MiraCosta College's Biotechnology Speaker Series to Conclude with May Presentation

MiraCosta College’s nationally recognized Biotechnology Program will conclude its speaker series for the academic year with a presentation by John DeMartino, director of product development at Invitrogen Corporation. DeMartino wil discuss how biotech companies develop new products. Invitrogen is headquartered in Carlsbad and is the largest biotechnology employer in North County. The event is scheduled for Friday, May 2 at noon in Room 3601 at MiraCosta College, 1 Barnard Drive, Oceanside. Admission is free of charge and open to the public.

MiraCosta’s Biotechnology Program has been designed by working scientists and biotechnology companies to give students the theoretical background and practical experience necessary to gain employment in the biotechnology field. The program is designed for students who want to obtain biotechnology certificates, earn an associate in arts degree, and/or prepare to transfer to a four-year institution. Courses are also of interest to current workers in the field of biotechnology desiring to upgrade or expand their skills.

For additional information about MiraCosta’s Biotechnology Program or the Biotechnology Speaker Series, contact Mike Fino at (760) 757-2121 ext. 6499.