What’s Inside: Applications Open for State Business Tax Credit; Life Sciences Night at the Opera; Illumina’s Lab-in-a-Box Classroom Program; Global Economic Update from Deloitte; and more.
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We’re providing you with the latest news, trends, and information surrounding the San Diego life science industry. Continue reading for local policy news and how it affects your business, community give-back opportunities, ways to maximize your savings with our Purchasing Group, and more. If you have company news or information you’d like included, please get in touch. |
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Biocom California would like to congratulate Mark Stevenson, executive vice president and chief operating officer, and Peter Silvester, senior vice president at Thermo Fisher Scientific, on their upcoming retirements. Stevenson and Silvester served on our Board of Directors and were critical in supporting our statewide expansion into the Los Angeles and Bay Area regions. They have had a tremendous impact on the life science industry throughout their tenure and will always be remembered for their leadership, spirit of collaboration, and for driving innovation. We wish them well in their next chapter.
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Welcome New San Diego Members
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A28 Therapeutics, Norwalk, CT
Actio Biosciences, Inc., La Jolla, CA
Arctic Wolf Networks, Inc., Eden Prairie, MN
Conagen, Inc., Bedford, MA
Axcelead Drug Discovery Partners, Inc., Japan
BrainXell Therapeutics, San Diego, CA
Cambium Oncology, Atlanta, GA
CRISPR QC, San Diego, CA
ESSA Pharma, Inc., Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Gracell Biopharmaceuticals, Inc., San Diego, CA
ImmunoTarget Therapeutics, Irvine, CA
InfeXtious Therapeutic, Irvine, CA
Inovarion, Paris, France
La Jolla Labs, Inc., San Diego, CA
Light Horse Therapeutics, Inc., San Diego, CA
Miracure Biotechnology, Inc., San Diego, CA
Nighthawk Therapeutics, Inc., San Diego, CA
Rejuvenate Bio, Inc., San Diego, CA
Roowin, San Diego, CA
Shoulder Innovations, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI
SoCal Biosciences, San Diego, CA
Touchlight DNA Services, UK
TRIO Pharmaceuticals, Inc., San Diego, CA
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San Diego Discontinues Mask Mandates
The County of San Diego has issued new guidance that masks are no longer required in most indoor settings after the California Department of Public Health discontinued mask mandate on March 1. As of March 12, K-12 schools and child care settings will no longer require masks indoors. Local businesses have the discretion to follow the new guidance or continue requiring masks indoors regardless of vaccination status. Masks will still be required in specific high-risk settings such as healthcare facilities, public transit, and emergency shelters.
City Permitting Processes Get a Boost
The City’s Development Services Department (DSD) has experienced increased permitting volume and pandemic related staff turnover which has extended the time it takes to accept, review, and issue permits. With mounting frustration from applicants, the department is looking for solutions to mitigate the permitting backlog. Last month, DSD received approval from the Council Committee for an as-needed third-party check to provide augmented workforce support for permitting processes while vacant positions continue to be filled and trained.
California Competes Tax Credit Applications Open
The California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC) is an income tax credit available to businesses that want to relocate in California or stay and grow in the state. Businesses of any industry, size, or location can compete for over $180M available in tax credits. GO-Biz will accept applications for the California Competes Tax Credit during March 7 – March 28. Prior to each application period, GO-Biz hosts webinars about the CCTC program. All businesses are encouraged to participate and view the Go-Biz webinars to receive instructions on how to apply.
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BIO International Convention
Back in-person for 2022, the BIO International conference will take place in San Diego, June 13-16. This year’s theme ‘LIMITLESS’ highlights the commitment to unlocking possibilities for attendees while paving the path to the future of life science. Biocom California will be in the California Pavilion, so please drop in for a visit! To join as a California Pavilion Sponsor, please contact us.
Ongoing Deal Flow
Interested in the opportunity to share your nonconfidential pitch deck with potential funders and partners? Biocom California’s Capital Development team makes meaningful connections on an ongoing basis year-round. Click here to send us your company info, non-confidential deck, and any questions.
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Illumina Brings Labs to Classrooms
The Illumina Genomic Discoveries (IGD) Lab-in-a-Box program aims to bring students real-world lab experience and the ability to dive into learning about genomics with Illumina’s iSeq technology. On Saturday, March 5, educators from our IGD cohort gathered to receive training and hands-on practice with the lab equipment they will bring to their classrooms. They also had the opportunity to share ideas on how to introduce genomics curriculum in their classrooms. Are you an educator and interested in learning more about the IGD program? Contact us today for more information.
