2nd Targeted Protein Degradation Summit
2019-10-22 - 2019-10-24 | Hilton Boston Logan Airport, One Hotel Drive, Boston, MA, 02128, United States
Finally Drug the “Undruggable” Through Targeted Protein Degradation. Encapsulating the excitement of the field of protein degradation; The 2nd TPD Summit 2019 is the definitive, comprehensive and industry-dedicated conference for the field of protein degradation – focused on optimizing target validation, improving medicinal chemistry & rational design and ultimately accelerating the translation of selective, bioavailable and effective protein degraders into clinical trials.
With 50+ speakers, 40+ late-breaking case studies, 3 dedicated streams, 6 technical deep-dives & 400+ attendees, TPD 2019 is the most comprehensive and the definitive guide for large pharma, innovative biotech and leading academic researchers to capitalize on this emerging therapeutic class and make targeted protein degradation a blockbuster therapeutic approach that improves patient outcomes.
As the previously untapped drug discovery opportunity promised within the proteome becomes a reality and “undruggable” targets are finally being reached, the field of targeted protein degradation is truly changing the face of small molecule drug discovery. In the pursuit to demonstrate safe and effective clinical results, it’s clear that a set of unique development challenges must be overcome for these novel therapeutics to achieve their seemingly limitless potential.
View the program and speaker list here: https://ter.li/idctdn

SAPHEX 2019
2019-10-23 - 2019-10-24 | GALLAGHER CONVENTION CENTRE, 10 RICHARDS DRIVE, HALFWAY HOUSE, MIDRAND, 1685, South Africa
SAPHEX 2019 will be held on the 23rd-24th October at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.

SAPHEX serves a primary platform for both local and international companies working in the South African or Africa pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. The exhibition brings together key visiting pharma suppliers and buyers, with a range of exhibitors from across the pharmaceutical sector.
Don’t miss out on your chance to participate at this event.
To learn more about this event and to register online, visit www.saphex.co.za

Lyophilization USA
2019-10-23 - 2019-10-24 | Sheraton Boston Hotel, 39 Dalton Street, Boston, MA, 02199, United States
SMi Presents the 5th annual
Lyophilization USA Conference
Date: October 23-24, 2019
Workshop: October 25, 2019
Location: Sheraton Boston Hotel, 39 Dalton Street, Boston, MA, USA
Website: www.lyophilisation-usa.com/PJBan
About Lyophilization USA
The SMi Group is pleased to invite you to the 5th Annual Lyophilization USA Conference arranged to take place on the 23rd and 24th October 2019, in Boston.

The current list of FDA-approved biopharmaceuticals contains up to 50% of injectables and approximately a third of all parenterals being lyophilized, which suggests it is the optimal way of ensuring stability in products that are unstable in aqueous solution. This instability or degradation can result in suboptimal product performance and even toxicity in worst cases indicating the need for lyophilization despite it’s inherently expensive running costs and time-consuming process.
Join us this year to explore novel and developing technologies that tackle the most pressing challenges and push innovation in world of lyophilization. Benchmark and network with industry leaders and discuss the most up to date and relevant topics that delve into alternative lyophilization approaches, applied statistical modelling, fresh views on scaling up and tech transfer, pre- and post-product characterization. regulation and beyond.
DISCUSSION HIGHLIGHTS:
Gain valuable insight into the most current challenges and considerations when working with highly concentrated and sensitive formulations
Explore new and innovative approaches in model-based studies that utilise the power of statistical analysis to improve process development and understanding
Discuss the future outlook of lyophilization through trends in alternative approaches
Discover updates on the leading PAT technologies such as controlled nucleation, continuous freeze drying, low-frequency Raman, vacuum-foam drying and more.
Listen to key opinion leaders and experts from regulatory bodies speak about expectations and the assessment of reliable technologies in the market
View the full agenda: www.lyophilisation-usa.com/PJBan
Contact Info:
T: +44 (0) 20 7827 6164
E: nhoward@smi-online.co.uk

3rd Annual NASH Summit Europe 2019
2019-10-23 - 2019-10-25 | The Waldorf Hilton, London, Aldwych, London, WC2B 4DD, United Kingdom
Welcome to Europe’s Gathering of NASH Drug Developers: The 3rd NASH Summit Europe

