Women In Bio E-Newsletter - January 4, 2018 Inviting. Supporting. Succeeding. www.womeninbio.org NATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS Speak up and Succeed! How to Find and Use Your Voice to Deliver Impact. As an organizational leader, there are many opportunities to have a positive impact, but to do so, you need to speak up and be heard. This webinar hosted by Kristin Backstrom, Ph.D. , shares strategies to manage yourself, your voice, and your message. Wouldn't you like to be in full control of yourself and your message, so you know you are heard? Wouldn't you like to overcome anxiety related to sharing your ideas and input? And deliver effective, impactful feedback or input? Learn how to find and use your voice, January 24, 2017 at 3pm (EST), so you can build rapport with others, insert value, and get credit for your own ideas. Women In Bio’s Boardroom Ready program – now accepting applications We are excited to announce the Boardroom Ready program is accepting applications for 2018. In its third year, the Boardroom Ready Program is designed to elevate, promote, and place highly qualified women to corporate boards. Intensive board competency building curriculum at George Washington University, held annually to refine each candidate’s understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and commitments related to serving on both public and private boards, is only the beginning. Boardroom Ready candidates also work with a professional resume writer to craft a board-tailored Curriculum Vitæ and biography. In addition, each candidate is partnered with an experienced board mentor to help navigate the path to board service. Throughout the process, WIB, LifeSci Advisors and other sponsors work to facilitate Kristin Backstrom, Ph.D
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Women In Bio E-Newsletter - January 4, 2018
Inviting. Supporting. Succeeding.
www.womeninbio.org
NATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Speak up and Succeed! How to Find and Use Your Voice to Deliver Impact.
As an organizational leader, there are many opportunities to have a positive impact, but to do so, you need to speak up and be heard. This webinar hosted by Kristin Backstrom, Ph.D. , shares strategies to manage yourself, your voice, and your message. Wouldn't you like to be in full control of yourself and your message, so you know you are heard? Wouldn't you like to overcome anxiety related to sharing your ideas and input? And deliver effective, impactful feedback or input? Learn how to find and use your voice, January 24, 2017 at 3pm (EST), so you can build rapport with others, insert value, and get credit for your own ideas.
Women In Bio’s Boardroom Ready program – now accepting applications
We are excited to announce the Boardroom Ready program is accepting applications for 2018. In its third year, the Boardroom Ready Program is designed to elevate, promote, and place highly qualified women to corporate boards. Intensive board competency building curriculum at George Washington University, held annually to refine each candidate’s understanding of the duties, responsibilities, and commitments related to serving on both public and private boards, is only the beginning. Boardroom Ready candidates also work with a professional resume writer to craft a board-tailored Curriculum Vitæ and biography. In addition, each candidate is partnered with an experienced board mentor to help navigate the path to board service. Throughout the process, WIB, LifeSci Advisors and other sponsors work to facilitate
Kristin Backstrom, Ph.D
matching program graduates with companies seeking new board members. We look forward to receiving your application!
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CHAPTER NEWS & EVENTS
Upcoming Events
• WIB-SF "Market Trends in Biotech" at the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference, January 10, 2018
• WIB-Greater Montreal and JLABS “Moose’s Den" Pitch Competition Event, January 17, 2018
• WIB-Capital Region Mastering the Entrepreneurial Mind: Leading Change that Changes the World, January 18, 2018
• WIB-National "Speak up and Succeed! How to Find and Use Your Voice to Deliver Impact" Webinar, January 24, 2018
• WIB-RTP Kick Off 2018 with a Women In Bio RTP Networking Event, January 24, 2018 • WIB-Pittsburgh "Make the Most of Mentoring: Develop a Strong Mentor/Mentee
Relationship," January 25, 2018 • WIB-Chicago Navigating the Evolving Healthcare Landscape, January 25, 2018 • WIB-Metro New York "Making New York a Biotech Hub" Panel Discussion, January 30,
2018
• WIB-Southern California Entrepreneur Boot Camp, January 30, 2018 • WIB-San Francisco YWIB "Dancing with the Flu" Antibody Discovery and Production
Event, February 6, 2018
Atlanta
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About Our Chapter
The Atlanta chapter of Women In Bio was founded in 2012 to cater to women in the burgeoning life sciences sector here. WIB-Atlanta provides women a space to interact, and exchange information and ideas, through a wide range of social gatherings and educational workshops. Our membership base includes women researchers, sales, law professionals, business, technology transfer specialists, supportive staff, policy experts, doctors, medical/science communicators, educators, and other experts. Learn more about our chapter.
