McMaster University's Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization Career Fair
On September 21, join McMaster University's BDC students in a panel discussion and career fair to meet students seeking masters internships, grad recruitment, part-time and summer employment opportunities.
Pre-Screened & Ready to Go ‘Top Notch’ Experienced Business Talent Available for Fall 2018
OBIO has pre-screened 18 business-experienced candidates ready to help your company scale and grow. These high-quality recent business (MBA; M.Mgmt; M. Mgt Innovation, etc.) graduates and co-op students have the Business Development skills you need.
Former OBIO CAAP Company Vasomune Announces Multi-Million Dollar Co-Development Agreement
Former OBIO CAAP company, Vasomune and AnGes signed an innovative global Co-Development Agreement to advance an innovative platform targeting vascular leakage and to maximize the opportunity for a Tie2 receptor agonist to benefit patients.
Mackenzie Innovation Institute: Innovation Procurement Case Study, Sept 13
Mackenzie Innovation Institute (Hospital) and Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE) are conducting an Innovation Procurement Case Study on September 13, 2018, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (EST) at 325 Front Street West, Toronto. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Pre-Screened & Ready to Go ‘Top Notch’ Experienced Business Talent Available for Fall 2018 OBIO H2BB OBIO H2BB
OBIO Health To Business Bridge™ program (H2BB™) has 20 pre-screened business-experienced candidates ready to help your company scale and grow. These high-quality recent business graduates and co-op students have the Business Development skills you need.
Federal Government Wants Your Input for Regulatory Review
As part of the Federal Government’s regulatory reform agenda, the health science industry has been announced as one of three sectors targeted for regulatory review. This is an unprecedented opportunity for health science companies to provide direct, open-ended feedback to the federal government on the regulatory challenges and hurdles that directly (or indirectly) impact your business.
Calling for Presenting Companies for MassMEDIC’s MedTech Showcase, Oct. 9-10
MassMEDIC will conduct its Annual MedTech Showcase on October 10th, at the Westin Seaport Hotel, Boston. Medtech start-up executives are invited to conduct 10-minute pitches at this conference.
Federal Government Renews Funding for CCRM and CPDC
The federal government renews funding for the Centre for the Commercialization of Regenerative Medicine (CCRM) and the Centre for Probe Development and Commercialization (CPDC) in Hamilton through the Networks of Centres of Excellence (NCE) program.
Grand Challenges Canada: Calling for Bold Ideas for Stars in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
Grand Challenges Canada seeks bold and innovative ideas for products, services and implementation models that will transform how challenges related to sexual and reproductive health and rights are addressed in low- and middle-income countries.
University of Toronto Announces New Innovation Centre
The University of Toronto announces plans to build a new 14-storey Innovation Centre, replacing the western portion of the Banting and Best complex, located at the corner of College Street and University Avenue, with expected completion in 2021.
Swift Medical CEO Announced As Finalist for EY Entrepreneur of the Year
Swift Medical CEO Carlo Perez was recognized as one of the finalists for EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2018. The awards recognize entrepreneurial spirit and purpose-driven leadership for the future of the healthcare industry.
Global Affairs Canada Recruiting for Digital Health Program in Philadelphia and NYC
Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) for Health IT in Philadelphia is a three-month mentoring and orientation program for small and medium-sized digital health enterprises, with a five-day orientation in Philadelphia with key members of the city's healthcare community.
Ontario Genomics Opens Funding Application for Genomics Technologies
A new round of Genome Canada’s Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) funding is now available for research collaborations on developing genomics-derived technologies.
Global Affairs Canada and Trade Commissioner Service Accepting Applications for Life Sciences Program in San Francisco
Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) San Francisco – Life Sciences is an intensive program run by the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) team in San Francisco. It offers Canadian companies the opportunity to expand their business in a global hub for the life sciences sector. The program is accepting applications for the winter 2018 cohort, which will run November 2018 – February 2019.
Synaptive Medical's Modus V™ Acquired By World Renowned Academic Medical Center
Synaptive Medical announced that Duke University Medical Center has acquired its connected neurosurgery system.
OBIO Hosts Dr. Jonathan Shieh, Taipei Economic and Cultural Office and Government of Ontario officials
Last week, OBIO hosted a day of meetings with Dr. Jonathan Shieh, Executive Director, Science and Technology Division of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office which brought Dr. Shieh together with officials from the Ontario government, Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, as well as high-potential Ontario health science companies.
Are You Looking For Help with Market Research, Marketing or Financing?
OBIO H2BB is now offering top graduate-level, business-trained students and recent graduates, who will expand your business, marketing and/or finance strategies through market research, investor targeting, or conference preparation.
Biotechnology Focus Magazine Launches Survey
Biotechnology Focus magazine is conducting a survey to gauge Canada’s innovation culture. In support of Global Biotech Week (Sept 24-30), add your voice to the Innovation Report by taking this quick survey by July 27th.
Commercializing Healthcare Solutions in the U.S., July 26, 2018
VentureLAB brings you a collaborative workshop offering real-world, practical tools, frameworks and tips for commercializing digital healthcare solutions in the U.S. market.
Recapping 'How Do VCs Value Health Science Companies? From Valuation to Deal Structure'
On June 25th, OBIO organized a workshop with two industry leaders and provided a VC perspective on how they valuate start-up companies and on how this is translated into a deal structure, featuring presentations by Richard Meadows (General Partner, BioInnovation Capital Fund & OBIO Board Director) and Andy Haigh (COO, Adapsyn Bioscience).