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Careers & Entrepreneurship in the Sciences: Challenges and Opportunities in the Age of Global Pandemics
Ohio University proudly participates in Global Entrepreneurship Week, the world's largest celebration of the innovators and job creators who launch startups that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth, and expand human welfare.
In 2020, there has been no more important, tragic, or transcendent issue than the COVID-19 global pandemic. It has impacted every person on earth and infiltrated most social, political, and business topics. This event will bring together students, educators, scientists, and industry executives and entrepreneurs from around the globe to discuss theses issues.
Join us virtually for our second annual Careers & Entrepreneurship in the Sciences event, hosted by the Center for Entrepreneurship, College of Arts and Sciences Department of Biology, the Corporate Engagement Office, and TechGROWTH Ohio. This week of events will feature scientists, industry executives and entrepreneurs to discuss challenges and opportunities created by the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://www.ohio.edu/entrepreneurship/gew
Schedule of Events
Pandemic Preparedness and Response Panel
Wednesday, November 18
4 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom
Pandemics are inevitable. Have you ever wondered how the federal government prepares for the challenges of large public health crises related to viral pandemics? Curious how a company that develops tests for infectious diseases pivots to developing products for emerging threats in record time? This panel will shine a light on the inner workings of key government pandemic response functions and provide insights into how COVID-19 has driven potentially permanent business processes changes within companies that are rapidly bringing tools to market to fight the pandemic.
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Arising out of a Global Pandemic Panel
Thursday, November 19
4 p.m.
Virtual event via Zoom
This panel will highlight recent examples of exciting new businesses that are creating solutions to some of the problems and risks inherent in the COVID-19 pandemic. Successful entrepreneurs (and their investors) address serious problems or needs of large markets. The need for innovation and unique solutions is omnipresent throughout the world and immediate, offering a unique market opportunity. Listen in as several entrepreneurs talk about technologies and companies taking on problems or needs borne of the pandemic.