Tuesday - October 17th, STAR Campus

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

SHUTTLE FROM HOTEL DU PONT TO STAR CAMPUS

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

NEW MEMBER BREAKFAST
Join us at the AURP New Member Breakfast! AURP’s annual breakfast connects our newest members with the AURP Board of Directors and peers setting a stage for collaboration and networking as we kick off the AURP Annual Conference.
Organizations that have joined since the 2022 International Conference will be recognized and receive their membership certificate. Pictures of official recognition are always social media worthy! #BuildingtheAURPNetwork

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE: AI IN INDUSTRY AND THE FUTURE 
Additional Fees Apply
Join us for an engaging panel discussion at the AURP Leadership Roundtable as we explore the transformative journey of Artificial Intelligence (AI) from its humble beginnings to its profound impact on diverse industries. This panel will delve into the history, current applications, and the future trajectory of AI, with a particular focus on the development of trustworthy, ethical AI technologies.

Panelists:
Leah Burton, Immediate Past President, AURP; Principal Higher Education Industry Consultant, SAS Institute
Michael Littman, PhD, Division Director - Information & Intelligent Systems, National Science Foundation
Kathy McCoy, PhD, Professor, University of Delaware
Sterlina Smith, Senior Leader-Data Ethics Practice, SAS

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

OPTIONAL TOURS OF NIIMBL & FINTECH

Limited spots available. Sign up for your spot when you register.
Tours starting at 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

VALUE ADDED SESSION
ALIGNING INNOVATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH: THE POWER OF MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTIONS
Medical research institutions not only conduct innovative research and provide unparalleled benefit to patients – they also produce considerable economic impact within their communities. A 2022 study found that medical schools and teaching hospitals are responsible for roughly 3% of the U.S. GDP and support over 7 million jobs. With the evolution of therapies that require proximity between, or co-location of, research and the patients receiving healthcare, these institutions are playing an increasingly important role in the creation of novel therapies to treat cancer and other diseases. Ariel Gruswitz of Facility Logix will explain the unique value and ever-increasing prominence of these institutions in state and regional economic development efforts. 

Speaker:
Ariel Gruswitz, Vice President, Facility Logix, LLC

10:20 AM - 10:35 AM

VALUE ADDED SESSION
ADAPTIVE REUSE FOR LIFE SCIENCE FACILITIES: THINKING OUTSIDE OF THE BIG BOX STORE
Explore the profound impact of innovative thinking and the surging demand for life science facilities on the future landscape. In the wake of global health crises, the life science industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, ushering in a new era of expansion.
However, a critical question arises: where can we find the necessary space for these cutting-edge endeavors? This is where "adaptive reuse" comes into play, presenting a groundbreaking concept that breathes fresh life into neglected spaces. Envision former retail giants transformed into state-of-the-art laboratories and research hubs, as exemplified by pioneers like Strang who have already demonstrated their potential in converting former retail spaces into thriving laboratories.
This visionary approach not only addresses the pressing spatial requirements with agility but also redefines sustainability by repurposing existing structures. Delve into the realm of adaptive reuse, where ingenuity converges with necessity, fundamentally revolutionizing our approach to both space utilization and scientific innovation.

Speaker:
Dan Hale, Executive Vice President, Project Director, Strang, Inc.

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM

VALUE ADDED SESSION
THE POWER OF PARTNERSHIPS: EMPOWERING HBCUS IN MEDICINE
How can key partnerships support the advancement of medical education at Historically Black Colleges and Universities? The Maryland College of Osteopathic Medicine plans to replace an obsolete on campus facility with a new Class-A Osteopathic Medical School. This historic move expands the footprint and momentum of the existing medical and health education ecosystem in Baltimore. This session will examine a case study for growth at an HBCU in the Baltimore area and explore how partnerships can tackle needs in underserved urban communities. Increased investment in education is a driver for equity.

