September 26^th: Uta Schütz (-Helmrich) – Head Quality Assurance at Boehringer Ingelheim , in the Kollegienhaus - Regenzzimmer 111

October 17^th: Anna Marsano – Group Leader DBM, in the DBM seminar room

November 7^th: Ivan Marin – Group Leader and Head DBM, in the DBM seminar room

September 24th from 4 to 5 pm (Seminar Room, ZLF, 2nd floor, Hebelstrasse 20

Relief package 27:
The federal government wants to cut funding for science and research by roughly 450 Million CHF per year.
On October 1st, the National Action Day against Austerity takes place across universities and research institutes in Switzerland.
For more info on what is happening in Basel check the flyer attached or attend the info session by VPOD Mittelbau Unibas.

Organised by PhD reps from the Biozentrum, Pharmazentrum & with the support of the Biozentrum, University of Basel and the Innovation Office, University of Basel.

Roche CEO Interview & Panel with Leaders from Roche and McKinsey & Company

Join us on October 22 at 17:30 in the Maurice E. Müller Saal (Biozentrum) for an exclusive opportunity to learn from top voices in science, consultancy and industry leadership.

Part I: Executive Interview
"Decision-Making in Uncertain Times: How Leaders Drive Innovation and Change"
An in-depth conversation with Thomas Schinecker, CEO of Roche, on navigating ambiguity, making high-stakes decisions, and driving transformation.
→ Followed by Q&A

Part II: Panel Discussion
"Beyond the 'I': Collaborative Leadership in a Complex Biotech World"
A panel featuring leaders from Roche and McKinsey & Company on collaboration, leadership evolution, and career pivots.
→ Followed by Q&A

Confirmed Speakers:

• Thomas Schinecker, CEO, Roche
• Ralf Altenburger, SVP, Cell & Gene Therapy, Roche
• Lauriane Cabon, Group Leader, IHB, Roche
• Alberto Loche, Partner, Life Sciences Practice, McKinsey & Company

After the discussions, we warmly invite you to join us for an apéro and networking session. This will be a relaxed setting to continue conversations, exchange ideas, and connect with fellow students, researchers, and, of course, our speakers over drinks and snacks.

Location: Maurice E. Müller Saal, Biozentrum
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | 17:30 - 19:00 | Doors open 17:15