Life Sciences Pennsylvania (LSPA), formerly Pennsylvania Bio, delivers two valuable services – public policy clout and strategic connections that can advance you and your organization. Our public policy work in both Harrisburg and Washington ensures that all of our members are heard by those who make legislative decisions.
Life Sciences Pennsylvania provides members with unparalleled networking opportunities to facilitate strategic connections. Our array of both large and small events throughout the year and the strategic group buying program, ensure that our members stay connected 365-24-7.
may
03may(may 3)1:00 pm(may 3)1:00 pmMedical Device Regulatory Education
This presentation will: Provide an understanding of current FDA regulatory trends Allow an understanding of how to navigate the ever-evolving U.S. regulatory landscape Examine proven, time-tested strategies and frameworks that
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This presentation will:
Topics to be covered:
Global Regulatory Pathways – Plan For Successful Submissions
FDA Trends & Guidance for Industry
With a new Medical Device User Fee Act in its fourth iteration, a series of changes from the FDA are expected over the next five years. Likely shifts include:
Presenter: Carla Wiese
Carla Wiese is a principal medical research scientist at NAMSA. Prior to working at NAMSA Carla was at the FDA serving as a lead reviewer and engineering consultant in the Division of Cardiovascular Devices for 3 ½ years and the program lead for the Early Feasibility Studies program for the last year and a half. Carla also worked as a research and development engineer in industry for over a decade in both a large company and a startup.
Who Should Attend?
Don’t miss the Spring Social!
Directly after the education session, the LSPA Spring Social will be taking place at the same venue! Relaxed, casual networking with approximately 300 life science professionals.
Want to Exhibit? Contact Melissa Irwin mirwin@lifesciencespa.org.
(Thursday) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel
480 North Gulph Road
03may(may 3)4:30 pm(may 3)4:30 pmSpring Social
Life Sciences Pennsylvania's Spring Social is an annual gathering of 300 life sciences professionals for relaxed and casual networking.
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Life Sciences Pennsylvania’s Spring Social is an annual gathering of 300 life sciences professionals for relaxed and casual networking. It has been rated as Life Sciences Pennsylvania’s top networking opportunity of the year. Thirty to forty organizations will exhibit at the event, with tables spread throughout the room.
The Spring Social is designed for everyone from the CEO at a large pharmaceutical company to the accountant at a small marketing firm. This much-anticipated event is an excellent opportunity to mix and mingle with your life sciences colleagues before heading off to enjoy summer vacation.
(Thursday) 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel
480 North Gulph Road
22may(may 22)7:30 am(may 22)7:30 amAdvocacy Day
The hallmark of advocacy is the ability to tell your story. You don’t need to study public policy or be up-to-date on the latest policy debates to be effective. You
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The hallmark of advocacy is the ability to tell your story. You don’t need to study public policy or be up-to-date on the latest policy debates to be effective. You simply need to have a concise description of your company, demonstrate your passion for innovation, and explain who it will help. Realizing that most legislators are not regularly exposed to the life sciences and are not scientists (we only have one in the entire legislature of 253), this is your opportunity to educate and inform.
Each year Life Sciences Pennsylvania provides a platform for our member companies to come to Harrisburg, receive a briefing on the latest issues, and attend meetings with key legislators and staff.You don’t need to know your way around the capitol building, we’ll have group leaders to guide you along the way. And by the way, everyone who attends thinks it is a fun way to spend a day.
The impact of the meetings is seen almost immediately as these policy makers are more knowledgeable about your company, its role in Pennsylvania’s life sciences community, and they learn about the promise your drug, therapy, medical device, or diagnostic holds for future patient care.
So be there and tell your story. Your voice is needed in the halls of Harrisburg.
The event is free. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
(Tuesday) 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
june
04junallday07alldayBIO International 2018
The BIO International Convention is hosted by the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and
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The BIO International Convention is hosted by the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations across the United States and in more than 30 other nations.
The key benefits of attending the 2018 BIO International Convention are access to global biotech and pharma leaders via BIO One-on-One Partnering, exposure to industry though-leaders with over 500 education sessions at your fingertips, and unparalleled networking opportunities with 16,000+ attendees from 74 countries.
june 4 (Monday) - 7 (Thursday)
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
415 Summer Street
september
24sepallday26alldayThe MedTech Conference
The MedTech Conference is your opportunity to connect with thousands of medical technology professionals in one place, at one time. Join us in Philadelphia for business development, innovative technology, and networking
The MedTech Conference is your opportunity to connect with thousands of medical technology professionals in one place, at one time.
Join us in Philadelphia for business development, innovative technology, and networking with 3,000+ policymakers, business executives and industry leaders.
september 24 (Monday) - 26 (Wednesday)
Pennsylvania Convention Center
october
29octallday30alldayLife Sciences Future - Planning Committee
Life Sciences Future The annual conference for the life sciences community of the mid-Atlantic region. October 29 - 30, 2018 | Pennsylvania Convention Center Planning Committees are
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october 29 (Monday) - 30 (Tuesday)
Pennsylvania Convention Center
december
We chose the name, Life Sciences Pennsylvania, for a number of reasons – and believe us, the decision to change the name of your association is not one we took lightly. Our team conducted research and interviews with more than 50 members of Pennsylvania’s life sciences community; we took a hard look at the evolution and growth of the association across the last five years; and, finally, we asked ourselves the question – did our former name, Pennsylvania Bio, truly reflect what we did, how we did it, and, most importantly, who we represent? The answer was simple – not anymore. We chose the name Life Sciences Pennsylvania to be more inclusive of the growing and diverse nature of Pennsylvania’s dynamic and innovative life sciences community – and hope you know – our mission and goal stays the same – to advance and enhance the life sciences business and policy climate in the Commonwealth.
Life Sciences Pennsylvania focuses on just that – the incredible network of life sciences institutions and related industries that call Pennsylvania home. The makeup of LSPA is as diverse as the life changing technologies being developed in the innovative labs and development facilities across the state – but includes academic research institutions, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostic, digital health, patient advocacy groups and so much more.