Drug Development Immersion Course
This is a four-day interactive course that explores the regulatory, commercial, and scientific factors that enable a drug to be successfully brought to market. This course was developed for the non-science professional who works within or services the biopharma industry. Participants will have rationale, special considerations, and study design for both traditional and non-traditional clinical trial phases. Learn more here.
Generation STEAM Celebrates Women’s History Month
To celebrate International Women’s Day, Generation STEAM hosted a full-day of Women Who Inspire programming with Hoover High School in City Heights. Student moderators facilitated live panels of women from leading technology, life science, and engineering companies throughout the day. Sessions were broadcast from Hoover High School’s own on-campus studio, reaching 1,400 students. The day brought inspiration to boys and girls alike, showcasing possible career paths and the image of strong women leaders in STEAM industries. You can watch the panels and tune into the weekly "Women Who Inspire" podcast here. Thank you to our lead sponsor, Viasat, for their support.
Classroom Connections
As part of the San Diego Festival of Science & Engineering’s commitment to our schools, Generation STEAM is inviting organizations and industry professionals to be matched with local third- and seventh-grade classrooms, as well as high schools for its Classroom Connections program to cultivate excitement in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Volunteers can help ignite students’ curiosity in science and art by providing classroom kits, performing STEAM demonstrations, or hosting classroom career chats. Sign up today or contact Silvana DelPiccolo for more information.
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Orange County Life Science Happy Hour at University Lab Partners
Biocom California and Fisher Scientific invite you to a networking happy hour on Thursday, March 31, to meet with fellow life science innovators in the greater Orange County region. This event aims to help build and foster the community, and promote idea-sharing to accelerate life science growth in the area.
End-to-End Healthcare Service
Count on FedEx for end-to-end healthcare shipping from temperature control to supply chain. They offer a range of specialized solutions including proactive monitoring for your healthcare shipping needs. Learn more today.
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Food & Ag Tech Committee
Biocom California’s Food & Ag Tech Committee aims to support members operating in these sectors by keeping abreast of industry trends, engaging in issues impacting food and agriculture, sharing best practices, and providing opportunities to network. The next committee meeting will take place March 23 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., register here.
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Tuesday, March 22
Virtual
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Dr. Mohit Jain, Founder & CEO of Sapient, will discuss how circulating biomarkers can be used to enrich clinical trials by stratifying patient populations in accordance with disease pathways. These approaches enable trials to align the right patient with the right disease pathway and the most effective therapy.
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Wednesday, March 23
Virtual
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Our Tech+Biotech+Medtech community invites you to join us to hear remarks from Dr. Ira Kalish of Deloitte on the economic outlook and trends for 2022 as the U.S. and the world seek to emerge from COVID and adjust to inflation, supply chain disruptions, labor-force shortages, and the events unfolding in Europe.
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March 29 – 30
Biocom Headquarters
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The Biology of Biotech for the Non-Scientist is an intensive, two-day in-person course that explains the foundational science upon which all biopharma therapies are based. This program is designed for non-science professionals from all business sectors and participants will become fluent in the essential terminology of the biopharma industry.
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Tuesday, March 29
San Diego Civic Theater
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This is an elegant event that brings together the leaders of San Diego’s life science industry to enjoy world-class opera and high-level networking. Notable guests representing San Diego’s many biotech companies will gather for an exclusive pre-opera reception, followed by Gounod’s masterpiece, "Roméo et Juliette," with VIP hospitality during intermission.
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Member News
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. announces long-term lease with Bristol Myers Squibb
Arima Genomics expands capabilities of 3D sequencing
Calidi eyes public markets in SPAC merger with Edoc
Eclipsebio announces a $14 million Series A financing to advance its RNA genomics technology platform
Mirati receives FDA NDA approval for cancer drug
Molecular Assemblies announces $25.8 million Series B financing to initiate key customer program for commercial access to fully enzymatic DNA synthesis
Neurelis celebrates success of Valtoco
PrognomiQ announces $46 million financing to advance development of its multi-omics product pipeline for early detection and treatment of cancer
Tandem Diabetes Care receives FDA approval for mobile app for diabetes device
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Biocom California | San Diego
Biocom California is the largest, most experienced leader and advocate for California’s life science sector. Our San Diego office aims to build the networks that are critical to growth in this thriving regional ecosystem. Our targeted programs and customized services are tailored to the specific needs of the greater San Diego region. We work on behalf of more than 1,500 members to drive public policy, build an enviable network of industry leaders, create access to capital, introduce cutting-edge STEM education programs, and create robust value-driven purchasing programs.
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