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October 2023
NCI Technology Opportunity Webinar: Anti-EGFR Antibodies for the Treatment of Human Cancers
Register to attend a free NIH webinar. Attendees will learn about new antibodies developed in Dr. David Fitzgerald’s Lab that bind a particular structure on the external domain of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) which is displayed on cancer cells that express high EGFR levels or the variant termed ‘EGFRvIII’. Importantly, these antibodies do not bind normal cells. Therefore, these antibodies are used to deliver toxic payloads (as antibody-drug conjugates - ADCs) to cancer cells without killing normal cells. Additionally,…
Find out more »HCEDA Open House
During Business Appreciation Week, HCEDA is hosting an expo-style resource fair where business owners can access information on HCEDA's services and programs, connect with the business development team and mentors, and explore initiatives like the Catalyst Fund and New LIFT Microloan Fund, along with a guided tour of the Maryland Innovation Center.
Find out more »November 2023
SCALEUP Maryland
SCALEUP Maryland™ is a four-month, virtual program, taught by seasoned entrepreneurs and business development professionals, designed to help C-Level leaders create an executable Strategic Growth Plan. Companies with revenues from $500K and up across multiple industries develop tools to reach targeted milestones. Each year, two diverse cohorts participate with 8 – 12 Maryland leaders for business collaboration, to make new connections and bond with other like minded professionals.
Find out more »Financial Empowerment Center @ Prince George’s Community College Virtual Empowerment Hour
Sign up on select Wednesdays in October and November 2023 for these complementary sessions and gain access to information covering business and financial education. There are six sessions you don’t want to miss. The sessions are virtual (ZOOM) and here are the dates: October 25 (Wed.) – BOOK CLUB SERIES – ‘FAKE’ Fake Money, Fake Teachers, Fake Assets: How Lies Are Making the Poor and Middle Class Poorer November 1 (Wed.) – IT’S ALL MENTAL – Money Mindfulness Meditation (in Partnership w/…
Find out more »UMBC-Shady Grove Mechanical Engineering Exploration Day
Mechanical engineering at UMBC-Shady Grove is a hands-on program where students collaborate with a tight-knit group of peers and professors to apply their knowledge to real-world problems in and out of the classroom. So that you can witness this unique learning environment first-hand, we’re now offering Mechanical Engineering Exploration Day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on November 2 at The Universities at Shady Grove. Come when you can and leave when you must! For those not able to join…
Find out more »Money Makes The World Go Round: Financial Success in A Changing World
Everything in the world requires money. Money gives you options. It determines the car you drive, the places you shop, where you live, and how and when you can retire. Join us as we discuss the important aspects of preparing and planning for retirement and beyond. Learn about some of the common mistakes that are made when planning and how to avoid them. Presenter Bios: Dave & Jackie are financial advisors with a business and banking background. This dynamic team…
Find out more »Maryland BioNetworking Summit
Join us for our next Maryland BioNetworking Summit, sponsored and organized by UMBC, the Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (a joint partnership between the University of Maryland and NIST), and The Universities at Shady Grove. At this bioscience-focused event, you'll have the opportunity to network and socialize with fellow biopharma, academic, and government professionals. Featuring keynote speaker Dr. Raghavan Venkat, Senior Vice President, R&D at AstraZeneca.
Find out more »WIB-Capital Region: Grateful and Giving – A Thanksgiving Social
WIB-Capital Region: Grateful and Giving – A Thanksgiving Social November 5th from 1 pm to 3 pm. BJ Restaurant and Brewhouse in Columbia, https://www.bjsrestaurants.com/locations/md/columbia?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google_my_business are graciously, supporting our venue with appetizers and one drink with your ticket purchase. Socialize, network, and have fun. Note this event is open to everyone. The giving portion of this event is to Grassroots Women's Crisis Center https://grassrootscrisis.org/ways-to-give/in-kind-donations/ For more information and to register: https://www.womeninbio.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1793187&group=
Find out more »2023 Grand Seminar Lecture: Life’s Code
Loyola University Maryland's Academic Division of Natural and Applied Sciences presents the 2023 Grand Seminar on November 7th at 6 p.m. in McGuire Hall. Keynote speaker Dr. Adam Phillippy, Senior Investigator at the National Human Genome Research Institute, will discuss "Life's code: the 30-year quest to read the human genome." He will explore DNA as a programming language, highlighting the complex nature of biological systems. This event marks a step toward understanding and modifying genomic code for the benefit of…
Find out more »WIB-Capital Region: You’ve Come a Long Way–Spotlighting Women in Biotech w/ JLABS @ Washington, DC
Join us to learn how JLABS are boosting innovative R&D efforts from women-led biotech companies in the greater Biohealth Capital Region. Our speakers will talk about their companies’ work and their experiences at JLABS @ Washington, DC. After these presentations, attendees will have the chance to ask questions during our moderated Q&A session. The event will close out with a networking reception. Register by Nov 3: https://www.womeninbio.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1790333&group=
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