Recognizing 10 Life Science Trailblazers Under the Age of 40 Across California

Biocom California, the association representing the California life science industry, today called for entries for the ninth annual Life Science Catalyst Awards. The awards celebrate rising and accomplished academics, entrepreneurs, investors, corporate leaders and business advisers who are making significant contributions to the life science industry in California before reaching their 40^th birthday.

“The Catalyst Awards recognize the most inspiring and driven young minds who are advancing human health through research, discovery and entrepreneurship,” said Joe Panetta, president and CEO of Biocom California. “Supporting the next generation of life science leaders is key to continue driving innovation in California and shaping a vibrant future for the industry.”

Nominations for the award will be accepted until Thursday, September 5, 2024. Honorees will be featured in the Biocom California’s online magazine LifeLines, promoted through a social media initiative and celebrated at the Biocom California Annual “Celebration of Life” Gala on Thursday November 21, 2024. The Life Science Catalyst Awards will honor standouts from the following areas:

• Biotechnology (healthcare, industrial, environmental)
• Pharmaceuticals
• Genomics
• Medical Devices
• Diagnostics
• Digital Health
• Universities and Research Institutes
• Business Consulting
• Venture Capital

A list of past Catalyst Award Winners, nomination criteria, and the nomination form may be found here.

About Biocom California

Biocom California is the leader and advocate for California’s life science sector. We work on behalf of more than 1,800 members to drive public policy, build an enviable network of industry leaders, create access to capital, introduce cutting-edge STEM education programs and create robust value-driven purchasing programs.

Founded in 1995 in San Diego, Biocom California provides the strongest public voice to research institutions and companies that fuel the local and state-wide economy. Our goal is simple: to help our members produce novel solutions that improve the human condition. In addition to our San Diego headquarters, Biocom California operates core offices in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area, with satellite offices in Sacramento, Washington, D.C. and Tokyo. Our broad membership benefits apply to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, genomics and diagnostics companies of all sizes, as well as to research universities and institutes, clinical research organizations, investors and service providers.

For more information on Biocom California, please visit our website at www.biocom.org. Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and X.

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