Guppy Tank: Translational Science Pitch Competition Application

Who can participate?

Any graduate/postdoctoral researcher working on a translational scientific project.

A translational project can be based on data generated from in vitro, ex vivo tissue or in vivo experiments or incorporating AI/computational/in silico/data sciences, which identify a therapeutic target or platform likely to translate to human wellness or disease pathology.

Why participate?

Participate to be one of the 4 finalists and:

1) WIN Travel Award and free registration to attend EB 2022.

2) Receive one-on-one coaching from industry-levels experts to build your final pitch.

3) Present your innovation to a live audience at EB and receive constructive feedback from an elite panel of judges.

4) Connect with the industry network and increase your visibility!

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* 1. Name:

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* 2. Position:

Graduate student

Postdoctoral fellow

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* 3. Institution:

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* 4. Email:

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* 5. Have you delivered at least one oral presentation before at a scientific meeting?

Yes

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* 6. Provide a description of your research innovation. This should be free of jargon and understandable to a scientifically literate reader (50-word limit)

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* 7. In layman’s language, describe the translational impact and relevance of your research. Include the “problem” that your research is addressing, why this solution will fill a gap/unmet need, and who will be most likely to benefit. (50-word limit)

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* 8. What is the anticipated “solution” modality that your research is providing? Check the appropriate box.

Therapeutic

Medical device

Digital solution

Other service/technology (please specify)

Guppy Tank: Translational Science Pitch Competition Application

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* 1. Name:

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* 2. Position:

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* 3. Institution:

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* 4. Email:

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* 5. Have you delivered at least one oral presentation before at a scientific meeting?

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* 6. Provide a description of your research innovation. This should be free of jargon and understandable to a scientifically literate reader (50-word limit)

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* 7. In layman’s language, describe the translational impact and relevance of your research. Include the “problem” that your research is addressing, why this solution will fill a gap/unmet need, and who will be most likely to benefit. (50-word limit)

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* 8. What is the anticipated “solution” modality that your research is providing? Check the appropriate box.

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* 9. Who are the potential “customers” of your scientific project? (single-sentence limit)

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* 10. Tell us one reason why you are so excited about this innovation?