Nucleate Singapore

🚀 Kickstarting the Nucleate Ignite VC Workshop Series! 🚀 We kicked off our first session with a deep dive into the exciting world of Life Science Venture Capital. From angel investors to venture capital and private equity, we explored the critical stages that startups navigate on their journey from ideation to clinical development. Dr. Wen Qi Ho from ClavystBio shared her inspiring transition from a PhD to the venture capital space, highlighting the growth of Singapore's biotech ecosystem and the collaborative efforts that drive innovation. Participants gained valuable insights into the various types of biotech companies—ranging from tech-bio platforms to single-asset firms—and the intricate structures of venture capital funds, revealing how they support the scaling of innovative ideas. The engaging Q&A session further emphasized the importance of strategic support and networking in this rapidly evolving field, sparking discussions about the future of biotech in Singapore. To top it off, the networking session was a blast, filled with interesting discussions over drinks and refreshments sponsored by ClavystBio. Looking forward to seeing everyone at our next session tomorrow and continuing our Ignite VC journey! Nucleate team: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Roshni Gupta, Panida Cen, Gloria Chan, Samantha Wong, PhD, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, Jiaqi Liang, Damien Chua, Shruti Sridhar, Isha Karnik, John Joson Ng, Senuri De Silva, Jashan Singh, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Dillon Chew, Aakash Kumar, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang, Devika Menon #NucleateIgnite #Biotech #VentureCapital #LifeSciences #Entrepreneurship

🎙 Nucleate Singapore Pulse 👨🔬 This month, Nucleate had the pleasure of interviewing Dr Alessandro Falcone, MD, Head of JLABS Singapore, Johnson & Johnson, a place of support for early-stage healthcare startups by offering mentorship, advisory services, and connections with investors. 🎧 In this episode, Dr Alessandro Falcone, MD highlighted the unique JPALS mentorship program that connects startups with Johnson & Johnson experts, the Investor Hub that facilitates venture capital connections, and the global Resource Hub offering preferential services to startups. He also discussed JLABS’ strategic focus on fostering innovation in Singapore’s ecosystem, emphasizing adaptability to each market’s unique strengths. This episode provides a deep dive into Singapore's biotech ecosystem, how JLABS Singapore supports the local biotech ecosystem by partnering with government bodies such as the Economic Development Board (EDB), and the challenges in Singapore's aspirations to become a regional biotech hub Listen and follow us on Spotify 👉https://lnkd.in/gKzET7Ec and Apple Podcasts 👉https://lnkd.in/g9hdTGMj Show notes and transcripts 👉 https://lnkd.in/gdT5-BVA Podcast team: John Joson Ng and Jessie Wong Ling Ai Nucleate team: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Samantha Wong, PhD, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, Jiaqi Liang, Damien Chua, Shruti Sridhar, Gloria Chan, Isha Karnik, John Joson Ng, Senuri De Silva, Panida Cen, Jashan Singh, Roshni Gupta, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Dillon Chew, Aakash Kumar, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang, Devika Menon #JLABS #Innovation #Startup #Nucleate #Podcast

🎙 Nucleate Singapore Pulse 👨🔬 This month, Nucleate had the pleasure of interviewing Dr Alessandro Falcone, MD, Head of JLABS Singapore, Johnson & Johnson, a place of support for early-stage healthcare startups by offering mentorship, advisory services, and connections with investors. 🎧 In this episode, Dr Alessandro Falcone, MD highlighted the unique JPALS mentorship program that connects startups with Johnson & Johnson experts, the Investor Hub that facilitates venture capital connections, and the global Resource Hub offering preferential services to startups. He also discussed JLABS’ strategic focus on fostering innovation in Singapore’s ecosystem, emphasizing adaptability to each market’s unique strengths. This episode provides a deep dive into Singapore's biotech ecosystem, how JLABS Singapore supports the local biotech ecosystem by partnering with government bodies such as the Economic Development Board (EDB), and the challenges in Singapore's aspirations to become a regional biotech hub Listen and follow us on Spotify 👉https://lnkd.in/gKzET7Ec and Apple Podcasts 👉https://lnkd.in/g9hdTGMj Show notes and transcripts 👉 https://lnkd.in/gdT5-BVA Podcast team: John Joson Ng and Jessie Wong Ling Ai Nucleate team: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Samantha Wong, PhD, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, Jiaqi Liang, Damien Chua, Shruti Sridhar, Gloria Chan, Isha Karnik, John Joson Ng, Senuri De Silva, Panida Cen, Jashan Singh, Roshni Gupta, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Dillon Chew, Aakash Kumar, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang, Devika Menon #JLABS #Innovation #Startup #Nucleate #Podcast

