{"id":813,"date":"2024-12-23T17:15:44","date_gmt":"2024-12-23T17:15:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chitownbio.org\/?p=813"},"modified":"2025-08-13T17:16:56","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T17:16:56","slug":"eoy-2024-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chitownbio.org\/index.php\/2024\/12\/23\/eoy-2024-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"EOY 2024 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n2024 was amazing for ChiTownBio! Workshops, a new lab, and more\u2014see our highlights and what\u2019s coming in 2025. \ud83c\udf89 Join the journey!<\/span>\n\n
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2024 In Review<\/h1><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/td><\/tr>

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Dear ChiTownBiologists,<\/strong><\/p>


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The holiday season is here, and as we reflect on 2024, we are filled with gratitude for an incredible year of growth, community, and progress. Thanks to your patience, curiosity, and support, we\u2019re on the brink of officially opening our doors!<\/p>


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This Year In Review<\/h1><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/td><\/tr>


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\u2728\u00a0Expanding Community Connections<\/strong><\/p>

Our Biotech Fermenter series, in partnership with Chientist, continued to flourish, creating a vibrant hub for Chicago\u2019s biotech professionals to network, collaborate, and share ideas.<\/p>


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\u2728 Creative and Innovative Workshops<\/strong><\/p>

This year, we introduced hands-on workshops to spark creativity and exploration:<\/p>

  • \ud83c\udfa8 Painting with Bacteria: Participants created living art, exploring the beauty of microbial diversity and the intersection of art and science.<\/p><\/li>

  • \ud83c\udf31 Biomaterials Workshop: Attendees experimented with bioplastics and algae-based materials, imagining sustainable solutions to combat plastic pollution.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>


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\u2728 Securing Our New Home<\/strong>
We signed the lease for our very own lab space at 6634 N. Clark St. in Rogers Park! Setup is in full swing as we transform a typical storefront into a cutting-edge molecular biology lab.<\/p>


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\u2728 Hosting Events Across Chicago<\/strong><\/p>

From the South Loop to Fulton Market, Edgewater, Rogers Park, and Sauganash, we hosted workshops and events to inspire innovation and grow the ChiTownBio community.<\/p><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/td><\/tr>

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What\u2019s Next For 2025<\/h1><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/td><\/tr>

\ud83d\udd2c Upcoming Events<\/strong><\/p>

Mark your calendars! Our next Biotech Fermenter will be held at 1871 in the iconic Merchandise Mart. Stay tuned for the full 2025 event calendar, coming soon.<\/p><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/td><\/tr>

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\ud83d\udcac Join Our Discord Community<\/strong><\/p>

To make it easier for everyone to connect, we\u2019ve transitioned from Slack to Discord. Join us for lively discussions, updates on events, and an opportunity to engage with our growing community.<\/p><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/td><\/tr>

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Support ChiTownBio<\/h3>

As we prepare to open our lab, we need your help. Your donations will directly support the setup of our new space and help us bring cutting-edge biotech opportunities to the Chicago community. <\/p>


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Donate<\/strong>: Support our mission.<\/a><\/p>


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Contribute Supplies<\/strong>: Got spare lab equipment or materials? Email Us! <\/a><\/p>


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Share Your Ideas<\/strong>: Have a concept or project in mind? Let\u2019s talk!<\/a><\/p>


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Thank You and Happy Holidays<\/strong><\/p>

We couldn\u2019t have achieved any of this without you. From all of us at ChiTownBio, we wish you a joyful holiday season and look forward to seeing you in 2025 for another year of innovation and community building.<\/p>


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Dr. Andy Scarpelli<\/p>

President, ChiTownBio<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/td><\/tr>

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