Franklin College is excited to announce this year’s recipient of the B2S Life Sciences Career Development Fellowship.
Sophomore Wesley Carter of Indianapolis was selected for the Fellowship and began the program in early February. A chemistry major, Carter joins returning Fellow Alecia Perkins, a junior from Franklin who is entering her second year in the program.
The B2S Life Sciences Career Development Fellowship was created in 2025 and is a partnership between B2S Life Sciences and Franklin College. The initiative is designed to enrich students’ academic experience with essential real-world exposure to life science research and high-tech industries. The 3-year scaffolded fellowship experience bridges the gap between academic preparation and a successful career transition upon graduation.
“We are deeply grateful to B2S for their continued support of our students’ educational experience,” said Franklin College Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College, Kristin Flora, Ph.D. “Their commitment to providing practical, industry-based opportunities has a lasting impact, empowering students to pursue careers in the life sciences and develop critical skills. We are proud to partner with B2S in preparing the next generation of life science leaders.”
“Entering its second year, the B2S Life Sciences Career Development Fellowship reinforces the importance of preparing students for the realities of the life sciences industry,” said Aleks Davis, CEO of B2S Life Sciences. “By integrating students into an active R&D environment, we help them develop practical skills, professional discipline, and an industry mindset that accelerates their transition from the classroom to the workforce.”
B2S Fellows work alongside professionals in an entrepreneurial R&D environment, gaining hands-on training in areas crucial to the development of new biotherapeutics. Students also develop problem solving and collaborative team-working skills, which are critical in modern research and development settings. Each Fellow is guided by a B2S Life Sciences mentor, who oversees professional development and technical training throughout the program.
“I am very thankful to Franklin College, my professors and B2S for this amazing opportunity,” said Carter. “I’m looking forward to learning new techniques and gaining hands-on experience in areas outside of the typical college experience.”
The Fellowship provides structured, long-term experience to ensure students acquire the practical skills needed for today’s competitive high-tech job market. In addition, the program provides a $5,000 scholarship annually per student for up to three years, totaling $15,000 per student. B2S Fellows may also earn internship credits toward graduation requirements.
The Fellowship is tailored to a wide range of professional aspects of life science research and related fields, including lab research, business functions, mathematical sciences and information technology.
B2S Life Sciences is a leading biotherapeutic enablement company focused on delivering advanced R&D solutions for new innovative biotherapeutic drugs. Specializing in bioanalytical, translational, and biomarker research, B2S partners with global biopharmaceutical organizations to support the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative therapeutics. With a commitment to quality and scientific precision, B2S stands at the forefront of the life sciences industry, providing expertise in assay development, data-analytical services to enable pharmaceutical biotechnology.
For more information, contact the Franklin College Office of Communications at (317) 738-8185.