizations. From there\, she moved on to manage two pharmaceutical start-ups\, a research products company and served a variety of marketing roles\, most recently as Director of Marketing for the testing business at Lonza\, one of the world’s largest healthcare manufacturing companies. Janet’s background includes a doctoral degree in biology from the University of North Carolina\, and a post-doctoral fellowship at the National Institutes of Health.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12953″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nKara Held\, PhD\, Science Director\, The Baker Company\nKara Brunelle Held\, Ph.D. is the Science Director of The Baker Company and an instructor at the Eagleson Institute. She earned her Ph.D. at the University of Vermont Cell and Molecular Biology Program\, completed her postdoctoral training at Yale University\, and was a Lab Manager\, Safety Officer\, and Researcher at the Harvard Stem Cell Institute. Her hands-on academic research and biosafety experience gives an important viewpoint as a part of the New Product Development team and end user education and training.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12952″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nElisabeth Marnik\, PhD\, Director of Science Education & Outreach\, MDI Biological Laboratory\nDr. Elisabeth A. Marnik is the Director of Science Education & Outreach at the MDI Biological Laboratory\, where she leads initiatives to make science more engaging and accessible for students and the public. She earned her PhD in genetics and immunology from Tufts University\, and her time in both the lab and the classroom sparked a deep commitment to science education\, communication\, and mentoring. A former university professor\, she now focuses on expanding science education programs to help grow Maine’s science workforce from the youngest ages up. She also serves as Chief Scientific Officer for Those Nerdy Girls and is a contributing writer for ASBMB Today.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12744″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]4:00-4:30PM Registration & Networking\n4:30-4:50PM Keynote Address by Lisa Rich-Milan\n4:50-5:30PM Panel Discussion\nSpeakers: Lisa Rich-Milan (Maridose LLC)\, Adriana Rosato\, PhD (MaineHealth Institute for Research)\, Amanda Howland (ElleVet Sciences)\, Melissa Maginnis\, PhD (University of Maine)\, and Marsha Rolle\, PhD\, moderator (Roux Institute)\n5:30-7:00PM Networking\, Food & Drinks[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/women-in-bioscience-2025/
LOCATION:Bissell Brothers\, 38 Resurgam Place\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T203000
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SUMMARY:BioME Bar Harbor Bus Tour & Reception
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]BioME will be hosting a Bar Harbor Bus Tour on May 13\, 2025 from 9:30AM-8:30PM. Join us for an exclusive visit to MDI Biological Laboratory and The Jackson Laboratory. This unique opportunity will offer an inside look at two of Maine’s leading life sciences institutions through guided tours\, engaging discussions\, and networking with fellow industry leaders. \nImportant Details \n\nBioME Members & Partners only. If you are unsure of your membership status\, please contact Brianna at brianna@biomaine.org.\nSpace is limited: Complimentary tickets available on a first-come\, first-served basis.\nParticipation limit: 2 individuals per organization.\nCost: Complimentary (includes transportation\, food\, and drinks)\nTransportation: Travel by high-quality coach bus with facilities. If you prefer to drive instead of taking the bus\, please let us know.\n\nRSVP \nPlease RSVP to Brianna Stark at brianna@biomaine.org by May 7 to request a ticket. We look forward to your participation in this special day of discovery\, connection\, and collaboration in Maine’s bioscience community.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”RSVP NOW” link=”url:mailto%3Abrianna%40mainebioscience.org|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_column_text] \n9:30AM \n12:45-2:15PM \n2:30PM \n2:45-4:15PM \n4:15-5:30PM \n5:30-8:45PM \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] \nBus departs from Portland to MDI Biological Laboratory \nLunch & Facilities Tour \nBus departs from MDIBL to The Jackson Laboratory \nFacilities Tour \nNetworking Reception \nBus departs from JAX to Portland \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nBioME Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12941″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-bar-harbor-bus-tour/
LOCATION:ME
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T130000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20250421T155754Z
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SUMMARY:BioME Legislative Update Webinar: Maine Life Sciences Panel
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join BioME on May 1\, 2025 from 12-1PM via Zoom for a special legislative update. This webinar will feature a panel discussion focused on the proposed formation of the Maine Life Sciences Innovation Center – a dedicated hub to support innovation\, commercialization\, and workforce development in Maine’s growing life sciences sector. \nPanelists will share their perspectives on the significance of the Center\, the opportunities it presents for Maine-based companies and research institutions\, and how it can strengthen our state’s economy for years to come. \nPanelists will include Dr. Aileen Huang-Saad (The Roux Institute)\, Owen McCarthy (MedRhythms)\, Sarah Delmar (FocusMaine)\, and Jeri Bowers (MDI Biological Laboratory). \nThis event is hosted by BioME in collaboration with our expert policy consultants\, Dana O’Brien from BioHarbor Strategies\, Clara McConnell and Mike Saxl from Maine Street Solutions.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FZZhll_POSTqO5DuZ99-OfA%23|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nPanelists\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12921″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nSarah Delmar\, Partner\, Delmar Group\nSarah Upton Delmar is a partner at Delmar Group\, a consultancy dedicated to community building through ecosystem\, workforce\, and leadership development. She currently serves as a life sciences consultant to FocusMaine\, where she is helping to accelerate the growth of the sector through strategic planning\, ecosystem development\, and stakeholder engagement. She is also working with the Maine Technology Institute (MTI) to build lab infrastructure in the state through an upcoming RFP for shared lab space. \nSarah previously spent over a decade at the Cambridge Innovation Center (CIC)\, where she led global expansion and was instrumental in building CIC’s premier shared lab platform. Her work there focused on creating programmatic and physical innovation infrastructure to support tech and life sciences startups in cities across North America\, Europe\, and Asia. \nOriginally from a rural town in Downeast Maine\, Sarah has recently relocated back to the state with her family. She chairs FocusMaine’s Bioscience Advisory Team\, serves on the BioPilot / BioIN Advisory Council\, and is passionate about supporting Maine’s innovation economy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12922″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nOwen McCarthy\, Co-Founder\, MedRhythms\nRaised in Patten\, he grew up watching his father\, a third-generation logger\, leave for work at 2 a.m. and still make time for his family. His mother\, a second-generation lunch lady\, taught him the power of community. Their example shaped his belief that leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about showing up\, working hard\, and helping others succeed. \nAs valedictorian of Katahdin High School\, he learned firsthand from teachers like Mr. Duffy and Ms. Harvey that education can open doors. At the University of Maine\, he studied engineering as a Pulp and Paper Scholar\, was elected student body president\, and became the first in his family to graduate from college. Later\, he earned an MBA from Harvard Business School\, where he learned and practiced the tools to build and lead organizations. \nOwen co-founded MedRhythms\, a company pioneering FDA-approved technology to help people regain mobility after a stroke\, multiple sclerosis\, or Parkinson’s disease. Originally launched in Boston\, he moved the business to Maine\, proving that world-class innovation can thrive here. Under his leadership\, MedRhythms has raised over $60 million in capital\, was recognized as an FDA breakthrough technology\, and created high-paying jobs—all while advancing cutting-edge technology that serves people nationwide. \nAs a Trustee for the University of Maine System\, he helps oversee a network of seven public universities that educates nearly 30\,000 students. His leadership extends to the Rural Futures Fund\, where he works to lift up young people in small communities-like Patten\, and the Digital Therapeutics Alliance\, where he advocates for new approaches to healthcare. In recognition of his impact\, he was named a Presidential Leadership Scholar. \nOwen\, his wife Holly\, and their two sons live in Gorham and spend summers on Porter Lake. In his free time\, Owen enjoys playing basketball and watching Maine high school basketball—a hobby that deepens his connection to communities across the state and fuels his commitment to Maine ensuring remains a place where the next generation can thrive.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11903″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAileen Huang-Saad\, PhD\, Director of Life Sciences and Engineering Programs and Associate Professor of Bioengineering\, The Roux Institute at Northeastern University\nAileen Huang-Saad is the Director of Life Sciences\, Health\, and Engineering Programs at Northeastern’s Roux Institute (Portland\, Maine) and an Associate Professor of Bioengineering. Leveraging her experience with design\, entrepreneurship\, education research\, and industry\, she seeks close the gap between higher education and professional practice. Specifically\, she is designing interdisciplinary experiential education life sciences\, health\, and engineering programs to attract\, retain\, and advance talent in the state of Maine. These programs are designed to re-imagine how higher education and communities can work together to impact economic and talent development. Dr. Huang-Saad currently serves as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Springer’s Biomedical Engineering Education and is a member of the Maine State Workforce Board and the National Academies’ Roundtable on Systemic Change in Undergraduate STEM Education. She is also an American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering Fellow.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12923″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJeri Bowers\, Vice President of External Affairs and Chief of Staff\, MDI Biological Laboratory\nAileen Huang-Saad is the Director of Life Sciences\, Health\, and Engineering Programs at Northeastern’s Roux Institute (Portland\, Maine) and an Associate Professor of Bioengineering. Leveraging her experience with design\, entrepreneurship\, education research\, and industry\, she seeks close the gap between higher education and professional practice. Specifically\, she is designing interdisciplinary experiential education life sciences\, health\, and engineering programs to attract\, retain\, and advance talent in the state of Maine. These programs are designed to re-imagine how higher education and communities can work together to impact economic and talent development. Dr. Huang-Saad currently serves as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Springer’s Biomedical Engineering Education and is a member of the Maine State Workforce Board and the National Academies’ Roundtable on Systemic Change in Undergraduate STEM Education. She is also an American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering Fellow.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12752″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-legislative-update-webinar-maine-life-sciences-panel/
