February 8 at 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PST Interview Tips Webinar Join Mr. Nathan Araujo, Director of Admissions for the Keck Graduate Institute, and KGI Admissions staff as they share interview tips for virtual and in-person interview formats. All are welcome! Register here: https://keckgrad.my.salesforce-sites.com/EventListing/?eventId=7015e000000lynu Zoom Link: https://kgi.zoom.us/j/99449138273
February 9 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PST PhD & Researchers Virtual Reception Virtual CA, United States This event provides a unique opportunity for you to connect with current students, share your experiences, and contribute to the growth of our academic community. Whether in academia or industry, your insights are invaluable to those navigating the world of research. Alumni, students, and corporate partners are invited to join us virtually via Toucan Events. […] Free
March 8 at 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. PST Mini-Symposium: The Glycocalyx and its Role in Immunomodulatory Therapeutic Strategies KGI 121 Building - Room 1111 121 Bucknell Ave., Claremont, United States We are excited to present thishybrid online/in-person MiniSymposium of presenters and attendees from around the globe! The presenters each contribute aunique perspective on multivalent binding of immunomodulatory proteins to cell-surface macromolecular glycans. Speakerswill be delighted to answer yourquestions. Join us on Zoom! Download the agenda
April 5 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Mechanosensitive Ion Channel: Deciphering Protein Localization and Structural Adaptations KGI 121 Building - Room 1111 121 Bucknell Ave., Claremont, United States Dr. Aashish Bhatt College of Pharmacy, Western University of Health Sciences Mechanosensitive ion channels, a type of integral membrane protein, are essential for protecting cells against hypoosmotic shock generated by mechanical stimulation as well as controlling ion flux across cell membranes. In this study, we look at how protein location in the membrane affects several […]
April 11 at 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PDT Interview Tips Webinar Join Mr. Nathan Araujo, Director of Admissions for the Keck Graduate Institute, and KGI Admissions staff as they share interview tips for virtual and in-person interview formats. All are welcome! Register here: https://keckgrad.my.salesforce-sites.com/EventListing/?eventId=7015e000000lyo4 Zoom Link: https://kgi.zoom.us/j/99375727973
April 12 at 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PDT PhD Dissertation Defense Presentation KGI 535 Building - Room 109 535 Watson dr, Claremont, CA, United States
April 19 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Studying Microbial Community Structure and Associations Using DNA Sequence Data KGI 121 Building - Room 1111 121 Bucknell Ave., Claremont, United States Shibu Yooseph Kravis Professor of Integrated Sciences, Claremont McKenna College Cultivation independent approaches combined with DNA sequencing technologies have proven to be valuable tools in characterizing the incredible microbial diversity that exists in nature. These methods have been used to understand various aspects of microbial ecosystems including community composition, biogeographical distributions, microbe-environment interactions, microbe-host associations, […]
April 26 at 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PDT Event Series Riggs School Capstone Symposium Riggs School Capstone Symposium – Day 1 KGI 517 Building - Room 165 (Founder's Room) You are cordially invited to attend and participate in this two-day capstone event which celebrates KGI graduate student capstone projects and presents research in the applied life sciences by guest speakers as well as graduate students at the master’s and PhD levels. Day 1: Team Master’s Projects (TMP) and Team Design Projects (TDP) Public Presentations […]
April 27 at 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PDT Riggs School Capstone Symposium – Day 2 KGI 517 Building - Room 165 (Founder's Room) You are cordially invited to attend and participate in this two-day capstone event which celebrates KGI graduate student capstone projects and presents research in the applied life sciences by guest speakers as well as graduate students at the master’s and PhD levels. Day 2: Research Symposium for MS, MSTM, MSGDA, MSCM, MSRA, MSMDE and PhD […]
May 3 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Assessing the Influence of Sequence Duplications and Genome Annotations on Transcriptional Profiling Measurements KGI 121 Building - Room 1111 121 Bucknell Ave., Claremont, United States Rodolfo Aramayo Associate Professor, Department of Biology Texas A&M University The rapid advancement of Next Generation DNA/RNA and Single Cell Sequencing Technologies is fundamentally reshaping the landscape of Biology. However, the main complexity lies in the processing of this data. For instance, RNA sequencing (RNA-seq), a widely adopted method for discerning gene expression variations between […]
May 8 at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PDT Dynamic Evolutionary Forces Shaping the SARS-CoV-2 Receptor Binding Domain
May 9 at 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. PDT PharmD Interview Tips Webinar Join KGI Admissions staff as they share interview tips for PharmD virtual and in-person interview formats. While this webinar is intended for prospective Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) students, all are welcome! Register here: https://keckgrad.my.salesforce-sites.com/EventListing/?eventId=7015e000000lyo9 Zoom Link: https://kgi.zoom.us/j/92358769101
May 10 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Lunch and Learn with Karen Tumulty, Associate Editor and Political Columnist, Washington Post KGI 535 Building - Room 152 535 Watson Drive, Claremont, CA, United States Hosted by JEDI and The Office of Alumni Support, students are invited to hear from Karen Tumulty. Tumulty was a national political correspondent, winning the Toner Prize for Excellence in Political Reporting. Tumulty joined The Post in 2010 from Time magazine, where she worked for over 15 years, holding positions such as congressional and White […] Free