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YWIB Capital Region Call for Volunteers
Young Women in Bio (YWIB) is a special initiative of WIB designed to encourage young girls to explore opportunities, education, and careers in STEM. Our events combine lectures, hands-on experiments, on-site laboratory tours, and networking opportunities. We have arranged visits to organizations spanning the public and private sectors, including Walter Reed Medical Museum, Pixelligent Technologies, and the University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center. In April, YWIB Capital Region hosted the keynote event for the National YWIB “Spring into STEM” initiative: a career panel featuring NIH Institute Directors, surgeons, lawyers, and other women in high-profile STEM-based careers with over 100 area high school ladies in attendance. This year during “Spring into STEM" YWIB Capital Region will attend the USA Science and Engineering Festival in Washington D.C., an event which draws over half a million visitors in one weekend. We are also debuting a Science Behind the Movies neuroscience seminar series this spring in collaboration with NIH. In addition to our public efforts, YWIB Capital Region plans to expand our marketing by launching a webpage and enhancing our social media presence. YWIB efforts are exclusively supported by WIB volunteers. Volunteers create, organize, coordinate, and attend events throughout the academic year. If you would like to participate in this exciting mentorship opportunity, please contact Kelly Beazley at [email protected]
WIB Capital Region Hosts Annual Holiday Party
Another great WIB event and WIB year for the record books! Long-time WIB members and newcomers from various organizations and stages of their careers, came together to close out 2017. The founding chapter rebranded in the fall to become the Capital Region Chapter of Women in Bio, reflecting even more the growing BioHealth Capital Region initiative in the greater DMV. This change also reflects a new initiative to broaden the impact and reach to include more events in Northern Virginia, Frederick, and beyond. WIB-Capital Region also established the chapter's first Advisory Board, which is comprised of 5 long-time Women In Bio members. Also announced, that in late 2018, the chapter will be re-instating the Annual Dinner, a long-standing tradition which will highlight women in bio across the region. Join us for more information about the event. 2018, here we come!
YWIB Capital Region attends 3rd Annual STEM Event for Young Women
In November, the 3rd Annual STEM Event for Young Women was held at the University of Maryland Greenebaum Comprehensive Cancer Center. Hosted by the laboratory of Dr. Rena Lapidus in partnership with Young Women in Bio (YWIB) Capital Region, and supported by the National Cancer Institute Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) program, this event was attended by 28 high school ladies from 5 schools. Students isolated DNA from cancer cells under the supervision of graduate students, and then spoke to women professionals, including a genetic counselor, oncologist, laboratory technician, nurse, and biomedical engineer. After eating pizza and talking with the panelists, students toured a drug discovery lab, saw the massive robotic freezer, and toured the mouse facility.
Welcome to the first installment of the WIB-Capital Region Members’ Spotlight
We are kicking off this series with Lisa Richardson, Assistant Treasurer, Sr. Directory, Treasury, Emergent BioSolutions Inc., who is also one of five women making up the new WIB Capital Region Advisory Board. Lisa Richardson has an extensive background in finance and business development. As a long standing WIB member she strongly believes in the value of mentorship and has great advice for young women just starting out their careers. Join us for the full interview.
Lisa Richardson
Chicago
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Navigating the Evolving Healthcare Landscape
The headlines are alarming. Policy makers, political pundits and health care thought leaders vary in their perspective on what a viable health care solution could be. What’s a consumer to do? Get smart on what’s evolving and get clear on the options. Join WIB-Chicago on January 25 for a panel discussion with industry experts that will help demystify where the focus should be when it comes to cost-effective and quality health care.
