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Empowering Women in Biotech

August 2023

Event date: 17th October 2023

Join us at the Empowering Women in Biotech event in the HGF Leeds office on Tuesday 17th October 2023

The Empowering Women in Biotech event brings together like-minded individuals working in the Biotech and life science sector and women looking to pursue a career in this industry. It’s an all inclusive event and all are welcome.

This is particularly aimed at women in the industry and academia that would like the opportunity to network, as well as women who would like to learn more and explore different opportunities.

This event is a great opportunity for attendees to network with one another and discuss the different opportunities within the industry.

The event is free to attend. You can find out more and register by clicking the link below:

 

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