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This year will be an instrumental year for Philadelphia as it continues its growth as a life science leader, with talent attraction and retention at the forefront. As a leading metropolitan hub for Life Sciences, Philadelphia now has the 5th most life sciences researchers and continues to achieve above average rates of growth. Through a newly formed partnership between The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia and Keystone LifeSci Collaborative, we will continue to see these numbers increase as they work to strengthen the industry’s robust talent pipeline, with a goal of increasing talent attraction and retention of Life Science professionals across the Philadelphia region. Additionally, with an anticipated employment boom in the field of gene & cell therapy, the City of Philadelphia is establishing partnerships to train residents and provide apprenticeship opportunities to increase the number of trained, skilled workers allowing Philadelphia-based life science companies to hire locally. As Anne Brooks at Iovance Biotherapeutics, an early customer of ours, recently told The Philadelphia Inquirer, “Employers need to access a rich candidate pool of capable technicians who have mastered key skills.” Through these initiatives focused on growing the life sciences talent pipeline in Philadelphia the city can continue to rise the ranks as a national leading hub of innovation. #talentattraction #talentretention #skilledworkers #lifescience #chamberofcommerce #Philadelphia

Academic Connections and Advances in Research with Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses I cannot overstate how important it was for my own career to learn how to publish systematic reviews and #MetaAnalyses. As a PGY1 resident, having the autonomy to develop great ideas and conduct my own research, in collaboration with peers, was transformative in my journey.? In my recent publication with the Brazilian Society of Cardiology, I explored the power of meta-analyses for young researchers, eager to contribute to the literature and boost their CV in terms of publications, but often limited by lack of local research opportunities. Here are some important highlights: 1. The Importance of Research Connections - "Another intangible benefit of developing meta-analyses is the connection formed between a skilled student and a medical specialist serving as a mentor." - Students proficient in systematic reviews and meta-analyses gain autonomy to engage renowned mentors and collaborators, leading impactful projects within and beyond their institutions. - Some of the collaborations created within The Meta-Analysis Academy include bridges between the University of S?o Paulo, A.C. Camargo Cancer Center, San Raffaele Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, and Harvard Medical School, to name a few. 2. Worldwide Access to Research Opportunities - Systematic review and meta-analysis methodologies provide an accessible and inclusive tool: - Enable participation of students and physicians from major urban centers or remote regions around the globe. - Allows professionals from public or private institutions to conduct high-quality research. - Students and researchers from high or low-income countries have similar opportunities for publication of meta-analyses. 3. Impactful results - Meta-analyses are often published in high-impact journals and well cited in guidelines.? - Of course, this presumes they are high quality, on relevant topics, and addressing important controversies.? - Nevertheless, early career professionals and experienced researchers alike, from all over the world, have access to this great research method, which can yield high-impact publications. 4. Development of important skillsets - As students learn how to do systematic reviews and meta-analyses, they also learn critical thinking, research methods, statistical analyses, scientific communication, writing skills, and so much more. 5. Career opportunities - Relevant #publications, available to students and healthcare professionals worldwide can open great career opportunities, such as #residency, clinical fellowships, research #fellowships, masters degrees and PhDs, academic promotions, and so much more. Check out the full text, available at: DOI: 10.36660/abc.20240630

NIH/NIGMS Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) Awards (T34) U-RISE and MARC programs Webinar, Friday, May 10, 12:30-2:00 p.m. ET Program Goal & Structure The goal of the Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) research training program is to promote broad participation in the biomedical research workforce by strengthening research training environments and expanding the pool of well-trained students who complete their baccalaureate degree, and transition into and complete biomedical, research-focused higher degree programs (such as Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D.). Specifically, this funding announcement provides support to eligible, domestic organizations to develop and implement effective, evidence-informed approaches to biomedical undergraduate training and mentoring to support the development of a biomedical research workforce that will benefit from the full range of perspectives, experiences and backgrounds needed to advance discovery. Find more information here:?https://lnkd.in/geYGfjJz

Three months ago, I was accepted into the iPREP program at Indiana University School of Medicine! ?? NIH iPREP (Post-Baccalaureate Research Education Program) is an immersive research and professional development program designed to prepare students from underrepresented communities for Ph.D. programs in biomedical sciences. It’s a space where curiosity meets opportunity, and where I get to dive deeper into the research that’s close to my heart—while learning what it truly means to be a scientist, advocate, and mentor. Since joining iPREP, I’ve had the absolute honor of working with Christopher Robinson, Ph.D. on a project focused on predicting CD8+ T cell epitopes in Coxsackievirus B3. ???? Yes, it’s as intense as it sounds, but the challenge has only sharpened my skills and deepened my drive to understanding the many mysteries of the immune system. I've realized iPREP has become more than research to me—it’s about growth, community, and finding your voice in science. From career development seminars to exploring my future in science policy and mentorship, I’m evolving in ways that are pushing me beyond the limits I once thought existed. To everyone who’s been part of my journey so far, thank you. The little kid in me who once dreamed of being a scientist is living that dream, and this is just the beginning. ?? #IPREP #Immunology #Bioinformatics #ScienceWithPurpose #MentorshipMatters #STEMJourney #RepresentationInSTEM #AutoimmuneResearch #PuzzleSolver

