Women in Science: Pivoting from Lab Days to an Entrepreneurial Mindset

In celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11), District 3 Innovation Center and Startup Montréal are giving you the opportunity to hear from successful women entrepreneurs with a science background who chose to pivot from their lab life to an entrepreneurial life.

The discussion will put the spotlight on the health care industry. You'll have the chance to delve into the various opportunities available to women in science as they pursue entrepreneurship, and learn about the key stages involved in building a successful business.

Canadian women in science have made significant contributions to the entrepreneurial landscape. In recent years, there has been a growing trend of female scientists transitioning from lab to entrepreneurship, leveraging their technical skills and scientific knowledge to launch innovative startups in the healthcare industry. According to a recent report, startups founded or co-founded by women in Canada have raised over $1 billion in venture capital, highlighting the increasing demand for female-led businesses in this sector. 

Agenda

3:30 to 4 p.m.: Welcome

4 to 4:45 p.m.: Panel discussion

• Catherine Forest-Nault, Ph.D. Student in Biomedical Engineering & Co-Founder of LifeEngine, a startup that develop dynamic and lifelike models to support the training of surgeons and innovations in their practice.
• Claudia Penafuerte, Co-Founder of Cura Therapeutic. Specialized in cancer immunology and immunotherapy.
• Stephanie Mouchbahani-Constance, Ph.D. in Physiology, Co-Founder of PteroTech, developing easy-to-use, easy-to-access and fast-acting products to help aquatic sting victims get rid of their pain fast.

4:45 to 6 p.m.: Networking hour