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BIO Announces Boston Keynoter, to Celebrate 25 Years of Innovation; SC Delegation Attending

The BIO International Convention, the world’s premier life sciences event, will return to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center June 4-7, to celebrate 25 years of advocacy and innovation. The 2018 event is expected to attract more than 16,000 attendees and 1,800 exhibitors from 74 countries – including an SCbio-led delegation of 20+ from South Carolina –all who will be welcomed in a special, keynote address by ABC’s Robin Roberts.  Read on for full details…

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Tamia Sumpter

Tamia is a driven senior undergraduate Bioengineering student currently enrolled at Clemson University. With a strong foundation in her field, she has honed her skills through hands-on experience in research and development at Eli Lilly & Company. During her time in the ADME department, Tamia contributed significantly by working on siRNAs and their applications in finding In Vitro-In Vivo Correlation (IVIVC). Looking ahead, Tamia has set her sights on a promising career in law. She aspires to specialize in Intellectual Property Law, with a particular focus on serving as in-house counsel for leading medical device or pharmaceutical companies. Her enthusiasm for this role is palpable as she prepares to embark on her legal journey! She is also a proud member of the Omicron Phi chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., PEER Mentor for Clemson PEER/WiSE, and currently serves as the President of Clemson Bioengineering Organization (CBO). With her unique blend of scientific knowledge and legal interests, Tamia is poised to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare and life sciences industries.