Deepen Understanding of the Role of Liver Fibrosis in NASH
Confidently Meet Regulatory Guidelines
Define Clinical Trial Endpoints

Returning as the only NASH forum exclusively facilitating industry-to-industry dialogue and collaboration in Europe; the 3rd NASH Summit Europe will once again showcase leading data and leverage expert insights to advance pipeline success in NASH.
“The NASH Summit was unlike any scientific meeting I have ever been to. Everyone who attended was interested in some aspect of drug development for NASH. I truly enjoyed the “applied science” focus of the meeting as it helped me where I most needed the help. The opportunity to network and learn informally in the poster session and during receptions was excellent.”
Eli Lilly
See & hear from the 3rd NASH Summit Boston attendees to better understand how the NASH Summit is uniquely dedicated to advancing the therapeutic potential of NASH therapeutic
To learn more about this event, and to register online, visit https://nash-europe.com/
Contact:
Phone – +44 (0)20 3141 8700
Email – info@hansonwade.com

Neuromuscular Drug Development Summit (NMD)
2019-10-23 - 2019-10-25 | The Westin Boston Waterfront, 425 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02210, United States
Now in its 2nd year, the industry-focused NMD Summit will overcome the challenges preventing neuromuscular drug developers bringing truly transformative therapeutics to market.
With an emphasis on ALS, SMA, DMD and other rare diseases, 18 expert speakers from the likes of Biogen, Audentes and PTC Therapeutics will share their insights across 3 packed days.
Join 90+ neuromuscular stakeholders at this definitive forum to exchange novel ideas, gather lessons learned and establish new collaborations.
To learn more about this event, and to register online, visit https://ter.li/bgvvh7

BioNetwork 2019
2019-10-23 - 2019-10-25 | The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, CA
BioNetwork
October 23 – 25, 2019
The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, CA
For the past 15 years, BioNetwork has brought together the most senior-level decision makers in pharma and biotech deal-making (CEOs of BioTechs, VPs of BD from Big Pharma). Meet the right people and create the ideal partnerships.

Discount Code: BN19PJ
To learn more about BioNetwork 2019 and to register online, visit http://bit.ly/2ZnZSRN

2nd Annual MarketsandMarkets Real-World Data and Life Science Analytics Congress
2019-10-24 - 2019-10-25 | Boston, USA
MarketsandMarkets is proud to announce the 2nd Annual MarketsandMarkets Real-World Data and Life Science Analytics Congress to be held on 24th-25th October 2019 in Boston, USA. With the increasing recognition of real-world data opportunities and challenges within the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, life sciences organizations face clear decisions on how specifically to put resources into real-world evidence capacities.
Real-World Evidence can possibly change the way life sciences associations use advancements to increase further clinical bits of knowledge and enable them and payers to collaborate like never before. After the successful inaugural, the 2nd Annual Real-World Data and Life Science Analytics Congress will hold discussions on accelerating the adoption of Real-world evidence within the industry while understanding the capabilities of newer technologies for evidence generation. The congress will also address upcoming changes in the regulatory landscape with the recent framework by the FDA.
Our aim for the 2nd Annual Real-World Data and Life Science Analytics Congress is to unite all stakeholders to see how to use conventional informational indexes and layer that in with innovative analytical techniques and new working models.

Skin Microbiome & Cosmeceutical Congress: USA
2019-10-29 - 2019-10-30 | Paradise Point Resort & Spa, San Diego, USA, United States
This conference is dedicated to exploring the burgeoning field of skin microbiome research, with case studies focusing on topics such atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne, and allergy, and the microbiome-based products being developed to fight these diseases. The conference will also provide insight into the future of microbiome-based cosmetics, with numerous presentations on trial design, commercial strategy, and consumer awareness and expectations.

Inflammasome Therapeutics Summit
2019-10-29 - 2019-10-31 | Revere Hotel Boston Common, 200 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
The inaugural Inflammasome Therapeutics Summit (ITS) is the industry’s first dedicated discussion and networking forum focused on bringing together inflammasome thought-leaders to share their latest scientific progress and address the current challenges drug developers are facing.