LOCATION:Virtual Via Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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SUMMARY:BioME Student Showcase 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA Maine life science research competition\nAn opportunity for Maine high school and college students to show off their passion for life science\, and present their research for a chance to win cash and academic prizes. The goal of this event is to support innovation and commercialization of student ideas in Maine\, as well as connect current students with potential future employers and entrepreneurial resources in the state. \nBioME Student Showcase features THREE competition categories: (1) high school students (grades 9-12)\, (2) college undergraduate students\, and (3) college graduate students. Students must be enrolled in Maine educational institutions to participate. Judges for the BioME Student Showcase include Maine scientists\, entrepreneurs\, academia and start-up/commercialization experts. \nThis event is open to our members and supporters. Join the event and meet Maine’s future scientists![/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER AS AUDIENCE” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-student-showcase-tickets-1259955784669%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1″ title=”STUDENT INFORMATION” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbiomaine.org%2Fbiome-student-showcase%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12744″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n9:30-10:00AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration & Poster Setup\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n10:00-11:30AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nHigh School & Undergrad Poster Competitions\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n11:30-12:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nLunch Break & High School and Undergrad Winners Announcements\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n12:45-2:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nGraduate Fast-Pitch Competition\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n2:00-3:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nGraduate Fast-Pitch Competition Winners Announcement\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11621″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-student-showcase-2025/
LOCATION:University of Maine’s Collins Center for the Arts\, 2 Flagstaff Rd\, Orono\, 04473\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T160000
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SUMMARY:BioME Career Exploration 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nCareer expo and workshops for Maine life science students and recent graduates\nJoin us on March 12\, 2025 from 12-4PM at the third annual BioME Career Exploration event – a career expo for Maine life science students. This event is for students at the high school junior and senior level\, college undergraduates\, college graduates\, recent graduates and anyone looking to change careers. Learn how to best position yourself for a career within Maine’s life sciences industry and explore the many opportunities within the state. \nMaine’s life science sector is thriving\, offering diverse fields of study\, a myriad of career opportunities\, and limitless potential for growth. A career in the life sciences can take many forms\, and students are able to receive education\, training and a great job right here in Maine. This event will provide a great opportunity for attendees to speak with Maine life science companies directly and hone their early career skills through professional workshops tailored to life science students. \nThe expo will feature tables staffed by Maine life science companies who will speak with students about positions within the company\, credentials needed\, and other tips about what they might look for in a team member. Workshops and breakout sessions will be geared toward students and new professionals looking to build on their life science specific workforce skills. \nLunch will be provided. Company tables will be available all day.  \nSee agenda\, workshop speakers\, and participating expo table organizations below.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-career-exploration-tickets-1245227491949%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n11:30-12:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:00-1:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nLunch\, Welcome Remarks & Company Introductions\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n1:00-1:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 1: Your Digital First Impression – LinkedIn Strategies for Success\nSpeaker: Kate Howell (Educate Maine) \nA strong LinkedIn profile is more than just an online resume—it’s a powerful tool for networking\, job searching\, and personal branding. In this session\, you’ll learn the essentials of creating and/or refining your LinkedIn profile while engaging in activities to strengthen your professional online presence. Through live demonstrations\, peer feedback\, and practical exercises\, you will leave with actionable steps to enhance your profile and use LinkedIn strategically for career development.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:00-2:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 2: Crafting Your 60-Second Science Story\nSpeaker: Elena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD (The Roux Institute) \nThis interactive workshop helps researchers cut through the jargon and technical language and get to the heart of what makes their work matter. You’ll craft a compelling elevator pitch that explains your research in a way that connects with people – whether they’re potential funders\, collaborators\, or someone you meet at a conference. Through engaging exercises and feedback from peers\, you’ll walk away with a clear\, confident 60-second pitch that answers the crucial “so what?” question about your research without putting anyone to sleep.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:00-3:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 3: Show Your Science\nSpeaker: Marnie MacLean (Moose Tree Media) \nYou can be the best scientist but your work won’t have an impact if you can’t tell others what you are discovering. You have to know how to communicate your science to various audiences. Even the most complicated science has a story\, and it’s important to learn how to tell that story in a way that is both engaging and informative. In this workshop we’ll look at why it’s so important for you to learn how to show your science and discuss specific “news you can use” tips to help you find your science story and share it with the world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:45-4:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nExpo Tables & Networking\nPlease note that expo tables will be available throughout the day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop Speakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11351″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nKate Howell\, Director of Workforce Partnerships\, Educate Maine\nKate Howell has worked in Human Resources and leadership roles throughout her career. Prior to joining Educate Maine\, Kate was HR Generalist at a biotech company in Portland focusing on recruitment\, career development\, and university relations. She led the national university relations program and brings a wealth of knowledge in the area of internship programming and university partnerships. Before moving to Maine\, Kate worked in New York City and Washington\, DC across a variety of industries and non-profit organizations. Kate holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Syracuse University and a SCP certification from the Society for Human Resources Management.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11714″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nElena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD\, Director\, Future of Healthcare Residency\, The Roux Institute\nElena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD\, is the Director of the Future of Healthcare Residency at The Roux Institute\, Northeastern University. Her mission is to fast-track healthcare’s future by empowering early-stage health tech innovators. With over a decade of healthcare experience\, Elena fuses her passions for healthcare innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and leadership. Her expertise spans experiential learning\, change management\, and program development. \nBefore joining The Roux Institute\, Elena dedicated over four years to MaineHealth\, initially in clinical implementation and later as a leader in innovation education and funding programs. She revamped program curricula\, guided clinicians and researchers in commercializing their ideas\, and fortified the innovation foundation of the health system. Preceding her time at MaineHealth\, Elena spent four years at Columbia University Medical Center/New York Presbyterian\, focusing on patient flow\, behavioral medicine research\, and organizational development. During her tenure\, she co-founded a consulting company offering evidence-based leadership and organizational development support for academic medical research groups. \nElena’s people-first approach to program development and partnerships is rooted in her background in Organizational Psychology. She holds an MBA and MPH concentrating in entrepreneurship\, change management\, and health policy\, and recently earned her EdD in Learning\, Leadership\, and Innovation from Northeastern University. Her doctoral research explored strategies for catalyzing healthcare innovation during the pandemic\, translating these strategies into action through experiential learning for large systems.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”12793″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMarnie MacLean\, President\, Moose Tree Media\nMarnie MacLean is the founder and President of Moose Tree Media\, a video production and public relations company based in Cumberland. Prior to starting her own company\, Marnie spent almost thirty years working as a television reporter and anchor in Bangor\, Portland\, Oklahoma City\, and Boston. She has engaged audiences through storytelling throughout every stage of her career\, first as an award-winning broadcast journalist\, then as a public relations and multimedia strategist\, and now as a video producer and editor. Her company uses the power of storytelling to create videos with impact for businesses and organizations across Maine and northern New England. Marnie holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Boston University.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nParticipating Expo Table Organizations\nAbbott\, Corning Life Sciences\, EnviroLogix\, Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies\, IDEXX Laboratories\, Inc.\, The Jackson Laboratory\, LGC Clinical Diagnostics\, MaineHealth\, MDI Biological Laboratory\, Maine Molecular Quality Controls\, Inc.\, University of Maine\, Orono\, University of Maine\, Augusta\, University of New England\, and The Roux Institute.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12744″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11687″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBryan Bozsik\, Senior Director of Quality\, Covetrus\nBryan Bozsik is an experienced quality aDurante and regulatory affairs leader with over 15 years of expertise in the in vitro diagnostic\, medical device\, analytical testing laboratory\, and pharmacy compounding industries. He has successfully led organizational quality systems through growth and merger\, and guided companies through complex regulatory changes. Bryan has held leadership roles in large multinational companies including Abbott Laboratories\, Alere\, and Covetrus\, where he currently is Sr. Director of Quality.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11689″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJess Davis-Knowlton\, PhD\, Senior Research Scientist\, BBI Solutions\nCurrently working as a Senior Research Scientist at BBI\, Portland\, Jess Davis-Knowlton has had a circuitous route to biotech industry. Her path has skirted med school\, danced with Drosophila courtship\, traversed a cross-state graduate program\, moonlighted with Microbiology instruction\, and touched down as part of a team building new antibody products.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11688″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nTom Snyder\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Medtech Startup\nTom is a medical device leader\, startup founder and mentor. He has led product development and commercialization teams at large and small companies (3M\, ACIST Medical and Lighthouse Imaging). As the CEO of Lighthouse Imaging\, Tom built a high performing team\, improved financial performance and positioned the company for acquisition. He is currently active in the medical device startup space and enjoys the challenge of turning concepts into successful products.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11621″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-career-exploration-2025/
