Basics of Biotech
10:00am – 11:15pm

The role of genetic information in drug development is expanding. We can now understand and treat diseases in novel ways, because of emerging technologies. On a day-to-day basis, these trends can affect the way you plan and execute operations.

During this session you will learn how DNA and cell information is harnessed to make products; hear of the special needs and features of genomics, bioinformatics, gene technologies; find out meaning behind frequently used terms such as fermentation, monoclonal antibodies, and stem cells, among others; learn of the role that outsourcing will play in the industry over the next decade.

Add value to your own career by better understanding of how you fit into a larger, evolving industry context. Learn some ways to help employees to add value during the development of a commercial asset in your facility.

Developed for the non-science professional - no prior technical background is required.

Panel Speakers:

Desmond Mascarenhas, Ph.D.
CEO, Bioexpertise Inc.

BioTech, Really Quick
2:00pm – 3:15pm

The language and science that governs the life sciences / biotechnology industries can be overwhelming. Non-science professionals working within these industries need to understand the concepts, applications, tools, techniques and vocabulary that are the basis of research, discovery and the production of products. This session will include an Overview of the Industry Sectors, Genomics and Proteomics, Drug Discovery and Delivery, Biotech Applications (Transgenics, Cell Culture and Stem Cells) and a quick look at the Future of Biotechnology.

The session is designed for the non-science professional.

Panel Speakers:

Cathleen Davies, M.S.
President, BioTech Primer, Inc.