The Momentum of Summer at MDIBL
Summer is here and never has June’s arrival brought such delight! At the beginning of June we welcomed 29 summer student fellows and the first round of what will be a total of 16 visiting scientists to campus. While every year our seasonal researchers bring an infusion of energy to MDIBL, this year in particular, we feel...
Continue ReadingFrom Debris to Art
Original artwork completed by eco-artist Mariah Reading during MDI Biological Laboratory’s From Debris to Art project, is now on display at the Maine Center for Biomedical Innovation. While the campus remains closed to the public for COVID-19 safety precautions, the exhibition can be viewed in a virtual gallery on our project website. As soon as...
Continue ReadingMDI Biological Laboratory President Kevin Strange, Ph.D., Speaks to Maine Startups Insider About Novo Biosciences
The following post is excerpted from a "Founder Forum" interview with Kevin Strange, Ph.D., about Novo Biosciences that originally appeared in the online publication, "Maine Startups Insider (MSI)."
Continue ReadingKevin Strange, Ph.D., Featured in Maine Magazine’s “50 Mainers” Issue
MDI Biological Laboratory President Kevin Strange, Ph.D., was featured in Maine magazine’s fifth annual “50 Mainers” issue, which highlights the careers of Mainers who are “leading by example.” The influential Mainers were recognized in the July issue for their “drive to do what’s best for their communities, no matter what the odds or expectations.” “They...
Continue Reading‘Bridging Disciplines’ Video
Isaiah Mansour, Sam Landry and other science and engineering undergraduates explore approaches to biomedical research using concepts and tools that promote collaboration across disciplines in the “Bridging Disciplines: Navigating Successful 21st Century Careers in Biomedical Science” course.
Continue ReadingVote ‘Yes’ on Maine Question 1 on June 13
MDI Biological Laboratory President Kevin S. Strange, Ph.D., addresses why it's important for voters to go to the polls June 13 to vote "Yes" on Maine Question 1, a ballot referendum for a $50 million bond that is critical to retaining the state’s college graduates and to modernizing Maine’s economy.
Continue ReadingEngaging Life Science Innovators and Entrepreneurs
This excerpt from the MDI Biological Laboratory's biannual news magazine, "Breaking Through," describes the role of the MDI Biological Laboratory's new Maine Center for Biomedical Innovation in promoting a thriving science and technology sector in Maine.
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