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Celebrating Black History Month: Black Scientists that Have Revolutionized the Life Sciences

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In the life sciences, countless Black scientists, researchers and medical professionals have made groundbreaking discoveries that have significantly advanced our understanding of biology and medicine. They serve as inspiration for future generations of scientists from all backgrounds.

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The Canadian life sciences hub that may not be on your FDI radar (but should be)

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It is no secret that Canada boasts a strong and competitive life sciences sector. Within Canada, one province has often stood out as the place to be for cutting-edge life sciences innovation. Canada’s next life sciences leader. Again, this is nothing new. Now, there is no slowing down.

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Agents for change: the women breaking through in life sciences venture capital

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But things are changing and women are becoming more influential in life sciences VCs, with an increase in business going to all-female teams. The story was slightly different in life sciences, however: all-female teams in biotech and pharma received 10% of funding compared with 7% for all-male”.

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5 Trending Life Science Webinar Topics For 2022

XTalks

A successful life science webinar engages the audience in a unique manner, drives the right kind of traffic and provides genuine value for attendees. Here are 5 trending life science webinar topics that have been resonating well with our audiences. Then view our past life science webinars here.

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IWD: Spotlight on women in life sciences

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How did you get into life sciences? Dr Doina Ionescu (DI): After completing my PhD in physics at the University of Southampton, I joined Merck as a research scientist in 1998. DI: Transitioning from being a research scientist to a mergers & acquisitions project manager was not easy. What has your career path been?

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How Has COVID-19 Changed the Way We Work in the Life Sciences?

XTalks

Life science workers are one of the most common areas of work that could not eliminate all visits to the office or lab during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some scientists and researchers have been visiting their workplaces during the pandemic. So, what will work look like in the life sciences as we emerge from the pandemic?

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Looking at Women’s Leadership in Life Science Industries on International Women’s Day

XTalks

On International Women’s Day, Xtalks is celebrating women’s leadership in the life sciences by highlighting some of the female leaders at the forefront of scientific discovery, as well as the continuing challenges of attaining more equitable representation. Challenges in Women’s Leadership.