🔬 The Nucleate Artery: Innovations in Dengue, Cancer, and Lung Disease Treatments 📰 In this month's edition, we're excited to bring you a diverse array of Digestibles, showcasing groundbreaking research from Singapore’s leading biotech institutes: 🦟Breaking Down Dengue: Discover how Duke-NUS researchers are harnessing natural killer T (NKT) cells to develop stronger dengue vaccines. 🎗️Enhancing CAR-T Therapy: Learn about A*STAR IMCB's advancements in CAR-T receptor design, improving targeting precision and boosting treatment efficacy in cancers like Hodgkin’s lymphoma. 🛡️ Smarter Immunotherapy with RBCEVs: Explore how WisDM and NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine are utilizing extracellular vesicles from red blood cells to deliver immunotherapy more effectively. 🌬️ Targeting IL-11 for Lung Fibrosis: Dive into Duke-NUS researchers’ breakthrough in reversing lung fibrosis by inhibiting IL-11 signaling. 🔬 Super-Silencers in Cancer Treatment: Understand the innovative dual-drug strategy developed by scientists to reactivate silenced genes, offering a path to combat EZH2-mutant cancers. 🗞️ Stay updated with the latest news from Singapore’s life sciences industry, including new partnerships, notable funding rounds, and innovative startups making waves in biotech. 📆 Don’t miss out on this month’s biotech conferences, seminars, competitions, and networking opportunities! From the 2024 CoRE Scientific Conference to the Singapore Week of Innovation and Technology (SWITCH), learn more about these exciting events in our newsletter. Read the full issue here!  👉 https://lnkd.in/gi34byNR Newsletter team: Jiaqi Liang, Senuri De Silva, Damien Chua, Devika Menon Nucleate team: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Samantha Wong, PhD, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, Shruti Sridhar, Gloria Chan, Isha Karnik, John Joson Ng, Panida Cen, Jashan Singh, Roshni Gupta, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Dillon Chew, Aakash Kumar, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang #NucleateSingapore #Newsletter #NucleateArtery #Immunotherapy #Cancer #Infectiousdiseases #Genetics #Biotech #Nucleate

🌟 Reflecting on the Success of Nucleate Singapore's 1st Anniversary Biomixer! 🌟 On October 1st, we gathered to celebrate a milestone in Nucleate Singapore's journey with an inspiring evening of networking and conversations. The highlight of the event was an enlightening panel discussion featuring Yvette Flanigan, Guy Heathers, and Dean Ho. We dove deep into the art of networking, learning practical strategies and tips on how to strengthen professional connections. A particularly memorable moment? A fun anecdote about how something as simple as a conversation about mangoes can connect you with influential people in unexpected ways! Our speakers also touched on the importance of mentors, the role of luck and the butterfly effect, and even shared some of their biggest networking gaffes—reminding us that everyone makes mistakes, but they can still lead to growth and opportunities. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event such a success. Stay tuned for more exciting events as we continue to foster collaborations between academia and industry in the biotech space! Nucleate SG Team: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Samantha Wong, PhD, Jiaqi Liang, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, John Joson Ng, Damien Chua, Isha Karnik, Senuri De Silva, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Dillon Chew, Aakash Kumar, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang, Devika Menon, Shruti Sridhar, Gloria Chan, Roshni Gupta, Jashan Singh, Panida Cen #Networking #Biotech #NucleateSingapore #Mentorship #CareerGrowth #IndustryInsights #CommunityBuilding

