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Innovating in Healthcare: From idea to impact

Are you a researcher, healthcare professional, or innovator looking to turn groundbreaking ideas into impactful solutions? Join Hamilton Health Sciences DRIVE and Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP for an insightful panel discussion on navigating the path from research to commercialization.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to protect your ideas through intellectual property and patents.
  • Key steps to incorporation and structuring your innovation for success.
  • Business perspectives on commercializing health-related research and solutions.
  • Practical examples and lessons from real-world case studies.

Panelists:

  • Emma Costante – Patent Agent and Corporate Lawyer, Blakes
  • Henry Bian – Corporate Lawyer, Blakes
  • Defne Garner – Co-Founder & VP, Ripple Therapeutics
  • Lauren Gogo – Manager, Research Contracts, HHS
  • Sandra Andreychuk – DRIVE Cohort Member, HHS
    Moderator:
  • Andrea Lee – Manager, Research Development, HHS

Why Attend?

This event is tailored for early-stage innovators and will explore critical topics like incorporation, intellectual property, and business strategies for launching health-related innovations. Through case studies and expert advice, you’ll gain actionable insights into transforming your healthcare innovations into successful products.

This hybrid event offers an excellent opportunity to connect with thought leaders and network with peers. Whether you attend in person or online, you’ll leave equipped with practical tools and valuable insights to advance your healthcare innovation.

The event is finished.

Date

Feb 04 2025
Expired!

Time

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

David Braley Research Institute - Auditorium (C1-205)
20 Copeland Avenue Hamilton, ON L8L 2X2

Other Locations

Online (Virtual Event)

Category

Organizer

Hamilton Health Sciences
Hamilton Health Sciences
Website
hamiltonhealthsciences.ca

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15th annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the LiONS LAIR pitch competition!

Since 2011, we’ve helped over 160 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, network with 350+ entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders at a milestone evening where community, growth & collaboration meet innovation.

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes!

When: September 25, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: Oakville Banquet & Conference Centre |
2515 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 6P8