Lōkahi Therapeutics has announced that students from the University of Georgia Student Industry Fellows Program will take part in its ai² Futures Lab program during the Spring 2026 semester. The collaboration brings together academic talent and industry leadership, offering students the opportunity to work on practical projects within the biotechnology and life sciences space that mirror real business and scientific challenges.
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Through the ai² Futures Lab, student teams from diverse academic backgrounds will collaborate directly with leaders at Lōkahi Therapeutics. Their work will focus on evaluating emerging scientific assets, analyzing strategic options, and developing insights that span research, development, and commercialization. The program is structured to move beyond theory, giving participants firsthand exposure to how decisions are made inside a pharmaceutical innovation organization.
Erik Emerson, Chief Executive Officer of Lōkahi Therapeutics, shared that initiatives like the ai² Futures Lab help close the gap between classroom learning and industry realities. He explained that placing students in an environment where academic knowledge is applied to real scenarios helps them develop a deeper understanding of how innovation unfolds in practice, while also strengthening their professional skills.
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Brian Peters, Senior Vice President of the ai² Division at Lōkahi Therapeutics, noted that the program was built to immerse students in meaningful work at the intersection of science, strategy, and execution. He expressed enthusiasm about welcoming the University of Georgia Industry Fellows, highlighting the value of fresh perspectives and analytical rigor that students bring when tackling complex, real-world problems.
The University of Georgia’s involvement is supported by its Office of University Experiential Learning, reflecting the institution’s focus on hands-on education and partnerships with industry. Andrew H. Potter, Director of the Office of University Experiential Learning and Head of the Student Industry Fellows Program, explained that collaborations like this allow students to apply their academic training in a professional setting while gaining insight into the challenges of innovation within the life sciences sector.
This partnership aligns with Lōkahi Therapeutics’ broader commitment to developing future leaders by offering mentorship and exposure to authentic industry challenges. As the ai² Futures Lab continues to grow, Lōkahi Therapeutics plans to expand similar academic collaborations nationwide, strengthening the connection between higher education and early-stage innovation in the life sciences.
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