Calling women in science!

Women are well represented in academia and are driving groundbreaking discoveries across various fields. However, making your research really impact the society may require a spin-out. And most of the academic spin-out companies are founded by male teams. Why is this? 

We welcome female scientists and students to “Future Female Founders?” event to debunk myths about entrepreneurship and an academic career, and to help connect female researchers with like-minded entrepreneurs.

There should be no barriers to spinning-out your innovations. Join us to find out the best model for you!

“It’s possible to combine an academic career, family, and make an impact with spin-outs.”

Milla Koistinaho,
Partner, Innovestor Life Science.

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Come, be inspired and network with other amazing female talents

9th of December 2024, 15:00-17:30
Location: TBD

Keynote speakers

Sabrina Maniscalco

Professor, University of Helsinki, Co-founder and CEO Algorithmiq Ltd

Sabrina Maniscalco is CEO and co-founder of Algorithmiq Ltd, a startup focusing on quantum algorithms and software, a Professor of Quantum Information and Logic at the University of Helsinki, and an Adjunct Professor at Aalto University, Finland. She is the Vice Director of the Finnish Centre of Excellence for Quantum Technologies and serves in the scientific advisory board of several international institutions, such as the Institute for Quantum Optics and Quantum Information (Austria) and the Quantum Technology initiative at CERN.
Sabrina Maniscalco has been working for over twenty years on quantum science and technology, her specific field of expertise being the effects of noise and errors on quantum devices. She has published over 250 scientific publications on quantum science and technologies in international refereed journals, receiving over 10 000 citations. She has coordinated several international and interdisciplinary projects and is recognised as one of the leading experts in Quantum Technologies.
She presently works primarily at Algorithmiq, leading her team in the ambitious mission of redefining healthcare and life sciences by combining quantum computing, complex network approaches, and AI.

Tamara Alagirova

CEO, Co-founder at MONCYTE Health

Tamara Alagirova is the CEO and co-founder of MONCYTE Health, a pioneering diagnostics startup providing quantitative insight into the biological processes that give rise to high blood cholesterol and how they differ in individuals. This novel data can be used both in clinical setting for precision medicine applications and enable novel readouts for pharmaceutical companies developing lipid-lowering treatments.

With over 15 years of international business experience in the health technology sector, Tamara is a driven innovator who specializes in bringing innovative solutions and therapies for patients in need.

She is a business mentor and advisor for various organization such as SPARK Finland, a Stanford originated program, to advance academic biomedical research discoveries into promising new treatments for patients.
Having a strong background in Pharma, surgical implants, medical devices and diagnostics, she is fluent in seven languages and has lived in several countries managing cross-functional teams in commercialization and launch of healthcare innovations. Her ultimate goal is to lead MONCYTE Health into the future as the new leader in cardiovascular diagnostics and positively impact the health of people worldwide.

Piia Maaranen

Partner, Innovestor Venture Capital

Piia is a seasoned operator turned VC who excels in partnering with visionary founders to build exceptional companies. Driven by empathy, purpose, and strategic thinking, she believes that businesses with a strong mission and diverse teams achieve outstanding results.

Former Tech CEO and CEO/Co-Owner of Avanto Ventures, Piia has overseen successful exits including Moi Mobile (acquired by DNA) and AI-chatbot GetJenny (acquired by LeadDesk). She has advised e.g Taimer (acquired by Heeros) and Vapaus Bikes. As a founder of Loop and the Circular Economy Accelerator, and Chairman during Anton & Anton’s pivotal transformation, Piia is committed to impactful ventures.

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Official program

15:00 - Welcoming Words 15:10 - Keynote: Sabrina Maniscalco - Professor, University of Helsinki, Co-founder and CEO Algorithmiq Ltd 15:25 - Keynote: Tamara Alagirova - CEO, co-founder at MONCYTE Health 15:40 - Keynote: Piia Maaranen - Partner, Innovestor Venture Capital  16.00 - Investor Panel: Miia Kaye (Investment Director, Tesi), Pauliina Martikainen (Partner, Maki.vc) and Sara Kangaspeska (Investment Director, Innovestor Life Science). 16.30 - Networking & drinks »

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