Danielle, my daughter, has just finished her work experience week in The Westmead Institute for Medical Research. I can’t be more grateful for this incredible opportunity, and a HUGE THANK YOU to Maggie Wang for this most invaluable learning experience offered! As a year-10 high school student interested in medicine, Danielle spent a week at #WIMR attending seminars and individual meetings with medical researchers in bioinformatics, cyrometry, genomics, histology, among others. She visited labs, observed experiments and asked questions. She worked like a professional with scheduled working hours and lunch break every day. It was absolutely an eye-opening mind-blowing experience for Danielle. I asked her what were the top 3 learnings for her and here’s the list she gave to me. ?? #Medicalresearch is extensive and broad with so many interesting areas and topics. ?? Everyone plays an important role and it’s #teamwork. ?? #Communication is important. If you want to make connections, you need to take initiatives and talk to people. “Invite them to lunch or coffee together”?? But there is a lot MORE that Danielle has taken away from this #immersivelearning, e.g., a fresh perspective on medicine and medical research, more educated thinking for future studies and career choices, new friendship with a group of enthusiastic medical scientists, and more confidence in social and professional networking! My top learning from observing this? There is an immense value of #workintegratedlearning in shaping the next generation of confident, talented and skilled professionals and leaders! To fully unlock its potential, collaboration between education providers and employers is essential. This brought me the pride that at Macquarie Business School, we have had the vision and developed an #IndustryParnershipProgram, an effective platform to work with businesses to equip our students with skills needed to thrive in workplaces and create a seamless transition from education to employment. Please reach out if you are interested in joining the collaborative force to making an #impact on the next generation! #studentsuccess

I was 40 before I made a conscious career decision. Up until that point I had always done what someone else suggested - it had always been assumed that I'd do A levels and then go to university (even though I was the first person in my family to do so). After my Physics degree I started a PhD in the Biophysics group where I'd done a final year project. In fact, I didn't even choose what I was going to work on - the PI I was going to work with had no funding, his colleague said 'I've got funding, I'll take your student...' As part of my PhD I collaborated with Zeneca Pharmaceuticals, later when I was doing a post-doc in Leeds University (which I was influenced into doing rather than accepting the offers I had from Seattle and Yale), I was encouraged to apply for a post-doc at Zeneca in the group I'd worked with during my PhD. My post-doc at Zeneca became a permanent position, I was promoted to Associate Principal Scientist, to Team Leader (Zeneca became AstraZeneca). Headcount reductions forced me to make my own career decisions and I had a couple of role changes and a promotion. A few were what I would call sideways moves, into the 'adjacent possible' - that someone suggested might be a good fit for me. It wasn't until I was 44 that I actively did things to really consider my future and what it was that I actually wanted... When did you last make a conscious career decision? #womeninscience #careercoaching #redundancy

In a one-year PREP, students may spend nine months gaining experience in medical labs with support from a mentor, plus three months developing skills in other areas, such as scientific writing and presentation. Learn more: #premed #meded #postbacc

ClinoSol Research - Celebrating Our June 2024 Achievements! At ClinoSol Research, every month brings us closer to our mission of empowering students and shaping the future of clinical research. June 2024 was yet another month of remarkable accomplishments, growth, and success. Industry Expert Sessions: This month, we hosted 3 insightful sessions featuring renowned leaders and industry experts. These sessions bridged the gap between academia and industry, offering students invaluable insights into real-world practices, emerging trends, and opportunities in the clinical research field. Placements: We are proud to announce 7 successful career launches in June! Our students are now making their mark in top clinical research organizations. At ClinoSol, we take pride in providing comprehensive placement support, ensuring our students are career-ready and confident to excel. Conferences & Workshops: June saw the organization of 3 impactful events, including conferences and workshops. These events were designed to foster skill-building, knowledge enhancement, and practical understanding, giving students hands-on experience and exposure to the latest advancements in the clinical research domain. ? Highlights of Our Journey This Month: Empowering students with practical knowledge and industry connections. Supporting their dreams with expert mentorship and guidance. Building a community that thrives on collaboration, innovation, and excellence. #ClinoSolResearch #ClinicalResearch #StudentSuccess #EmpowerYourCareer #JuneAchievements

Wondering if the NIGMS-supported Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP) is right for you? PREP offers aspiring scientists the opportunity to gain valuable research experience and prepare for graduate-level studies in biomedical sciences. Participants gain hands-on research experience, personalized mentorship, professional development opportunities, and more! Learn more from Wendy Deras and Saloni Dixon, PREP scholars at the Indiana University Indianapolis Indiana University School of Medicine, about how PREP has helped them build confidence, develop critical skills, and open doors to exciting opportunities in science. #ResearchTraining #NIGMS #NIH #FutureScientists #CareerDevelopment #STEM