KGI in the News
Professor Molly Schmid Talks Peanuts, Allergies and Science
August 18, 2007
August 18, 2007 In a story published by the Claremont Courier on the decision by the Claremont Unified School District to go “peanut-free,” Dr. Molly Schmid, professor, entrepreneur-in-residence and director of research at KGI, explains the nature of peanut allergies and what biotechnology may be able to do for those allergic to the food.
August 18, 2007
August 18, 2007 In a story published by the Claremont Courier on the decision by the Claremont Unified School District to go “peanut-free,” Dr. Molly Schmid, professor, entrepreneur-in-residence and director of research at KGI, explains the nature of peanut allergies and what biotechnology may be able to do for those allergic to the food.
KGI Research Cited in Naturejobs Column
August 1, 2007
In the latest edition of Naturejobs, a column by Gene Russo cites the work of KGI alum Helen Liu (’07) and Professor Molly Schmid who compiled a report on biotechnology jobs. Their findings showed that less than 20 percent of the open jobs were for research and development, while the rest were for jobs related to the business side of the companies, indicating a large demand for employees with both science and business skills, like those possessed by KGI students.
August 1, 2007
In the latest edition of Naturejobs, a column by Gene Russo cites the work of KGI alum Helen Liu (’07) and Professor Molly Schmid who compiled a report on biotechnology jobs. Their findings showed that less than 20 percent of the open jobs were for research and development, while the rest were for jobs related to the business side of the companies, indicating a large demand for employees with both science and business skills, like those possessed by KGI students.
Steve Casper LA biotech cluster study featured in Claremont Courier
June 23, 2007
CLAREMONT, Calif., June 19, 2007 – Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) today announced that two KGI students – Peter Vandeventer and Christopher Warner – have been awarded a Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), making them KGI’s first-ever SMART scholars.
June 23, 2007
CLAREMONT, Calif., June 19, 2007 – Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) today announced that two KGI students – Peter Vandeventer and Christopher Warner – have been awarded a Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), making them KGI’s first-ever SMART scholars.
Professional Science Master's Programs Take Root
June 16, 2007
For more than a decade, proponents of the Professional Science Master’s degree (PSM) have sought to change the perception of master’s degrees as nothing more than a consolation prize or a stepping stone on the way to a doctorate. This new type of degree has spread, and there are now more than 120 programs at more than 60 institutions.
June 16, 2007
For more than a decade, proponents of the Professional Science Master’s degree (PSM) have sought to change the perception of master’s degrees as nothing more than a consolation prize or a stepping stone on the way to a doctorate. This new type of degree has spread, and there are now more than 120 programs at more than 60 institutions.
KGI President Discusses Graduate Training in Nature
May 29, 2007
As Sheldon Schuster, Ph.D., KGI’s president, points out in this story published by Nature magazine, the bioscience industry is suffering from a shortage of trained professionals who understand both the business and science aspects of the industry. KGI, though, is leading the way in closing this vocational gap.
May 29, 2007
As Sheldon Schuster, Ph.D., KGI’s president, points out in this story published by Nature magazine, the bioscience industry is suffering from a shortage of trained professionals who understand both the business and science aspects of the industry. KGI, though, is leading the way in closing this vocational gap.
Hutch Humphreys Interviewed in Focus Magazine
May 28, 2007
KGI alumnus Hutch Humphreys (Class of 2003) was honored with the 2006 New Professional Award from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society for his exceptional accomplishments and aspirations after being in the profession for only a short time. In an interview with Focus Magazine, Humphreys discusses his career and the role KGI played in shaping it.
May 28, 2007
KGI alumnus Hutch Humphreys (Class of 2003) was honored with the 2006 New Professional Award from the Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society for his exceptional accomplishments and aspirations after being in the profession for only a short time. In an interview with Focus Magazine, Humphreys discusses his career and the role KGI played in shaping it.
Professor Steve Casper Discusses Biotech Clusters in Premiere Issue of Biotech 360
May 23, 2007
Have you ever wondered how biotechnology clusters emerge and become sustainable? Part of the problem in answering that question in the United States arises from the relative scarcity of well-performing biotechnology clusters.
May 23, 2007
Have you ever wondered how biotechnology clusters emerge and become sustainable? Part of the problem in answering that question in the United States arises from the relative scarcity of well-performing biotechnology clusters.
Bioethics Symposium featured in Claremont Courier
May 14, 2007
The Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences took great care with the biotechnology and human rights issues, providing a comfortable forum for the expression of multiple thoughts and ideas when the school held its 2007 Bioethics Symposium on Tuesday.
May 14, 2007
The Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences took great care with the biotechnology and human rights issues, providing a comfortable forum for the expression of multiple thoughts and ideas when the school held its 2007 Bioethics Symposium on Tuesday.
Anniversary and Commencement Spotlighted in Claremont Courier
May 14, 2007
Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences will hold its 2007 Commencement this Sunday. The graduate school is celebrating its 10th year as a member of the Claremont Colleges and will honor its 6th graduating class.
May 14, 2007
Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences will hold its 2007 Commencement this Sunday. The graduate school is celebrating its 10th year as a member of the Claremont Colleges and will honor its 6th graduating class.
President Schuster Discusses KGI’s 10 Years of Success in Signals Magazine
May 3, 2007
In 1997, Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences (KGI) was founded to educate future leaders of the bioscience industry, building a generation to help translate basic scientific discoveries into commercial realities. Guided by the vision, wisdom and sheer will of its founding president, Henry "Hank" Riggs, KGI was created to serve the needs of a new century and a new science.
May 3, 2007
In 1997, Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences (KGI) was founded to educate future leaders of the bioscience industry, building a generation to help translate basic scientific discoveries into commercial realities. Guided by the vision, wisdom and sheer will of its founding president, Henry "Hank" Riggs, KGI was created to serve the needs of a new century and a new science.