LOCATION:The Roux Institute at Northeastern University\, 100 Fore St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250227T160000
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SUMMARY:Member Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Please note that this event has been postponed to February 27 due to snow.  \nBioME is hosting our third Member Meet & Greet on February 6\, 2025\, from 4-6PM at the BioME office in Portland. Join us for an exclusive gathering offering intimate networking\, a chance to showcase your company over pizza and beer. This is a member-only event (first come first serve) that will be a great opportunity to connect with BioME staff and other BioME members. \nPlease note that this event is full. If you are interested in attending our next Meet & Greet\, please contact us at brianna@biomaine.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nBioME Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12588″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-legislative-reception-tickets-511798030687|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/member-meet-greet-2025/
LOCATION:BioME Office\, 28 Maple St\, Suite 302\, Portland\, 04101
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T100000
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SUMMARY:BioME Legislative Update Webinar 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join BioME on February 12\, 2025 from 10-11AM via Zoom for a legislative update call. This webinar will provide members with. the latest information on BioME’s policy priorities\, current legislative developments shaping the life sciences industry\, and actionable insights to navigate these changes. \nThis event is hosted by BioME in collaboration with our expert policy consultants\, Dana O’Brien from BioHarbor Strategies\, Clara McConnell and Mike Saxl from Maine Street Solutions.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FJcZOxvM7RlmFej0ghUEuWw|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12752″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-legislative-update-webinar-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual Via Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241209T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
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SUMMARY:BioME Holiday Mixer 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin us for an evening of networking & Holiday Cheer on December 9th from 5-7PM.\nOur annual Holiday Mixer will feature an evening of networking and a good deal of Holiday cheer at one of our favorite venues – Après in Portland. Check in with Maine’s life sciences community\, make new connections and see what we’ll be up to in 2025. Network over Maine craft seltzers and hors d’oeuvres. \nThis event is free and open to all. Attendees must register prior to the event.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-holiday-mixer-tickets-1044297922197%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”12001″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-holiday-mixer-2024/
LOCATION:Après Portland\, 148 Anderson St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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SUMMARY:ME Bioscience Day 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nGet Involved: Participate\, Volunteer or Sponsor!\nBioME’s 9th annual ME Bioscience Day will be held throughout the week of November 18\, 2024. This is a statewide event that aims to get middle school students excited about science and inform them of the opportunities that they might have working in a science-related field in their future. This year\, we are hosting a hybrid model with both in-person volunteers and virtual programming. \nBioscience Association of Maine (BioME) started this initiative in 2016 to promote science as a subject in schools and create student awareness for a potential career path in a science field. ME Bioscience Day 2023 was able to reach over 5\,400 students from 46 schools. Help us keep it going for 9th annual event in 2024 through participation\, volunteer or sponsorship![/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”LEARN MORE” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbiomaine.org%2Fme-bioscience-day%2F”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/me-bioscience-day-2024/
LOCATION:Maine Middle Schools
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SUMMARY:Reception at the Gallery
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nLife Sciences Visual Content Library Showcase\nJoin us for an exclusive evening at the Portland Museum of Art on November 12 as we unveil our Life Sciences Visual Content Library. This curated collection of high-quality photos and videos showcases Maine’s thriving life sciences sector\, providing essential marketing resources for local organizations\, businesses\, and media outlets. \nAt this reception\, attendees will get a first look at the rich visual content that highlights the innovation\, talent\, and resources that make Maine a hub for life sciences. Enjoy drinks\, light refreshments\, and network with professionals from Maine’s life sciences community. \nThis project is a collaboration between BioME\, FocusMaine\, Northeastern University’s Roux Institute and Maine Life Science Network.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Freception-at-the-gallery-tickets-1044267932497%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nProject Collaborators\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”3873″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11806″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11466″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11995″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\n\nThe event will feature a taco bar catered by Bird & Co. and a cash bar will be available. There will be two optional tours starting at 5 and 6PM. The event will be held both indoor and outdoor and is free and open to the public. Register now – tickets are limited! \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11889″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/reception-at-the-gallery/
LOCATION:Portland Museum of Art\, 7 Congress Square\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T103000
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SUMMARY:BioME Annual Conference 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join us at the BioME Annual Conference 2024 on October 2 at University of New England’s Innovation Hall in Portland\, ME. Learn about the life sciences industry in Maine and network with the biotech and medical device community and receive a copy of the upcoming BioME Industry Report. \nWe will start off by sharing key findings from the new BioME Industry Report focused on employment\, earnings\, establishments\, economic impact\, investments and other important aspects of this sector. This BioME report will be distributed on the day of the event. The event will feature panel sessions\, engaging talks\, presentations\, networking and expo tables. \nBioME Annual Conferences are open to all and provides the community with an opportunity to learn about the life sciences industry in Maine\, and connect with industry professionals\, academia\, research institutions and government. BioME Annual Conference brings together nearly 250 professionals to discuss our industry’s importance within the state\, partnerships and collaborations\, and the latest in scientific breakthroughs.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-annual-conference-2024-tickets-989242610277|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n10:30-11:00AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration\, Expo Tables & Networking\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n11:00-11:45AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWelcome Remarks & Industry Report Findings\nAgnieszka Carpenter (BioME)\nDr. James D. Herbert (UNE)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n11:45-12:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nQ&A Session and Comments from the Audience\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:00-12:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nLunch Break\, Networking & Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:45-1:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nEducational Programs Update\nBillie Cary (BioME)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n1:00-1:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nKeynote Address: Bio (R)evolution – The Next Wave of Biotech is Here Now\nKevin Mills\, PhD (BioKansas)\nBiotechnology is changing nearly every facet of our lives. The next technological revolution will be a biological one\, and it is already happening. Tectonic shifts in biology\, computation\, energy\, agriculture\, manufacturing and more are all converging to transform nearly every part of everyday life. How – and where – the R&D that is ushering in this change is\, itself\, evolving – and bringing with it incredible new opportunities. The future of biotech is limitless\, and the future is here now.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n1:45-2:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nAdvocacy Update: Maine’s R&D Bond Overview\nPatrick Woodcock (Maine State Chamber of Commerce)\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:00-2:10PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nBreak: Networking and Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:10-3:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nPanel Discussion: Redefining Life Sciences in Maine\nPanelists: Michael Brigham (ImmuCell Corporation)\, Dr. Julia Brown (Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences)\, Shane O’Neill (University of Maine)\, Kaitlyn Haase (Kinotek Inc) and Moderator: Dana O’Brien (BioHarbor Strategies).\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:00-3:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nBreak: Networking and Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:30-4:20PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nPanel Discussion: Expanding the Life Sciences Ecosystem in Maine\nPanelists: Patrick Breeding (Marin Skincare)\, Dr. Aileen Huang-Saad (The Roux Institute)\, Michael McKernan (The Jackson Laboratory)\, Phoenix McLaughlin (Maine DECD) and Moderator: Dr. Janet Yancey-Wrona (University of Maine).\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n4:20-4:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nClosing Remarks\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n4:30-6:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nNetworking Reception\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11962″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJames D. Herbert\, PhD\, President\, University of New England\nJames D. Herbert is the sixth president of the University of New England\, serving since July 2017. President Herbert has led the university in developing and executing a strategic plan that centers UNE’s mission to enhance the health of individuals\, communities\, and the natural world\, overseeing growth in academic\, research\, and athletic programs\, new facilities\, and strategic external partnerships. He is a champion of the university as the ultimate marketplace of ideas and an advocate for the transformational marriage of active classroom instruction with experiential learning.