2025 SAPA Science and Careers Symposium
About
The Sino-American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association (SAPA) invites you to attend the annual Science & Careers Symposium, to be held on April 12th, 2025 at Rutgers University.​ The full agenda and speaker lineup have now been released. The symposium will bring together leading experts from industry and academia, along with accomplished entrepreneurs, to explore cutting-edge topics such as artificial intelligence, data science, and emerging technologies in drug development and the future of biopharma. Career development and industry trends will also be key areas of focus, supporting both scientific progress and professional growth. ​
Event Highlights
In addition to keynote talks and expert panels, the symposium will feature several interactive opportunities, including a Job Fair, 1:1 networking, and AI Workshop, and guidance on how to launch a startup and secure funding.
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📌 The on-site Job Fair will feature senior HR professionals from leading biopharma companies (sponsored by HR on Duty), offering real-time resume feedback, personalized career consultations, and smart job search strategies. It’s a rare opportunity to connect directly with recruiters, gain insights into industry hiring practices, and explore potential roles—no fluff, just actionable guidance. Walk in with questions, walk out with confidence.
👉 Companies interested in hosting a booth at the Job Fair are welcome to participate — please reach out to fundraising@sapaweb.org for more details.
📌 The AI Workshop is a hands-on coding session showcasing the latest agentic AI frameworks and real-world applications—featuring large language models, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and multi-agent systems. The afternoon will feature parallel breakout sessions covering a diverse range of trending topics, including Novel Drug Discovery Science, Career Development, Frontiers in Diabetes & Obesity Research (co-organized by Chinese American Diabetes Association), and more.
📌 The Entrepreneurship & Innovation Forum, co-hosted by the UPenn Global Technology Roundtable Alliance (GTRA), will feature Dr. Junyuan Wang, CEO of AnHeart Therapeutics, sharing his journey of founding and scaling a biotech startup—from fundraising and team building to clinical development, M&A, and navigating critical turning points. Also speaking is Yulai Weng, founder of AI robotics company Bestmow, who will discuss how students can turn an idea into action, engage with VCs, and build a full pipeline from tech to market. This engaging, content-rich session is designed to inspire and empower aspiring entrepreneurs!
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Join us for a day of insight, inspiration, and connection as we shape the future of science and careers together!​​
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Event Registration
Spots are limited — don’t miss out!
Online registration closes on April 9, and early bird registration ends on March 31.​​​​​
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Price for Registration :​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
SAPA member will enjoy additional discount
Registration Guidelines & Important Information: ​
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1. Deadlines:
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Early Bird Registration: March 31, 2025
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Regular Registration: April 9, 2025
2. AI Workshop Capacity: Limited to a maximum of 50 participants.
Requirement: minimal python coding experiences and attendee need to bring their own computer.
3. Workshop Ticket Policy:
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AI Workshop tickets must be purchased together with the main event ticket and cannot be purchased separately.
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Tickets are only available for online purchase before the booking deadline.
4. Member Discounts:
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Active SAPA members should log into their accounts to access discounted ticket prices.
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Not a member? We encourage you to join SAPA and enjoy exclusive benefits for a whole year, including event discounts:
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Student Membership: $20/year
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Regular Membership: $40/year
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Lifetime Membership: $300
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5. Refund Policy: All sales are final and non-refundable.
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Parking Information:
Free event parking is available in Lots A, B & C.Attendees must register their vehicles online before arriving onsite here:
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You must enter an email address to receive a confirmation. Vehicles that are not registered may be subject to ticketing and/or towing.Special Event parking does not include metered parking and does not grant free parking to Rutgers faculty, staff, or students.
Agenda
Speakers
Plenary Session
Parallel Sessions
Event Venue
Event Location: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 675 Hoes Lane West, Piscataway, NJ 08854
Session Location: Kindly refer to the directory map to identify your specific session.
SAPA Insights​
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Please watch the insightful quotes and career tips from past SAPA speakers—get a sneak peek into the energy and value of the upcoming Science & Careers Symposium!
Thank You to Our Valued Sponsors
Sponsorship
Explore sponsorship or cooperative opportunities with the upcoming SAPA event.
Please contact SAPA fundraising team: fundraising@sapaweb.org
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