Fitzsimons Innovation Community

Our proximity to, and partnership with, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus means our Community members have access to best and brightest minds in life sciences. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we shine a light on Women in STEM at CU Anschutz (WiSTEM) who are leading groundbreaking research from advancing our understanding of omics techniques to researching m6A in Candida biology, and to exploring the intersection of sleep, circadian rhythms, and cardiometabolic health. Their work is shaping the future of science and medicine.? ? The contributions of women in science will be showcased at the 9th Annual WiSTEM Symposium on March 28, 2025.?This event is a powerful reminder of the impact women have made—and continue to make—in STEM. https://lnkd.in/eH6ht_7T

On the Fitzsimons Innovation Campus you can start your day right with a cup of Change Please | B Corp Certified coffee, now brewing in Bioscience 3! More than just great coffee, every purchase supports life-changing job opportunities for people experiencing homelessness. #CoffeeWithACause #ChangePlease #FitzsimonsInnovationCommunity #InnovationBrews #MorningMotivation?

Welcome,?Francoise Bergan, Aurora City Councilmember for Ward VI! Fitzsimons Innovation Community is pleased to have you on our Board of Directors.? ? With a strong background in economic development, infrastructure planning, and public policy, Fran?oise plays a vital role in shaping Aurora’s growth. Her leadership in key regional initiatives will help strengthen Fitzsimons’ position as a premier destination for life sciences innovation and healthcare advancement.

Pioneering innovation happens when visionary leaders come together. We’re proud to partner with?Gates Institute?and the?Gates Biomanufacturing Facility (GBF)?as they advance groundbreaking cell, gene, and biologic therapies right here at?Fitzsimons Innovation Community. A big thank you to?Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman?and our own?Kelly Brough?for touring GBF and championing innovation in Aurora and beyond. Together, we’re strengthening Colorado’s position as a leader in biomedical advancements. #InnovationCommunity #CellAndGeneTherapy #AuroraCO #ColoradoLifeSciences

Opened in 2020, Bioscience 3 was designed to support companies as they scale—offering 117,000 square feet of flexible lab, office, warehouse, and industrial space. Whether transitioning from innovation to manufacturing or expanding operations, this state-of-the-art facility provides the foundation for growth. Bioscience 3 is already home to pioneering companies, but space is still available for the next wave of innovators. #InnovationCommunity #LifeSciences #BiotechStartups #FitzsimonsInnovationCommunity?

Choosing the right innovation community can make all the difference.? For startups and growing companies, the right environment fuels collaboration, accelerates breakthroughs, and provides the resources needed to thrive. At Fitzsimons Innovation Community, we offer state-of-the-art lab spaces, access to top-tier research institutions like University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, and a dynamic network of life sciences pioneers. When selecting an innovation hub, ask yourself:? Does it provide the infrastructure my company needs to scale? Will I be surrounded by like-minded innovators and industry leaders? Are there opportunities for collaboration and funding? At Fitzsimons, the answer is yes to all of the above.? https://lnkd.in/eaAz87nj? ? #InnovationCommunity #FitzsimonsInnovationCommunity #LifeSciences #BiotechStartups #Collaboration #TheRightEnvironment?

Wise words from Melissa Krebs, Ph.D., CEO & Founder of GelSana!?? ? Her advice to young women: Worry less about planning your entire future and career and more about what the options are in front of you today and which ones feel like the right one for you right now. Then trust your instinct for what’s next at that moment.? ? Be sure to check out this month’s blog post, where Melissa and other inspiring women in STEM share their insights, experiences, and advice: https://lnkd.in/e2YCsqCZ? ? #WomenInSTEM #MentorshipMatters #FitzsimonsInnovationCommunity?

Exciting news! Our President & CEO, Kelly Brough, has been appointed to the Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) Board of Directors. Kelly’s leadership at Fitzsimons Innovation Community is shaping the future of life sciences by fostering a thriving environment where groundbreaking research and innovation can flourish. As a CBSA board member, she will help drive Colorado’s position as a leading hub for health innovation. Congratulations to Kelly and all the new board members! We look forward to the impact this group will make on Colorado’s life sciences ecosystem. ?#LifeSciences #HealthInnovation #Leadership #COLeadsLifeSciences

It’s Brain Awareness Week and we are celebrating the scientists, innovators, and clinicians dedicated to improving brain health and transforming lives including our partners and community Members including:? Neurexis Therapeutics: Developing novel treatments to combat brain injuries and neurological disorders. CU Research Imaging Center (CU-RIC): Leading advanced neuroimaging research to deepen our understanding of the brain. #BrainAwarenessWeek #Neuroscience #InnovationCommunity #BrainHealth #NeuroTech?

Celebrating the groundbreaking work of our community Member,?RheumaGen! RheumaGen’s Co-founder and CSO, Brian Freed, Ph.D., was featured in Medscape, highlighting their innovative approach to treating Rheumatoid Arthritis and other autoimmune diseases through HLA-gene modification. We’re proud to support companies like RheumaGen as they push the boundaries of science and transform patient care! #FitzsimonsInnovationCommunity #LifeSciencesInnovation #BiotechBreakthroughs