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Are you an academic trainee (Post-doc/PhD/MBA/MD/JD/MS) eager to build a life science startup? Whether you're passionate about therapeutics, diagnostics, medtech, synthetic biology, or fields like food, energy, agriculture, climate, or consumer products, this is your opportunity to transform your research into a groundbreaking venture! Over the past 5 years, Nucleate has supported 409+ venture teams, with our alumni raising over $370M to develop cutting-edge technologies. Austin Draycott, an alumnus of the Activator program, is the founder of CloverLeaf, which has secured multiple grants, including $100,000 from the Nucleate + Eli Lilly and Company Genetic Medicine Grand Challenge. What We Offer: 🔸 Completely free – Nucleate never takes equity or charges fees for its programs. 🔸 Mentorship from industry leaders – Receive guidance from experienced mentors. 🔸 Comprehensive educational programming – Learn from the best in workshops and seminars. 🔸 Investor introductions – Get connected with investors ready to support your breakthrough. 🔸 No forced incorporation – Focus on your venture at your own pace. If you have an idea (i.e., you’re an inventor), you can apply for either our: ▫️ Bio Track – for innovators in therapeutics, diagnostics, or tools. ▫️ Eco Track – focused on food & agriculture, chemicals & energy, or consumer products. Don’t have an idea yet? Join a team as a scientific, business, or clinical contributor through our matching process. 📅 Application Deadline: Oct 15th, 2024 🔗 Application: apply.nucleate.org 🌐 Learn more: nucleate.org/activator

🚀 Breaking into Biotech: What You Need to Know! 🚀 Are you ready to make your mark in biotech? This industry is evolving at a breathtaking pace, and so are the skills and knowledge required to thrive within it. Here’s what you should focus on to carve a successful career: 🔹 Understand the Science: Building a foundation in biotech fundamentals will set you apart. From molecular biology to data analytics, having a grasp of the science driving innovation is critical. 🔹 Adaptability is Key: With advancements in areas like gene editing, AI, and regenerative medicine, staying updated and flexible is more valuable than ever. 🔹 Networking & Mentorship: Connect with industry professionals and seek mentors who can guide you through biotech’s unique landscape. Joining biotech networks and attending conferences can open doors to new opportunities and collaborations. 🔹 Specialized Knowledge: Companies are increasingly looking for talent with specialized skills in regulatory affairs, clinical research, quality assurance, and more. Keep developing niche expertise in areas that excite you. Read more insights here and see if biotech could be the right industry for you: BioSpace Article https://lnkd.in/gM7-A94p #Biotech #CareerDevelopment #BiotechCareers #Biopharma #LifeSciences #Innovation

Introducing Loukik Arora, Ph.D., our Life Sciences Principal Investment Associate! 🧬 Q. How long have your worked for Cambridge Enterprise Ventures? A. I will be approaching 3 years here by the end of August. Q. What did you do before Cambridge Enterprise? A. Prior to joining Cambridge Enterprise, I worked as a Project Fellow at the Indian Institute of Chemical Technology and as a freelance R&D consultant and technical content creator with several life science/biotech companies. I then completed a PhD in Medicine/Pharmacology from the National University of Singapore and interned at the Asia Pacific Medical Technology Association (APACMed). I furthered my studies at Strathclyde Business School, earning an MSc in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Technology Management. Q. Favourite industry to work with? A. Talk to me about anything Life Sciences! Q. One innovation that still blows your mind and why? A. Using DNA as a storage/computing technology. Q. What makes you lean forward and take note in a pitch? A. Highlighting the value and impact that a technology can deliver for people and planet if successful. Q. One company you wish you'd got to invest in and why? A. Genentech – pioneers in commercialising the recombinant DNA technology, which has paved way for addressing many big problems that concern people and planet - including diabetes, haemophilia and more recently sustainably dyeing our fabrics without chemicals! #Ventures #LifeScience #CambridgeInnovation #Entrepreneurship

PhDs bring highly valuable skills for industry. I've spent 6 years in academia and 6 years in industry. One thing I've realized: companies are in high demand for young, passionate and technically skilled individuals. Now more than ever. Yet, PhDs often struggle when transitioning to industry. I struggled myself too in my first biotech role. ⚠️ There's a mindset shift needed when transitioning from academia to industry. How to help industry professionals seeing your value through their perspective? ❌ Your fancy experiments and data on a protein that few have heard of. ❌ Your list of publications. ❌ Your academic achievements. ↪↪↪ ✅ Highlight what you have learned through the process. ✅ Show how you can leverage that to help the company reach its goals. ✅ Point out which are the tools and technologies the company is eager to implement - and you're proficient with. The World needs to connect the scientific knowledge with the powerful resources of corporations to tackle today's challenges. Now more than ever. -----‐---------------------------- And you? Do you feel 'lost in transition' as a PhD? Do you see PhDs struggling when transitioning to industry? I'd love to hear your thoughts! Comment or DM! 👇

