In Case You Missed It: Here’s What The MTPConnect Team Has Been Up To in January

07 February 2024

Join the Australian mission to BIO2024 in San Diego
MTPConnectis backing this year’s BIO2024 mission to San Diego from 3 – 6 June 2024 to showcase Australia’s outstanding life science innovations, innovators and unique biotechnology, pharmaceutical and manufacturing capabilities. The BIO conference is the largest biotechnology business partnering event in the world. MTPConnect is hosting the Team Australia pavilion and the Australian Welcome and Business Reception. Check out the key dates, register for the Convention and find out how your organisation can be involved in your State’s key activities!

SA insights Series 2024: Funding Programs That Drive Australia's Healthtech Innovations
Are you an entrepreneur, inventor, company or researcher in the healthtech sector looking to learn more about the funding ecosystem in Australia? The Adelaide Intermediary Program's first SA Insights event of the year kicks off on 29 February featuring insights into the funding programs that drive Australia's healthtech innovations. Join host, Adelaide Intermediary Program Director Jo Close, who will chat to six distinguished leaders each representing national funding programs. Register now!

Accelerate your Research with Translational Infrastructure
Therapeutic Innovation Australia is holding an information session in Adelaide on 29 February, ahead of our SA Insights event. Come along and learn about the TIA's network of translational research infrastructure, how to access it and how it can help your therapeutic development project. Also find out how to apply for the Pipeline Accelerator program, which provides additional support to access the services you need. This six-monthly, rapid-response program will open in early March. Register your place now!

Register Your Interest for SA Delegation to BIO2024
Invest SA - Department for Trade and Investment (DTI), invites you to join the South Australian delegation travelling to the BIO International Convention 2024. The South Australian Government is supporting South Australian stakeholders as part of a collaborative national approach, including promotion, activities, booth and supporting resources. The SA delegation will also have access to Preparing for Partnering workshops delivered by MTPConnect. To learn more about this delegation, please register to attend the information session (online) on Monday 12 February, 3 pm. Register via email here or register your interest with SA Delegate.

Connect with the Adelaide Intermediary Program Each Month
Would you like to elevate your research impact, build connections and access advice to identify funding opportunities? MTPConnect's Adelaide Intermediary Program team will be working from the Tonsley Innovation District on the first Thursday of each month for drop-ins or one-on-one consultations. Access the fee-free services of the Adelaide Intermediary Program now. Book a meeting.

Season Six of MTPConnect Podcast Starts in February
The sixth season of the popular MTPConnect podcast kicks off in February with more stories from the people behind Australia's innovative medtech, biotech and pharma sector. You can find the show on Apple Podcasts and all good podcasting platforms. Don't forget to subscribe!

Adelaide Intermediary Program Launches Global Market Navigator Program
The Adelaide Intermediary Program has launched a new service offering supporting Adelaide City-based healthtech companies to go global, supported by funding from the Adelaide Economic Development Agency (AEDA). Healthtech companies selected will take part in a 10-month program to gain skills and support to build global market strategies to grow their businesses. The program will consist of workshops, guest speakers, one-on-one mentoring, networking activities, and access to a network of global industry experts.

WA's First 2024 Spotlight on Commercialising Medtech; a US and Australian perspective
Want to know what it takes to bring a novel medtech product to market? The WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub, in partnership with The Centre for Entrepreneurial Research and Innovation (CERI), invites you to its first WA MTP Sector Spotlight Series event for 2024. Gain insights about medtech commercialisation in the US and Australian sector with OncoRes Medical's Non-Executive Director Jill Anderson and OncoRes Medical's CEO and MD Dr Kath Giles. On 8 February 2024 in Nedlands - Register! Plus, the Hub wants to hear how they can make their events and activities better! Please complete their 2023 end of year survey to make your thoughts heard!

WA Life Science and Innovation Hub's Dr Tracey Wilkinson hosts Life Sciences WA podcast
In episode 6 of the Life Sciences WA podcast, host Dr Tracey Wilkinson meets Natalie Barber, the director of Clinical Operations at Chrysalis Advisory, and Professor Peter Richmond from The University of Western Australia to discuss their roles in the clinical trial space. And in the final episode of season 2, Tracey chats to Fleta Solomon from Little Green Pharma and Michael Winlo from Emyria about psychedelic-assisted therapy and medical cannabis as treatments that could revolutionise mental health care and provide a more holistic approach to patient care. Check out the episodes!

WA Connected Health Commercialisation Initiative Expert Workshop Series
Join ANDHealth’s workshop with international guest Venture Valkyrie CEO Lisa Suennen, who will deliver a comprehensive workshop on surviving due diligence in digital health on 15 February in Perth. The training is free for WA digital health companies thanks to the WA Life Sciences Innovation Hub, as part of the WA Connected Health Commercialisation Initiative.

Pathology Technology Australia Presents PTA Congress 2024
Pathology Technology Australia presents the PTA-C/24 Expo, bringing together stakeholders to address some of the big health system challenges we face, on 11 - 13 March 2024 in Sydney. Read the program and register! Early bird rates close at the end of January, however, we have secured a special discount code for MTPConnect supporters: use code MTPPTAC and register before 29 February to secure your special early-bird rate.

Early Bird Registrations Open for BioKorea 2024
Early bird registrations are open until 16 February for the upcoming BioKorea Conference on 8-10 May 2024. Contact your State Trade facilitation office for more details or register here.

Take Part in the Bridge Program 2024
Looking to take your commercialisation skills to the next level in 2024? The Bridge Program is a fully-funded program for professionals looking to expand their pharmaceutical commercialisation knowledge and networks. Learn from online modules and attend events featuring high-profile industry speakers - apply by 28 February 2024.

The Prime Minister's Prizes for Science - Nominations Closing Soon
Celebrate a scientist or innovator you admire. The Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science recognise demonstrated excellence in scientific research, research-based innovation and excellence in science teaching. Nominations for the 2024 Prizes will close 5:00pm AEDT on Thursday 8 February 2024.

Calling Clinician Entrepreneurs to Join ASME
Are you a clinician wanting to transform healthcare through innovation - join the Australian Society for Medical Entrepreneurship & Innovation. Backed by a committee of 'medical entrepreneurs' with diverse skills and backgrounds, it's a home created for doctors & other healthcare professionals to connect with medical entrepreneurs & innovators. Check out all the details on ASME website, follow on LinkedIn and join as a member for free!