When is Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking takes place on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM (Europe/Berlin).

Where is Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking held?

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking takes place at Helmholtz-Institut Mainz, Staudingerweg 18, 55128 Mainz, Germany, Mainz, Germany.

How much does Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking cost?

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking is free to attend. Register on the event page to secure your spot.

How many people are attending Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?

3 people have registered so far out of 3 available spots.

How do I register for Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?

You can register for Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking through the original event page on Luma. Click the "View on Luma" button above, or save it to your Rifio account to get reminders.

How long is Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM (Europe/Berlin).

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking — Mainz | Rifio

Name: Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking
Start: 2026-05-08T16:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-08T18:30:00+00:00
Location: Helmholtz-Institut Mainz, Staudingerweg 18, 55128 Mainz, Germany

About this event

She was demoted. Her funding was cut. She nearly lost her visa. She kept going anyway.

Katalin Karikó spent decades being told her science was wrong — until it saved millions of lives.

Join us for an honest discussion on persistence in science, the realities of academia, and how individuals can create meaningful changes —followed by peer-level networking and pizza.

📖 Book Club — Breaking Through: My Life in Science by Katalin Karikó

🍕 Pizza + peer-level networking

🧬 All people interested in creating impact in life science

Agenda

17:45 – 18:00 Arrival & Informal Gathering

18:00 – 18:15 Introduction by Nucleate and TESSELLATE Scientific Book Club

18:15-19:30 Book Club & Group Discussions

19:30 – 20:30 Guided Networking with Pizza

This event is part of Honestly Impactful: Role Models in Bio-entrepreneurship — an event series in Rhein-Main region featuring founders, startup scientists, and intrapreneurs who are translating life science research into real-world ventures. Our speakers share what that journey really looked like: the doubts, failures, trade-offs, and hard choices behind building something beyond the lab — and why it’s still worth it.

About the Event Hosts

Nucleate is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of biotech leaders. With chapters spanning 41 geographic regions and participation from over 280 academic institutions, Nucleate sparks new intellectual communities and embeds emerging talent within a global biotech community. Through open-access educational programming, Nucleate helps democratize biotech innovation — removing barriers and helping founders concentrate on building transformational technologies. Visit www.nucleate.xyz for more information, and visit https://nucleate.xyz/privacy-policy/ to read our privacy policy.

This book club is cohost with TESSELLATE Scientific Book Club Mainz, an open-minded, interdisciplinary scientific book club at the Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz. Our goal is to explore big ideas across the sciences —no jargon, just informal conversation- as well as fostering personal connections among members with diverse backgrounds. (See more at tessellatemainz.com).

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About Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking in Mainz

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking is a free independent taking place on Friday, May 8, 2026 at Helmholtz-Institut Mainz, Staudingerweg 18, 55128 Mainz, Germany, Mainz, Germany. This independent is organised by Nucleate Global Events Calendar. Attendance is free — register to secure your spot. Currently 3 people have registered out of 3 spots. The event runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking — key details

Date:: Friday, May 8, 2026
Time:: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM (Europe/Berlin)
Duration:: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Location:: Helmholtz-Institut Mainz, Staudingerweg 18, 55128 Mainz, Germany, Mainz, Germany
Price:: Free
Format:: In-person
Organiser:: Nucleate Global Events Calendar
Attending:: 3 registered

What to expect at Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking

Join this independent over 2 hours and 30 minutes for an engaging session of learning, discussion, and networking with fellow attendees.

Who should attend Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?

This independent in Mainz is ideal for:

AI and machine learning enthusiasts and practitioners

Why attend?

Free to attend — no financial commitment required
Intimate group size means more meaningful connections

Mainz event — May 2026

This afternoon independent is part of the growing events scene in Mainz. Whether you're based in Mainz or visiting for the independent, it's a great opportunity to connect with the local community. Browse more upcoming events in Mainz on Rifio.

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Frequently asked questions about Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking

When is Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?: Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking takes place on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM (Europe/Berlin).
Where is Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking held?: Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking takes place at Helmholtz-Institut Mainz, Staudingerweg 18, 55128 Mainz, Germany, Mainz, Germany.
How much does Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking cost?: Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking is free to attend. Register on the event page to secure your spot.
Who is organising Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?: Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking is organised by Nucleate Global Events Calendar. You can find more of their events on Rifio.
How many people are attending Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?: 3 people have registered so far out of 3 available spots.
How do I register for Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?: You can register for Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking through the original event page on Luma. Click the "View on Luma" button above, or save it to your Rifio account to get reminders.
How long is Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking?: Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM (Europe/Berlin).

Rhein-Main Social | Book Club & Networking