The Industrial Advisory Board composed of scientific and business leaders from major biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies guides the MBP in academic and administrative matters. In the academic program, the Board contributes to:
Enhancing curricula to reflect contemporary business and society biotechnology needs
Fostering links with the biotechnology community
Ensuring curriculum excellence through outcomes assessment
Identifying training needs in research
In the administration realm, the Board advises on:
Strategies for student recruitment
Methods for marketing the MBP
Tactics for student placement
Plans for expanded educational activities
The annual meeting of the Board at Northwestern University serves as the main forum for program review and deliberation. Communications between the MBP and Board members provide additional input throughtout the year.
Industrial Advisory Board Members
David Amrani, Ph.D., FAHA
Senior Director
Regenerative Medicine - Stem Cells - Head, R&D
