How can startups and academic institutions successfully collaborate with a global biopharmaceutical company?
In this episode, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, sits down with Key Opinion Leader Lidia Sobków, PhD, Senior Manager of Technology Licensing & Collaborations at AbbVie, to discuss how her team identifies cutting-edge research and partners with academic institutions and biotech startups to drive innovation. From securing collaborations to leveraging industry consortia, Lidia shares invaluable insights on how to position your research for success with major pharmaceutical companies.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- What AbbVie looks for in potential partners and how universities and startups can stand out.
- The role of consortia in fostering industry-academic collaboration for groundbreaking research.
- Real-world examples of successful partnerships that have advanced neuroscience and imaging technologies.
Tune in to learn how to navigate industry partnerships and make an impact in the biotech ecosystem!
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Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.