The Women in Science Lecture Series highlights the groundbreaking work and unique perspectives of women leaders in the biomedical sciences, while fostering mentorship and collaboration across the Torrey Pines Mesa.
- Lecture and Moderated Panel Discussion
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. - Networking Reception
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Join us for the launch of the second year of our Women in Science Lecture Series! Hear from three Sanford Burnham Prebys investigators whose innovative cancer research is funded by Curebound grants, plus special guest Robin Toft, CEO of Curebound, who will share insights from her leadership journey. Together they’ll discuss advancing discovery, fostering leadership, and strengthening pathways for women in biomedical research. This free event is open to anyone passionate about science, innovation, and the future of cancer research. Networking lunch to follow.
Susanne Heynen-Genel PhD
Staff Scientist
Center for Therapeutics Discovery
Director, High Content Imaging Platforms
Panel Discussion moderated by:
Jessica Proulx PhD
Postdoctoral Scholar
Adams Lab
Cancer Genome & Epigenetics Program
NCI-Designated Cancer Center
Kelly Kersten PhD
Xueqin (Sherine) Sun PhD
Susanne Heynen-Genel PhD
Robin Toft
Special Guest
- Chief Executive Officer
Curebound
Panel Discussion moderated by:
Jessica Proulx PhD
- Postdoctoral Scholar
Adams Lab
Cancer Genome & Epigenetics Program
NCI-Designated Cancer Center