We are excited to invite you to the Inaugural (First Annual) Biosafety and Biosecurity Summit, taking place on October 10th and 11th (printable schedule flyer) on campus (see map) and virtually on Zoom. Whether in a laboratory, clinic, or field, researchers and laboratorians are at the heart of making great things possible. This groundbreaking event will bring together researchers, subject matter experts, and industry leaders to discuss key challenges and advancements in biosafety and biosecurity, while also exploring emerging technologies in life science research. Live presentations, research posters, and a Fisher Scientific vendor fair will enhance education and networking, enabling participants to exchange ideas, share best practices, and collaborate on solutions to improve biosafety and biosecurity.
Event Highlights:
- Keynote Address: Learn about Transcriptomics for Biomarker Discovery with Dr. Laura Miller, Associate Professor of Veterinary Virology and Past President of the American Association of Veterinary Immunologists on October 10th at 8:30 am.
- Engaging Presentations: Attend engaging presentations from K-State faculty and staff, federal and state agencies including the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) professionals and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and industry partners including Labconco.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals from diverse backgrounds in life science and interdisciplinary research, diagnostics, biosafety, and biosecurity to foster collaboration and innovation.
- Laboratory Resources and Support: Visit the Fisher Scientific vendor fair to learn more about available equipment, PPE, and safety resources for laboratories.
Partnerships: We appreciate the partnership and collaboration of the following colleges, departments, and industry partners that have contributed to the success of this event:
- Biosecurity Research Institute - BRI
- College of Agriculture
- College of Arts and Sciences - Department of Psychological Sciences
- College of Engineering
- Fisher Scientific
- Kansas State University Carl and Melinda Helwig Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
- Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
- Labconco
Who Should Attend: K-State faculty, staff, students, future researchers, and members of the local community, along with representatives from other colleges, universities, private employers, and federal and state government agencies, are warmly invited to participate. Greater participation from diverse stakeholders will enhance the event's success and foster a richer exchange of ideas.
Join us in celebrating life sciences research and shaping the future of biosafety and biosecurity. Together, we can enhance global health security and promote sustainable practices while achieving vital and transformative research discoveries.
We look forward to welcoming you to this pivotal event!
October 10, 2024
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Room
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Time
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Speaker
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Durland 1029
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8:00-8:30
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Dr. Beth Montelone, Kansas State University Office of Research Development: K-State Biomanufacturing and NSF Engine Initiative
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Durland 1029
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8:30-9:20
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Keynote: Dr. Laura C. Miller, College of Veterinary Medicine, Diagnostic Medicine and Pathobiology: Transcriptomics for Biomarker Discovery
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Durland 1029
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9:30-10:20
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Cale Beiermann, Labconco: Laminar Flow Enclosures
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Durland 1029
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10:30-11:20
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Joanna Berg, Kansas State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory: The Dirty Secrets of Autoclaving Success
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DUE 1109
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11:30-12:20
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Dr. Yonghui Li, College of Agriculture, Grain Science and Industry; Dr. Xiaolong Guo, College of Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering: Securing the Future of Antimicrobial Research: AI- Driven Data Integrity and Cybersecurity for Bioinformatics
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Engineering
Atrium
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12:30-1:20
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Lunch courtesy of Thermo Fisher Scientific supporting the Kansas State University Union: Pizza
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DUF1107
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1:30-2:20
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Dr. Jin Lee, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Psychological Sciences: Psychological Safety, Safety Climate, and Organizational Resilience
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Durland/Rathbone
Room 1063
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2:30-3:20
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Dr. Julie Johnson, Assistant VP for Research Compliance and BRI Biosafety Officer: "Ensuring Safety with the IBC: Meetings, Protocols, and PI Responsibilities"
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Durland/
Engineering Hall
Room 1109
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3:30-4:20
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Ms. Katie Pawlosky, NBAF Communications Director, and Mr. Jason Walker, NBAF Outreach Coordinator: Improving Stakeholder Communication & Public Perception of High-Containment Laboratories
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Aggieville Brewing Company
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5:30-7:00
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Thermo Fisher Scientific Networking Event at Aggieville Brewing Company. Drink tickets and appetizers provided courtesy of Fisher Scientific vendors.
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October 11, 2024
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Room
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Time
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Speaker
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Engineering Atrium
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8:00-10:00
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Explore our Vendor Booths and Poster Exhibits Radina's courtesy of Fisher Scientific
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DUF 1107
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10:00-11:00
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Dr. Mitch Ricketts, College of Agriculture, Communications and Agricultural Education: Hazards in the field: Safety during sample collection in agricultural settings.
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Engineering Atrium
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11:00-12:00
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Lunch break / vendors
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DUF 1107
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12:00-1:00
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Dr. Lisa Wilken and Dr. Xinyi E, College of Engineering, Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering: Biomanufacturing Laboratory Training and Education: Cultivating the Next Generation of Talent
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DUF 1107
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1:00-2:00
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Special Agent Dr. Josephine VanLoozen, Assistant Weapons of Mass Destruction coordinator and FBI Agent: A National Security Perspective on Biosecurity
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DUF 1107
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2:00-3:00
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Mr. Steven Witte, Biologics Develoment Module (BDM) Director, NBAF: De-risking Development: How to Get Your Biologic from Bench Scale to Production Scale
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DUF 1107
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3:00-4:00
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Mr. Brian Weiderman, Clinical Chemistry Supervisor: From Samples to Solutions: Prioritizing Safety in the Diagnostic Lab
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