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11899″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nKevin Mills\, PhD\, President & CEO\, BioKansas\, Keynote Speaker\nKevin Mills has been President & CEO of BioKansas since March 2024. Prior to his current role he was the Chief Scientific Officer for the National Hemophilia Foundation. He previously co-founded two biotechnology startups\, Cyteir Therapeutics and Zubibio. Dr. Mills was a faculty member at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor (ME) from 2005 to 2016. He received his PhD from MIT and was a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard Medical School.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11904″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nPatrick Woodcock\, President & CEO\, Maine State Chamber of Commerce\nPatrick joined the Maine State Chamber in October 2023 as President and CEO after returning to his home state from serving in a number of state energy leadership positions in New England. Prior to joining the Chamber\, Patrick was the Commissioner of the Department of Energy Resources under Governor Charlie Baker in Massachusetts\, where he oversaw offshore wind procurements\, new building codes\, solar policies\, and all other state and regional energy policies. He also served on the Board of the National Association of State Energy Officials\, and several state and regional energy boards. Prior to working in Massachusetts\, Patrick was Director of the Maine Energy Office from 2013 to 2016 in the Governor LePage Administration where he led efforts to expand air source heat pump adoption and other energy efficiency investments. He previously served as an adviser to former U.S. Senator Olympia J. Snowe in her Washington\, D.C. office. Patrick graduated from Bowdoin College in 2004 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11910″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nDana O’Brien\, Founder & President\, BioHarbor Strategies\nDana O’Brien: Dana is the founder and president of BioHarbor Strategies\, a boutique public affairs consulting firm centered on boosting the blue bioeconomy through sustainability and science. He is an accomplished government and association executive with significant experience in public policy\, communications\, and coalition building. Dana has a record of securing lasting and impactful policy wins in complicated political environments and holds deep connections with players in government and across the food and agriculture value chain. He began his career on Capitol Hill serving as Legislative Director for Congressman Ike Skelton\, a bipartisan and respected leader on rural development and military affairs. He then served as Executive Vice President for Food and Agriculture and Chief Sustainability Officer at the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) and as President of FocusMaine. Dana is a member of the BioME advocacy committee and the Maine Ballot Question Committee seeking voter approval of the Maine Research and Development Bond (Question #2) this fall. He is also a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and serves on the Board of Directors of The Cultivating Change Foundation\, an organization dedicated to valuing and elevating LGBTQ+ people in food and agriculture. Dana is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia and resides in Oguniquit with his husband Kevin Kelley and his dog\, Murphy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11915″ img_size=”thumbnail”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMichael Brigham\, President & CEO\, ImmuCell Corporation\nMr. Brigham was appointed to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer in February 2000\, while maintaining the titles of Treasurer and Secretary\, and was appointed to serve as a Director of the Company in March 1999. He previously had been elected Vice President of the Company in December 1998 and had served as Chief Financial Officer since October 1991. He has served as Secretary since December 1995 and as Treasurer since October 1991. Prior to that\, he served as Director of Finance and Administration since originally joining the Company in September 1989. Mr. Brigham served as a member of the Board of Directors of the United Way of York County from 2012 to 2019\, serving as its Treasurer until June 2016 and as Chair of the Board of Directors for one year and as a member of its Executive Committee. Mr. Brigham served as the Treasurer of the Board of Trustees of the Kennebunk Free Library from 2005 to 2011. He re-joined the Finance Committee of the library in 2012. Prior to joining the Company\, he was employed as an audit manager for the public accounting firm of Ernst & Young in New York City. Mr. Brigham earned his Masters in Business Administration from New York University in 1989 and a Bachelor of Arts degree (with a double major in Economics and Spanish) from Trinity College in Hartford\, Connecticut in 1983.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11944″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJulia Brown\, PhD\, Research Scientist\, Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences\nJulia is a Research Scientist at Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences. Julia has a multidisciplinary background\, having earned an undergraduate degree in Chemistry from Carleton College\, a PhD in Microbiology from Cornell University\, and postdoctoral experience in Systems and Computational Biology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Brown came to Bigelow as a Bioinformatician for the Single Cell Genomics Center in 2016\, was promoted to Bioinformatics Scientist in 2020 and Research Scientist in 2022. Brown has worked on several high-impact research projects resulting in highly cited publications\, including discovery of novel marine viruses\, development of techniques to link physical traits of wild microbial cells to their genomes\, and discovery that viruses serve as a food source for the ocean’s smallest eukaryotes. \nJulia’s current research aims to characterize the diversity and roles of marine viruses and microbes in order to better understand their activity and potential within climate relevant ecosystems. Her research utilizes integrated field-based sampling approaches coupled with state-of-the-art nucleic acid sequencing technologies and advanced bioinformatic analyses to draw out novel\, otherwise unseen connections and relationships. Julia is also involved in educational activities at Bigelow such as mentoring undergraduate interns\, teaching for Bigelow’s Sea Change Semester\, and hosting data carpentry and bioinformatics workshops.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11948″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nShane O’Neill\, Forest Industry Business Development Manager\, University of Maine\nShane O’Neill is the Forest Industry Business Development Manager at the University of Maine in Orono. Shane serves as a forest sector ombudsman for Maine’s forest economy\, identifying resources and capacities within the University of Maine System\, state agencies and non-profits to support forest-focused businesses and communities across the region and coordinating impactful projects to advance forest-based innovations. \nShane works across the forest supply chain and products markets with established businesses and startups to increase competitiveness\, commercialize new products\, advance business development\, and increase workforce access and participation. Shane is also deeply involved in diverse multi-partner collaboration efforts across the state and region\, including the Forest Opportunity Roadmap/Maine\, Maine’s EDA Forest Bioeconomy Tech Hub\, and an NSF Engines regional forest economy innovation accelerator across Maine\, New Hampshire\, and Vermont. \nShane’s education is in Wood Science focused on industrial processing and composites\, with degrees from Michigan Technological University and the University of Maine. Prior to his current role at UMaine\, Shane spent 18 years in technical\, manufacturing\, and management roles across the building products\, injection molding\, and packaging industries\, founding two consulting LLCs focused on product innovation and forest-based composites technical research.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11952″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nKaitlyn Haase\, Director of Quality & Research\, Kinotek\nKaitlyn Haase is the Director of Quality & Research at Kinotek\, a Portland\, ME-based startup revolutionizing how people understand and track movement health through advanced technology. In this role\, Kaitlyn oversees and guides Kinotek’s research and quality management strategies\, ensuring alignment with business goals and product development. With a strong background in data science and UX research\, she brings extensive experience from her previous positions\, including as Research Manager at the VEMI Lab and Research Analyst at the Spatial Knowledge & Artificial Intelligence Lab at the University of Maine. \nKaitlyn earned a B.S. in Mathematics and Secondary Education from the University of Maine at Farmington in 2013\, and an M.S. in Spatial Information Science & Engineering from the University of Maine in 2018.\nShe is also a passionate advocate for women and children in STEM\, actively promoting gender equality and inspiring the next generation of innovators through outreach programs\, mentoring\, and workshop opportunities.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11897″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJanet Yancey-Wrona\, PhD\, Technology Business Development Manager\, University of Maine\nJanet is the Technology Business Development Manager for the University of Maine\, helping to commercialize important new discoveries from the University. This position follows a variety of management positions in life sciences-based companies. After beginning her professional career as a research scientist at IDEXX Labs\, Janet served as the founding President of the Maine Technology Institute\, overseeing more than $40 million in investments for R&D in Maine-based organizations. From there\, she moved on to manage two pharmaceutical start-ups\, a research products company and served a variety of marketing roles\, most recently as Director of Marketing for the testing business at Lonza\, one of the world’s largest healthcare manufacturing companies. Janet’s background includes a doctoral degree in biology from the University of North Carolina\, and a post-doctoral fellowship at the National Institutes of Health.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11900″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nPatrick Breeding\, Co-Founder & CEO\, Marin Skincare\nPatrick is a biotechnology entrepreneur and co-founder of Marin Skincare\, which develops active skincare ingredients from sustainable marine sources\, and brings products to people through their brand Marin Skincare. Marin creates gentle and effective skincare products for people with eczema\, psoriasis and dry skin using a glycoprotein found in lobster as the key ingredient. He is also a co-founder of KinoTek\, an innovative movement analysis startup using motion capture and virtual reality to visualize\, analyze and communicate biomechanical information to decrease risk of musculoskeletal injury. \nPatrick earned his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering in 2017 and M.S. in Biomedical Engineering in 2019 from the University of Maine. He is passionate about biotechnology research and commercialization in various fields\, spanning skincare\, marine bioresources\, drug development\, medical education and sports performance innovation\, and enjoys participating in regular K-12 outreach experiences motivating and mentoring students for careers in STEM.