Presenting the Nucleate Singapore Leadership Team 2024 - 2025! 👑 Co-Managing Directors: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai 🎓 Programmes and Education: Gloria Chan, Shruti Sridhar, Jashan Singh, Panida Cen, Roshni Gupta 🎙 Podcast: John Joson Ng, Dillon Chew, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Aakash Kumar 🔎 Research and Communications: Jiaqi Liang, Damien Chua, Senuri De Silva, Devika Menon ✍ Strategy and Communications: Isha Karnik, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang 🤝 External Partnerships: Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, Samantha Wong 🙌 A massive thank you to Liyana Ayub Ow Yong, Kim Whye Leong, Jiang Yeow and Ignacius Tay for your incredible contributions as part of the inaugural team! #Nucleate #Singapore #Lifescience #Biotech #Leadership

💡 Reflecting on Last Year’s Success: Testimonials from our VC Workshop! We’re thrilled to share the incredible feedback we received from participants who joined our VC workshop last year. If you’re a potential founder or interested in pursuing a career in life science investments, this is the event for you! Now, we’re bringing it back this October! Don’t miss your chance to gain exclusive insights from leading industry figures in life sciences and VC. Key Workshop Sessions: Dr. Wen Qi Ho Director, Investments and New Ventures, ClavystBio Topic: Introduction to Life Science Venture Capital Date: 23rd Oct, Wed, 6-8pm Dr. Alice Chen Executive Vice President, Accelerator Life Science Partners Topic: Due Diligence of Life Science Companies Date: 29th Oct, Tues, 6-8pm Dr. Kim Png Principal, Polaris Partners Topic: Introduction to Startup Valuation and Other Deal Considerations Date: 5th Nov, Tues, 6-8pm Limited spots available—apply now to secure your place!  🔗 https://lnkd.in/gUCQhQSN Nucleate SG P&E Team: Shruti Sridhar, Gloria Chan, Roshni Gupta, Jashan Singh, Panida C.  Nucleate SG: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Samantha Wong, PhD, Jiaqi Liang, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, John Joson Ng, Damien Chua, Isha Karnik, Senuri De Silva, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Dillon Chew, Aakash Kumar, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang, Devika Menon #VCWorkshop #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Funding #Innovation #Networking #TechLeaders #VC #Biotech #Growth

🎉 Applications Now Open: Nucleate Ignite VC Workshop 2024/25 🚀 After the success of last year’s Ignite VC Workshop, we’re thrilled to bring it back for 2024-2025! Join us for the first workshop of the new term as we deliver exclusive insights into the venture capital journey within the life sciences industry. Whether you're a student, aspiring entrepreneur, or industry professional, this is your chance to learn from experienced industry leaders through in-person sessions designed to equip you with the skills to thrive in biotech VC. Workshop Sessions: 📅 Dr. Ho Wen Qi Introduction to Life Science Venture Capital Date: 23rd Oct, Wed, 6-8pm Affiliation: Therapeutics Lead, ClavystBio 📅 Dr. Alice Chen Due Diligence of Life Science Companies Date: 29th Oct, Tues, 6-8pm Affiliation: Executive Vice President, Accelerator Life Science Partners 📅 Dr. Kim Png Introduction to Startup Valuation and Other Deal Considerations Date: 5th Nov, Tues, 6-8pm Affiliation: Principal, Polaris Partners 📍 Venue: To be disclosed to confirmed participants RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gUCQhQSN Don’t miss out on this invaluable learning experience—spots are limited, so secure yours today and kickstart your VC journey! 💡 Nucleate SG P&E Team: Shruti Sridhar, Gloria Chan, Roshni Gupta, Jashan Singh, Panida C. Nucleate SG: Ying Tong Yeo, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Samantha Wong, Jiaqi Liang, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, John Joson Ng, Damien Chua, Isha Karnik, Senuri De Silva, Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD, Dillon Chew, Aakash Kumar, Diya Srivastava, Dijin Zhang, Devika Menon #VentureCapital #LifeSciences #Entrepreneurship #NucleateIgnite #BiotechNetworking #Leadership