Join 60+ of your peers and be part of this unique opportunity to engage in cross-industry discussions and presentations from over 19 expert speakers.
With a mission to bridge the gap between research and drug development and develop clinically effective candidates for inflammatory driven diseases, ITS will hone in on the latest developments, insights and science to elevate clinically effective inflammasome therapeutic pipelines.
Developed in combination with experts from Nodthera, Pfizer and IFM Therapeutics and other leading organisations.
To learn more about this event, and to register online, visit https://ter.li/su3nfj

The Pharma Gorilla
2019-11-07
After a successful and overwhelming response of the Pharma Gorilla conference Mumbai on March 27, The Conference Gorilla is organizing its 2nd and 3rd Edition of The Pharma on following dates and venues.

The Pharma Gorilla | June 26, 2019 | Le Meridien Singapore, Sentosa
The Pharma Gorilla | Nov 07, 2019 | New Delhi, India

The objective of this conference to share expertise addressing the current advancements involved in the Pharmaceutical industry. The knowledgeable intriguing sessions will create an ideal platform to get acquainted with the latest trends, advancements, and future of the pharmaceutical sciences. It is a wonderful opportunity for all the participants as it provides a networking opportunity to collaborate with the world class Pharmaceutical and healthcare industry.
The conference program have been designed in such way which can cover the trending topics under Keynote session, exclusive presentation, product lunch, panel and round table discussion and it also provides a meaningful information.
The Pharma Gorilla provides a perfect platform for conducting presentations, keynote sessions, sharing the knowledge, one on one meeting with your potential audience and getting acquainted with the latest developments in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry to stand out of the competition.
Target Audience: 150+ Pharma professional from all over the Asia so I think it would be a good platform for you to accomplish your networking with the key decision makers of pharmaceutical companies, software development companies, CRO, manufacturing, formulation, digital marketing and data management companies.
Glimpse of Conference Agenda!
Conference Panels

Artificial Intelligence in Pharma and Healthcare
A disruptive take on marketing: Digital Marketing comes to Pharma
Scope of E-Pharmacy in Asia: Bringing New Dimensions to Pharma Industry
Latest Trends in Formulation Development: A Global Perspective
The Impact of Regulatory Reform on Innovation in Drug Delivery Systems

Roundtable Discussion

Improving patient engagement and experience to improve clinical trials

Keynote Session

Innovation-driven and emerging technologies of Pharma Industry in Asia
The Global Pharma Industry: Policies, Regulations and Key Trends 2019-2020

Exclusive Presentation

Role of IPR in pharmaceutical industry
Career Growth Opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry
Improving Biosimilars in manufacturing data

For any query, contact us at contact@theconferencegorilla.com or IN: +91-813-004-7071 | US: +1-347-480-1588

TIDES Europe: Oligonucleotide & Peptide Therapeutics
2019-11-12 - 2019-11-15 | RAI Amsterdam | Amsterdam, Netherlands
TIDES Europe is Europe’s #1 forum for oligonucleotide and peptide leaders to build successful partnerships and accelerate new products to market.

400+ OLIGONUCLEOTIDE AND PEPTIDE SCIENTISTS AND EXECUTIVES
Fast-track your oligonucleotide and peptide research to the clinic and beyond by collaborating with leading pharma, biotechs, academia and solution providers from North America, Asia and Europe.
40+ CASE STUDIES AND NEW DATA PRESENTATIONS
Hear best practices, lessons learned and important industry developments across the entire spectrum of oligonucleotide and peptide development and production.
30+ LEADING EXHIBITORS
Connect with leading manufacturing, technologies, and service providers to drive your promising therapeutic towards commercial success.
Register now at www.TIDESEuropeEvent.com with code “PHARMJ10” and SAVE 10%.

Data Analytics for Pharma Development 2019
2019-11-12 - 2019-11-14 | Hilton Munich City, Rosenheimer Str. 15, München, 81667, Germany
Following a hugely successful event in Amsterdam last year, we’re excited to inform you that the 5th Annual Data Analytics for Pharma Development Forum will be taking place in Munich from the 13-14 November 2019. Read all about it here: Download the 2019 Agenda.

