Join us at the Women in Life Sciences event on September 17, 2025, where we address the Gender Health Gap and the importance of female leadership in the life sciences sector. This exclusive event fosters insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and actionable strategies for driving diversity, equity, and innovation in healthcare and beyond.
Registration: Register for free with the prio code women-ilmac25
Website: https://365.ilmac.ch/event/ilmac-basel-2025/webview/RXZlbnRWaWV3XzEwNjkxNTM=
Program:
16:30 Welcome and Intro
Céline Futterknecht, Ilmac & Karin Sartorius, Aleris Partners GmbH
16:40 «Closing the Gender Health Gap: Unlocking Women’s Brain Capital with Sex- and Gender-Specific Precision Medicine»
Dr. Antonella Santuccione Chadha, WBP CEO & Co-Founder, Women’s Brain Foundation, Switzerland
17:00 «Engineering the Future of Health: Generative AI, Biotech, and Women Leading the Way»
Anvita Gupta, CEO de AiNovo Biotech, USA
17:15 Panel Discussions
Prof. Dr. Hanns-Christian Mahler, CEO of ten23, Shayesteh Fürst-Ladani, CEO of Luminance Health, Dr. Marija Plodinec, CEO Artidis
17:45 Meet the Experts
1. Network & Empowerment: Empowerment, visibility, and building strong networks
2. Career Support: Sponsoring & mentoring programs that create real career impact
3. HR Experts: Career transitions: From academia to industry – challenges and opportunities
4. Sector Experts: Leadership insights from R&D, Regulatory and Clinical Affairs (CA/RA) and Quality Assurance
5.Financial Expert: Financial independence, career planning & pensions for women in science
18:15 Closing Remarks and Outlook
Karin Sartorius, Aleris Partners GmbH
18:30 Networking Apéro
Offered by the Swiss Women in Chemistry Network of the Swiss Chemical Society (SCS)
20:00 Door closing
Context
Women play a pivotal role in shaping the future of life sciences, yet they continue to face significant barriers, including the Gender Health Gap and a lack of representation in leadership positions. These challenges not only limit professional growth but also have profound implications for healthcare innovation, research, and patient outcomes. Addressing these systemic issues requires a commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels of the industry.
This event is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights, build meaningful connections, and explore actionable strategies that will drive real change. Whether you are an established professional, an aspiring leader, or an advocate for equity in healthcare, your voice and participation matter. Let’s come together to close the Gender Health Gap, support women in leadership, and push for lasting transformation in life sciences.
David Spichiger, SCS
30.07.2025