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Optics and Photonics in Healthcare–Advancing Cross-Functional Solutions for the Present and Future (Hybrid Event)
October 27, 2022 @ 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm EDT
Free – $20.00
Recording
Full Length
Abstract
Key Learnings
Awareness of how optics and photonics technologies are enabling the latest medical devices:
– Appreciation for issues and solutions for finding cross-functional optics and photonics expertise
– Understanding of how optical technology is advancing equitable distribution of healthcare
– Insights on business lessons learned in this technology space
– A view of the future of optics and photonics in medical applications
Angela Belcher, PhD
James Mason Crafts Professor of Biological Engineering, Materials Science and the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research and the head of the Department of Biological Engineering, MIT
Dr. Belcher is a biological and materials engineer with expertise in the fields of biomaterials, biomolecular materials, organic-inorganic interfaces, and solid-state chemistry and devices. Her primary research focus is evolving new materials for energy, electronics, the environment, and medicine. She holds a BS in Creative Studies and a PhD in inorganic chemistry from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Shivang R. Dave, PhD
Co-founder and CEO PlenOptika, Inc.
Dr. Dave has focused on technology translation. His bioengineering research career has spanned synthetic chemistry, nanotechnology, and biomedical imaging at UC, Berkeley; UW, Seattle (UW Foster School of Business Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship), and MIT. As a Madrid–MIT M+Visión Fellow he co-invented a breakthrough technology to vastly expand access to vision care and eyeglasses globally.
Stephen D. Fantone, PhD
Founder, President, & CEO Optikos
Andrew McGillicuddy, CPA, CFA
Co-Founder & COO, Cervos
Mr. McGillicuddy has extensive experience in the medical device and stem cell fields. His over 25 years of experience in finance, includes large companies such as Primark, and smaller companies such as The Yankee Group, Primark Decision Economics, and Harvest Technologies. He has been involved in over $1 billion worth of M & A activity. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of Cervos Medical.
Alexander Adam, Ph.D.
Principal – Hamilton Brook Smith Reynolds - EVENT CHAMPION
Dr. Adam is a highly experienced scientist turned patent attorney, who drafts and prosecutes patent applications in the fields of medical devices, biotechnology, life sciences, computer systems, electronics, imaging software, control systems, mechanical devices, telecommunications, and clean energy. He has represented major universities, small and medium businesses, and start-ups, strengthening their positions by developing strong intellectual property strategies.
Rob Pyatt
Associate - Hamilton Brook Smith Reynolds - EVENT CHAMPION & MODERATOR
Mr. Pyatt renders opinions, manages patent portfolios, and advises clients on intellectual property protection strategies. He obtains protection for inventions covering various technologies, which include optics, photonics, opto-electronics, semiconductors, laser, image processing, video compression, virtual reality, software, robotics, and telecommunications. He also counsels clients on portfolio development and the protection of trade secrets.
Agenda
Oct 27, 2022: 6:15 pm – 8:00+ pm EDT [HYBRID EVENT: IN-PERSON & ONLINE)
- 6:15 – 6:30 General Networking
- 6:30 – 7:45 Panelist Forum Presentations / Q&A
- 7:30 – 8:00+ Meet the Speakers & Networking
Special Notes
- Enter the ISEC at 805 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02118
- No food or drink will be available during this event due to auditorium restrictions – please plan accordingly.
- Covid restrictions – NONE.
- Parking – Renaissance Parking Garage – 835 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02120.
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