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Founded in 2017, the Oxford Biotech Society (OBT) is a student organisation that aims to inspire a new generation of biotech entrepreneurs by bringing leading scientists, investors, and innovators to the students of Oxford University.

 
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9 Years of Continued Engagement with the Biotechnology Sector

Fostering connections between members, alumni, and partner institutions.

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1300+

Student members this year

30+

Events held each year

18

Committee members bringing diverse expertise and leadership

30

Sponsor and partnering organisations supporting our programmes

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IGNITE

OBT’s flagship accelerator programme, IGNITE, empowers students to pitch early-stage biotech startup ideas and transform innovative concepts into practical solutions.

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Annual Symposium

Our Annual Symposium unites biotech enthusiasts from universities and industries nationwide, offering a unique platform for networking, collaboration, and industry insights.

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Consulting Challenge

The OBT Consulting Challenge connects students with companies across the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries - allowing them to develop transferable skills by undertaking team-based research projects based on real-world questions.

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Case Studies

Dive into real-world biotech challenges through case studies led by industry experts, sharpening the skills essential for success in the field.

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Networking

Connect with peers and industry professionals at our networking events, including exclusive receptions and alumni roundtable discussions.

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Guest lectures

Gain insider knowledge from biotech and pharma experts in our guest lecture series, covering everything from R&D to business strategy and investment.

Our 2026-2027 Executive Team

President: Giulia Gardumi
President: Giulia Gardumi
Secretary: Seren Ford
Secretary: Seren Ford
OxBio Summit Chair: David Michael
OxBio Summit Chair: David Michael
MD Consulting Challenge: Martin Kononov
MD Consulting Challenge: Martin Kononov
VP Consulting Challenge: Svea Wupper
VP Consulting Challenge: Svea Wupper
VP IGNITE: Zita Aretz
VP IGNITE: Zita Aretz
VP Corporate Partnerships: Oliver Spencer
VP Corporate Partnerships: Oliver Spencer
VP Institutional Relations: Huw Ford
VP Institutional Relations: Huw Ford
VP Marketing: Patricia Nalule
VP Marketing: Patricia Nalule
VP Engagement: Alara Urunga
VP Engagement: Alara Urunga
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Testimonials

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“Our experience with OUBT has been incredibly positive. The society has created a vibrant community that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth within the biotech field. At Infinitopes, we’ve greatly benefited from the insights and networks we’ve made through our involvement with the students at OUBT.”

 

 

 

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Mariam ElShatlawy
Biotech Investor Relations at Infinitopes
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 "OUBT provides a fantastic opportunity for students to learn about starting and scaling a biotech, synbio or life-sciences company. The best way of learning is by doing - and this is why programmes such as the start-up pitch and the associated training sessions are so important. I'm also always impressed by the quality of proposals - and am always excited to see where the ideas, companies or teams go post programme!"​

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Dr. Peter Crane
CEO of Caeruleus Genomics
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"Taylor Wessing is pleased to support the Oxford University Biotech Society and the wider community of founders and academics building the next generation of game changing biotech spin-outs and start-ups in Oxford." ​

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James Homan
Corporate Lawyer at Taylor Wessing
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“It was a pleasure to work with OUBT, and to have the opportunity to see the next generation of innovators!”

 
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Kapil Tuladhar
European and UK Patent Attorney at JA Kemp
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"OUBT is a fantastic opportunity for students to get a taste of how to think about science from a more translational and commercial perspective. The students put together impressive pitches, covering all the important aspects across the scientific and commercial elements of each case and delivered these in an engaging and credible way. A fun evening was had by all, culminating in the crowning of our deserving winner in Omnitide Therapeutics."
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Katharina Ramshorn
Associate, Life Sciences, OSE
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"It was a pleasure working with Oxford University Biotech Society (OUBT) on the IGNITE program in finding the next generation of entrepreneurs. It is a well organised accelerator program designed for students to pitch their biotech innovations."

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Dr Khwaja Islam
Laboratory & Facilities Manager