Ecosystem
The Beginning of a Community
Vision & Launch
Dr. Yamina Berchiche launched the Dr. GPCR Ecosystem to unite researchers, break down silos, and foster open dialogue in GPCR science.
Early Initiatives
February 18, 2020: First podcast episode recorded
June 2020: First newsletter sent
Aug–Sep 2020: First online meeting held
Podcast Debut
July 7, 2020: First podcast episode released
First Summit
September 14–18, 2020: Featured 67 talks, 540 registrations from five continents, and six industry sponsors
2020
Growth Phase
Podcast Milestones
January 2021: Dr. Debbie Hay interview (Episode #26)
February 2021: Dr. Robert J. Lefkowitz interview (Episode #27)
2nd Annual Summit
September 13–19, 2021: The second Dr. GPCR Summit expanded the community's reach and impact
2021
Expansion & New Initiatives
Podcast Growth
May 2022: Dr. Samuel Hoare interview (Episode #37)
May 2022: Dr. Randy Hall interview (Episode #42)
New Programs
August 11, 2022: Virtual Café Series launched
September 20, 2022: First contributor article published
October 10–16, 2022: 3rd Annual Summit
December 9, 2022: GPCR Weekly News launched
2022
Community Maturation
Milestone Episodes
January 2023: Dr. Marc Caron Tribute Episodes (#100–102) featuring over 30 expert guests including Dr. Kathleen Caron and Dr. Brian Kobilka
First Symposium
May 19, 2023: Inaugural Dr. GPCR Symposium with over 100 attendees
2023
Ecosystem 2.0 & Expansion
Educational Initiatives
February 8, 2024: Dr. GPCR University launched with the first GPCR Course
Team & Leadership
May 9, 2024: Episode #150 introduced the Dr. GPCR Team (now 12 members)
May 16, 2024: Episode #151 featured the Dr. GPCR Board
Special Events
October 23–25, 2024: Co-organized the Adhesion GPCR Workshop in Mexico City
Platform Evolution
Evolved from a "Convey-Consume" model to a "Contribute" model, enabling full collaboration and co-creation among members