SAVE THE DATES FOR WIB-CHICAGO'S 2018 PROGRAMS! WIB-Chicago has a great line-up of programs for 2018. Mark your calendars for these upcoming events. Registration and additional details will be available soon.
• Navigating the Evolving Healthcare Landscape -- Thursday, January 25, 2018 -- Blue Cross Blue Shield 300 E. Randolph
• Chicago Clear as Mud? Legal, Regulatory, and Business Concerns for Biosimilars In 2018 -- Thursday, February 21, 2018 — Schiff Hardin 233 E. Wacker Drive, Suite 6600,
• Chicago Women's History Month Event - Diversity & Inclusion in Life Sciences: Where are we today? - Thursday, March 22, 2018 — Drinker Biddle & Reath 191 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 3700, Chicago
Membership Discount for MATTER Members
MATTER members can save 25% on WIB membership costs! If you are a MATTER member, contact [email protected] to learn more and receive the discount code.
Greater Boston
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WIB-Greater Boston Focus on Mentors, Sponsors and Building Networks
In Boston, we’ve been focused on events and programs that build our networks and explore how to find and use mentors to help advance our careers. We are in the process of developing a mentoring program to pair people based on interests, career levels, and geography. If you are interested in participating please complete our survey (link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QNKT5GH) to get on the list and help shape its direction. If you’ve already submitted, thanks for your patience as we work out the details and timing. We are really excited about the direction we are taking and look forward to sharing it with you.
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WIB-Grand Montréal et JLABS @ Toronto présentent leur première compétition de start-ups : ‘’Dans l’œil de l’orignal’’ 17 janvier 2018
Dans le cadre de cet événement inspiré de « Dans l’œil du dragon », deux groupes de femmes influentes de la biotech se retrouvent: des femmes à la direction de start-ups à la recherche de capitaux, et des femmes d’expérience de firmes d’investissement.
Venez voir les compagnies œuvrant dans les biotechnologies et les sciences de la vie et bénéficiez d’une opportunité de réseautage unique. L’audience sera mise à contribution pour voter pour la meilleure présentation.
Joignez-vous à nous pour apprendre comment présenter un projet à un investisseur plus efficacement et découvrir les nouvelles compagnies en sciences de la vie. Que ce soit pour votre propre compagnie ou pour célébrer ces femmes extraordinaires, c’est l’événement à ne pas manquer!
WIB-Greater Montreal and JLABS @ Toronto Present Their First Pitch Competition Event: “The Moose’s Den,” January 17, 2018
In this Moose’s Den-style event, two groups of influential women in biotech will come together: female executives raising start-up funds and senior-level women at investment firms.
Come check out companies from across the life sciences sector and take advantage of an invaluable networking opportunity. Each start-up will pitch to investors who will provide feedback on the pitch and ideas presented. The audience will also be able rate the pitches.
Join us and learn how to more effectively pitch to investors as well as to check out some exciting new life sciences companies. Whether you are starting your own company, raising money, or just want to celebrate powerful women, this is one event you can’t afford to miss.
Inventors and start-up founders: please reach out to Madeline Neziol at [email protected] or Lydiane Gaborieau at [email protected] to learn how to submit your application for this event.
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Making New York a Biotech Hub Join us for our Fourth Anniversary Event! We are hosting a panel discussion led by Maria Gotsch, President and CEO of the Partnership Fund of NYC, to discuss the various initiatives to develop New York as a growing biotech hub and how life sciences can be New York’s next big industry, doubling in terms of jobs and economic output if the right investments are made by the public and private sectors. Light food and beverages will be served. Panel will start at 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP at least 24 hours in advance of the event to be added to the list for security and access to the building.
Maria Gotsch
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Spotlight on Melissa Dowd
What is your title and company you work for? I am an Account Manager for the Scientific Division of Aerotek in Eastern PA. We provide top talent on a contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement basis for your project-based, seasonal, or niche requirements within the Life Sciences, Chemical and Consumer, and Healthcare industries.
