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Upcoming Events
Seattle PBBS Free Online Symposium: The Science and Stories of Promising Biotech Startups
This symposium series aims to provide a platform for promising biotech startup companies to highlight their science and share their stories in building a fledgling business in Seattle. Symposium Agenda 8:30 – 8:40 AM PTPBSS Welcome and OverviewShichang Miao, PhD, President, PBSS; Peter Korytko, Chair, PBSS Seattle 8:40 – 9:15 AM PTEngineering the Next Wave […]
Straight from the Source: Get Your NIH SBIR Funding Questions Answered
Skip the guesswork and get the facts on small business funding. Join Life Science Washington and NIH SEED Small Business Grants for a live Q&A session featuring authoritative, direct-from-source insights from the NIH SBIR/STTR team. Designed for Washington state’s life science entrepreneurs, startups, small businesses, and academic researchers, this interactive webinar will provide practical guidance on securing NIH funding and developing […]
Making Time Work for You: Pitching Complex Scientific Ideas in a Snap
Everybody’s an expert in something. But they’re probably not an expert in your thing. The gap between what you know and what your audience can follow is where good ideas get lost. This crash-course scicomms workshop will help you craft a two-minute bridge from complex to clear. Join OUTbio Seattle for a hands-on evening focused on turning […]
Life Science Washington Annual Summer Social 2026 – WELCOME TO ROSWELL
The Life Science Washington Annual Summer Social is the life science bash of the summer, featuring great music, tasty food, and beverages.
Five Levels of Male Allyship
Building teams where everyone can contribute takes more than good intentions—yet many people want to be stronger partners and aren’t sure where to start. In this engaging session, author Dr. Shawn Andrews introduces “The Five Levels of Male Allyship”, a practical framework that moves from awareness to meaningful action. Through a dynamic conversation with HBA […]
From the Laboratory to Leadership – 2026 Fall Program – 25th Anniversary Edition
From the Laboratory to Leadership program develops the skills and knowledge of first time and developing managers in life science companies, taking them from competent technical managers to capable business leaders.
Executive Insights Series – Demystifying Strategic Partnerships In Life Sciences
Strategic partnerships are essential for accelerating innovation, bridging the gap between scientific discovery and commercialization, and navigating complex market dynamics. Join us in person for this Executive Insight Series session, focused on navigating early-stage partnerships and collaborations in life sciences. Charity Williams, Partner at Cooley, and Jie D’Elia, Former CEO of Systimmune, will explore the […]
Career Development Workshop – Preparing Scientists for Industry Careers
Join Life Science Washington for a free “How to Land Your First Job” Bootcamp workshop presented by SciPhD on October, 8, and 9, 2026. About the Workshop As career opportunities expand beyond academia, success in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and consulting industries requires more than scientific expertise. Employers seek scientists who can collaborate, manage projects, communicate […]
The Medtech Conference 2026
The MedTech Conference is a premier global gathering of medical technology leaders, hosted by AdvaMed. Taking place October 18–21, 2026, in Boston, the event brings together top industry executives and thousands of innovators from across the worldwide medtech ecosystem. Spanning medical devices, diagnostics, imaging, and digital health technologies, the conference highlights the groundbreaking advancements transforming […]
Life Sciences Leadership Gala 2026
An Evening Celebrating Leadership, Innovation, and Impact You’re invited to an elegant evening under the stars at Life Science Washington’s premier executive event of the year—the Life Sciences Leadership Gala. Set within a beautifully transformed atrium, this invitation-only event brings together Washington’s most influential leaders in life sciences for an evening of meaningful connections, celebration, and inspiration. […]