Step into the world of the ultra-small with Nanotechnology Day on October 13, 2025 at George Mason University’s SciTech Campus. Explore how nanotech is shaping medicine, materials, energy, and everyday life through interactive demos, hands-on activities, and live talks with researchers pushing the field forward. Wander through booths, test out experiments, and get a glimpse …
Join the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (VASEM) for the 2025 VASEM Annual Summit, September 30 & October 1 in Alexandria at the Virginia Tech Institute for Advanced Computing. Artificial Intelligence will play a crucial role in advancing scientific, economic, and societal progress in Virginia by fostering collaboration among AI researchers, industry leaders, …
Mission Tomorrow is the Richmond region’s interactive career exploration event for all 8th grade students. Be a part of Introducing the next generation of workers to your industry and organization, and build the Richmond region’s talent pipeline. Registration for this event is for EXHIBITORS ONLY. Please reach out to stephanie.phillips@chamberrva.com for more information and/or questions. Exhibitor …
The 2025 Virginia Talent Biotech Virtual Career Fair on October 22 is an opportunity for your organization to connect, recruit, and network with young talent from colleges and universities all across Virginia with interests and desired career paths in biotech. You’ll see students from these programs and more: Biomedical Engineering Chemical & Life Science Engineering …
With more than 100 future-focused speakers and 80 innovative company presentations, BioFuture promises to spark transformative discussions and collaborations that will redefine the healthcare landscape. Attendees can expect engaging plenary sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to foster partnerships and investment in cutting-edge healthcare solutions. The event is hosted at the state-of-the-art Cure facility, a …
Life science companies face growing challenges—from leaner budgets to increased compliance demands. That’s where BIO Savings Week comes in. Join us September 8–12 for BIO Savings Week, for a weeklong series of short, high-value webinars built to help member companies: Optimize lab, finance, and tech resources Cut costs without cutting corners Navigate critical business operations …
The Richmond-Petersburg region is home to an amazing network of biotech, pharma, medical device, healthcare and life science professionals. We also live in one of the best areas in the country for craft beers. Join us for Biotech and Beer where we will bring together our Richmond-Petersburg life science innovators from start-ups, academia and industry …
GMU Institute for Biohealth innovation is kicking off this new series at ATCC, the world’s premier biological materials management and standards organization. Enjoy a moderated conversation with Ruth Cheng, President and CEO of ATCC, who will share insights from her career journey, ATCC’s priority focus areas, and opportunities for partnership and growth in the Innovation …
Register for a free NIH technology webinar to learn about a potential, novel treatment for Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC). William Reinhold and his team at the National Cancer Institute repurposed two separate therapeutic compounds ─ acetalax and bisacodyl (both previously used as laxatives) ─ into novel treatments for TNBC. Acetalax and bisacodyl show promising …
Join the Roanoke-Blacksburg region’s boldest gathering of tech and life science innovators for future-focused ideas, real-world AI applications, and boundary-pushing conversations around emerging technologies. Hosted by the Roanoke Blacksburg Technology Council, The Emerging Tech Conference is where change agents converge to explore what’s next in emerging technologies and artificial intelligence. RBTC’s Emerging Tech Conference will …
Elevate Your Health Startup: From Chaos to Clarity Product-market fit isn’t just a milestone—it’s the foundation for every strategic decision MedTech innovators make. In this session, Fehmida Kapadia and Elyse Hoeb will go beyond the buzzword to unpack how product-market fit connects directly to your commercialization path, product development roadmap, customer engagement, and fundraising strategy. …
Join Virginia Venture Partners for our Summer VC Series interviewing funds that are actively investing in Virginia companies! AIN Ventures is a seed-stage focused venture fund that invests in startups at the intersection of deep tech and dual-use technology, as well as in military veteran-led startups. If you are planning to raise capital, these events …
Register today for MDMA’s 2025 virtual Executive Forum, which will be held on September 26th. MDMA is the leading voice for innovative and entrepreneurial medical device companies, and this year’s Executive Forum will deliver key insights on regulatory, reimbursement and other issues facing our industry. MDMA Members – $395 State Members – $495 Non-Members – $595 Reach …
Join us for Actalent DMV’s 4th annual Charity Golf Tournament this October. We’re bringing together a variety of our valued customers in the Sciences, Engineering, and Construction Industries to network, enjoy some time on the golf course, and support a great cause. All proceeds from our tournament will be donated to our charity partner, Girlstart. …
Organized in collaboration with George Mason University the #BridgingRare Summit 2025 will feature an exciting lineup of prominent speakers from India and the US, workshops, and a Gala dinner and Award Ceremony. Why join us? Uniquely positioned to accelerate the engagement of the global rare disease community in Orphan Drug R&D Highly informative and educational …
Join the Northern VA Biohub at their next Bio & Beer on Thursday, August 14th at 5:00 P.M. at Spider Kelly’s in Arlington! Come connect with fellow professionals in biotech, pharma, medical devices, healthcare, and life sciences over drinks and conversation. This month’s gathering will feature a brief discussion on U.S. biotechnology policy, including recent …
An opportunity to hear from investors about what they see in the market, what they are investing in, and tips to entrepreneurs. Special breakout rooms for the last 30 minutes allow attendees the opportunity to engage with the speakers, VIPC reps, and other Virginia resources. After completion of registration, you will receive a Zoom link …
This DoD Proposal Preparation Workshop will provide in depth understanding of the DOD SBIR/STTR programs and discuss how to find and pursue non-dilutive SBIR/STTR funding from DOD. It will also be especially helping for those who may plan to submit to the upcoming round of topics. You will receive specific “how-to’s” for each step of …
This month, we’re excited to host two incredible speakers from Common Wealth Angels, Virginia’s premier angel investment network for biotech and life sciences. Get an insider look at how this dynamic group is helping improve capital access in Virginia through mentorship and deep industry expertise. Our speakers will dive into: What exactly is private capital, and …
The Life Sciences Workforce Collaborative (LSWC) – officially launched at the June 2025 BIO International Convention – is a new national nonprofit dedicated to aligning and accelerating workforce strategies across the U.S. & Puerto Rico. In this public-facing webinar, we will highlight: LSWC‘s mission & current programs and share how you can engage with our …
On August 21 from 5–8 PM, Innovate Hampton Roads is hosting the Startup World Cup Virginia Regional Finals at the Sandler Center in Virginia Beach. Known as the #1 pitch competition in the world, this high-stakes, high-energy event showcases Virginia’s top businesses competing for $1 million in investment and a chance to represent the Commonwealth …
Join VIPC’s Virginia Venture Partners and Eric Ossola of Red Cell Partners for a discussion on bringing revolutionary advancement in healthcare, cyber, and national security to market in Virginia and beyond. Eric will talk about how to partner with Red Cell Go to secure a 3-month, paid 1099 contract to validate your concept and build …