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Upcoming Events
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Magee-Womens Research Institute; Behind the Science

9:30 - 11:30AM | Magee-Womens Research Institute
Magee-Womens Research Institute invites you to join them for an educational discussion and tour of Magee-Womens Research Institute. Discover how Pittsburgh area scientists and clinicians are addressing real-world challenges and shaping the future of women’s health. Hear from Magee-Womens Leadership, explore our cutting-edge laboratories, and gain insights into our groundbreaking research directly from the scientists.
Space is limited. Register today by clicking here.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Life Sciences Investor Connect

2:00 - 5:00PM | Renaissance Pittsburgh Hotel
Pittsburgh's regional strengths in Data Driven Healthcare, Connected Devices, and Next Gen Therapeutics will be showcased through some of the most promising, early-stage investment opportunities from the LifeX, Innovation Works, and UPMC Enterprises portfolios.
Following a brief fireside chat with outside investors visiting the region, the investor audience will get introduced to a curated pipeline of the region’s most promising pre-seed and seed stage investment opportunities through brief elevator pitches and one on one, targeted networking.
This is an invitation only event with a carefully curated list of investor and company participants.



Wednesday, April 23, 2025
DLA Piper Life Sciences Happy Hour
5:30PM | Strip District
Join DLA Piper in the Strip District of Pittsburgh, PA, for an exclusive Happy Hour connecting life science executives. Network, exchange insights, and enjoy beverages and light refreshments on us.
This is an invitation only event.

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
WIB-Pittsburgh: Networking Happy Hour
6:00 - 8:00PM | Sly Fox Taphouse

Join the Women In Bio Pittsburgh Chapter for an informal networking event with local professionals. The event is open to WIB members and nonmembers, women and allies, and anyone interested in learning more about the Pittsburgh life science scene. This is a pre-conference networking opportunity for those coming into town for the Life Science Future SW PA conference or those who are local and looking to connect with peers. Look for the WIB logo at a table in the bar area.
Register here.

Thursday, April 24, 2025
8:00AM - 6:00PM | Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown
The Life Sciences Future SW conference will unite stakeholders from the region and beyond, including life sciences start-ups, established industry leaders, academic institutions, healthcare providers, and investors.
This event will strengthen connections with the Southwest region while fostering new relationships across the state. The conference aims to create a more cohesive and thriving regional ecosystem that supports business growth, innovation, and collaboration in the life sciences sector.