June 18, 2026
Portal Innovations
Chicago, Illinois
Sponsored by:

June 18, 2026
Portal Innovations
Chicago, Illinois
Sponsored by:


Join SLAS and the Chicago life sciences and laboratory automation communities at this SLAS Regional Community Meet-Up, featuring the panel discussion “Assay to Asset: How Automation, AI, and New Business Models Are Reshaping Early Drug Discovery.”
Hear from an expert panel including Shana Kelley, Professor of Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering, Northwestern University and President, Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago; John Flavin, Founder and CEO, Portal Innovations; and Robert Campbell, Chief Scientific Officer, GROVE Biopharma, Inc. and Editor-in-Chief, SLAS Discovery. The discussion will be moderated by Zachary Gurard-Levin, CEO and Founder, Peapod Bio.
Portal Innovations is a premier venture development engine that bridges scientific ideation in life sciences, medtech, and bioinformatics through commercial proof of concept by delivering seed capital, specialized equipment, lab space, and management expertise to high-potential early-stage companies.
This event is free and open to all and is a wonderful way to connect with others interested in life sciences research, laboratory automation and related areas. Stay tuned for more information!
June 18, 2026
Portal Innovations
400 N Aberdeen St
Suite 900
Chicago, IL 60642
| Thursday, June 18 | |
| 4:00 – 4:30 | Registration & Badge Pick-Up |
| 4:30 – 5:30 | Panel Discussion |
| 5:30 – 7:00 | Networking Reception with Complimentary Refreshments |
Moderator: Zachary Gurard-Levin, PhD
CEO & Founder
Peapod Bio
Treasurer, SLAS Board of Directors
Robert Campbell, PhD
Chief Scientific Officer
GROVE Biopharma, Inc.
Editor-in-Chief, SLAS Discovery
John Flavin, MBA
Founder & CEO
Portal Innovations
Shana Kelley, PhD
Professor of Chemistry and Biomedical Engineering
Northwestern University
President, Bioengineering, Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Chicago
Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening
1301 West 22nd Street, Suite 708
Oak Brook, IL 60523 USA
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vloise@slas.org
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Mary Geismann
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Linda Cohen
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