The president of the CAB, Sebastian Bagóhighlighted that this event “It represents a catalyst for the Argentine biotechnology sector, not only because of the quality of the innovation presented here, but also because of its role in strengthening networks and opening new commercial opportunities.”
Furthermore, he stressed that “By adding international players, we promote sustained internationalization that promises to generate highly qualified jobs and consolidate a globally competitive knowledge economy.”
The CAB represents more than a hundred companies with a spirit of constant innovation, characterized by intensive Research and Development (R&D) activity in various areas such as human and animal health, agriculture, industry, energy and the environment.
According to the first Argentine Census of Bio and Nanotechnology Companies, In 2022, biotechnology companies generated sales of 3,752 million dollars and exports of 708 million dollars. This has a direct impact on the employment of qualified human resources: for the same year it is estimated that companies employed approximately 20,000 people, with a female employment rate of 36%.
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Who will participate in BioArgentina 2024
Among the featured panels is that of Biotech Startups“Sustainable innovations for the future”, a space designed to publicize initiatives that are creating biotechnological solutions with global impact. Within the universe of biotechnology companies, startups represent 43% of the firms in the country.
Furthermore, these recently created companies are characterized by having a high level of employment qualifications, greater R&D activity and a growing use of bioinformatics and data science in their production processes.
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This panel will feature the participation of innovators such as EriSea, Nunatak Biotech and UNIBAIOwho will share their vision and experiences in the development of technologies for a sustainable future.
“Through their flexibility, agility and ability to explore innovative niches, startups drive both job creation and the transition towards a sustainable and environmentally responsible economy”he indicated Graciela CicciaCAB Startup Coordinator.
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Another key moment will be the panel on “Challenges and opportunities in blue bioeconomy”, where the contributions of biotechnology will be addressed through international and national success stories, with the Spanish pharmaceutical company PharmaMar and Y-TECa technology-based company for the energy industry created by the CONICET and YPF.
In this regard, the president of the CAB stated: “Argentina is in a privileged position to lead in emerging sectors such as blue biotechnology, taking advantage of our marine resources to create sustainable and scalable solutions in health and food.”
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Meanwhile, the BioBusiness Rounds They are the perfect instance for investors, entrepreneurs and companies to find strategic partners, establish lasting ties and explore new opportunities for collaboration and investment in the biotechnology sector.
Innovation and expanding ecosystem
“The commitment of Argentine biotechnology companies to innovation has promoted numerous collaboration projects with CONICET, universities and other national and international startups,” the organizers highlighted.
Along these lines, they highlighted that “the collaborative spirit that overwhelms biotechnology companies is the engine that has led this sector to make a strong presence in the world, and it is also an example of how a group of emerging companies is promoting advances in food , agriculture, health and bioenergy”.
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BioArgentina 2024declared of “Tourist and Cultural Interest” within the framework of the 150th Anniversary of Mar del Platainvites those who want to be part of the development of a more sustainable future, improve the quality of life and position Argentina as a leader in biotechnology at a global level.
Source: Ambito
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