The life sciences sector is rapidly evolving. Biotech companies are using cutting-edge techniques from data-driven tech to address some of the worlds biggest challenges in health, food biosecurity and environmental sustainability. We call this interface of biology and technology “techbio". These companies combine insights from both sectors to draw from a wealth of data, including clinical, genomic and molecular. These innovations will allow people to live longer and healthier lives.
Are you a postgraduate student or early career researcher working at the interface between biological and computational sciences? Would you like the opportunity to present your latest research at BIAs TechBio UK 2024 conference? This year BIA are showcasing future talent to TechBio companies across the UK at this groundbreaking conference where approximately 15-20 high calibre postgraduate students and post-doctoral researchers have an opportunity to display a poster showcasing their research.
Benefits of presenting at the TechBio Future Talent Poster Competition include:
- Make connections – build networks and share information and research with academia and companies across the UK
- Enhance your professional development
- Present research achievements to a wide audience
- Advertise your current work to potential employers
- Show-off creative ability and discuss ideas – inspiration for new projects comes out of questions asked, and opportunities for new collaborations are often found
The deadline for applications is 29 July 2024. Please email your entry to Cristina Hernandez Vazquez at [email protected]. Selection will be carried out by a specialist judging panel. The overall winner will be awarded a prize. Conference fees will be covered for those successfully selected to present their poster. A small travel bursary is available for those travelling from outside of the Greater London area.
As a PhD student, I was delighted to be awarded an invitation to attend the TechBio UK conference and present a poster displaying my research. The conference presented a fantastic opportunity to network and learn about the TechBio industry. The sessions and workshops were engaging and informative. I came away from the conference with a much keener awareness of the exciting opportunities within the TechBio industry.
Any questions?
Cristina Hernandez Vazquez
<b>What does your role at BIA involve?</b><br>
As the Skills Programme Executive at the BioIndustry Association (BIA), I am dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent within the life sciences sector. I oversee a range of initiatives designed to equip our members with the skilled workforce they need to thrive. By providing targeted training programs, fostering industry collaborations, and advocating for policies that support workforce development, I ensure that our member companies have access to professionals with the right expertise to drive innovation and growth. <br>
<b>Previous experience & achievements </b><br>
I studied Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) at King's College London, earning First Class Honours for my dissertation on the impact of healthcare policy changes on hospital function. During my time at King's, I completed a government affairs internship at a telecommunications company in Spain. After graduating, I backpacked across South America and secured a digital marketing internship, successfully increasing year-on-year bookings for a venue during the off-peak season. <br>
<b>If you could invite any scientist or entrepreneur to dinner, who would it be and why? </b><br>
If I could invite any scientist to dinner, it would be Dr. Jane Goodall. Her groundbreaking work in primatology has not only advanced our understanding of chimpanzees but also highlighted the importance of conservation. As a leading female scientist and a passionate advocate for the environment, she has inspired generations to appreciate and protect wildlife. I would love to discuss her discoveries, her conservation efforts, and her insights on the future of our planet. <br>