The industry needs to move past the challenge of unstructured data sets and integrating data from multiple sources to begin to work collaboratively with other departments and organisations, as well as create a real world evidence framework for our pharmaceutical development through effective data utilisation. This is why we’ve curated an industry leading program with inside expertise from the top.
So – who exactly will be there?
Scientific Director, Janssen
Principle Data Scientist, Novo Nordisk
Principal Scientist Digitalisation Lead in Large Molecule Research, Roche
Senior Director, Head, Global Real World Evidence Strategy and Analytics, Biogen
Health Informatics Director, AstraZeneca
Vice President AI and Machine Learning, BERG Health
Director, Data Science IKU in EMEA, Celgene
Global HEOR Evidence Expert Lead, Sanofi
Head Quantitative Sciences, Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute
For the first time ever we also bring you the Start-Up Afternoon, where 5+ innovative data-management start ups demonstrate their technology in lightning-round presentations.
We also know that people learn better when they’re being active, so this year we also running Certificate Course in Data Analytics to deep-dive into data strategy, advanced analytics and machine learning & AI to ensure you’re at the forefront of innovation.
We encourage the sharing of challenges and success stories through an interactive program – but most importantly, we facilitate open discussions during networking opportunities where our delegates from Big Pharma, biotech, and start-ups will be looking to you to inform their next step on how to optimise their data strategy.
With 50+ attendees and an expert speaker faculty of over 20 senior decision makers, the Data Analytics forum is Europe’s industry leading event.
Download the 2019 Agenda here to find out more about the forum

Protein Engineering Congress EU
2019-11-12 - 2019-11-13 | Radisson Blu Hotel Frankfurt, Franklinstrasse 65, 60486, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Most enzymes found in nature are not suitable for industrial purposes. The field of protein and enzyme engineering is growing at a rapid rate, with competition within industries high and the need to optimise performance greater than ever.
Introducing the European Protein Engineering Congress, dedicated to uncovering the new and emerging practices, techniques and methods of protein and enzyme engineering across industries.
With pharmaceutical, flavour & fragrance, consumer goods, animal feed, and agrochemical sectors all approaching the design, build and generation of new biocatalysts and molecules not found in nature, come and learn from our line-up of leading speakers to get an update on the new technologies used in the field of strain and protein engineering.

5th annual European Microbiome Congress
2019-11-13 - 2019-11-14 | Olympia Conference Centre, Hammersmith Rd, Hammersmith, London W14 8UX
The gut microbiota’s importance in human health and disease progression spreads far wider than just gastro-intestinal conditions. The immune, nervous and metabolic systems couple the microbiome with the rest of the body and thus play a crucial and interlinking role in extra-intestinal diseases including neurological, cancer and metabolic conditions.

For the 5th annual European Microbiome Congress, we’ve shifted the focus from gastro-intestinal to extra-intestinal as we examine the latest pre-clinical and clinical data demonstrating the gut microbiota’s role in some of the world’s most critical and costly diseases in modern society.
Join key opinion leaders from across academia and industry to examine the latest research data. This is your opportunity to find out how others plan to translate the latest understanding of the gut-microbiome into therapeutic drugs that have the power to treat cancer, metabolic, neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders.
To learn more about 5th annual European Microbiome Congress, and to register online, visit https://microbiomecongress.com

Skin Microbiome Congress EU
2019-11-13 - 2019-11-14 | Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, Kensington, London, W14 8UX
With 2.35 billion Euros being spent on cosmetic product R&D in Europe, and Skin Microbiome being “2019’s hottest skin care trend” – a claim supported by major market researchers and beauty bibles, are you ready for the next generation of skin care?
We are bringing you the first data focused Skin Microbiome event with two concurrent tracks focused on the hard data and commercial sides of skin microbiome:

Data Track: focuses on the hard data that supports and legitimises product claims and drives increased understanding of the skin microbiome.
Commercial Track: tackles the challenges faced when building a commercially viable skin microbiome company, optimising your supply chain and executing successful marketing & communication strategies.

