SOE launches biotechnology industry series

The School of Engineering Dean’s Office has launched an event series featuring top biotechnology professionals who will share their career paths and current work, ranging from starting commercial-scale biopharma companies to studying and practicing patent law. Learn more about each event below. 

February 12, 5:30 PM  in Joyce Cummings Center Lantern Room – The Road to Success: Real-World Stories from a Biotech Executive

Director and CEO of Cellarity Ted Myles will share his journey to becoming a seasoned biopharma leader. Throughout his career, Myles has built and led companies at both the clinical and commercial stages. Students, faculty and staff are invited to Joyce Cummings Center Lantern Room for the first event in the series to discover more about possible futures in biotechnology. Karol Family Professor and Dean of the School of Engineering Kyongbum Lee will facilitate a conversation with Myles from 5:30-6:30 PM followed by a reception with food and networking from 6:30-7:15 PM. Spots are limited; register for the event to learn more about Myles’ experience. 

March 4, 5:30 PM in Anderson Hall Room 112 – Careers Outside the Lab from Neuroscience to Patent Law: A Conversation with Dean Lee and Atsuko Polzin, EG21

Members of the Tufts community are invited to “Careers Outside the Lab from Neuroscience to Patent Law: A Conversation with Dean Lee and Atsuko Polzin, EG21.” After studying neuroscience at Tufts University, Polzin made a career switch to patent law. Hear more about how she navigated this career move and her advice for students. Karol Family Professor and Dean of the School of Engineering Kyongbum Lee will facilitate the conversation in Nelson Auditorium (Anderson Hall, Room 112) from 5:30 - 6:30 PM. Reception to follow from 6:30 - 7:15 PM in Burden Lounge. Spots are limited; register for the event to learn more about Polzin’s experience.