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11903″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAileen Huang-Saad\, PhD\, MBA\, Director of Life Sciences and Engineering Programs and Associate Professor of Bioengineering\, The Roux Institute at Northeastern University\nAileen Huang-Saad is the Director of Life Sciences\, Health\, and Engineering Programs at Northeastern’s Roux Institute (Portland\, Maine) and an Associate Professor of Bioengineering. Leveraging her experience with design\, entrepreneurship\, education research\, and industry\, she seeks close the gap between higher education and professional practice. Specifically\, she is designing interdisciplinary experiential education life sciences\, health\, and engineering programs to attract\, retain\, and advance talent in the state of Maine. These programs are designed to re-imagine how higher education and communities can work together to impact economic and talent development. Dr. Huang-Saad currently serves as Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Springer’s Biomedical Engineering Education and is a member of the Maine State Workforce Board and the National Academies’ Roundtable on Systemic Change in Undergraduate STEM Education. She is also an American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering Fellow.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11908″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMichael McKernan\, Director\, Government & Community Relations\, The Jackson Laboratory\nMichael McKernan is Director of Government and Community Relations\, The Jackson Laboratory (JAX)\, Bar Harbor. JAX is an independent\, non-profit\, biomedical laboratory and a world leader in the development and use of mouse models for human disease research. Mike advocates for JAX and life sciences R&D at the state and federal level\, builds and sustains community partnerships\, and helps support a range of JAX strategic operating initiatives including housing\, childcare\, and transportation. He works with JAX scientists to establish points of connection between their research and statewide health concerns including aging\, cancer\, and addiction. Mike brings to his work a special focus on education and workforce development. For over 20 years prior to his current role\, he directed STEM and undergraduate education programs at both JAX and the Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11958″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nPhoenix McLaughlin\, Director of Strategy Implementation\, Maine Department of Economic and Community Development\nPhoenix McLaughlin is the Director of Strategy Implementation at the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development. In this role\, he oversees the Maine Economic Development Strategy and manages numerous Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan initiatives. Previously\, Phoenix led the department’s business incentives programs\, including the development of the Dirigo Business Incentives program\, and worked on legislative affairs. Additionally\, he managed special projects for the Commissioner and the Office of Business Development\, including the creation of the State’s Forest Bioproducts Advanced Manufacturing Tech Hub. McLaughlin received a B.A. in International Political Economy from Colorado College and a Master in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School. He resides in Lewiston.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nSponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11966″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1717603283971{margin-bottom: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11353″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMike Saxl\, Managing Principal\, Maine Street Solutions\nMike became Managing Principal of Maine Street Solutions and Counsel to Verrill following his service as a member of the Maine House of Representatives (1995-2002) and as Speaker of the Maine House (2000-2002). Mike brings over 30 years of professional public policy experience\, through his service an elected official\, a campaign operative\, state and federal policy staff\, and lobbying at all levels of government. Through those experiences\, Mike and the MSS team provide a cutting-edge combination of services to clients. \nMike grew up in Bangor\, graduated from Bowdoin College and the University of Maine School of Law\, represented the West End of Portland in the legislature and currently resides in Belgrade.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11339″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nLucy Liaw\, PhD\, Faculty Scientist III and Professor\, MaineHealth Institute for Research\nLucy Liaw is currently a Faculty Scientist at MaineHealth Institute for Research where she leads a biomedical research program in cardiometabolic disease\, a Center of Biomedical Research Excellence in Metabolic Networks\, and two institutional training grants to support research experiences for undergraduate college students and MaineTrack medical students. She is passionate about training\, education\, and mentorship\, and accessibility of careers in STEM. Because of this\, she has overseen the Research Training and Education programs at MaineHealth Institute for Research for over a decade. Through her academic affiliations at University of Maine\, Tufts University School of Medicine\, University of Southern Maine\, and the Roux Institute\, she serves as a professor\, mentor\, and advocate for students and young professional advancing within biomedical sciences and research.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11361″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBarbara Stewart\, PhD\, Chair of Science Department and STEM Coordinator\, Bangor High School\nBarbara is the chair of the science and engineering department at Bangor High School. She is also the research coordinator for the STEM Academy at Bangor which provides STEM research and educational opportunities for forty five students each year. Her students have achieved at the highest levels of science competition\, including the International BioGENEius\, the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF)\, and the National Junior Science and Humanities Research symposium (JSHS). She is also a founding member of Water for ME\, a nonprofit organization promoting water education and research in the state and throughout the world. \nBarbara earned at PhD in chemistry at the University of Maine\, a master’s degree in science education from the University of Maine and a bachelor’s degree from Wesleyan University in Connecticut. After completing her post doc at the University of Massachusetts\, she moved back to Maine with her family to start an educational software company and work as a lecturer in the chemistry department at the University of Maine. She also grew up in Houlton and is proud of her county roots.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11374″ img_size=”thumbnail”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nSarah Stillings\, Sr. Learning and Talent Program Manager\, Global Operations Program Management Office\, IDEXX\nSarah Stillings is a learning practitioner with more than a decade of experience designing\, developing\, and delivering learning experiences across K12\, Higher Education\, and corporate markets. She has developed and led learning programs at Pearson Education\, University of New England\, and IDEXX Laboratories\, helping learners build the skills they need to excel in their current roles and grow their careers. Sarah currently works in Global Operations at IDEXX Laboratories where she leads a diverse portfolio of learning and talent programs that align with the organization’s business objectives while nurturing the employee experience to improve retention\, performance\, and engagement.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-annual-conference-2023-registration-695343690697%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-annual-conference-2024/
LOCATION:University of New England – Innovation Hall\, 772 Stevens Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T190000
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SUMMARY:Bio & Brews 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nTour & Networking\nBioME’s second “Bio & Brews” will take place on September 12th from 4:30-7:00PM at the The Cellars at Allagash Brewing Company in Portland\, ME. Join us for a captivating evening of science\, networking and delicious brews. \nBio & Brews offers a unique platform for life science professionals\, enthusiasts\, and curious minds to come together and connect with the community. Explore the scientific foundations of beer brewing where you’ll learn about the intersections of biology\, chemistry\, and craftsmanship. \nThe event will feature several different tours of Allagash’s facility. Upon registration\, you can select one of the following tours: Fermentation Science\, QC & Lab Work or Flavors in Beer. \nThere will be food provided and a cash bar will be available. Tours are optional.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbio-brews-tickets-944464066447|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Parking & Location\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11887″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11889″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\n\nThe event will feature a taco bar catered by Bird & Co. and a cash bar will be available. There will be two optional tours starting at 5 and 6PM. The event will be held both indoor and outdoor and is free and open to the public. Register now – tickets are limited! \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/bio-brews-2024/
LOCATION:The Cellars at Allagash Brewing Company\, 50 Industrial Way\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240611T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240611T180000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20240521T204028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T204028Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Member Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]BioME is hosting our second Member Meet & Greet on June 11\, 2024\, from 4-6PM at the BioME office in Portland. Join us for an exclusive gathering offering intimate networking\, a chance to showcase your company over pizza and beer. This is a member-only\, invitation-only event that will be a great opportunity to connect with BioME staff and other BioME members. \nIf you are interested in attending our next Meet & Greet\, please contact us at info@biomaine.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nBioME Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11820″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-legislative-reception-tickets-511798030687|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/spring-member-meet-and-greet/
LOCATION:BioME Office\, 28 Maple St\, Suite 302\, Portland\, 04101
