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What’s Inside: City Releases Update on University Community Plan; Council Committee Votes to Advance Sales Tax Increase; Primary Election Results; Recruit Top Talent at Our Life Science Career Fair; Upcoming Events; and more.
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See below for some of the latest news, trends, and resources surrounding the San Diego life science industry. As always, if you have company news or information you’d like included, please get in touch. |
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Welcome New San Diego Members
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City Releases New Draft on University Community Plan Update
On March 15, the City of San Diego released the second draft of the University Community Plan Update, which will provide guidance for how the life science hub will develop over the next 30 years. Biocom California has been on the plan update committee since it was formed over five years ago and will be submitting comments related to building housing that is accessible to our life science workforce. The city also released the second draft of Blueprint SD, which will help guide where homes and jobs near transit should be located throughout the city.
Potential Changes to Coastal Commission
San Diego legislators are pursuing changes to powers held by the California Coastal Commission. Various state bills have been introduced to allow additional bike lanes, accessory dwelling units, and mixed-income housing in the coastal zone. Critics claim that the commission has undermined the state’s housing and climate goals, favoring strict limits on development.
City Council Committee Votes to Advance Sales Tax Increase
The San Diego City Council’s Rules Committee voted unanimously to advance a proposed one percent sales tax increase that could go before voters on the November ballot. The proposal would increase San Diego sales tax from 7.75% to 8.75%. The added tax would go to funding core services like police, fire, and infrastructure.
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Limited Availability to Join BIO KOREA Delegation
Join Biocom California and a delegation of fellow industry leaders at the BIO KOREA Conference in Seoul this May. The experience includes a week of impactful meetings, insightful panel discussions, and exclusive networking opportunities with Korean VCs, government officials, and industry executives. Space is limited; register here.
Roundtable with ARPA-H Director on Non-Dilutive Funding
The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) accelerates better health outcomes by supporting the development of high-impact solutions to society’s most challenging conditions. Join us for an in-person roundtable discussion on April 4 with ARPA-H’s Director Dr. Renee Wegrzyn and her team to learn more about the ARPA-H model, its research and funding programs, and opportunities for engagement.
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Recruit Top Talent at Our Life Science Career Fair in May
Biocom California Institute is hosting the Annual Career Fair in San Diego on May 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Alexandria Torrey Pines. Biocom California members are invited to participate by exhibiting at no cost. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to recruit from San Diego’s emerging life science workforce, including military veterans, first-generation college graduates and underrepresented communities within the life science sector. Engage with talent and gain a competitive edge. Reserve a table here by May 15. For more information, please contact Paulina Fonville.
Dedicated Program for First-Time Life Science Managers
Enhance your company’s pace, performance, and culture with The Leadership Edge’s signature program, “From the Laboratory to Leadership – 25th Anniversary Edition.” Built from over 30 years of success with 7,500 graduates from 1,000 life science companies, the program will guide first-time managers and those seeking to expand their management skills into capable business leaders. The Bay Area sessions start April 3; San Diego sessions start April 8.
Industry Connection Events for Educators
On January 26 and February 13, we had over 70 high school educators visit Illumina’s headquarters as part of Generation STEAM’s Industry Connection Events for Educators. Attendees learned about the genomics industry, next-generation sequencing technology and careers in the life science industry, and had the chance to tour the Illumina campus and network with Illumina employees. We want to thank Illumina for hosting us, as well as all the employees who volunteered their time. Are you interested in sharing the amazing work that your company does with high school educators to inspire the next generation of the workforce? Reach out here. If you are an educator looking to participate in a future tour, subscribe to our Generation STEAM newsletter here.
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FedEx Small Business Grant Program Closes April 1
Applications are still open for FedEx’s 12th annual Small Business Grant Program, which will award more than $230,000 to ten U.S.-based small businesses. In addition to their grand prizes, up to 100 businesses will be selected as Honorable Mentions and receive a $300 My FedEx Rewards voucher. Explore eligibility requirements and submit your application here.
Explore Fisher Scientific’s Cell and Gene Therapy Solutions
Biocom California and the Fisher Scientific team are working together once again to provide members the broadest selection of products to help you meet all your lab needs. Whether you’re setting up or scaling up, count on Fisher Scientific’s wide selection of consumables, media, and equipment, plus cGMP solutions and services designed with your endpoint in mind. Shop now.
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Other News
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Bisnow’s Southern California Life Sciences conference will bring together commercial real estate leaders from San Diego, Orange County and Los Angeles to network and hear panel discussions on a wide range of topics at the Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter on April 18. Topics include market trends, deal making, investment, development, leasing updates, the demand for lab space, partnerships, and building facilities of the future. Miguel Motta, Biocom California’s VP of Strategic Operations and San Diego Office Head, will be a panelist on the “Why San Diego” discussion. Biocom California members receive $20 off registration with code BIOCOMVIP. Register here.
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Member News
Avidity nets $400 million private placement to fuel multiple rare disease programs.
Boundless Bio Iaunches $100 million IPO to advance cancer therapies.
MeCo’s biomarker test to help reduce cost of breast cancer care.
Tentarix strikes milestone $64 million deal with AbbVie.
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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 {{{dynamic_content_1600}}} 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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