Discover the potential of prebiotic, probiotic and postbiotic products being developed to protect and promote a healthy microbiome and ultimately combat dermatological conditions from acne and eczema to dandruff and skin allergies. Take advantage of:

Effective Networking with 150+ innovators, start-ups, multinational companies and vendors.
Cutting Edge Research – Discover the latest advancement in therapeutic & cosmetic products containing live bacteria, bacterial extracts, or active ingredients to promote & protect the skins microbiome.
Consumer Trends – Understand how consumer trends towards natural, organic products and active beauty are shaping the evolution of products adapted to the skin microbiome.
Clinical Trials – Explore how to design an effective clinical trial & translate research into clinically & commercially viable therapeutics.
Competitive Edge – Determine how to differentiate your product line & seize this market opportunity, gaining market share with scientifically backed products.
Regulation – Understand the different paths to market & regulatory considerations necessary to launch a cosmetic or therapeutic product.

With an increasing consumer trend towards natural products, what’s more natural than harnessing the bacteria on your skin? Don’t miss your chance to understand the next generation of natural skincare products!

Ophthalmic Drugs
2019-11-18 - 2019-11-20 | Copthorne Tara Hotel, Scarsdale Place, Kensington, London, W8 5SY, United Kingdom
SMi Group are pleased to present the 3rd Annual Ophthalmic Drugs Conference and Focus Day, taking place on the 18th-20th November 2019 in London, UK.

The global ophthalmic drug market size is expected to reach a value of $30 billion USD by 2023 with growing focus on alternative delivery approaches to replace intravitreal drug delivery and novel drug development being the key factors driving the market.
With this in mind, this year’s Ophthalmic Drugs conference will explore new discoveries in the treatment of ocular rare disease; innovations in gene therapy; the challenges in drug delivery through a complex barrier; patient comfort and regulatory compliance which make up core components within the Ophthalmic Drug sphere.
NEW FOR 2019:
The brand-new Focus Day on ‘Novel Drug Delivery Through a Complex Barrier’ will bring academic perspectives on the future for ocular drug delivery and notified bodies will provide a regulatory insight into this emerging field of ophthalmic drug development.
How will you benefit?
With over 15 expert presentations, the three-day agenda offers you peer-to-peer networking with Global Product Managers, Heads of Drug Development, Senior Directors of Ophthalmology, Heads of Research and Development and many more!
Network and learn from leading professionals such as:
CHAIRS FOR 2019:

Mitchell de Long, Vice President, Chemistry, Aerie Pharmaceuticals
Naj Sharif, Vice President, Global Ophthalmology, Santen Inc, USA

FEATURED SPEAKERS INCLUDE:

Parisa Zamiri, Global Head of Clinical Development in Ophthalmology, Novartis Pharmaceutical Inc.
Gavin Spencer, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer, Nicox
Aniz Girach, Chief Medical Officer, ProQR Therapeutics
Daniel Chung, Global Medical Strategy Lead- Ophthalmology, Spark Therapeutics
Michael Ehrlich, Senior Clinical Program Lead – Retinopathies, Boehringer Ingelheim
Peter Morgan-Warren, Medical Assessor, MHRA
William Dallman, Clinical Development Manager, Eyenuk

For more information and to register, visit: www.ophthalmicdrugs.com/pj
Early-Bird Rates

BOOK BY 28TH JUNE AND SAVE £300
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Contact Info:
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E: nhoward@smi-online.co.uk

3rd Annual Anti-Fibrotic Drug Development Summit (AFDD) 2019
2019-11-18 - 2019-11-20 | Revere Hotel Boston Common, 200 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
AFDD is back for its third year as the only conference to bring together industry leaders, clinicians and academic experts focused on finding an effective anti-fibrotic treatment.