What's your favorite thing about your job? I love the thrill of the hunt in identifying the perfect candidate that fulfills a client’s business need. Strategy around delivery and fulfillment has always been enjoyable for me, as well as a strong suit. It is also very rewarding to be of assistance to candidates as they progress their careers in the industry.
What's your role in WIB-Philadelphia? I currently serve as the Programming Co-Chair. I help to plan and organize the content and structure of our monthly programs. We focus on driving exciting programs for professional development as well as socialization that our members and future members want to be a part of.
Why did you join WIB? I wanted to be a part of something special where I could bring my experience with women’s leadership as well as my passion. It is really exciting to see how we have grown and developed as a collective group in the last 10 months.
Where was your favorite vacation? In high school I had the fortunate experience to be a part of a Japanese Exchange Program and was able to travel to various cities and prefectures in Japan. I was there for two weeks and that included a one-week home stay and a week of travel. I was so grateful to explore the culture in Japan. I truly believe if I didn’t have all my family and friends here in the states, you would find me, most likely, somewhere near Kyoto.
Pittsburgh
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WIB-Pittsburgh presents: Make the Most of Mentoring: Develop a Strong Mentor/Mentee Relationship
Most of us will agree that mentoring is a key component in career and professional development. But, how do you make the most of your time with your mentor/mentee? Join us for a discussion about how to make the most of your mentoring relationships, both as a mentor and as a mentee. A panel of experienced mentors, representing academia and industry will speak to their past mentoring experiences. This event is organized by WIB-Pittsburgh’s Mentors, Advisors and Peers 1:1 Mentoring Program (MAPs); all are welcome, and all MAPs participants are strongly encouraged to attend! You may also use this time to meet with your MAPs mentor or mentees. Start your new MAPs mentor/mentee relationships off on the right foot in 2018!
WIB-Pittsburgh Partners with Chatham for Women Business Leaders Breakfast
December 8, 2017, Women In Bio-Pittsburgh partnered with Chatham University Center for Women's Entrepreneurship's Women Business Leaders breakfast. Leanne Meyer, Director of Leadership Development, Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University gave an inspiring talk on negotiation strategies for women. Leanne said that although women are usually very good at negotiating, they often choose not to negotiate. Women often choose to put relationships ahead of the conflict that may arise from negotiations. There are also a number of things that women can do to be compassionate, smart and powerful in their negotiations including: use a feminine style, plan, legitimize your ask, make yourself feel powerful, and be comfortable with the word “no.” Leanne was an engaging speaker as she interspersed anecdotes with her poignant advice, providing an inspiring experience for WIB-Pittsburgh members and other members of the Pittsburgh community. Learning about negotiation tactics and the science that supports them was a great backdrop for attendees to enjoy good food and networking on a Friday morning.
A crowd of WIB-Pittsburgh members and members of the Pittsburgh community
Leanne Meyer speaks on negotiation strategies for women
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Kick Off 2018 with a WIB-RTP Networking Event
A great way to start 2018 is to build your professional network. Catch up with old contacts and meet some new ones at the first Women in Bio-RTP event of the year. We’ll be networking over drinks and light appetizers at Hope Valley Bar & Grill in Durham. Shy or uncertain about how to network effectively? Don’t worry - we’ll have some tips, ice breakers, and a structured networking activity to get the conversation started! The best time to build your professional network is now, so don’t miss this great event.
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Save the Date - WIB at the 2018 JP Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 10, 2018!
Save the date! Women In Bio, in collaboration with Bloomberg Intelligence, will be hosting our second annual 'Market Trends in Biotech' panel discussion during the JP Morgan conference in San Francisco. The panel will take place the morning of January 10th, 2018 and will feature Shehnaaz Suliman (SVP, Corporate Development and Strategy, Theravance), Marianne De Backer (VP, Venture Investments, J&J), Christiana Bardon (Portfolio Manager, Burrage Capital), and Gisela Schwab (CMO, Exelixis). The discussion will touch on the M&A outlook for 2018, hot areas in biopharma R&D, and drug pricing. The panel discussion will be followed by a fireside chat with Sophie Kornowski-Bonnet (Head of Business Development, Roche) to reflect on her career development and her insights for biotech investing for 2018. Registration for this event to be provided by Bloomberg.
