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San Diego advanced policies that support stable operations and future campus growth, including updates to ADU rules, fire funding, and major redevelopment plans. View the regional recap: bit.ly/46yLt6x

In this month's Policy & Advocacy Newsletter, we cover various Biocom-hosted roundtables, San Francisco legislation on transfer tax rates, Caltech's new research facility and more. Read the full newsletter here: bit.ly/40yIJCC

Looking to break into regulatory affairs or deepen your expertise? Join Biocom member @UCSDExtStudies for an 11-week online course providing a comprehensive overview of drug development, global regulations and real-world applications. Learn more or enroll: bit.ly/4bI1Qj1

We appreciate @kenaitx for their support of the Festival of Science & Engineering. Your dedication to advancing neuroscience and creating new possibilities for patients helps inspire students interested in the future of brain science. Thank you for helping us bring families together around innovation.

💬Let's Talk About building momentum after securing funding this Tuesday, March 24 in San Diego. Don't miss this opportunity to network with fellow life science professionals and gain valuable insights into the decisions that can shape your company's trajectory. Register: bit.ly/3NAUGVI

AI is transforming life sciences. Learn how to apply it in a virtual session on April 16 hosted by Biocom member Hands On Learning & Development and @HBAnet Hear from Dr. Andree Bates and Paolo De Marino on real-world case studies and actionable insights. Register: bit.ly/47tmfqT

A more connected life science and medtech ecosystem starts here. We're excited to announce our partnership with @OctaneOC that expands access to capital, accelerator programs and strategic networks, helping companies start, scale and succeed. Discover what’s ahead: bit.ly/4lw3V5X

Next-gen ADCs are transforming targeted therapies, but increasing development complexity. Join Biocom member AsymBio for a webinar with Dr. Peng on strategies for conjugation development, IPC and impurity control. Register to attend: bit.ly/47tmfqT

Thank you to Vertex Pharmaceuticals for your support at the Festival of Science and Engineering. Your work advancing transformative medicines for serious diseases shows young scientists the impact research can have on communities worldwide. We appreciate your support in fostering curiosity and STEM exploration for families.

Los Angeles policy work advanced strategy, planning, and zoning updates that expand where life science companies can grow and improve permitting and development pathways. View the regional recap: bit.ly/46yLt6x

We appreciate @EliLillyandCo for sponsoring this year’s Festival of Science & Engineering. Your work to deliver innovative medicines that make life better for people around the world reflects the spirit of progress our event celebrates. Thank you for helping us spark imagination and learning for families across the community.

A big thank you to Vividion Therapeutics for joining us at the @LoveSTEMSD Festival of Science and Engineering. Your breakthroughs in chemical biology and drug discovery show young learners what’s possible when curiosity drives innovation. We’re grateful for your support in bringing families together to explore the power of science.

Bay Area policy work protected core lab space and supported new R&D and manufacturing opportunities while advancing preparedness and transit planning. See the regional recap: bit.ly/46yLt6x

BREAKING: Biocom and @OctaneOC are partnering to expand access to capital, accelerator programs and industry networks for life science and medtech companies across California and major life science markets worldwide. The collaboration connects Octane’s accelerator ecosystem with Biocom’s global life science community to help startups start, grow and scale. Read more: bit.ly/4lw3V5X

Our member @thernabio just validated an AI-designed mRNA candidate in under 90 days through a new partnership with Charles River Laboratories. Impressive speed for ultra-rare disease patients who can't wait. Proud to have them in our community. Learn more: prn.to/4slWhxW #Biotech #RNAMedicine #LifeSciences

It’s #NewMemberMonday! 💉 @KyowaKirin_JP advances global biopharmaceutical therapies focused on nephrology, oncology, immunology and rare diseases. 🧬 @ProLynxInc engineers sustained-release drug-delivery platforms to extend the half-life of biologics and small molecules. ✨ Adjuvia Therapeutics develops non-opioid neuromodulation therapies to relieve chronic and acute pain. 🧪 Ember Consulting Group delivers global clinical research services specializing in patient-centric trial execution. 🔍 Lightstone Ventures invests in early-stage biotech and medtech companies developing breakthrough health innovations. 🧠Protean Research applies computational and molecular sciences to accelerate discovery research for biopharma partners.

Thank you to @thermofisher for your generous support of the Festival of Science and Engineering. Your leadership in enabling scientific research empowers both today’s innovators and tomorrow’s STEM leaders. We’re grateful for your partnership in bringing interactive, hands‑on learning to families.

This week in Greater Los Angeles life sciences: A2 Biotherapeutics dosed the first patient in the EVERSET‑2 CAR T‑cell study; @ArcutisBio began enrolling a Phase 1a/1b trial of ARQ‑234 for atopic dermatitis; @AvidBioservices opened a new early‑phase center of excellence in Costa Mesa; @GatcHealth strengthened leadership to accelerate AI platform adoption. Subscribe: bit.ly/3WFbOLh

This week in Bay Area life sciences: @GordianBio shared a new in vivo mosaic screening preprint; @IntuitiveSurg expanded its European footprint; ReviR Therapeutics dosed its first Phase 1 patient and gained China orphan clearances; @Septerna_Inc posted positive Phase 1 data for SEP 631; @TakaraBioUSA partnered with Illumina on spatial transcriptomics. Subscribe: bit.ly/40rlR8a

Thank you to Acurion for supporting this year’s Festival of Science and Engineering. Your focus on advancing health through innovative diagnostic solutions helps students see how scientific discovery directly improves lives. We appreciate your commitment to empowering our community through STEM education.