Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Leveraging AI and Machine Learning in Molecular Biology

In this presentation, we’ll explore practical applications of machine learning and artificial intelligence tailored for wet lab researchers in molecular biology. You'll gain an introduction to computational biology and bioinformatics, unlocking the potential of cutting-edge technologies. We'll cover a variety of impactful use cases, such as protein folding, molecular docking, predicting protein-protein interactions, protein annotation, and design—focusing on enzymes and binders. Moreover, we'll demonstrate how to easily access these tools and provide guidance on interpreting results effectively, including how to determine when these tools can be trusted in your research. Whether you're new to computational methods or looking to enhance your workflow, this workshop will provide practical insights and actionable strategies to bring AI and ML into your lab.
Presenter: Keaun Amani
Neurosnap
11:00 am-12:00 pm ET

Building a Global Culture of Sustainability in Science

In a rapidly evolving biotech landscape, labs must adapt to meet both technological and environmental demands. Join My Green Lab as we explore sustainable solutions for laboratories. Whether you are a lab manager, graduate student, postdoc, scientist, energy manager, or anyone supporting labs, the My Green Lab Certification program can guide your journey toward sustainability. My Green Lab Certification is considered the gold standard for laboratory sustainability best practices around the world and is recognized by the United Nations-backed Race to Zero campaign as a key measure of progress towards a zero-carbon future for the pharma and medtech sector.

To date, My Green Lab has supported over 3,200 labs and over 38,000 scientists globally, helping save money and preserve resources while ensuring a safe, healthy, and fun environment in support of science. Our session will cover how certification provides practical recommendations, from simple behaviors and tasks that scientists can adopt to enhance lab environmental performance to more extensive changes in space and equipment maintenance that significantly impact sustainability. Attendees will gain insights into integrating these practices, improving operational efficiency, and creating a culture of sustainability. Join us to discover actionable strategies to transform your lab operations.

Presenter: Namrata Jain
My Green Lab
12:30-1:30 pm ET

Launching a Biotech Lab: Lessons Learned from a 4-Month Sprint

Establishing a new lab from scratch in just four months presents unique hurdles that often go unnoticed. This webinar will explore three major challenges faced when retrofitting an existing space to meet biology, chemistry, and vivarium requirements. We will delve into real-time decision-making for construction adjustments, strategies for working with suppliers to establish credit on a pre-seed budget, and navigating the complex regulatory landscape at local, state, and federal levels. Attendees will gain insights into overcoming these obstacles while keeping the project on track.

Presenter: Anthony Cammarano
City Therapeutics
2:00-3:00 pm ET

Finding the Right Lab Space for Biotech and Life Science Research

Choosing the ideal lab space is a critical step for biotech and life science companies aiming to optimize productivity while managing costs. While subleasing can offer short-term benefits like lower costs and shorter lease terms, it also presents significant risks that could disrupt research. 

In this webinar, attendees will learn more about these risks and explore alternatives for acquiring adaptable lab spaces that better support evolving research needs.

Key learnings:

• Understanding the limitations and risks of subleased lab space

• Identifying alternatives to subleasing that support lab growth

• Evaluating lab space solutions for adaptable research environments

Presenter: Clement Fourny
SmartLabs
3:30-4:30 pm ET