Event Features
Celebrating the Advancement of Protein Science and Innovation
While a lot has changed since PepTalk was launched in 2001, our number one goal has always been the same: to serve and unite the biotherapeutics community.
For twenty years, PepTalk has served as an annual gathering place for key players in the industry, connecting countless people around the world, fostering knowledge sharing, and accelerating biotherapeutics development.
We look forward to welcoming you back to San Diego in 2022 in person and via a live virtual stream for those that cannot travel to celebrate our community and the advancement of protein science and innovation.
Conferences are vital for building research connections. PepTalk Connects is dedicated time and for networking and community building.
We encourage attendees to participate in networking activities, explore new products and services, meet with Exhibitors and Sponsors, engage with Poster Presenters, set up 1:1 meetings, and ultimately expand their professional network.
Networking & Social Events Schedule
Continue to check back for a more detailed schedule of networking and social opportunities.
Monday, January 17
6:00 - 7:30 pm Welcome Reception
7:15 - 8:30 pm Women in Science Meetup
The Women in Science Meetup at the PepTalk is a networking and inspiring event tailored for female attendees. We invite the entire scientific community to discuss these barriers, as we believe that all voices are necessary and welcome. Please join fellow scientists and discuss your personal and professional journey.
Moderator: Sarah M. Rue, PhD, Associate Director, Advanced Automation Technologies, Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation
1) What do you struggle with most as a woman in science?
2) What are you proudest of?
3) How has COVID impacted your work-life balance? What has improved? What has gotten more challenging?
4) Do you feel that we as a society have made good progress towards equal treatment of women and men in the workplace?
7:30 pm City Tour Meetup
Are you new to PepTalk or visiting San Diego for the first time? Join fellow attendees, say hello, and make new friends. Join the group for a walk to the Gas Lamp District.
Tuesday, January 18
10:05 - 11:00 am Morning Coffee Break
10:05 - 11:00
Build Valentine’s Day Hygiene Kits for homeless
seniors supporting local non-profit organization: Serving Seniors San
Diego. These kits include body wash, toothbrush, toothpaste, other
personal items, along with a Valentine’s Day treat and a personal note from
you. This Kit Building activity is coordinated by Life Science Cares, leveraging the talent and resources of the Life Science industry in the Bay
Area, Boston, Philly, and San Diego.
10:55 am Bose® SoundLink Revolve Bluetooth® speaker Raffle*
3:40 - 4:30 pm Afternoon Refreshment Break
Build Valentine’s Day Hygiene Kits for homeless seniors supporting local non-profit organization: Serving Seniors San Diego. These kits include body wash, toothbrush, toothpaste, other personal items, along with a Valentine’s Day treat and a personal note from you. This Kit Building activity is coordinated by Life Science Cares, leveraging the talent and resources of the Life Science industry in the Bay Area, Boston, Philly, and San Diego.
4:15 pm Speed Networking
Bring yourself, your business cards, and be prepared to share and summarize the key elements of your research in a minute. PepTalk will provide a location, timer, and fellow attendees to facilitate the introductions.
4:25 pm Apple Watch™ Raffle*
Wednesday, January 19
10:35 – 11:15 am Morning Coffee Break
10:45 am Poster Award
1:25 - 2:15 pm Afternoon Refreshment Break
2:10 pm Bose® QC®35 II Wireless Headphones Raffle*
*Apple® and Bose® are not sponsors or participants of this program. Sponsors and exhibitors not eligible. Must use Scavenger Hunt Game Card to enter raffle during dedicated hours only. Must be present to win!