GRO-Biotech Events — Week of 10/14
Here are the latest events and opportunities, in the life sciences and beyond!
DEADLINE TODAY, 10/14 BioHack NYC 2024. Join Nucleate NYC and friends at the 2nd annual BioHack New York City: an AI-in-Bio hackathon that will bring together computer scientists and biologists to build AI/ML tools that will accelerate research in the life sciences. Intended to facilitate collaboration between computer scientists and biologists, BioHack NYC will feature speakers & mentors who are creating impact using AI in biology as well as datasets and other tools to help teams develop and build their ideas. The hackathon encourages using software and generative AI to create computational tools that will make the research/discovery process simpler and easier. You don't need an idea or to be an expert in AI or biology, being interested in either (or both) is enough!
(NEW!) TODAY, 10/14 NY Robotics Meetup. For their next meetup the NY Robotics group is partnering with NY Tech Alliance to showcase robotics with the worlds largest meetup group! Join both groups as they dive into the world of robotics innovation, featuring live demos, cutting edge projects, and insights from leaders in the field! This event will take place on Monday, October 14 at the amazing Civic Hall in Union Square.
Wednesday, 10/16 What You Need to Know About Biotech Patents. Join Genspace for an enlightening presentation hosted by Darren Haber of Amster Rothstein & Ebenstein LLP, an intellectual property law firm. The discussion will dive into the world of biotechnology patents and explore the essentials of protecting your work in the life sciences. Whether you're a seasoned researcher, a budding entrepreneur, or simply curious about intellectual property rights, get to know the what, why, & how!
Thursday, 10/17 Bio, Climate, Deep Tech Mixer: Antler VC & Nucleate NY. Hosted by Antler VC & Nucleate, this event aims to bring together founders, researchers, and investors in Bio, Climate, and Deep Tech for a night of mingling and new connections. If you are a founder, investor, operator, or even a student interested in bio, climate, or deep tech, this event is for you!
(NEW!) Tuesday, 10/22 ECHO Biotech Happy Hour. Join the new crew of Entrepreneurs, Clinicians, and Healthcare Operators (aka “ECHO”) for this month’s ECHO Biotech Happy Hour at The Ainsworth Midtown in Manhattan. Join from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM for an evening of great conversations, networking, and a cash bar with fellow biotech professionals and entrepreneurs.
(NEW) Tuesday, 10/22 NeuroNYC Happy Hour. Join NeuroNYC for a fun evening of networking, drinks, and mingling. It's a great opportunity to meet fellow neuro enthusiasts and professionals in a relaxed setting. Whether you're a researcher, student, or simply curious, this event is perfect for making new connections and sharing your passion. Come unwind after work and chat about all things brain-related with like-minded individuals.
Thursday, 10/24 Genspace Biannual Open Lab. Open Lab is a biannual gathering where Genspace members share their work with each other and the public. Meet other life science enthusiasts and hear about opportunities to get involved with individual and community projects. If you're considering joining the lab, or are just curious to see what Genspace is all about, this is a great time to get to know them.
Thursday, 10/24 New York Hardware Meetup. The journey to Meetup #200 begins with the 101st edition of New York’s monthly gathering of founders, operators, and enthusiasts working in hardware, manufacturing, deep tech, and other “hard tech”-oriented domains. For this month’s program, robotics company Viam hosts a lineup of speakers spanning from next-gen design software to supply chain intelligence.
(NEW!) Tuesday, 10/29 Weill Cornell Healthcare Leadership Networking Event. Please join Cornell’s Executive MBA/MS in Healthcare Leadership Program as they welcome Dr. Geraldine McGinty MD, MBA, FACR, Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs and Professor, Clinical Radiology and Population Health Sciences at Weill Cornell Medicine. Hosted at the Cornell University ILR School NYC Conference Center at 570 Lexington Avenue, 12th floor, there will be a networking reception following Dr. McGinty’s talk on the challenges of innovating in healthcare.
🧠 Friday & Saturday 11/1-11/2 The New York BCI Symposium. Join Mount Sinai BioDesign, the Mount Sinai Department of Neurosurgery, and some of the leading companies advancing brain-computer interface technology for the inaugural New York BCI Symposium. This two-day event will offer attendees a deep dive into the science, startups, and surgical techniques enabling one of the fastest growing and most cross-disciplinary fields in the life sciences and deep tech. The event will be hosted by a mix of leading startups (including Synchron and Precision Neuroscience) clinical institutional partners (including Mount Sinai, UPMC, CMU), federal regulatory organizations, and patient advocacy leaders. Keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions will be led by the world’s leading scientific, surgical, industry, and regulatory experts.
Thursday, 11/14 Autumn Innovations: Organoids. LRIG-NYC, in collaboration with the New York Stem Cell Foundation (NYSCF), is excited to present Autumn Innovations: Organoids, an insightful event focused on the latest advancements in organoid technology and personalized medicine. The event will feature a panel discussion on the future of organoids, lab tours of NYSCF, and networking with vendors and scientists.