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A truly Golden Triangle for Life Sciences: Following the recent BIO International Convention held this year in San Diego, One Nucleus CEO Tony Jones looks at where the East of England region sits in the world of Life Science business and innovation. Whilst much attention is paid to the UK Golden Triangle of London-Cambridge-Oxford and how to connect it better, Tony suggests that perhaps in a global industry such as this then a more suitable triangle to connect would be Cambridge-Boston/Cambridge-San Diego. He says there are certainly lessons to be shared across these three outstanding Life Science hubs. One Nucleus, through its longstanding collaborations with its peers at MassBio and Biocom California, the Bio Brits in US connections and focused activities such as the 2024 Boston Bootcamp and One Nucleus @ BIO 2024 events is playing its role in increasing the connectivity and knowledge-sharing across this triangle of locations. Full article – https://lnkd.in/eV5Mtpfx

🔬🌟 Celebrating Resilience: Turning Setbacks into Success Stories 🌟🔬 In the world of biotech research, setbacks are inevitable, but it's how we respond to them that defines our success. 💪💡 Recent news of the freezer malfunction at Karolinska Institutet (KI) serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of the scientific community. Despite the loss of decades' worth of research samples, we've seen researchers and institutions come together, united in their commitment to overcome challenges and drive progress forward. 🚀💬 👉 How can the biotech community come together to support affected researchers and institutions? 👉 What measures do you think research institutions can take to safeguard against similar incidents? 👉 Share your own experiences or ideas for improving research sample storage and management! Together, let's show the world that setbacks are not roadblocks but stepping stones on the path to scientific discovery and advancement. 🌟💪 #BiotechSuccessStories #resilience #innovation #scientificdiscovery #overcomingadversity #inspiration

🔬💭 **Reflecting on Resilience: A Validation Specialist's Perspective** 💭🔬 As a former Validation Specialist, news of the freezer malfunction at Karolinska Institutet hits close to home. 💔 The loss of decades' worth of research samples serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of meticulous calibration and qualification of controlled temperature units (CTUs), including cryo/liquid N2 freezers. Throughout my career, I've spent countless hours ensuring the accuracy and reliability of these vital tools. The mishap at KI not only underscores the critical nature of our work but also gives me a new perspective on the impact of every validation and revalidation effort. But amidst the pain of this loss, I can't help but reflect on the joy and fulfillment I found in the precision of calibration, especially when calibrating my KAYE TCs with IRTD and liquid N2. There's something uniquely satisfying and cool (pun intended) about ensuring the integrity of these instruments that play such a crucial role in scientific discovery. Let's use this moment to reaffirm our commitment to excellence in validation and qualification processes. Let's honor the dedication of the researchers affected by this tragedy by redoubling our efforts to uphold the highest standards in our work. Together, let's continue pushing the boundaries of what's possible in biotech research. 💪🌟 Share your thoughts and reflections below. How has your past experience shaped your perspective on the recent events at KI? Let's spark a meaningful conversation and support one another in our shared journey of scientific discovery. 💬🚀 #ValidationSpecialist #BiotechResearch #CalibrationExcellence #ScientificDiscovery #Reflections #CommunitySupport

📖 We were honored to host Prof. Christoph Rademacher from the University of Vienna, Austria, today at CIC biomaGUNE. His seminar on "Secondary sites and allosteric regulation of C-type lectins" was both insightful and inspiring. Thank you, for sharing your expertise and advancing our understanding of these key molecular processes. Your contribution sparks ideas for future research! 💡 #ResearchSeminar #CTypeLectins #AllostericRegulation

There are still spaces available for our Life Sciences summit on 21st March 2024. We have gathered a fantastic panel, who will speak about innovation and how we can encourage and improve the conditions for innovation in the Life Sciences sector. #lifesciences #lifescience #lifesciencejobs #lifesciencesindustry #lifesciencesrecruitment #biotech #biotechnews #biotechinnovation #biotechnologyindustry #medicaldevice #medicaldevicemanufacturing #medicaldeviceindustry #medicaldevicesales #medicaldeviceregulation #healthcare #healthtechinnovation #healthtechrevolution #healthtech

A journey that came to an end , my PhD paper about the evolution of immune traits just got published 🎉. A journey that was filled with challenges and triumphs, moments of self-doubt and exhilarating breakthroughs. I am very grateful for the support of my supervisor Shai Shen-Orr, my mentor Elina Starosvetsky and my talented co-author Martin Lukačišin, and loved ones who have stood by me through every twist and turn of this journey. https://lnkd.in/dptrTKfY

When you are developing Life Sciences real estate for the future generations-built for sustainability and longevity- what factors are most important? Our CEO Wilkingson (Will) Germain, along with Greg Capps, Kipton Currier, Keith Switzer, AIA, Abhishek Dhawan, and Aaron Altman were on a panel at the BisNow Mid-Atlantic BioTech Summit on Wednesday, April 24th in Rockville, MD. The panel explored what sets DC/MD/VA apart from other areas that make it unique for Life Sciences development, what investments are being made in infrastructure to ensure the region remains competitive, and how life sciences buildings can be future-proofed. Healthy debate of these topics will illuminate a path forward in the development and success of Life Sciences in our region.

Philadelphia’s life sciences market is evolving rapidly. In this panel, top industry leaders will dive into the current trends, opportunities, and challenges shaping the city's biotech landscape. From new developments at the Navy Yard to investment strategies, learn what’s fueling Philly’s life sciences growth and what lies ahead. 🎤 Speakers: Lauren Gilchrist, EVP/Market Leader, Newmark Anthony Maher, President, University Place Associates P. Timothy Conrey, Principal & Regional Director, Scheer Partners Joe Colletti, EVP, Jones Lang Lasalle Moderated by Nelson Way, Director of Leasing & Development, Ensemble at the Navy Yard. 📅 The Philly Builds Bio+ Third Annual Symposium is just days away! Register now to be part of the discussion shaping the future of Philadelphia’s life sciences market. phillybuildsbio.org #PhillyBuildsBio #LifeSciences #PhillyBiotech #MarketTrends

The Day We Discovered Penicillin! 💡🔬 In 1928, Alexander Fleming made a mistake that changed the world. He left a petri dish uncovered, and when he returned, he found mold killing bacteria around it. This accidental discovery of penicillin saved millions of lives and revolutionized medicine. At LabLinkUp, we're inspired by these incredible moments. They remind us that even mistakes can lead to greatness. We're grateful for the scientists who changed our world and drive our mission to make research accessible for everyone. What's your favorite scientific milestone? Share it with us and let’s celebrate the spirit of discovery! #ScienceHistory #Discovery #Innovation #Research #LabLinkUp #ThrowbackThursday Join us in making history. Visit LabLinkUp to learn more!

📢 2024 Vail Scientific Summit Abstracts Due August 2nd📢 We're excited to be hosting a poster session for pre-professional trainee & post-doctoral researchers on the evening of Monday, August 19th! Individuals will be competing for a 1st place prize of $250 and a 2nd place prize of $100. Abstracts should be limited to 350 words with one figure, in PDF format, and include sections on Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Significance. The preferred poster size is 42" high by 45" wide. 📧 Submit your abstracts to: vssabstracts@sprivail.org Don't miss this chance to showcase your research! The deadline to submit your abstract is midnight on August 2nd. Please visit https://lnkd.in/eUNX8Kug to register for the event and click on “submit your abstract” to see the abstract and poster guidelines. #research #postersession  #abstracts  #VSS2024