Past Events

Celebrating International Women’s Day with Trailblazing Women in Life Sciences

Join JLABS for Breaking Ground: Women Who Lead, a dynamic panel discussion honoring International Women’s Day. This inspiring event shines a spotlight on the remarkable contributions of female scientists, researchers and entrepreneurs who are transforming the life sciences landscape.

Beyond their professional achievements, our distinguished panelists will share personal stories of resilience, determination and innovation. They’ll delve into the challenges they’ve faced as women in the industry, the barriers they’ve overcome, and the pivotal moments that shaped their journeys.

This event offers:

• Inspiring Perspectives: Gain insights from women who are driving breakthroughs in life sciences, from groundbreaking research to entrepreneurial ventures.
• Authentic Stories: Hear firsthand accounts of navigating gender biases, pursuing leadership and thriving in traditionally male-dominated fields.
• Meaningful Connections: Engage with a community of life sciences professionals and advocates dedicated to fostering inclusivity and innovation.

Whether you’re a scientist, entrepreneur or advocate, this discussion promises to leave you motivated and empowered to break new ground in your own career. Together, let’s celebrate the strength, creativity and resilience of women who lead.

Register now!

Applications are open for the Summer 2025 Prototyping Hardware Accelerator at Rev: Ithaca Startup Works! 

Over 10 weeks, Rev’s in-person Prototyping Hardware Accelerator guides product teams to determine if their ideas are commercially desirable, technologically feasible, and economically viable. Upon completion of the program, participants are positioned to recruit team members, bring on partners, initiate work with contract manufacturers, and pitch to investors. Teams will receive a stipend of up to $2,000 to advance their prototype. 

Want to learn more? Register to attend an upcoming virtual information session. Questions? Contact rev@revithaca.com.

Ready to secure non-dilutive funding to take your startup to the next level?

Join Kirk Macolini, President of InteliSpark, LLC, for this virtual workshop providing insights into the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) application process. During the workshop, Macolini will discuss and answer questions regarding writing and submitting a successful SBIR/STTR proposal and identifying strategies for making your SBIR/STTR proposal more competitive.

Upon registering, participants will receive access to the SBIR/STTR video series, a set of short videos containing valuable background information, which they are encouraged to view prior to the workshop. The pre-workshop video series covers:

• An overview of the SBIR/STTR programs
• Program eligibility requirements
• Differences between SBIR and STTR agencies
• Using SBIR/STTR to enhance your company's value

Register here. Questions? Contact sbirassistance@cornell.edu. 

Are you a STEM researcher interested in making an impact with your technology innovation? The National Science Foundation’s I-Corps program can provide you with professional training, mentoring, and up to $50,000 in funding for customer discovery. 

Hosted by the Interior Northeast I-Corps Hub (IN I-Corps), this virtual NSF I-Corps Information Session is designed for busy graduate students, postdocs, and faculty interested in learning more about I-Corps regional and national programming. NSF I-Corps instructor John Inserra and I-Corps alum Thomas Conroy, founder of SensVita, will be in attendance to share their experience and answer questions. 

The NSF created I-Corps (Innovation Corps) to bridge the gap between fundamental research discoveries in science and engineering and the commercialization of technologies, products, and processes with the potential to benefit society.  

Register here.