BioPharmaChem Skillnet

BioPharmaChem Skillnet is proud to be one of Skillnet Ireland's 70 Business Networks. The launch of the 2023 annual report shows that 26,626 businesses received upskilling programmes amounting to 97,776 workers receiving training and demonstrating a high level of buy-in from businesses to develop their teams in partnership with Skillnet Ireland Business Networks and Initiatives. The report highlights the demand for industry-led upskilling which we continuously provide for companies in the BioPharmaChem Sector. This year, Skillnet Ireland is celebrating 25 years of building competitiveness through skills in Ireland. Download the report https://lnkd.in/eDdaBd4D  Read the news story and watch the video https://lnkd.in/erntQDwx  #BuildingCompetitiveness #Upskilling #SkillnetBusinessNetworks Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science 

Speaking at a panel discussion about The Importance and Future of the (bio)Pharmachemical Industry in Ireland at #EuCheMS 2024 Congress, Tracey Donnery, Director of Policy & Communications, Skillnet Ireland, highlighted the important role of industry collaboration in developing the skills needed for the future of the biopharma/medtech sector. "Skillnet Ireland is dedicated to supporting the growth and sustainability of Irish businesses through targeted talent development. By working closely with industry leaders, we are driving innovation and ensuring that our workforce is equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow".   Four or our 70 Skillnet Business Networks are dedicated to supporting skills development for this sector, BioPharmaChem Skillnet, Connected Health Skillnet, ICBE Advanced Productivity Skillnet, Irish Medtech Skillnet , and First Polymer Training Skillnet. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dW9UHNjE   Professor Damien Thompson, Director, SSPC, SFI Research Centre for Pharmaceuticals | Dr Sinead Keogh, Director of BioPharmaChem Ireland | Dr Tom O’Ceallaigh, Director Research Development Chemistry, MSD Ballydine | Pat Guiry, ICI President

🌟 Exciting Day at the 9th EuChemS Chemistry Congress (ECC9) in Dublin! 🌟 Today, BioPharmaChem Skillnet had the incredible opportunity to be a part of the Industry Day during the ECC9 at The Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD). It was an enlightening experience, listening to industry leaders discuss the latest trends and innovations in chemical research and development. The day started with a warm welcome, followed by a series of inspiring sessions: 🧠 Entering the Cognitive Era: Mark Kelly from AI Ireland highlighted AI's revolutionary impact on the PharmaChemical industry and healthcare, opening our eyes to the future possibilities. 🌱 Innovating for a Greener Future: Kevin Maloney from Merck showcased the development of biocatalytic processes for sustainable API manufacturing, emphasising the importance of eco-friendly practices in our industry. In the afternoon, we explored real-world collaborations between academia and industry through compelling case studies: 🔬 Improving Key Steps in Palladium Catalysis: Professor Pat Guiry from University College Dublin, in collaboration with Eli Lilly and Company UK & Ireland, presented significant advancements in API synthesis. 🌍 Farm Zero C: Dr. Cian White from BiOrbic, Bioeconomy SFI Research Centre, Trinity College Dublin, shared insights on the collaborative project with Carbery Farms, highlighting sustainable agricultural practices. 🩺 Selio Medical SSPC Industry Collaboration: Dr. Sally Ryan from Selio Medical detailed the innovative partnership, showcasing the power of collaborative research. The day concluded with an insightful panel discussion on the future of the (Bio)PharmaChemical industry in Ireland. Hearing from experts like Dr. Sinead Keogh,Director of BioPharmaChem Ireland, Professor Damien Thompson, SSPC, SFI Research Centre for Pharmaceuticals Tracey Donnery, Director of Policy & Communications, Skillnet Ireland and Dr. Daniel Egan,Director of Commercialization Development & Supply, MSD Ireland Ballydine was truly inspiring. A huge thank you to all the speakers and organisers for such a knowledge-rich event. Excited to bring these insights back to BioPharmaChem Skillnet and contribute to our continuous growth and innovation. Siobhán Dean Matt Moran Susan Costello Iva Peradenic #ECC9 #BioPharmaChem #IndustryDay #ChemicalResearch #Innovation #AI #Sustainability #Collaboration #FutureOfPharma

Thanks for having us today Business Platforms ! We were delighted to show our VR initiatives to the team. Looking forward to more collaborations like these. Skillnet Ireland BioPharmaChem Ireland BioPharmaChem Skillnet Susan Costello

