BPI Connect 2024

December 6, 2024, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

LOCATION

Life Science Centre (LSC) - West Atrium at 2350 Health Sciences Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z3 (Click the link to find the exact location of the venue)

ABOUT THE EVENT

BPI Connect 2024 shines a spotlight on the latest scientific and technical advancements in sustainable bio-based materials developed by BPI researchers. We extend a warm invitation to all BPI-affiliated researchers, faculty, students, staff, and industry and government representatives to join us. This event serves as a platform for learning, networking, and celebrating our collective strides towards a more sustainable future.

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON FRIDAY NOV 29 AT 9 PM

PROGRAM

11:00 AM Welcome Address
- Mark MacLachlan, Dean (pro tem), Faculty of Science, UBC
- Orlando Rojas, BPI Scientific Director
11:15 AM Keynote #1 - Irene Yang, Investment Principal & Director, BASF Venture Capital
11:30 AM BPI Emerging Researchers' Flash Presentations
12:00 PM Networking Lunch
12:20 PM Showcase Exhibit (Lunch Continues)
1:20 PM Keynote #2 - Steven Hallam, Professor, Microbiology, UBC
1:35 PM Keynote #3 - Rishikesh Mankidy, Regional Director BC, Natural Products Canada
1:50 PM BPI Accelerating Technology Readiness (ATR) Program Update - Richard Sones, Director of Partner Innovations, UBC BioProducts Institute
1:55 PM Award Ceremony
2:00 PM Closing

MC: Gregory Paradis, Assistant Professor, Forest Resources Management, UBC

*The program is subject to change.

SHOWCASE COMPETITION

BPI-affiliated students and postdocs are all welcome to participate in the Showcase Competition. You'll have the opportunity to set up a demonstration table to present your research and deliver a 1-minute flash presentation on stage. You can participate as an individual or a team of no more than 3 persons. For the presentation guidelines and judging criteria, click here.

Competition Prizes

A panel of faculty, researchers, and industry experts will evaluate and select winners for prizes. Additionally, the People's Choice Award will be presented to the team who gets the most votes from the audience.

The top presenters will receive a $500 travel and educational award, which can be applied to conference or course registration, along with a $100 Visa gift card.

Best Showcase Awards
Climate Impact Award
EDI.I Excellence Award
People's Choice Award

Prize Draw for Guests

Guests can participate in a stamp rally to win a prize. Those who visit 15+booths and collect stamps from the presenters can enter the prize draw to win a BPI travel mug, a premium holiday gift basket, or a $100 visa card.

PARKING

We suggest using one of the following parkades which are located within a 5 min walk. Their rates are $2 per 1/2 hour up to a daily max of $20.

Health Science Parkade, 2250 Health Sciences Mall, V6T 1Z3
Thunderbird Parkade, 6085 Thunderbird Boulevard V6T 1Z3

For more details, view the university parkade and parking lot map.

ACCOMMODATION

If you need on-campus accommodations, we recommend making a reservation as soon as possible—rooms are selling out fast due to the Taylor Swift concert happening that weekend. Secure your stay at UBC through the following link: https://suitesatubc.com/

This event is generously sponsored by