{"id":63232,"date":"2025-02-28T14:57:30","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T19:57:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/gradstudies\/?p=63232"},"modified":"2025-02-28T15:43:13","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T20:43:13","slug":"ai-biotech-trends-yorku","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/gradstudies\/2025\/02\/28\/ai-biotech-trends-yorku\/","title":{"rendered":"Industry Experts Discussed AI and Biotech Trends with YorkU MBM Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As York University Markham Campus<\/a>' Master of Biotechnology Management students approach the completion of their courses in April and prepare for their internships this summer, they had the incredible opportunity last Friday to hear directly from six fantastic industry experts at YSpace, York University<\/a> in Markham.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The panel discussion, \"Emerging Trends in Biotechnology Commercialization and How It Impacts Those Entering the Field,\" explored key topics such as the role of AI, the current biotech landscape in Canada\u2014including the need for better funding and infrastructure\u2014and strategies for navigating regulatory challenges. Panelists also shared insights on successfully leading operations in larger biotech companies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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A group photo of attendees at the AI and Biotech Trends panel discussion<\/sup><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Photo of industry experts conversing with MBM students at the panel discussion<\/sub><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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With their diverse professional and academic backgrounds, our guest speakers brought unique perspectives, sparking meaningful discussions. We are incredibly grateful for their time, valuable insights, and words of encouragement, which will undoubtedly inspire our students as they step into their careers this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A huge thank you to our speakers: <\/a>Mike Patterson<\/a>, <\/a>Dr. Sohaib Siddiqui<\/a>, <\/a>Doris Qamar (MBA, C.E.T.)<\/a>, <\/a>Piru Perampalam, PhD<\/a>, <\/a>Sandra Sabbagh<\/a>, and our moderator <\/a>Keith Loo<\/a>! Your support means so much to our students!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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For all biotechnology employers: We have compiled a Resume Book showcasing the skills and expertise of our MBM students to help you recruit your future talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you're looking to hire talented students in the biotechnology space this summer and need guidance on wage subsidy programs to support their hiring\u2014 let's talk!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LinkedIn post by Sara Del Piano.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Photo of MBM students with industry experts at the panel discussion<\/sup><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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