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20240320T173238Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Bioscience 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA celebration of female scientists and entrepreneurs in Maine\nJoin us on May 23rd from 4:30-7PM for our seventh annual Women in Bioscience event at Halo at the Point in Portland for an inspiring keynote address\, networking\, and delicious food and drinks. \nWomen in Bioscience is a celebration of female scientists and entrepreneurs highlighting success stories and insights on navigating career advantages and overcoming obstacles. More than just a networking event\, this gathering is about empowerment. \nPrepare for a captivating keynote address featuring Amy VanHaren\, CEO & Founder of pumpspotting. Attendees will have the opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals\, exchange ideas\, and build valuable relationships than can propel your career forward.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fwomen-in-bioscience-tickets-871820878717%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nKeynote Speaker\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11764″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAmy VanHaren\, CEO & Founder\, pumpspotting\nAmy VanHaren is the CEO and founder of Pumpspotting\, a women’s health technology company. Pumpspotting is closing the gap in maternal health through accessible breastfeeding solutions. Amy created Pumpspotting after struggling to feed both her family and career. Traveling 25\,000 miles cross-country on her Breast Express RV she sparked a movement for mothers. Under her leadership\, the company has served over 75\,000 parents and designed lactation solutions for organizations from Fortune 100 companies to small businesses to NASA. \nAmy is a former brand builder for iconic brands like Patagonia and Stonyfield and powerhouse in FamTech. Forbes recognized her as a Next 1000 Entrepreneur and Fast Company a creator of a World-Changing Idea. Vogue featured her leadership in the breastfeeding revolution. Amy is a Mainer\, mother\, and fierce advocate for creating support systems for women and families.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11607″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA celebration of female scientists and entrepreneurs in Maine\nJoin us on May 24th from 4-7PM for our sixth annual Women in Bioscience networking event at Grace in Portland for an inspiring panel discussion\, keynote address\, networking\, oysters from Lady Shuckers\, and delicious food and drinks. \nThe event features a moderated panel discussion of acclaimed female scientists and entrepreneurs focusing on success stories\, career advantages and obstacles\, along with practical concepts to advance women in the bioscience industry. Additionally\, we aim to inspire a younger audience to pursue a career in this industry by highlighting numerous career options\, companies throughout Maine.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]4:00-4:30PM Registration & Networking\n4:30-4:50PM Keynote Address by Lisa Rich-Milan\n4:50-5:30PM Panel Discussion\nSpeakers: Lisa Rich-Milan (Maridose LLC)\, Adriana Rosato\, PhD (MaineHealth Institute for Research)\, Amanda Howland (ElleVet Sciences)\, Melissa Maginnis\, PhD (University of Maine)\, and Marsha Rolle\, PhD\, moderator (Roux Institute)\n5:30-7:00PM Networking\, Food & Drinks[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11202″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAdriana Rosato\, PhD\, Director\, Center for Molecular Medicine and Faculty Scientist III\, MaineHealth Institute for Research\nDr Adriana Rosato is the Director of the Center for Molecular Medicine at Maine Health Institute for Research. She is a visiting Professor of Medicine at Tufts University\, and ad-joint Professor of Pathology at the University of California\, Riverside\, CA. She is member of the Gulf Coast Consortia (GCC) Cluster for Antimicrobial Resistance (GCC AMR)\, member of American Society of Microbiology (ASM)\, and the Infectious Diseases Society of America. She has received multiple awards\, including Faculty Award and Outstanding service as mentor of minorities. Dr Rosato earned his MSc\, and Ph.D at the University Paris XI\, Pasteur Institute\, Paris\, France. She is an internationally recognized expert on molecular mechanisms of antibiotic resistance with emphasis in multi-drug resistant pathogens (MDR)\, clinical impact of resistance\, and the molecular epidemiology and evolution of MDR\, the host human response during MDR infections and in the effects of antimicrobials and immunotherapies (e.g. cancer) on the microbiome. Her works have been published extensively (> 60) . She is Editor in numerous journals of the ASM\, former standing reviewer\, ad-hoc of NIH and European Agencies in where her input has contributed to important funding decisions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11169″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAmanda Howland\, CCO & Cofounder\, ElleVet Sciences\nAmanda Howland is ElleVet’s co-founder. Amanda was instrumental in development of ElleVet’s proprietary product line. She has over 20 years experience in public health research and marketing\, and has a BA from Colby College and an MPH from UNE.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11195″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMelissa Maginnis\, PhD\, Associate Professor of Microbiology\, University of Maine\nDr. Melissa Maginnis is an Associate Professor of Microbiology in the Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences at The University of Maine. She was born and raised in Pennsylvania and earned her B.S. in Biological Sciences from Neumann College. Dr. Maginnis earned her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from Vanderbilt University in Dr. Terry Dermody’s laboratory and performed postdoctoral training at Brown University in Dr. Walter Atwood’s laboratory. Dr. Maginnis joined the UMaine faculty in 2014\, and her laboratory at UMaine is focused on defining how the human JC polyomavirus recognizes and invades host cells; this work can ultimately elucidate targets for novel antiviral therapies to prevent or treat viral illnesses.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11168″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nModerator: Marsha Rolle\, PhD\, Visiting Professor of Chemical Engineering\, Roux Institute at Northeastern University\nMarsha Rolle\, Ph.D. is a visiting professor of chemical engineering at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University in Portland\, ME. A native New Englander\, she grew up in Freeport\, ME and earned her B.S. degree in Biochemistry from Brown University in Providence\, RI. After graduation\, she joined Sulzer Innotec (then part of SulzerMedica\, Austin\, TX) to develop drug delivery technologies for medical devices. She earned a PhD in Bioengineering at the University of Washington and postdoctoral training at the Benaroya Research Institute in Seattle. \nSince 2007\, Dr. Rolle has been a member of the biomedical engineering faculty at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester\, MA. She is passionate about commercial translation of biomedical technologies and cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset in her students. She published over 40 peer-reviewed articles with students and international collaborators in the fields of tissue engineering and biomaterials and holds 10 issued U.S. patents. In 2020\, she co-founded the Cell Engineering Research Equipment Suite (CERES@WPI) in collaboration with the Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI) biotech incubator; funded by the Massachusetts Life Science Center. Her work has been funded by DAAD (faculty fellowship to Fraunhofer Institute in Stuttgart\, Germany)\, National Institutes of Health\, National Science Foundation\, and Manufacturing USA Institutes.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/women-in-bioscience-2024/
LOCATION:Halo at the Point\, 20 Van Aken Way\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T113000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20240416T193548Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Maine Week: Life Sciences Panel
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin BioME at Startup Maine Week!\nGet ready to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit at Startup Maine Week\, May 14-17! Join us for expert insight\, skill building\, and meaningful connections to make big things happen. \nThe Biotech and Life Sciences in Maine panel will be held on May 17 from 10:30-11:30am (location TBC) and will feature John Konsin (Co-Founder & CEO\, Prapela\, Inc.)\, Kendra Batchelder\, PhD (Co-Founder\, WAVED Medical\, LLC)\, Tom Snyder (Co-Founder & CEO\, Medtech Startup)\, and Agnieszka Carpenter (Executive Director\, BioME). \nBuy your tickets and check out the program at www.startupmaine.org.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”LEARN MORE & REGISTER” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.startupmaine.org%2Fprogram|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA celebration of female scientists and entrepreneurs in Maine\nJoin us on May 24th from 4-7PM for our sixth annual Women in Bioscience networking event at Grace in Portland for an inspiring panel discussion\, keynote address\, networking\, oysters from Lady Shuckers\, and delicious food and drinks. \nThe event features a moderated panel discussion of acclaimed female scientists and entrepreneurs focusing on success stories\, career advantages and obstacles\, along with practical concepts to advance women in the bioscience industry. Additionally\, we aim to inspire a younger audience to pursue a career in this industry by highlighting numerous career options\, companies throughout Maine.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]4:00-4:30PM Registration & Networking\n4:30-4:50PM Keynote Address by Lisa Rich-Milan\n4:50-5:30PM Panel Discussion\nSpeakers: Lisa Rich-Milan (Maridose LLC)\, Adriana Rosato\, PhD (MaineHealth Institute for Research)\, Amanda Howland (ElleVet Sciences)\, Melissa Maginnis\, PhD (University of Maine)\, and Marsha Rolle\, PhD\, moderator (Roux Institute)\n5:30-7:00PM Networking\, Food & Drinks[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11202″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAdriana Rosato\, PhD\, Director\, Center for Molecular Medicine and Faculty Scientist III\, MaineHealth Institute for Research\nDr Adriana Rosato is the Director of the Center for Molecular Medicine at Maine Health Institute for Research. She is a visiting Professor of Medicine at Tufts University\, and ad-joint Professor of Pathology at the University of California\, Riverside\, CA. She is member of the Gulf Coast Consortia (GCC) Cluster for Antimicrobial Resistance (GCC AMR)\, member of American Society of Microbiology (ASM)\, and the Infectious Diseases Society of America. She has received multiple awards\, including Faculty Award and Outstanding service as mentor of minorities. Dr Rosato earned his MSc\, and Ph.D at the University Paris XI\, Pasteur Institute\, Paris\, France. She is an internationally recognized expert on molecular mechanisms of antibiotic resistance with emphasis in multi-drug resistant pathogens (MDR)\, clinical impact of resistance\, and the molecular epidemiology and evolution of MDR\, the host human response during MDR infections and in the effects of antimicrobials and immunotherapies (e.g. cancer) on the microbiome. Her works have been published extensively (> 60) . She is Editor in numerous journals of the ASM\, former standing reviewer\, ad-hoc of NIH and European Agencies in where her input has contributed to important funding decisions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11169″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nAmanda Howland\, CCO & Cofounder\, ElleVet Sciences\nAmanda Howland is ElleVet’s co-founder. Amanda was instrumental in development of ElleVet’s proprietary product line. She has over 20 years experience in public health research and marketing\, and has a BA from Colby College and an MPH from UNE.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11195″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMelissa Maginnis\, PhD\, Associate Professor of Microbiology\, University of Maine\nDr. Melissa Maginnis is an Associate Professor of Microbiology in the Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences at The University of Maine. She was born and raised in Pennsylvania and earned her B.S. in Biological Sciences from Neumann College. Dr. Maginnis earned her Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology from Vanderbilt University in Dr. Terry Dermody’s laboratory and performed postdoctoral training at Brown University in Dr. Walter Atwood’s laboratory. Dr. Maginnis joined the UMaine faculty in 2014\, and her laboratory at UMaine is focused on defining how the human JC polyomavirus recognizes and invades host cells; this work can ultimately elucidate targets for novel antiviral therapies to prevent or treat viral illnesses.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11168″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nModerator: Marsha Rolle\, PhD\, Visiting Professor of Chemical Engineering\, Roux Institute at Northeastern University\nMarsha Rolle\, Ph.D. is a visiting professor of chemical engineering at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University in Portland\, ME. A native New Englander\, she grew up in Freeport\, ME and earned her B.S. degree in Biochemistry from Brown University in Providence\, RI. After graduation\, she joined Sulzer Innotec (then part of SulzerMedica\, Austin\, TX) to develop drug delivery technologies for medical devices. She earned a PhD in Bioengineering at the University of Washington and postdoctoral training at the Benaroya Research Institute in Seattle. \nSince 2007\, Dr. Rolle has been a member of the biomedical engineering faculty at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) in Worcester\, MA. She is passionate about commercial translation of biomedical technologies and cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset in her students. She published over 40 peer-reviewed articles with students and international collaborators in the fields of tissue engineering and biomaterials and holds 10 issued U.S. patents. In 2020\, she co-founded the Cell Engineering Research Equipment Suite (CERES@WPI) in collaboration with the Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI) biotech incubator; funded by the Massachusetts Life Science Center. Her work has been funded by DAAD (faculty fellowship to Fraunhofer Institute in Stuttgart\, Germany)\, National Institutes of Health\, National Science Foundation\, and Manufacturing USA Institutes.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/startup-maine-week/
