Accessing Cutting Edge Science Through Innovative Models

Event description
R&D performed in-house is no longer the only path to a successful drug program. Biopharma’s research strategy is to pursue collaborative opportunities outside to bolster their pipeline and gain access to cutting-edge science. How do you fit into this changing scheme? Join us to learn about this trend, the skills it takes to be successful, and possible career opportunities. The panel represents diverse perspectives from the life sciences ecosystem and will discuss several models including university and biotech collaborations, build-to-buy investments and the use of CROs to reduce research costs. Our esteemed panelists include Susan Kalled, external sciences, Shire, Victoria Knight-Connoni, scientist, Cubist, subsidiary of Merck, Tom Luby, J&J Innovation Center and Arpita Maiti, external R&D innovation, Pfizer.

Learning objectives
1. Define emerging external models to access cutting edge science and increase innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry
2. Describe challenges faced with these models and the skills needed for successful implementation
3. Identify possible opportunities that may surface within these models and potential ways to gain skills and position yourself

Agenda
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM   Registration and networking
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM   Opening remarks, panel discussion, Q&A
7:45 PM - 8:30 PM   Networking and additional discussion time

Event location
Shire
200 Shire Way
Lexington, MA 02421
617-349-0200

Directions

Special instructions:
Parking is across 200 Shire Way in the large lot. When entering 200 Shire Way, Fortis Hall is straight ahead.

Sponsors

Speakers
Thomas Luby, PhD
Senior director new ventures, J&J Boston Innovation Center

Susan Kalled, PhD
Senior director, external sciences, Shire

Victoria Knight-Connoni, PhD
Senior scientist, infectious disease, Cubist Pharmaceuticals, subsidiary of Merck

Arpita Maiti, PhD
Director, external R&D innovation (ERDI), Pfizer

Jane Daun-Tremblay (moderator)
Director, Shire Research Ventures

Registration information
Event is open to: HBA members and nonmembers
Online registration deadline: May 4, 2015
Onsite (walk-in) registration: Is allowed

Capacity
Is capacity limited? Yes
Space is limited to 100 registrants.

Cancellations/refunds
Is this event refundable? Yes
If yes, requests must be submitted in writing to events@hbanet.org by April 30, 2015; no refunds are available after this date.

Event questions/support
- Chapter contact for event: Jane Daun Tremblay at jtremblay@shire.com or 781-640-1424
- Membership questions: membership@hbanet.org or 973-575-0606 ext 1
- Online registration assistance: events@hbanet.org or 973-575-0606 ext 3

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Pricing

	Member	Non-Member
Regular Registration	$30.00 / €26.00	$45.00 / €39.00

Members receive up to 50 percent discount

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