Biotech, Medtech, IVD and Digital Health – Transforming a Science Idea into a Business

Walid Sabbagh, PhD returns to UC Irvine to share about his career trajectory from scientist to patent agent and now President of SoCalBio, his lessons learned, and how SoCalBio is helping scientists bring ideas to the market. This talk is a good fit for those considering business development, patent tech/agency, and start-ups.

What is the Life Beyond Ph.D. Series?
The Life Beyond Ph.D. Series showcases various STEM workforce careers and “N of 1” journeys. These fire-side style chats are intended to be informal and casual so that current graduate students (PhDs and Postdoctoral Trainees) can explore various careers, identify critical skills required to succeed and connect to the industries of their interest.

Format of the session:

• Speaker will share about their career journey (15-20 mins)
• Q&A from the audience (20-30 mins)
• Individual network (if there’s more time)

Date: December 12, 2023

Time: 12-1PM

Location: Natural Sciences II 4201 (4^th floor)

RSVP and more info: gps-stem.grad.uci.edu/projects/2023-12-12