What we’re about
Welcome to the Bay Area AI in Biotech & Pharma Meetup – a community for professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts exploring the impact of AI in life sciences!
We bring together experts and newcomers alike to discuss cutting-edge applications of AI in drug discovery, genomics, and medical devices. Whether you're a data scientist, biotech entrepreneur, pharma researcher, or just curious about AI’s role in healthcare, this is the place to connect and grow.
What We Do:
✅ Networking Events – Meet like-minded professionals and expand your connections
✅ Expert Talks & Panels – Hear from industry leaders and AI pioneers
✅ Resource Sharing – Stay updated on trends, tools, and best practices
Our meetups will rotate across different locations in the Bay Area to keep things fresh and accessible.
Community Guidelines:
🚫 No abuse, harassment, rude behavior, or spamming
📢 Keep discussions professional and insightful
🙌 Everyone is welcome—let’s build an inclusive and engaging space!
Join us and be part of the future of AI in Biotech & Pharma!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Innovations in ddPCR and Genomic Analytics (S1E3)Persistent Systems, Inc, Santa Clara, CA
Join us for the next EPPIC Meetup, where we explore the convergence of molecular diagnostics and AI-driven data platforms shaping the future of precision medicine. This event will spotlight two transformative applications: one in droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) and the other in multimodal data analysis for generative AI applications.
Whether you're a molecular biologist, data scientist, or healthcare innovator, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired.***
## 1. Molecular Precision Meets Machine Intelligence: The Future of ddPCR
Speaker: Dr. Séverine Margeridon, PhD, PMP
Title: Associate Director, Assay Development, Molecular Diagnostics
Organization: Bio-Rad Laboratories
Dr. Margeridon will delve into the integration of droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) with machine intelligence to enhance molecular diagnostics. She will discuss recent advancements in high-multiplex methylation-sensitive ddPCR assays, particularly for non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT). These innovations aim to improve the accuracy and efficiency of fetal fraction estimation in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) samples, offering a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional methods.### 2. PrimateAI-3D - Primate Genome Aggregation Database
Speaker: Hong Gao, PhD
Title: Associate Principal Bioinformatics Scientist
Organization: Illumina
Dr. Gao will talk about the Primate Genome Aggregation Database, a publicly available resource cataloguing ~4.3 million common missense variants across 233 non‑human primate species—over 50× the size of ClinVar’s benign variant set. These primate-derived variants are confirmed benign in >99% of human cases, providing a powerful filter to distinguish neutral from pathogenic human missense mutations. By integrating this database into PrimateAI‑3D, Illumina’s team enabled a 73% increase in gene–phenotype associations in UK Biobank rare-variant analyses***
## Agenda
5:00 – 6:00 PM: Check-in & Networking
6:00 – 7:30 PM: Welcome, Presentations & Q&A
7:30 – 8:30 PM: Continued Networking
Light refreshments will be provided.***
## Venue
Location: Persistent Systems Inc
Address: 2055 Laurelwood Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95054***
## Who Should Attend?
- Bioinformaticians
- Computational biologists
- Data scientists in biopharma and healthcare
- Healthcare professionals and technologists interested in AI/ML applications
If you're excited about how machine learning and data platforms are transforming healthcare and research, you won’t want to miss this.
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Acknowledgment:
Special thanks to Persistent Systems for generously sponsoring this event and providing their venue, reflecting their commitment to innovation and community engagement.***
About Our Sponsor:
Persistent Systems (BSE & NSE: PERSISTENT) is a global leader in digital engineering and enterprise modernization services, offering expertise across AI-enabled software engineering, product development, data analytics, cloud computing, CX transformation, and intelligent automation. With a commitment to sustainability, Persistent is carbon neutral and included in major global indices, demonstrating a robust commitment to responsible business practices and innovation. Learn more at www.persistent.com.***
## Want to Get Involved?
- Have an AI/ML use case or product to showcase?
- Interested in sponsoring, hosting, or helping organize future meetups?
- Just love geeking out about AI in healthcare?
We'd love to hear from you! Reach out at admin@eppicglobal.org.
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## About EPPIC Global
EPPIC Global is a cross-disciplinary network bringing together healthcare professionals, scientists, technologists, and entrepreneurs. From early discovery to clinical application, our community is united by a shared mission: driving innovation to create better healthcare outcomes.
We organize events, mentorship programs, and our flagship EPPICon conference—helping bridge the worlds of technology and medicine through connection, collaboration, and visionary thinking.
