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Yash Jani

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3rd+

Senior Engineer at DocuSign | Java and AI Aficionado | Published Author

Hemai Parthasarathy

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3rd+

I led the Rapid Evaluation team at X (fka Google X), the Moonshot Factory, which probed the horizons of scientific and engineering excellence to create new technologies and solve big problems. Previously, I was Scientific Director of The Thiel Foundation, where we created Breakout Labs, a philanthropic program to support bold scientist-entrepreneurs. I was responsible for establishing the scientific priorities of the program, evaluating submitted proposals, and advising our 50 portfolio companies. I was also CSO and Founding Partner in Breakout Ventures, which backs deep-technology companies at the intersections of technology, biology, materials, and energy. I was a member of the Board of Directors of Phylagen and a Board Observer for several Breakout portfolio companies including Twelve (fka Opus 12), Epibone, Calwave, C2Sense, Curie Co, and Napigen. Earlier in my career, I specialized in scientific publishing and communications, first as North American Editor for Nature, where I oversaw the Washington, DC bureau and evaluated research articles for publication, with a focus on neuroscience. Later, as a founding editor of PLOS and Managing Editor of PLOS Biology, I led an international team that selected and published outstanding research articles and magazine content across all areas of the biological sciences. I served on the Publications and Ethics Committees for the Society for Neuroscience, the NIH PubMed Central Advisory Committee and on the Journal of Emerging Investigator's Board of Directors. Both as VP of Scientific Communiations at Ogilvy (FKH) and independently, I have consulted for clients ranging from academic institutions to biotechnology companies, helping them to identify and communicate the strengths of their innovative research and development programs. I have published many articles and editorials about science and the scientific process. I have also led seminars on scientific communication and was a TEDMED speaker. I currently serve on the Maxterial Board of Directors, the Activate Leadership Council, the Moore Inventor Fellows advisory panel, the E11 Bio Scientific Advisory Board and the Digital Science Advisory Board. I have a Ph.D. in Brain and Cognitive Sciences from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a B.A. in Biophysics and Russian from The Johns Hopkins University.

Jen Laloup

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3rd+

Jen Laloup is the CEO of Mobile Growth Association (MGA), a global organization committed to helping professionals and businesses unlock the full potential of mobile technology. As mobile has become central to all of our lives, MGA is focused on equipping its community with the tools and knowledge they need to drive performance, grow their apps, scale their businesses, and advance their careers. Under Jen’s leadership, MGA offers a comprehensive platform for learning, connecting, and thriving in a mobile-first world. From app growth and user acquisition to retention strategies and industry insights, MGA empowers its global community to navigate the complexities of the mobile ecosystem and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving marketplace. Recognizing that mobile is not just a tool but the very foundation of modern life, Jen has also spearheaded MGA’s focus on emerging technologies such as Web3, Blockchain, AI, and more. She emphasizes that mobile is the intersection of these transformative innovations, creating opportunities for businesses and professionals to leverage both present and future trends. With a rich background in publishing, media, and organizational leadership, Jen brings a wealth of experience in scaling organizations and driving performance. Her mission is to help members not only grow their apps and businesses but also to foster personal and professional development in an increasingly mobile-centric world. Interested in partnering with MGA? Jen is passionate about building meaningful partnerships with companies that share this vision. Through sponsorship opportunities, corporate memberships, and more, there are countless ways to collaborate. Connect directly with Jen to explore opportunities to align with MGA and drive mutual growth.

Elizabeth Silva

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I am a trained biomedical research scientist with interests and experience in science policy, particularly relating to publication and research ethics, reproducibility of research, and training of biomedical graduate students and postdocs. I trained as a developmental biologist and geneticist in Canada, the UK and the US, working on a variety of biological problems using Drosophila as a model system. In 2011 I moved to PLOS, which seeks to make research findings and knowledge available more quickly, and to more people, for the benefit of scientific advancement. There I had the opportunity to work on and lead a variety of projects related to experimental publishing platforms; addressing issues in research and publication ethics; developing and implementing policies related to publication criteria; responsible reporting and reproducibility in research. I returned to UCSF in 2014 where I managed the Motivating INformed Decisions (MIND) program, one of 17 experimental programs across the country that aimed to bring biomedical research training in line with the realities of the career outcomes for graduate students and postdocs. In this role I worked to develop new tools and resources for graduate students and postdocs, I worked with faculty to understand their concerns and worked to improve the support they receive as mentors, and collaborated with other recipients of the Broadening Experiences in Scientific Training award to inform NIH policy in biomedical training. In 2016 I became the Associate Dean of Graduate Programs in UCSF's Graduate Division. I've served as a panelist and speaker on a variety of topics in science policy, including: reproducibility in research, ethical conduct in research and publishing, research communication and publishing for scientists, career exploration and professional development for PhDs, and issues related to the roles of PhD trainees in the biomedical workforce and in academia.

Simon Liu

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3rd+

Recruiting at Lambda (via Talentful)

David Fondanarosa

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3rd+

Senior Talent Acquisition Professional

Gopinath Sivalingam

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3rd+

Data, Security & Governance - Strategic Programs Specialist

Christopher Pearson

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3rd+

Driving Agile Transformation as Digital Delivery Manager at PLOS

Jenna Quinto, Ph.D.

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I am a science communications professional with an interdisciplinary background that bridges technical and editorial expertise. I have extensive experience critically evaluating scientific and medical research, and I enjoy working collaboratively with researchers to strengthen the scientific content and presentation of their work.

Chloe Medosch

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