| Brent Dulaney, a junior at IU Indianapolis, has parlayed his early interest in biomedical sciences into a health science degree program at IU Indianapolis and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation. Read more about his journey here. |
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A master’s student at the IU Luddy School of Informatics and Computing, where she studies human-computer interaction, is taking her skills to the 16 Tech Innovation District to help position downtown Indy as an ecosystem of innovation. Learn how her role will impact many of Indiana’s advanced industries.
In this episode of See Yourself IN, host Casey Harrison talks with Gabby Seal about the diverse opportunities in Indiana’s advanced industries, specifically the life sciences sector. Gabby shares her journey from a pre-med student at Indiana University to becoming an MSAT engineer at INCOG BioPharma Services. They dive into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on her career path, the importance of networking, and advice for others navigating similar career journeys. Gabby also highlights the significance of aligning personal values with company values and maintaining hobbies for work-life balance.
Career Pivoting: Gabby Seal discusses her transition from pre-med to a career in the life sciences, highlighting the importance of being adaptable and exploring different pathways within the industry.
Impact of COVID-19: The pandemic played a crucial role in shaping Gabby’s career, as she contributed to the manufacturing of COVID-19 vaccines at Catalent, underscoring the significance of Indiana’s role in global health.
Networking: Gabby emphasizes the value of networking and reaching out to professionals on platforms like LinkedIn, which helped her secure her position at INCOG BioPharma Services.
Company Culture: Researching and ensuring that a company’s core values align with one’s own is vital for job satisfaction and professional growth.
Work-Life Balance: Maintaining hobbies and interests outside of work can lead to unexpected networking opportunities and help sustain a healthy work-life balance.
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Biobanks are a critical piece of medical research because they store samples of human biological materials like blood, saliva, or tissue that can help with the development of medicines and pharmaceuticals. Learn why Alexia Belmontes, a biobank technician, likes her job and what she does at Indianapolis-based Azenta Life Sciences.