Over 3 days packed with compelling case studies, diverse panels and varied networking opportunities, you’ll glean insights from industry and academic leaders across fibrotic disease areas. The 2019 agenda will reflect the strides taken by the community over the past year as well as forming the future of anti-fibrotic drug development.
To learn more about this event, and to register online, visit https://afdd-summit.com/
Contact:
Phone – (+1) 617 455 4188
Email – info@hansonwade.com

1st RNA Editing Summit 2019
2019-11-19 - 2019-11-20 | Revere Hotel Boston Common, 200 Stuart St, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Translating Emerging RNA Editing Approaches for Therapeutic Applications.
As CRISPR genome editing struggles to overcome key specificity and delivery challenges in its pursuit to realize therapeutic applications, the 1st RNA Editing Summit 2019 accelerates the translation and commercialization of RNA editing for an array of research and therapeutic applications.
As the therapeutic potential of RNA editing explodes, discover the fundamental mechanisms of RNA editing, such as recruiting endogenous ADARs with encodable guideRNAs, and learn about the novel approaches being developed to precisely and efficiently deliver intended RNA edits. With the temporary nature of RNA editing providing a huge opportunity in many areas beyond genetic diseases, uncover how to recruit endogenous editing enzymes and ultimately deliver safe and effective transcriptome edits.
Join RNA, functional genomic, cell biology and immuno-oncology experts from large pharma, biotech and academia at the 1st RNA Editing Summit 2019 in the pursuit of translating emerging RNA editing mechanisms into therapeutic reality.
To learn more about this event, and to register online, visit https://ter.li/jikni6

3rd Annual Dermatology Drug Development Summit
2019-11-19 - 2019-11-21 | Aloft Boston Seaport District, Boston, MA
The Dermatology Drug Development Summit series is a unique industry-focused forum dedicated to innovating, accelerating and sharing pharmaceutical best practice on the development and bringing to market of new dermatological drugs, in the treatment of high unmet need.
The 3rd Annual Dermatology Drug Development Summit provides leading industry experts with a unique forum to debate the end-to-end challenges in dermatology drug development: from discovering new research on key disease pathways, to unveiling critical preclinical insights, discussing formulation strategies, defining the optimal clinical development plans or evaluating commercialization approaches.
Join peers and leaders in this space for an exclusive three-day meeting of comprehensive discussion, sharing of latest advances and pioneering insights, and networking opportunities.
Hear from 30+ experts including:

Sonya Abraham, Head of New Treatment Strategies, Immunology, UCB
David Rubenstein, CSO, Dermavant Sciences
Kendall Marcus, Director – Division of Dermatology & Dental Products, FDA
Michael Kuligowski, Executive Medical Director – Inflammation & Autoimmunity, Incyte Corporation
John Harris, Vice Chair of Dermatology & Director, Vitiligo Clinic & research Center, University of Massachusetts Medical School
Suma Krishnan, Founder & COO, Krystal Biotech

Across an end-to-end, comprehensive agenda, learn from case studies on:

How to enhance preclinical activities
The latest advances in translational research
How to advance topical drug development and formulation approaches
How to accelerate clinical development and what are the latest clinical results
How to tackle the evolving regulatory and commercial landscape in dermatology

Find out more here: https://ter.li/jj7wxg

Gene Therapy Analytical Development
2019-11-19 - 2019-11-21 | Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel 606 Congress Street Boston, Boston, MA, 02210, United States
The inaugural Gene Therapy Analytical Development Summit will unite large pharma and innovative biotechs to develop robust analytical tools to guarantee the consistency, quality and safety of gene therapy products.

Focused specifically on addressing the unique analytical challenges posed by gene therapy vectors, this technical scientific meeting will unite the ‘boots on the ground’ scientists grappling with these challenges first-hand.
Delving into technical analytics to assess potency, capsid integrity, empty vs full capsids and viral titers of AAV and lentiviral vectors, this is your opportunity to enhance your existing analytical methods and explore innovative novel tools to support safe and effective gene therapy development.
To learn more and to register online, visit https://ter.li/z1fc6v

Targeting RNA Congress
2019-11-26 - 2019-11-27 | TBC
Targeting RNA Congress

Nearly 100% of all small molecule drugs in the market are designed to target proteins. However, only 2% of the human genome actually codes for proteins, leaving the remaining noncoding DNA and in turn RNA as potentially untapped therapeutic targets.