Today BioPharmaChem Skillnet was glad to meet the team at Business Platforms to show our Virtual Reality initiatives. It was an experience full of excitement, learning, fun and laughter. Thanks Lucy Crowley for having us this afternoon. Check out our VR programmes here- https://lnkd.in/gK5Sbtch Follow us for more updates. Evan Murphy Rebecca Healy Darragh McNamara Yvonne Abernethy Cian O'Brien Tadhg Shanahan Bryan Brown Seán Cotter Jamie Cole Skillnet Ireland BioPharmaChem Ireland Susan Costello Brendan Kellett Iva Peradenic Rashika Saxena #virtualreality #VR #biopharma #learning #development #Learninganddevelopment

BioPharmaChem Skillnet was delighted to attend the insightful event "Ireland's Leadership in Advancing AI and Digitalisation in the Life Sciences Industry" hosted by the School of Chemical and BioPharmaceutical Sciences at Technological University Dublin on June 20th. The event was a remarkable opportunity to engage with academics, industry experts, and expert leaders in discussing the critical regulatory challenges, case studies, and technical solutions associated with AI and digitalisation in the life sciences sector. We had the privilege to hear the valuable insights of all the keynote speakers and panelists including- Dr. Marcus O'Mahony, Senior Research Fellow, PMTC UL, Patrick T.O'Sullivan,Director and Head of Life Science Data Analytics & AI, EY , Michael Schofield, MD, IRLCA Life Sciences, Micheal Quealy, Associate Director, Manufacturing Automation, MSD Dunboyne, Donncadh Nagle, CQV Lead, Jacobs Engineering, and Assistant Lecturer, TU Dublin, Dr. Steven Davy, Research Centre Manager, Centre for Sustainable Digital Technologies, TU Dublin,Peter Gordon, Digital innovation and Technology Lead, VEQTOR, Professor Kevin O’Donnell, Market Compliance Manager, HPRA & ICH Q9(R1) Rapporteur, Damon Warnock, Director, PMTC, Paul Bassett, Senior Process Engineer (R&D Data Integration), Novo Nordisk, Margot Holland, Digital and Technology Site Lead, The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson. A heartfelt thank you to the event organizers and planning committee, including Dr. Adrienne Fleming, Paul Clarke , Eoin Reidy, Deirdre Tobin, Valerie Mulholland, and Professor Anne Greene, for their hard work in making this event a success. At BioPharmaChem Skillnet, we are excited to implement the insights gained from this event to further our initiatives in AI and digitalisation, driving innovation and efficiency within the life sciences industry. #AI #Digitalisation #LifeSciences #BioPharmaChemSkillnet #Innovation #FutureOfWork Susan Costello Iva Peradenic Rashika Saxena

We were thrilled to attend the Future Talent Forum 2024: "Generative AI: Shaping the Workforce, Hype vs Reality" at Technological University Dublin on June 20th. The event was a fantastic opportunity to explore the critical approaches and emerging skills that are essential for current and future workforces to adapt and thrive in the age of AI. We had the pleasure of hearing insightful presentations from esteemed speakers and Panelists Richard Jones, Principal Enterprise Technologist, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Vicky Twomey-Lee, Diversity in Tech Advocate and Co-Founder of Coding Grace, Dr. Robert Ross, Senior Lecturer in TU Dublin Computer Science, Hugh McCabe, Lecturer at the School of Media, TU Dublin, Gemma Dunn, Skills & Capabilities Project Manager, Intel Corporation, Seamus McGrath,Public Sector Lead, IBM, Paula Kearney, Site Learning Lead, Takeda, Damian T. Gordon, Lecturer, TU Dublin Computer Science, Dr. Dee Duffy, Ph.D., Senior Engagement Manager at TU Dublin Enterprise Academy, Kesiena Mercy Ebenade, Ph.D, Fellow LDI ,Capability Manager, L&D at BT Sourced, Peter Blennerhassett, CEO & Co-Founder of Blynksolve, Dympna O'Sullivan, Academic Lead, TU Dublin Research and Innovation Digital Futures Research Hub, Ann Masterson, Head of HRM Discipline, TU Dublin School of Management, People and Organisations The discussions provided invaluable insights into practical approaches and innovative solutions for L&D professionals to adapt and thrive in the age of AI, including upskilling and reskilling initiatives. We are excited to apply these insights to our initiatives at BioPharmaChem Skillnet, enhancing employee capabilities, promoting career growth, and adapting to evolving industry requirements. A big thank you to TU Dublin Enterprise Academy for hosting such an impactful event and to all the speakers and panelists for their contributions! #FutureTalentForum #AI #L&D #WorkforceDevelopment #machinelearning #BioPharmaChemSkillnet #Innovation Susan Costello Iva Peradenic Rashika Saxena

