The BioIndustry Association (BIA) is the UK trade association for innovative bioscience enterprises. BIA members include emerging and more established bioscience companies, pharmaceutical companies, academic research and philanthropic organisations, and service providers to the UK bioscience sector. They are responsible for over ninety percent of biotechnology-derived medicines currently in clinical development in the UK and are at the forefront of innovative scientific developments targeting areas of unmet medical need.
The BIA pushes for progress in UK bioscience on every front. Their mission is to position the UK as a global bioscience hub and the best location for innovative research and commercialisation, enabling the UK’s world-leading research base to deliver healthcare solutions that can truly make a difference to people’s lives.
We are delighted to report that The BioIndustry Association (BIA)
have referred
7
volunteers to us
and that
5
of these volunteers have already accepted invitations from educators to meet with students.
Together Founders4Schools and The BioIndustry Association (BIA) have facilitated
1,800
student-employer encounters, with educators having brought
business leaders into contact with
1,800
students so they are better prepared for the world of work.
Below you can see a map of the schools these educators are employed by.
Educators
Click below to invite leaders of local businesses that are available to inspire your students.
Volunteers
Click here if you wish to share your career experiences with students in schools.
Volunteer to speak