LOCATION:ME
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://biomaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Startup-Maine-Week-1-copy-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240508T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240508T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20240425T133206Z
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SUMMARY:BioME Legislative Update: Webinar 2
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join BioME on May 8\, 2024 from 10-11AM via Zoom for a legislative update call. This will be the last of a 2-part webinar series to update our members on BioME policy priorities\, current legislative developments shaping the life sciences industry\, and empower our members with actionable insights. This event is hosted by BioME in collaboration with our expert policy consultants from Maine Street Solutions. \nThis event will feature Brian Whitney (Maine Technology Institute)\, Clara McConnell (Maine Street Solutions) and Mike Saxl (Maine Street Solutions).[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FtZYkdeCgqzIsGdWa67hd2Y2DXLd-ZfkqnHM4|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11617″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-legislative-update-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Via Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20240222T175528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T191444Z
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SUMMARY:BioME Student Showcase 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA Maine life science research competition\nAn opportunity for Maine high school and college students to show off their passion for life science\, and present their research for a chance to win cash and academic prizes. The goal of this event is to support innovation and commercialization of student ideas in Maine\, as well as connect current students with potential future employers and entrepreneurial resources in the state. \nBioME Student Showcase features THREE competition categories: (1) high school students (grades 9-12)\, (2) college undergraduate students\, and (3) college graduate students. Students must be enrolled in Maine educational institutions to participate. Judges for the BioME Student Showcase include Maine scientists\, entrepreneurs\, academia and start-up/commercialization experts. \nThis event is open to our members and supporters. Join the event and meet Maine’s future scientists![/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER AS AUDIENCE” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-student-showcase-tickets-848556143267%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_btn style=”btn-1″ title=”STUDENT INFORMATION” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbiomaine.org%2Fbiome-student-showcase%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n9:30-10:00AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration & Poster Setup\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n10:00-11:30AM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nHigh School & Undergrad Poster Competitions\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n11:30-12:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nLunch Break & High School and Undergrad Winners Announcements\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n12:45-2:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nGraduate Fast-Pitch Competition\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \n2:00-3:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nGraduate Fast-Pitch Competition Winners Announcement\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11621″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-student-showcase-2024/
LOCATION:USM’s McGoldrick Center (2nd Floor)\, Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T180000
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SUMMARY:BioME LIVE Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nJoin us at Bissell Brothers for a “learn and connect” event on April 3 from 4-6PM\nJoin BioME on April 3 from 4-6PM at Bissell Brothers in Portland. Given the positive reception of our Virtual Coffee Hour\, we’re excited to extend this opportunity to connect face-to-face! Attendees will hear from Maine life science entrepreneurs\, scientists\, researchers and academia to learn about the impressive work that’s being done in the state. Presentations will be followed by an hour of networking. \nThis Coffee Hour will feature Matt Lynes\, PhD (MaineHealth Institute for Research)\, Kendra Batchelder\, PhD (WAVED Medical LLC)\, James Murphy (Educate Maine)\, and Eva Rose Balog\, PhD (University of New England). \nThe goal of this series is to connect Maine’s life science community and educate attendees about what companies and individuals are doing to advance the life sciences industry in Maine.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-live-coffee-hour-tickets-848566193327%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nSpeakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11740″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nMatt Lynes\, PhD\, Faculty Scientist\, MaineHealth Institute for Research\nMatt Lynes is a Faculty Scientist at MaineHealth Institute for Research in Scarborough and an adjunct faculty at The Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston\, Massachusetts. Matt studies how humans and animals metabolize the food that they eat and how their bodies control the flow of metabolites to direct energy for either usage or storage. His work is supported by MaineHealth’s COBRE program in Regulation of Metabolic Networks and he is the recipient of NIH F32 and K01 awards\, an Early Investigator Award from the Endocrine Society\, and a Joslin Diabetes Center DRC Pilot and Feasibility grant.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11739″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nKendra Batchelder\, PhD\, Co-Founder\, WAVED Medical LLC\nKendra Batchelder is a recent Interdisciplinary Ph.D. graduate from the University of Maine. Her academic journey began with a B.S. in Secondary Education and Mathematics\, followed by an M.A. in Mathematics. Kendra’s research centers on developing cutting-edge computational techniques for detecting pre-cancerous lesions on mammograms. Her work has resulted in co-inventorship of two U.S.-issued\, one E.U.-issued\, and one E.U.-pending patent\, all stemming from her efforts at the University of Maine. In her mission to make a tangible impact\, Kendra co-founded WAVED Medical LLC. This venture emerged following her completion of commercialization training\, aimed at translating her innovative research into solutions for the healthcare marketplace. Kendra believes that dedication to science\, innovation\, and entrepreneurship has the potential to revolutionize healthcare.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11738″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJames Murphy\, Development Director\, Educate Maine\nJames is the Development Director at Educate Maine\, a statewide nonprofit focused on career readiness and increasing the educational attainment of Maine people. Prior to returning to Maine\, he worked with AchieveMpls to raise funds to support the strategic priorities of Minneapolis Public Schools. James also lived and worked in Washington\, DC\, for nearly a decade\, managing various programs at the Points of Light Institute and later working in the community relations department at Booz Allen Hamilton\, an international consulting firm. Prior to that\, James taught high school social studies as a Teach for America corps member in Baton Rouge\, Louisiana. James holds bachelor degrees from Boston University and a Master’s in Public Affairs from the University of Minnesota. James and his family live in Portland\, where his children attend Portland Public Schools.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11737″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nEva Rose Balog\, PhD\, Associate Professor of Chemistry\, University of New England\nEva Rose Balog is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at the University of New England. Her research uses biochemical and biophysical techniques to create and study novel proteins for various applications in biotechnology and biomaterials. Born and raised in Maine\, she received her Ph.D. in Molecular\, Cell\, and Developmental Biology from the University of California\, Santa Cruz\, and her B.S. in Biology from the California Institute of Technology. Dr. Balog also trained as a postdoctoral fellow at Los Alamos National Lab’s Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11617″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-live-coffee-hour/
LOCATION:Bissell Brothers\, 38 Resurgam Place\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T163000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
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SUMMARY:BioME Career Exploration 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nCareer expo and workshops for Maine life science students and recent graduates\nJoin us on March 5\, 2024 from 12-4:30PM at the second annual BioME Career Exploration event – a career expo for Maine life science students. This event is for students at the high school junior and senior level\, college undergraduates\, college graduates\, recent graduates and anyone looking to change careers. Learn how to best position yourself for a career within Maine’s life sciences industry and explore the many opportunities within the state. \nMaine’s life science sector is thriving\, offering diverse fields of study\, a myriad of career opportunities\, and limitless potential for growth. A career in the life sciences can take many forms\, and students are able to receive education\, training and a great job right here in Maine. This event will provide a great opportunity for attendees to speak with Maine life science companies directly and hone their early career skills through professional workshops tailored to life science students. \nThe expo will feature tables staffed by Maine life science companies who will speak with students about positions within the company\, credentials needed\, and other tips about what they might look for in a team member. Workshops and breakout sessions will be geared toward students and new professionals looking to build on their life science specific workforce skills. \nLunch will be provided. Company tables will be available all day.  \nSee agenda\, workshop speakers\, and participating expo table organizations below.