"Dancing with the Flu" - The Science Behind Antibody Discovery and Production
Curious about how antibodies fight the flu? February 6, 2018, San Francisco YWIB is excited to host an event with Genentech for students interested in learning how scientists discovered antibody therapeutics that combat the flu and how antibody therapeutics are made. Students will participate in interactive sessions and a tour, where Genentech scientists will discuss how they develop new therapies to benefit patients. Students will also meet professional women from Genentech, who will share their personal experiences at a pizza party and Q&A session. This event is for middle and high school girls.
Biotech Entrepreneurship for Girls with YWIB hosted by JLABS
On November 7, 2017, San Francisco Bay Area YWIB in partnership with Johnson and Johnson Innovation (JLABS) held a unique event focused on introducing high school women to biotech entrepreneurship. Twenty-five high school students from around the Bay Area attended the afternoon event in South San Francisco. Four female biotech startup founders and CEOs presented investment pitches to the audience. Casey Lynch, CEO, presented Cortexyme, Dr. Crystal Nyitray, Ph.D, Founder and CEO of Encellin, Dr. Alicia Scheffer-Wong, Ph.D, Founder and CEO, presented Floragraph, and Dr. Emma Taylor, MD, CEO of Naked Biome; presented her company pitch, including a description of the technological innovation, the unmet medical need addressed by the technology, a development plan, and an ‘ask’ for funding. The students in the audience were tasked with evaluating each company as if they were investors. In small groups, the students discussed and critically evaluated each of the four technologies with the help of YWIB and JLABS mentors. They reported that the material was “challenging, but in a good way.” Following the small group discussions, the larger group reconvened for a panel discussion on startups and entrepreneurship. We wish to thank Johnson and Johnson Innovation and JLABS leadership, the dedicated workshop volunteers, and our attendees for their engaging participation and feedback.
Casey Lynch, Dr. Crystal Nyitray, Ph.D, Dr. Alicia Scheffer-Wong, Ph.D, Dr. Emma Taylor, MD
Join the new WIB-San Francisco Bay Area Facebook Group!
The WIB-SF Bay Area Chapter is transitioning from a Facebook Page to a Facebook Group to better support engagement among our membership! Please join our new group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/wibsf/) today to stay up-to-date on all the exciting programming we have planned for you. We will completely transition over to the new Facebook Group soon, so be sure to join now to avoid missing out on any future announcements!
Seattle
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WIB-Seattle 2017 Annual December Holiday Social Recap
All attendees were merry and bright at the December 15, 2017 WIB-Seattle Annual Holiday Social. The evening began with a brief presentation by the WIB-Seattle leadership to show their appreciation for all who made 2017 a success as well as transition plans into 2018. Shannon Dennis, Chapter Chair, introduced all the members of this year’s board, and Katie Smolnycki, Vice Chapter Chair, introduced the 2018 new board members. Each board member discussed what committee they lead and how it has helped them develop their leadership skills and network in ways that would otherwise not have been possible. The WIB-Seattle Chapter committees are Membership, Communications, Young Women In Bio (YWIB), Sponsorship, and Programs. Each committee is led by a chair and supported by a vice-chair who will take on the leading role for that committee in succession. There are currently openings for vice-chair for Sponsorship, Membership, and YWIB committees. To find out more contact [email protected]. We wrapped up the evening by presenting a $1000 scholarship to 2017 WIB Founders Professional Scholarship winner, WIB-Seattle’s own Ingrid Durenberger. WIB-Seattle looks forward to a successful upcoming year supporting WIB’s mission of promoting careers, leadership, and entrepreneurship of women in the life sciences.