Speakers:
Will Germain, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Partner, MCB Science + Health
Kate Hier, AIA, NCARB, EDCA, WELL AP, Architect, Laboratory Planner, Clark & Enersen

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

SHUTTLE FROM HOTEL DU PONT TO STAR CAMPUS

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

NETWORKING LUNCHEON

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

WELCOMING REMARKS
AURP President - Erin Koshut, Executive Director, Cummings Research Park

WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
Dr. Dennis Assanis, President, University of Delaware

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

MAIN STAGE SESSION
OPENING KEYNOTE
REVOLUTIONIZING BIOPHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING INNOVATION THROUGH INCREASED INNOVATIVE EMPLOYMENT PATHWAYS

Speaker: 
Kelvin Lee, PhD, Institute Director, NIIMBL

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

MAIN STAGE SESSION
THE NEW AGE OF HYDROGEN IN CLEAN ENERGY

Speakers:
Yushan Yan, Henry B. du Pont Chair, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Delaware 
Rick Beuttel, Vice President Hydrogen, Bloom Energy
Gildas Bonnier, Business Development Director, Hydrogen Energy, Air Liquide
Marc Gurau, Application Development Engineering Manager II, Hydrogen Economy Venture, The Chemours Company
Moderator: Dora Cheatham, Executive Director, Delaware Sustainable Chemistry Alliance

2:15 PM - 2:45 PM

BREAK

2:45 PM - 3:00 PM

INNOVATIVE PROGRAM
UNIVERSITY CITY SCIENCE CENTER'S BUILDING AN UNDERSTANDING OF LAB BASICS (BULB)
This innovative program will highlight the STEM workforce development initiative that provides Philadelphians with the training, skills, and connections needed to take on in-demand life science careers.

Speaker:
Phil Brooks, Director, STEM Workshop Partnerships, University City Science Center
Moderator: Mike Bowman, Associate Director Office of Economic Innovation and Partnerships, University of Delaware

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

MAIN STAGE SESSION
HBCU’S IN INNOVATION COMMUNITIES
Institutions have experienced an influx of funding to boost the revitalization of entrepreneurship and commercialization within their communities. In particular, HBCU's are of primary focus to elevate this underserved community to new levels in workforce training, while advancing the transition from R2 to R1 institutions. 
Central to this network is inspirational leader, Dr. Tony Allen, Delaware State University President, chief executive office of the U.S.'s most diverse contemporary HBCU. Discover your edge to partner with this fundamental sector of the U.S. knowledge economy.

Speaker:
Tony Allen, PhD, President, Delaware State University; Chair, President Bidens' Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Moderator: Mike Bowman, Associate Director Office of Economic Innovation and Partnerships, University of Delaware

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

MAIN STAGE SESSION
CORPORATE UNIVERSITY CONNECTIVITY - FIRESIDE CHAT
Jen McDermott, Executive Director, Global Technology Workforce Strategy at JPMorgan Chase will explore the challenges and rewards of building and nurturing a tech ecosystem from the corporate perspective. Jen will look at the critical role that corporate/university engagement plays in ecosystem development as she covers the strategies, tactics and lessons learned as JPMorgan Chase, Delaware’s second largest private employer, established innovative collaborations with the University of Delaware, Delaware State University and Delaware Technical & Community College to strengthen the tech talent pipeline. Jen will also look at the importance engaging companies of all sizes in ecosystem development, skill building strategies, and the value of expanding the tech talent pipeline to include differently abled populations.

Speaker: 
Jennifer McDermott, Executive Director, Global Technology Workforce Strategy, JP Morgan Chase Corporate University Connectivity
Moderator: Don Mell, Executive Director & Site Lead Delaware Market, JPMorgan Chase & Co. 

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

OPENING RECEPTION
STAR Campus Auditorium

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

SHUTTLE FROM STAR CAMPUS TO HOTEL DU PONT

7:00 PM

SPONSOR HOSPITALITIES & RECEPTIONS

Informal Group Dine-In
DECO at the Hotel Du Pont