🎉Nucleate Singapore’s Anniversary Biomixer is just around the corner! 🎉 Join us on 1st of October for an evening of networking, celebration, and partnerships as we connect with industry leaders and like-minded individuals in Singapore's life sciences and biotech ecosystem. Event Highlights: 🎙 Panel Discussion: Don’t miss our insightful discussion on "Finding Your Tribe: The Importance of Building Your Biotech Network Early" featuring: 1. Yvette Flanigan – Founder of BioBeers (Singapore) & Senior Patent Scientist Yusarn Audrey LLC Audrey 2. Dean Ho – Nucleate Singapore Advisor, Co-Founder KYAN Technologies & Director of The N.1 Institute for Health 3. Guy Heathers – Serial Biotech Entrepreneur, Co-Founder Albatroz Therapeutics 🤝 Networking Session: Engage in organic, casual conversations over food and drinks, fostering connections across academia and industry. 📅 Date: 1st October 2024 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 📍 Location: Venue details will be shared with confirmed participants Limited spots available! Don't miss your chance to network with peers and industry leaders at our Biomixer. Regardless of where you are in your career, this event is for you! https://lnkd.in/gst7DJep See you there! ✨ Samantha Wong Jiaqi Liang Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH Ying Tong Yeo Damien Chua Shruti Sridhar Gloria Chan Isha Karnik John Joson Ng Jessie Wong Ling Ai Senuri De Silva Panida C. Jashan Singh Roshni Gupta Hana Maldivita Tambrin, PhD Dillon Chew Aakash Kumar Diya Srivastava Dijin Zhang Devika Menon #Biotech #Networking #LifeSciences #NucleateSingapore #AnniversaryEvent #PanelDiscussion

Nucleate SG: Zero to One! We’re delighted to release our annual report for our inaugural year. The Singapore Chapter launched in Aug 2023, with 2 core pillars tailored to the needs of our biotech ecosystem: 🤜 🤛 Community-Building: Seeding new life science communities, especially among early career trainees 🎓 Education: Imparting foundational, technical know-how for key life science roles Over the last 12 months, we accomplished: 👨🏫 3 Nucleate Ignite Workshop Series: Flagship initiative crafted to impart skills required in life science careers in Venture Capital, Biotherapeutic Development and Business Development 🎙 12 Nucleate SG Pulse Podcast Episodes: In-depth interviews with founders, investors and strategists 📰 14 Nucleate Artery Newsletter Editions: High-impact research highlights and event takeaways 🤝 3 Themed Networking Panels: Panels that platform emerging startups in select themed areas 💬 2 #askmeabout Slack Interviews: Informal chat-styled conversations over our Life Science Community Slack Workspace 1️⃣ 1 Unified Community: 1366 new LinkedIn followers, 1148 podcast episode plays, 798 newsletter subscribers, 325 Slack community members Enormous thanks to the Nucleate SG 2023 - 2024 team for their herculean efforts building Nucleate SG from scratch, our advisory board for steering us in the right direction and of course, our incredible partners and sponsors who made the journey with us. Stay connected to hear about exciting new programmes and opportunities for 2024 - 2025! Interested in working with us or supporting us? Send an email to singapore@nucleate.org. The Nucleate SG 2023 - 2024 founding team: Samantha Wong, Jiaqi Liang, Ivan Seah, MBBS/MBA/MPH, Damien Chua, Shruti Sridhar, Ying Tong Yeo, John Joson Ng, Jessie Wong Ling Ai, Liyana Ayub Ow Yong, Kim Whye Leong, Jiang Yeow, Ignacius Tay, Gloria Chan, Isha Karnik Advisory Board: Gene Yeo, Damian O'Connell, Yvonne Koh, Dean Ho #Nucleate #Singapore #Lifescience #Biotech #drugdevelopment