Ariana Marcassa, Amanda White, Jaclyn Kogut,
Jennifer Adrian, Ashley Montez, Karen Terrado
Shannon Dennis,Ingrid Durenberger, Katie Smolnycki
Southern California
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WIB-Southern California 2017 Holiday Party
December 5, 2017, the Southern California chapter of Women in Bio hosted their annual Holiday Party. TriNet, Alexandria, and Medmarc sponsored the event at the beautiful Green Acre Campus in San Diego. The location is fantastic and there was plenty of space for the many attendees to walk around or network while sitting at big tables. Wine and beer were served, and snacks were nicely displayed on a long table. While members and guests chatted, delicious hors d'oeuvre were passed around throughout the evening. Alyssa Master, the SoCal WIB Chair, spoke about WIB and its mission. She also introduced representatives of TriNet and Alexandria, who gave brief overviews of their services to help San Diego’s thriving biotech community. While socializing, attendees bid on wonderful silent auction items, which was a real success! We closed the activities of 2017 in style with a wonderful party, and look forward to great events in the new year!
WIB-Southern California Entrepreneur Boot Camp
Our experience is that the skills and knowledge to raise professional money are very different from building a successful company. CEO's know how to sell their product to customers, but selling to investors is very different, challenging, and non-intuitive. Most (99%) of startup CEO's do it incorrectly and are unable to raise money.
George Kinney of Shepherd Ventures will lead the Boot Camp which will answer the following mysteries:
• Why is it so hard for me to raise money?
• How come only 1% of companies get funded by VC’s?
• What are investors’ secret unfair agendas?
George Kinney
• Does my messaging fail the Kleiner and Viral tests?
• Am I selling the wrong thing to investors?
Join us January 30, 2018 for the answers!
Alyssa Master is named one of San Diego’s 40 under 40 The San Diego Daily Transcript recognized the chair of WIB-Southern California chapter, Alyssa Master, as one of San Diego’s 40 under 40. This honor came just after Alyssa took WIB’s leadership role in the Spring of 2017 and is a testament to her accomplishments in the field of the life sciences.
Alyssa holds a BS, MS, and PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University where she focused on therapeutic nanoparticle formulations. While at Case Western, she earned the coveted National Institute of Health F31 fellowship grant and founded a local chapter of the Society For Biomaterials as its president. Alyssa did her Postdoctoral Fellowships at the University of Illinois and the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
Alyssa has over 10 years of academic and industrial R&D experience in biomaterials and drug delivery. She is currently the Senior Manager of Science and Applications at Nucleus Biologics. She was the third employee at Nucleus Biologics and was hired with the dual role of sales representative and lead scientist. Today she is an integral part of Nucleus’ management team, where she furthers the company’s mission to provide high quality cell culture solutions to the life sciences industry.
Alyssa Master
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WIB-Texas Chapter Is Expanding!
Women In Bio (WIB) is an organization of professionals committed to promoting careers, leadership, and entrepreneurship for women in the life sciences. The Texas chapter of WIB, founded in 2015, is expanding, and we are looking for volunteers and sponsors who can help us grow. We are looking for volunteers from all across Texas - from El-Paso to the Dallas, San-Antonio, Austin and Houston areas! Volunteering with WIB serves as a great way to meet new people, get involved with your local community, and develop new skills. If you are interested in joining a team of motivated and dynamic women, and contributing to the growth of our chapter, contact us for more information. We look forward to an exciting 2018 program filled with social, networking, professional and educational events! Join us!
OTHER INTERESTS
Applications Accepted for the Donald A. King Summer Research Fellowship
In 2005, the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) established the Donald A. King Summer Research Fellowship program in honor of Donald King who passed away in 2004. Don was a tireless advocate for Huntington’s disease (HD) families and served as HDSA’s Chairman of the Board from 1999 to 2003. The purpose of this fellowship program is two-fold: first, to attract the brightest young scientists into the field of Huntington’s disease research; and secondly, to facilitate meaningful HD research to clarify the biological mechanisms underlying HD pathology.
The Fellowship sponsors college students to pursue an HD research project during the summer months. Fellowship recipients, working under the supervision of senior HD scientists, will undertake a project that is focused and achievable in a short timeframe, yet helpful in guiding future HD research. Applications are accepted between December and March each year. The deadline for 2018 fellowship applications is March 2, 2018, 5:00 p.m. (EDT). Please submit proposals via email as a MS Word or PDF file. Learn more.
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