The City of Frederick Department of Economic Development (DED) and the Frederick County Office of Economic Development (FCOED) recently co-hosted Innovation Through Collaboration in Biotech, a free event sponsored by Federal Laboratory Consortium (FLC) that highlighted the region’s growing biotech and life sciences ecosystem. Held at New Spire Arts, the program featured a panel discussion, networking, and resources for local businesses and researchers looking to connect with key industry leaders.
Panelists included Patrick Calhoun, PhD (Nanocrine, Inc.), Amanda Corbel, MS, PMP (Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research), and Michael L. Salgaller, PhD (National Cancer Institute) moderated by Edward E. Diehl, PhD with Defense Health Agency. They shared insights on how innovators can partner with federal labs through technology transfer, licensing, and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs). TEDCO’s Ecosystem Director, Karen Zuccardi, also provided information about connecting with the organization’s resources.
Panelists emphasized that collaboration with federal labs is encouraged when projects align with mission priorities and are framed for mutual benefit. Attendees learned about opportunities to leverage resources from the Frederick National Laboratory, the National Cancer Institute, and the Federal Laboratory Consortium.
To stay up to date on future events in Frederick, visit the city’s Economic Development Calendar.