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-career-exploration-tickets-807322171347%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nAgenda\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nRegistration\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n12:15-12:50PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nLunch\, Welcome Remarks & Company Introductions\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n1:00-1:45PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 1: Networking Strategies & Practice\nSpeaker: Elena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD (The Roux Institute) \nLed by an experienced professional\, participants will learn to break the ice\, conquer nervousness\, and articulate their interests effectively in social settings. Through interactive exercises\, attendees will practice networking with peers\, preparing them for engaging interactions with company representatives at expos and beyond.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n1:50-2:20PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nIDEXX Tour & Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n2:30-3:00PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 2: Optimizing your LinkedIn\nSpeaker: Kate Howell (Educate Maine) \nLinkedin has become an incredibly important tool for building and maintaining a professional network but is still a mystery for many. Join this hands-on\, highly interactive session where you will be guided through the process of creating or enhancing your profile and dive into when\, why\, and how to approach making connections. Take full advantage of Linkedin\, grow your network\, and open up new opportunities for job and internship leads. It is recommended that you create a basic profile before attending this session and bring your device to take action on LinkedIn during the workshop.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:05-3:35PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nIDEXX Tour & Expo Tables\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n3:40 -4:15PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop 3: Career Pathways Panel\nSpeakers: Bryan Bozsik (Covetrus)\, Basant Paradis (IDEXX)\, Jess Davis-Knowlton\, PhD (BBI Solutions)\, Tom Snyder (Medtech Startup) \nExplore various entry pathways into the life sciences industry. Our diverse panel features four professionals from different sectors of Maine’s life sciences industry. Discover the twists and turns of their career journeys as they share personal experiences and insights. Gain valuable perspectives on navigating and thriving in the dynamic field of life sciences. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts and chart your own path to success.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/5″][vc_column_text] \n4:15-4:30PM\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”4/5″][vc_column_text] \nExpo Tables & Networking\nPlease note that expo tables will be available throughout the day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nWorkshop Speakers\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11714″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nElena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD\, Director\, Future of Healthcare Residency\, The Roux Institute\nElena Brondolo\, MPH\, MBA\, EdD\, is the Director of the Future of Healthcare Residency at The Roux Institute\, Northeastern University. Her mission is to fast-track healthcare’s future by empowering early-stage health tech innovators. With over a decade of healthcare experience\, Elena fuses her passions for healthcare innovation\, entrepreneurship\, and leadership. Her expertise spans experiential learning\, change management\, and program development. \nBefore joining The Roux Institute\, Elena dedicated over four years to MaineHealth\, initially in clinical implementation and later as a leader in innovation education and funding programs. She revamped program curricula\, guided clinicians and researchers in commercializing their ideas\, and fortified the innovation foundation of the health system. Preceding her time at MaineHealth\, Elena spent four years at Columbia University Medical Center/New York Presbyterian\, focusing on patient flow\, behavioral medicine research\, and organizational development. During her tenure\, she co-founded a consulting company offering evidence-based leadership and organizational development support for academic medical research groups. \nElena’s people-first approach to program development and partnerships is rooted in her background in Organizational Psychology. She holds an MBA and MPH concentrating in entrepreneurship\, change management\, and health policy\, and recently earned her EdD in Learning\, Leadership\, and Innovation from Northeastern University. Her doctoral research explored strategies for catalyzing healthcare innovation during the pandemic\, translating these strategies into action through experiential learning for large systems.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11351″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nKate Howell\, Director of Workforce Partnerships\, Educate Maine\nKate Howell has worked in Human Resources and leadership roles throughout her career. Prior to joining Educate Maine\, Kate was HR Generalist at a biotech company in Portland focusing on recruitment\, career development\, and university relations. She led the national university relations program and brings a wealth of knowledge in the area of internship programming and university partnerships. Before moving to Maine\, Kate worked in New York City and Washington\, DC across a variety of industries and non-profit organizations. Kate holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Syracuse University and a SCP certification from the Society for Human Resources Management.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”10906″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBasant Paradis\, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist\, R&D\, IDEXX\nOriginally from southern Georgia\, Basant obtained her BS in Chemistry from Georgia Southern University in 1998. She then joined International Paper’s Chemical Products Division\, Arizona Chemical (now Kraton Polymers) in Savannah\, Georgia where she worked in new product development. She left to attend the University of Maine where she obtained her MS in Chemical Engineering in 2001. Upon graduation\, she joined Georgia Pacific Corporation in Old Town\, Maine where she worked as a Process Engineer and supported process development initiatives. She left corporate America to be an entrepreneur owning several different types of businesses. She also taught Chemistry at the collegiate level for 4 years. In 2016\, she joined F-O-R-T-U-N-E Personnel Consultants of Bangor as the Director of Recruiting\, Specialty Chemicals. Her recruiting focus was working with chemical\, biotech\, and paper companies finding research and development scientists and engineers. In August of 2021\, she joined IDEXX as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist where she finds scientists and engineers for the Innovation Team. She truly enjoys working with candidate to help them find the best fit within the organization\, and she equally enjoys working with hiring managers to find the best fit candidates for their teams. She currently lives in Old Town\, Maine with her husband\, Mark\, their two children\, Andre and Olivia\, their two 2 dogs\, May and Abby\, their cat\, Piper\, and their two juvenile red-foot tortoises\, Scarlett and Bowser.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11687″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nBryan Bozsik\, Senior Director of Quality\, Covetrus\nBryan Bozsik is an experienced quality aDurante and regulatory affairs leader with over 15 years of expertise in the in vitro diagnostic\, medical device\, analytical testing laboratory\, and pharmacy compounding industries. He has successfully led organizational quality systems through growth and merger\, and guided companies through complex regulatory changes. Bryan has held leadership roles in large multinational companies including Abbott Laboratories\, Alere\, and Covetrus\, where he currently is Sr. Director of Quality.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11689″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nJess Davis-Knowlton\, PhD\, Senior Research Scientist\, BBI Solutions\nCurrently working as a Senior Research Scientist at BBI\, Portland\, Jess Davis-Knowlton has had a circuitous route to biotech industry. Her path has skirted med school\, danced with Drosophila courtship\, traversed a cross-state graduate program\, moonlighted with Microbiology instruction\, and touched down as part of a team building new antibody products.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”11688″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3/4″][vc_column_text] \nTom Snyder\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Medtech Startup\nTom is a medical device leader\, startup founder and mentor. He has led product development and commercialization teams at large and small companies (3M\, ACIST Medical and Lighthouse Imaging). As the CEO of Lighthouse Imaging\, Tom built a high performing team\, improved financial performance and positioned the company for acquisition. He is currently active in the medical device startup space and enjoys the challenge of turning concepts into successful products.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] \nParticipating Expo Table Organizations\nMaineHealth\, IDEXX\, Yokogawa Fluid Imaging Technologies\, MDI Biological Laboratory\, Roux Institute\, The Jackson Laboratory\, University of New England School of Pharmacy\, GenoTyping Center of America\, LGC Clinical Diagnostics\, Maine Molecular Quality Controls\, Inc.\, University of Maine (SPIRE)\, Corning Life Sciences\, and EnviroLogix.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11621″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-career-exploration-2024/
LOCATION:IDEXX Laboratories\, Inc.\, One IDEXX Drive\, Westbrook\, 04092\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
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SUMMARY:BioME Legislative Reception 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join BioME on February 28th from 5-7PM at our annual BioME Legislative Reception at the Senator Inn & Spa in Augusta\, ME. BioME members and supporters will have the opportunity to speak with Maine State Legislators about the bioscience industry in Maine and their policy needs. This event provides individuals with a chance to represent their company and advocate for laws that benefit their sector. Legislators will get an inside perspective of life sciences as a whole and how this industry affects Maine’s economy. \nHeavy hors d’oeuvres and open bar will be provided.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fbiome-legislative-reception-tickets-807315882537%3Faff%3Doddtdtcreator|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11607″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-legislative-reception-2024/
LOCATION:Senator Inn & Spa\, 284 Western Ave\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240209T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260509T104621
CREATED:20240122T205511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T191021Z
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SUMMARY:BioME Legislative Update: Webinar 1
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join BioME on February 9\, 2024 from 10-11AM via Zoom for a legislative update call. This will be the first of a 3-part monthly webinar series to update our members on BioME policy priorities\, current legislative developments shaping the life sciences industry\, and empower our members with actionable insights. This event is hosted by BioME in collaboration with our expert policy consultants from Maine Street Solutions.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn style=”btn-1 secondary” title=”REGISTER NOW” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Fmeeting%2Fregister%2FtZEuf-ugpzIuHdTcBZ7xYYXy6NiXeqcBRcLb|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nEvent Sponsors\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”11617″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://biomaine.org/event/biome-legislative-update-webinar-1/
LOCATION:Virtual Via Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="BioME":MAILTO:info@mainebioscience.org
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