June 18 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: What Does a Clinical Scientist Do? Zoom (log-in information will be sent to those who register) CA, United States Walk through the life of a clinical scientist with Maria Filippou-Frye, MBS '14, and explore career opportunities in the industry with recent updates in oncology hematology with a focus on CAR-T therapies and biospecifics. Please register by using the virtual registration link here. About Maria Maria Filippou-Frye, MBS '14, was born and raised in Cyprus […]
June 20 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: Navigating the Biotech Landscape: An Introduction to Regulatory Affairs and Rotational Programs Zoom (log-in information will be sent to those who register) CA, United States Join us for an insightful talk designed to demystify the world of regulatory affairs and rotational programs in the biotech industry. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the critical role regulatory affairs play in ensuring biotech products meet all necessary safety and efficacy standards. Additionally, we'll explore the structure and benefits of rotational […]
June 25 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT KGI Summer Speaker Series: The Evolving Role of NGS and SNPs in Solving Violent Crimes – with an MBS and FBI; is that enough acronyms? Zoom (log-in information will be sent to those who register) CA, United States With the arrest and conviction of Joseph DeAngelo, aka the Golden State Killer, the usage of consumer DNA testing and genealogical databases has taken the game of human identification to the next level. Come hear from KGI Graduate Jessica Koong (MBS 2011), Sr. Market Development Manager and retired FBI Attorney Steve Kramer about the usage […]
June 27 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series – Stories of Getting into Medical School Zoom (log-in information will be sent to those who register) CA, United States Alumni Alec Botros, PPC '19, MS '20, and Eyouab Tadesse, PPC '18, MS '19, hosted a podcast entitled "Not So Endless Cycle" where they discussed their journey toward medical school. Hear about their journey from KGI to Michigan State and Wayne State to study medicine. Click here to register on Zoom.
July 2 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: Navigating the Nuances: Understanding the Differences Between Supply Chain and Clinical Supply Chain Zoom (log-in information will be sent to those who register) CA, United States "Supply chain" became a household term since 2020, reflecting its critical role in the global economy and even earning a spot in Merriam-Webster’s dictionary. But within the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries, there's an essential distinction to be made between the general supply chain and the clinical supply chain. Join us for an insightful webinar where […]
July 9 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: Bioprocessing: The Star in the Backstage of the COVID-19 Pandemic KGI 517 Building - Room 165 (Founder's Room) Brazilian native Carolina Moraes de Souza, recently graduated KGI in MEng 2021. Moraes de Souza is zealous about biotechnology and bringing lifesaving products to patients. Currently part of Commercial Attribute Sciences at Amgen as a Process Development Associate Scientist, she is interested in bringing together science, business and data analytics to drive innovation in the […] Free
July 11 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: Marketing Roles In the Med Tech Sector KGI 517 Building - Room 165 (Founder's Room) Alumna Laura Park, MBS 2003 will provide an introduction and overview about the different types of marketing roles in the Med Tech Sector. Bio: Laura is the Sr Director of Product and Commercial at Cala Health, a Bay area startup pioneering bioelectronic medicine through noninvasive wearable technology to treat action hand tremor in essential tremor […] Free
July 16 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: Bioprocessing in Industry – An Overview KGI 517 Building - Room 165 (Founder's Room) Alumnus Brian Avina, MEng '21, provides an overview as to bioprocessing and where you can find it in industry. *This is a hybrid event. Please register by using the virtual registration link or in-person link Virtual Registration Free
July 18 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: A Career Overview KGI 517 Building - Room 165 (Founder's Room) Daniel Lee, MBS '12 has over 18 years of multi-disciplinary experiences in the life sciences, holding various leadership roles throughout his career. At present, he is a partner at a start-up consulting firm. Hear about his experiences from UCSD to consulting including Siemens Healthineers, Allergan, Atara and more. *This is a hybrid event. Please register […] Free
July 23 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Summer Speaker Series: Accelerating Digital Transformation Across the Healthcare Ecosystem KGI 517 Building - Room 165 (Founder's Room) Description: Alumnus James Lu, MBS '09, currently holds the position of Senior Director of Marketing at Apixio, a healthcare AI analytics company that facilitates the transition to value-based care for both payers and providers. In this session, James will provide valuable insights into the key stakeholders in the healthcare ecosystem, including payers, providers, government, life […] Free
September 13 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT MBS Program Review Update with Steve Casper Zoom (RSVP for link) , United States We asked, you spoke, here is what you said. Dr. Steve Casper will share insights and updates based on your alumni feedback. This is your opportunity to hear firsthand how your experiences and suggestions are shaping the future of the MBS program. Click here to register for the event over Zoom.
October 3 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. PDT Nucleate Los Angeles KGI Info Session KGI 535 Building - Room 152 535 Watson Drive, Claremont, CA, United States Nucleate, a global, student-run nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of biotech founders will be on campus, October 3, in building 535, room 152. Nucleate provides students with the education and tools they need to translate their research into biotech startups. Jared Cristobal, MEng '22 and Bea Portez, MEng '22, PhD Candidate are […]