Activator 2024-25 Applications are open! Join Florida's only life science-specific, non-dilutive virtual accelerator to learn how to take your academic research from bench to market. Through the Activator, teams will be mentored by 10+ experts in their field, prepare a pitch deck, and participate in our Spring Demo Day. Along the way, you'll join a community of passionate innovators and industry experts who want to see Florida life sciences flourish. Reach out if you have questions and keep your eyes open for upcoming info sessions and the opportunity to meet last years Activator alumni. Apply.nucleate.org You should apply if you fit any of the below criteria: 💡 Inventor: You are an academic researcher (student, faculty, post-doc, clinician) with data and/or IP and want to know how to transition from academic research to company formation 👔 Contributor- Business: You want to provide business support for an inventor team 👩⚕️ Contributor- Clinical: You want to provide clinical support to an inventor team 👨🔬 Contributor- Scientific: You want to provide technical/scientific support to an inventor team #medicaldevices #therapeutics #diagnostics #sustainability #agriculture #celltherapy #machinelearning #smallmolecules #innovation #platform #drugdiscovery

🚀 Introducing NextDose – Bridging Academia and Pharma Industry 🌟🔬🏭 NextDose aims to empower students with insights into pharma functions like R&D, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, while connecting academic knowledge to real-world applications. This initiative helps: 🔍 Educate on Pharma Functions 🎓 Bridge Knowledge Gaps 💡 Enable Informed Career Choices 🤝 Empower Future Healthcare Leaders Together, shaping a skilled and passionate workforce for the future of healthcare and innovation! 🌍💊 #PharmaCareers #NextDose #Innovation #HealthcareTransformation https://lnkd.in/dejB63wr

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭-𝐮𝐩 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 🚀 Today we feature one of our master's students, Javier Ruiz Gonzalez, who shares his experience as a student assistant at a cutting-edge biotech startup called Blue Cell Therapeutics, where no two days are the same. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐣𝐨𝐛? ''Overall, I am mainly responsible for assisting with most of the out-of-the-lab tasks, ranging from building website content to more business development-related tasks such as conducting competitive landscape analyses. However, no two days are ever the same in a start-up, and Blue Cell is no exception.'' As he shares ‘’I still remember that during my second month, we all had to move the office from the third to the first floor. I was chatting with my CEO about how one day you’re pitching in front of a crowd, and the next you’re moving furniture in the elevator.’’ Everyone puts their hands on where needed, and from his perspective, that’s also the magic of startups. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐛? ‘’For me, the best part is feeling like an essential piece of the puzzle. In a company with only 10 employees, you represent 10% of the team. Having real responsibilities and impact from day one comes with great responsibility but also great satisfaction.’’ He admits that working at a company that pushes the boundaries of knowledge and develops disruptive therapies makes everything both unknown and exciting for a curious person. Add to that some amazing colleagues and good food, and it’s a joy to work! 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐛 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫? He recognizes that his time at the company has been anything but easy. Like any startup, it’s a rollercoaster ride with ups and downs, providing him with invaluable experience and allowing him to apply and propose his ideas. ‘’I am gaining a level of responsibility and independence that I didn’t have before, learning to make decisions without constantly needing to consult others. Everyone is very busy, and I have been treated as an equal member of the team from day one, just as capable as anyone else.’’ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭? His best piece of advice is to picture yourself in the role, be curious and show genuine interest. Ask questions that show you have made your research. To stand out from the crowd, ‘’Avoid relying too much on ChatGPT for your cover letters—it’s the easy way out, and it’s clear when it’s been used. Instead, take your time to reflect on why you’re the right person for the role. Quality over quantity is key.’’ Finally, he recommends staying motivated in your search. With patience and effort, you’ll succeed!  

Advancing Science: One Step at a Time for Big Results 🎉 In the world of biomedical research, every great discovery begins with small, intentional actions. From conducting a single experiment to analyzing critical data or working across disciplines, these steps build the foundation for groundbreaking innovations. At Helix Biogen Institute, we recognize the power of incremental progress and we’re dedicated to advancing innovation in biotechnology and life sciences. Our mission is to bridge the gap between education and industry by equipping aspiring professionals with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills to excel in the biotech landscape. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our 2025 Industrial Training Program — an exclusive opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of biotechnology and grow with us. 💼 What’s in it for you? ✅ Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art tools and techniques ✅ Mastery of industry-relevant skills tailored to your career path ✅ A competitive edge to thrive in today’s dynamic job market Whether you’re a student, graduate, or early-career professional, this program is your chance to transform your potential into real-world impact. 📌 Apply now and take the first bold step toward an exciting future in biotech. Helix Biogen Institute Dr. Oladipo Elijah Kolawole (Ph.D) #HelixBiogenInstitute #IndustrialTraining #BiotechInnovation #SkillsForSuccess #Opportunities2025

🚨 Activator applications close in 2 days🚨 Are you an academic trainee ready to leverage your expertise to launch a startup or do you already have a start up and are looking to take the next steps? This is your chance to take it to the next level! So far, we have supported a range of cutting edge biotech start ups with diverse focusses such as 3D bioprinting (RevoBITs), antibody drug design (Silica Corpora) and the next generation of sustainable biologic production (Fluvion). If you are an inventor with an idea apply to: 🧬Bio Track – for innovators in biomedical applications like biomanufacturing, therapeutics, tools and more. 🌿Eco Track – For innovators addressing problems in sustainability, with applications in agriculture, food, materials, chemicals, and more. Haven’t had your lightbulb moment yet? Join a team as a scientific, business, or clinical contributor through our matching process. Apply here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eiG6CbSU Find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dH3JXBPq