Nexus Human are delighted to be delivering a 1-day course on behalf of the BioPharmaChem Skillnet on the 13th of June. Reach out to myself or Iva Peradenic for more details. BioPharmaChem Skillnet supports the biopharma-chemical sector. The network was established in 2006 and provides industry specific technical training to small and large companies in the sector, using first class training providers. BioPharmaChem Skillnet is a state funded support body dedicated to the promotion and facilitation of training and upskilling as key elements in sustaining Ireland's national competitiveness. Nexus Human, established over 20 years ago, stands as a pillar of excellence in the realm of IT and Business Skills Training and education in the UK, Ireland and in locations across the globe. For over two decades, Nexus Human has been a steadfast source of reliable and high-quality training solutions, catering to a diverse range of professional and educational needs. With a strong reputation in the Training Industry, Nexus Human has consistently demonstrated its commitment to equipping individuals and organisations with the skills and knowledge required to thrive in today's dynamic world. Our training programs span a wide spectrum, encompassing IT certifications, business skills, and much more. Upon completion of this SharePoint Site User course, you will discover the many features of SharePoint online and improve your ability to work collaboratively by easily sharing, accessing, editing, and saving information. SharePoint is a complex platform with many features and capabilities. A strong understanding of those features and capabilities will allow you to work more efficiently and effectively with SharePoint online, and with the documents and data stored in SharePoint. Furthermore, effective use of the Modern UI and Office 365™ integrations will streamline tasks and facilitate collaboration with colleagues in other Office 365 and third-party apps. If your company has a current membership with the skillnet. Please visit the BPC Skillnet website to view more information or to book the last remaining seats on the course; https://lnkd.in/g-hPHuTB #microsoftsharepoint #ittraining #pharma #biochem #Microsoft365

We are delighted by the success of the BioPharmaChem Impact 24 conference held at Fota Island Resort on May 23, 2024. The event was a fantastic opportunity to engage with industry leaders, experts, and innovators, and we were thrilled to contribute to the discussions shaping the future of the biopharma and chemical industries. We would like to thank all the panelists and speakers for the event- Michael McGrath TD, Brian Killen, Paul Duffy, Eamon Judge , Dr. Sinead Keogh , Aine Brassill, Dana Daneshvari , Joyce Fitzharris, Rory Mullen , Amy Brennan, Conor Delaney, Aoife Allen FCA , Brian Hanly , Danny McCoy ,Mark Barrett. Also, As one of the silver sponsors, We would like to extend our gratitude to other sponsors- CAMIDA, KPMG , Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS), IDA Ireland, Innopharma Education, Kuehne Nagel, Laboratory Apprenticeship , Micro-Bio, PMTC , PwC. Without the contribution of you all the event would not be possible. Skillnet Ireland, BioPharmaChem Ireland ,Siobhán Dean , Karina C. Sharon Higgins , Claire Daly , Susan Costello, Brendan Kellett ,Iva Peradenic , Rashika Saxena #biopharmachemimpact24 #innovation #pharma #sustainability #digitaltransformation

At Ibec's BioPharmaChem Ireland, we were delighted to host over 200 leaders at our inaugural BioPharmaChem Impact 24 Conference, AGM and Dinner last week. A huge thank you to all our speakers, sponsors and delegates for taking the time to come together as a community and for the incredible feedback. Uniting at BioPharmaChem Impact ignites innovation, fosters collaboration, and drives progress —together, we shape the future of healthcare. #Collaboration #Innovation 🏆At BioPharmaChem Impact 24, the BioPharmaChem Ireland Board were especially honoured to bestow Eamon Judge, former Executive Director of Eli Lilly and Company, with an award for his Outstanding Contribution to the BioPharmaChem sector in Ireland. ✨ With a 43-year legacy, Eamon's leadership and vision have transformed the biopharma sector, fostering innovation and collaboration. Eamon’s dedication inspires us all to strive for excellence and make a meaningful impact. Congratulations, Eamon! 👏 👏 #Inspiration #Leadership #Biopharma #Excellence Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eUMXxubj Other highlighted across the day included: 💊 A full conference programme with 20 experts covering global trends, the twin-transition, talent, competitiveness and so much more. 💊Formal launch of BPCI Priorities for Government with Michael McGrath, T.D, Minister for Finance. Read more here https://lnkd.in/eNzmW7zM 💊Networking breaks/lunches in our exhibition area 💊BPCI AGM to learn more about BPCI strategic programmes and how to engage. 💊Networking Dinner including fire-side chat with Eamon Judge and Brian Killen, MSD, BPCI Chair 💊Post dinner entertainment with Sephira, the Irish Rock Violinists. Huge thank you to all our sponsors. Gold Sponsors, CAMIDA and KPMG and Silver Sponsors: BioPharmaChem Skillnet, Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS), IDA Ireland, Innopharma Education, Kuehne Nagel, Laboratory Apprenticeship , Micro-Bio, PMTC, PwC. Siobhán Dean, Karina C. Sharon Higgins #Thankyou #partnership #collaboration #award