Events

Are you a start-up or business looking to raise capital? Join Life Science Nation (LSN) and Life Sciences Queensland Limited (LSQ) for their Fundraising Bootcamp at 8am on October 7.

Overview

• Raising Capital: The 3 Most Important Questions
• The Changing Investor Landscape
• Debunking the Top 10 Old Myths in Fundraising
• Planning & Infrastructure for an Outbound Fundraising Campaign
• Building Your Brand Through Consistent Messaging
• Key Components of Fundraising Marketing Collateral
• Successful Partnering Strategies for Digital RESI Conferences
• Preparing for Your Investor Meeting

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ABC celebrity scientist and showman Joel Gilmore will be our Master of Ceremonies as we introduce you to the cream of Queensland’s women in science and technology for 2020.

We have record entries this year with more than 240 applicants vying for top honours in 14 categories – including new innovation and regional awards.

Australia’s Chief Defence Scientist Professor Tanya Monro is our pre-eminent keynote and will share her views on creativity, innovation and the opportunities in cross-sector collaboration … while sharing her secrets for managing one of Australia’s biggest science jobs, juggling three children, playing the cello and her love of science fiction.

BioMelbourne Network’s Fundamentals of Corporate Governance program will provide early-stage companies, and career professionals on their path to directorship, with important insights on best practice for developing, managing, and maintaining Board efficiency.

The program, delivered across three unique workshops, will explore the role of the Board; practical strategies and ethical considerations for structuring and improving a Board; the importance of culture in achieving strong governance; key drivers for functional efficacy and; areas of risk and complexity that exist in corporate frameworks.

Informative presentations will be delivered, as well as case studies from industry executives, providing a unique opportunity to hear from leading industry experts and learn from the successes and challenges of others.

If you are interested in a career in the medtech & pharmaceutical (MTP) industry in manufacturing, this is the must-attend event for you! The MTP sector is growing in Australia, and companies have a high demand for demand for qualified scientists, pharmacists, engineers and biotech graduates and postgrads. BUT you need specific expertise.

The Translational Research Institute (TRI) is bringing together leaders in the industry along with the people who provide the bridging courses you need to secure a job as part of the MTPCareers Symposium in Manufacturing. We’re also celebrating the launch of our new, multimillion dollar Clinical Manufacturing and Training Hub.

The University of Queensland (UQ) and The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) share a strong track record and vision for success. The two institutions have identified strong potential for future collaboration in numerous areas including engineering, health sciences, medicine, and social sciences to share expertise, leverage opportunities and address global challenges. To build a strong research network and engagement across UQ and CUHK, a series of research symposiums are planned to guide future research collaborations.

After the successful inaugural UQ-CUHK Health Engineering Virtual Symposium held on Wednesday 19 August 2020, The University of Queensland (UQ) and The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) will hold a public webinar focused on an ethics discussion “The Ethics of Health during a Global Pandemic”.

Arc is hosting a MedTech Hackathon to help our local health sector better cope with current & future health crises.

The Hackathon is an intensive weekend event, where teams with innovative ideas for hardware or software products , are given the opportunity to pitch their concept, showcase the strength of their team and demonstrate their perceived market opportunity in the medtech space.

The focus of the event is to tackle pervasive problems in medicine and biomedicine with the aid of technology, attracting participants from a wide range of backgrounds: from doctors and scientists to graphic designers, entrepreneurs and engineers.

In light of the impacts of COVID-19, McCullough Robertson have taken the opportunity to offer their clients a bespoke program of complimentary webinars covering a range of topics relevant to businesses across all sectors. Led by McCullough Robertson’s team of experts, the 21st Annual Employment Relations Virtual Conference will take you through all the latest developments in employment relations and safety. Delegates have the opportunity to register for a number of webinars that are of most interest. You will have the ability to submit questions for Q&A opportunities at the end of each session. Attendance at each webinar entitles you to 1 CPD point.

Europe CEO is an invitation-only, off-the-record forum that brings together industry leaders to network and share insights on the challenges and opportunities impacting the international biopharma community. The one-day event takes place just before BIO-Europe, and includes a number of panel discussions, fireside chats, and plenty of networking opportunities during breakfast, lunch and the closing receptions. The event is invitation only. To request your invitation please click on the More Info Here link below. LSQ members can also contact us to receive a large discount following invitation.

The Series

The Propel your career into life sciences webinar series hosted by Life Sciences Queensland Limited (LSQ) and supported by Evolve Scientific Recruitment and TranZition Group, provides an opportunity for participants to gain insights, ask questions and seek advice on careers in life sciences from industry experts and key influencers through interactive presentations and panel discussions.

Increase your knowledge and awareness of the local life sciences industry in Queensland and Australia as LSQ and their industry partners profile disruptive technologies, future jobs and skills needed in the industry to help adapt and boost employment opportunities and make career transitions seamless.
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The MedTech20 Annual Conference is the premier medical technology industry conference in Australia and brings together leaders and influencers across the industry, government and academia to discuss the key issues affecting MedTech.

University of Southern Queensland (USQ) is recognised internationally by polymer composite R&D in civil engineering. We have developed and applied novel composite technologies in an array of construction and through the repair of bridges, roads, railways and marine structures, to future-proof Australian infrastructure. This webinar provides an overview of the state-of-the-art research, development, and applications of composite technologies in Australia. It also identifies future opportunities for the broad use of composites in civil engineering and construction.

Australia’s largest life science conference is back and will be delivered online live 28 – 30 October and on-demand.

The world has changed and AusBiotech + Invest 2020 has moved online to ensure maximum flexibility and accessibility. Australia’s biggest week in biotech will feature the event you’ve known and trusted for 35 years, with new opportunities for global delegates and speakers, and a new level of global insight and perspective.

AusBiotech is committed to providing this valuable online forum for our sector to engage and exchange ideas; to partner, pitch and to learn.

Nordic Life Science Days is the largest Nordic partnering conference for the global Life Science industry. Bringing together the best talents in Life Science, offering amazing networking and partnering opportunities, providing inputs and content on the most recent trends. Nordic Life Science Days attracts leading decision makers from the Life Science sector, not only from biotech,
pharma and healthtech but also from finances, research, policy and regulatory authorities. Based on cutting-edge and advanced partnering and networking tools, Nordic Life Science Days showcases the best the Nordic region has to offer. Contact LSQ for a discount.