Join us on April 29th at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center for the Inaugural HELIX NJ Discovery Showcase, hosted by the New Brunswick Development Corporation (DEVCO). This fast-paced, full-day event is dedicated to celebrating science through research and discovery showcases from pioneering entities across New Jersey. Unlike traditional demo or pitch days, the HELIX NJ Discovery Showcase is a unique opportunity to explore groundbreaking scientific advancements and foster collaboration within our vibrant community.
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Meet the Innovators
Dr. Oliver Loudig
Associate Member
Hackensack Meridian Health - Center for Discovery & Innovation
Dr. Hao Chen
Professor, Chemistry and Environmental Science
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Dr. Bobby Herrera
Assistant Professor of Global Health
Rutgers University
Dr. Danielle Dick
Director, Rutgers Addiction Research Center
Rutgers University
Dr. P. Ashley Wackym
Chair of Department of Otolaryngology
Rutgers University / Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
Dr. Mehdi Javanmard
Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Rutgers University
Dr. Marco Taglietti
CEO, NanoNewron
Rutgers University
Dr. Victoria Abraira
Assistant Professor, Department of Cell Biology and Neuroscience
Rutgers University
Dr. Reynold Panettieri
Vice Chancellor for Translational Medicine and Science
Rutgers University / Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health
Dr. Shahriar Shahramian
Director - Bell Labs ASICs & Packaging Research Lab
Nokia Bell Labs
Dr. Thomas Molnar
Associate Professor, Department of Plant Biology
Rutgers University
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Agenda
8:30am – 9:45am
Breakfast
NBPAC Lobby
9:45am – 12:00pm
Welcome Remarks - Christopher Paladino, DEVCO
Dr. Marco Taglietti, NanoNewron/Rutgers
Novel treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease and other neurodegenerative diseases by carrying powerful biologics across the Blood Brain Barrier.
Dr. Hao Chen, NJIT
Research on microdroplets serving as powerful microreactors for both exploring large-molecule reactions and speeding their structural analyses.
Dr. Shahriar Shahramian, Nokia Bell Labs
Industry leading work on Radio on Glass and RFIC Research.
Dr. P. Ashley Wackym, Rutgers/RWJBH
Exploring the use of viral based gene therapies for the treatment and prevention of hearing loss and hearing related disorders
Edison Academy Magnet School Students
Students participating in NASA’s App Development Challenge (ADC). The ADC, one of eight Artemis Student Challenges, is a coding challenge presenting students with technical problems seeking their contributions to deep space exploration missions.
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Lunch
NBPAC Lobby
1:00pm – 2:30pm
Dr. Danielle Dick, Rutgers Addiction Research Center
“How New Advances in Genomics May Allow Us to Stop Addiction Before It Starts”
Bishnu Pandey, NJIT
Addressing critical challenges associated with PFAS contamination in soil, drinking water, and wastewater by employing innovative treatment techniques such as using aeration to safely remove PFAs without creating new problems
Dr. Olivier Loudig, HMH
Developed research programs for biomarker discovery in breast, lung, prostate, and pancreatic cancers
Dr. Thomas Molnar, Rutgers
Developing hazelnut cultivars resistant to eastern filbert blight, a fungal disease that has hindered U.S. hazelnut production.
2:30pm – 2:45pm
HELIX Partner Remarks: Steve Lehmann, Portal Innovations
2:45pm – 4:15pm
Dr. Reynold Panettieri, Rutgers/RWJBH
Discovery and development of therapies to manage asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other airway diseases
Dr. Bobby Herrera, Rutgers
Research translates insights from productive adaptive immunity into effective vaccines and diagnostics for infectious diseases
Dr. Mehdi Javanmard, Rutgers
Developed a handheld device that has the ability to count a patien's white blood cells with a drop of blood, called CytoTracker Leukometer
Dr. Victoria Abraira, Rutgers
Research on the sense of touch and how it helps us to move, socialize and feel pain
4:15pm – 5:30pm
Reception
NBPAC Lobby
FAQʼs
When and where is the event?
The HELIX NJ Discovery Showcase takes place on April 29 at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), 11 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ.
Is parking available?
Parking is available at NBPAC Garage, or metered street parking.
Are there accommodations nearby?
Yes, NBPAC is located in the heart of New Brunswick. The Heldrich Hotel is located across the street from the venue.
Is the venue accessible for individuals with disabilities?
Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible, with elevators available.
Who can I contact for questions?
Email us at events@helixnj.com