To date, industry has focused on biological products for RNA therapeutics but the emergence of epitranscriptomics and bioinformatics tools has provided the field with a new range of drug modalities. This has led to increasing capital investment alongside collaborations within pharma and biotech to assess if RNA can be a drug target.
The Targeting RNA Congress will explore the ‘undruggable’ RNA space and showcases the latest advancements in modulation of RNA directly with small molecules and through epigenetics. The meeting will bring together academic and industry leaders who are building platforms to identify and validate targets in order to assess disease relevance approaches in the RNA world. You’ll take away actionable insights including:

Strategies to go from hit-to-lead candidates
Addressing structural biology, biochemical and biophysical attributes relevant for RNA
Approaches to overcome chemical hurdles associated with new drug discovery platforms
How mapping RNA upstream regulation can develop disease prevention products

“This meeting is an excellent opportunity to interact with one of the best collections of thought leaders and drug discovery experts in the field of epitranscriptomics, and I am looking forward to exchanging strategic insights with my colleagues aiming at unlocking an entire class of previously undruggable targets” – Dr. Gerhard Mueller, Chief Scientific Officer, Gotham Therapeutics
To learn more about Targeting RNA Congress and to register online, visit: https://go.kisacoresearch.com/l/678123/2019-09-16/ldwx

2nd Annual RNA Targeted Drug Discovery
2019-12-02 - 2019-12-04 | The Westin Copley Place, 10 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
At a time when the previously untapped drug discovery opportunity promised within RNA opens up, the 2nd RNA- Targeted Drug Discovery Summit returns to reunite the leading minds from large pharma, innovative biotech and KOLs of academia to discuss unique discovery and development challenges that must be overcome for novel RNA targeted small molecule therapeutics to achieve their seemingly limitless potential.

For the 2nd year, network with the KOLs and RNA pioneers, to gain a comprehensive understanding on how to translate the first generation of RNA targeted small molecules into the clinic, stimulate the discussion of successfully targeting RNA via interfering with RNA-protein interactions and seize the therapeutic opportunity in hand by re-defining the undruggable nature of RNA.
Download the Full Event Guide.
With 22 world-class speakers sharing their latest findings, join those who are re-defining the undruggable nature of RNA:

Kevin Weeks, Founder of Ribometrix; Professor of Chemistrym, University of North Carolina
Frank Slack, Co-Founder of Twentyeight-Seven Therapeutics; Professor, BIDMC
Kathryn McCabe, Sr. Director of Business Development, Eli Lilly
Martin Pettersson, Research Fellow, Pfizer
Christopher Barbieri, Senior Investigator, Bristol-Myers Squibb
Jennifer Petter, Founder & CSO, Arrakis Therapeutics
Yochi Slonim, Co-founder & CEO, Anima Biotech
Gerhard Mueller, CSO, Gotham Therapeutics
Christopher R. Trotta, VP, Biology, PTC Therapeutics

This is only some of the senior experts confirmed to present – check out the full speaker faculty and case studies here.
Once again join your RNA community at this translational and industry dedicated event focused on optimizing target validation, improving drug-like properties & accelerating the translation of selective and bioactive RNA targeted small molecule therapeutics into human clinical trials.
Check out the official event guide for full speaker details or if you’re ready to register, secure your place here.

Oncolytic Virotherapy Summit 2019
2019-12-03 - 2019-12-05 | Westin Boston Waterfront, 425 Summer St, Boston, MA 02210
Now in its 5th year, the Oncolytic Virotherapy Summit is the industry’s definitive guide to turning viral vehicles into clinically effective therapeutics across oncology indications. With 3 days of in-depth cutting-edge case studies and the highest calibre of industry discussions, The OV Summit will provide the roadmap to oncolytic virotherapy success.
Hear from pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, as well as clinicians and leading academics for a complete picture of the current challenges and opportunities. Discover the development of oncolytic viruses that engage the immune system for long-term treatment and management of cancers.
To learn more and to register online, visit: http://bit.ly/2kmZGQh

3rd Microbiome Movement – Gut-Brain Axis Summit
2019-12-03 - 2019-12-05 | Boston, MA
The 3rd Microbiome Movement – Gut-Brain Axis Summit is returning to Boston this December and will unite pioneering industry and academic researchers to establish the mechanistic pathways contributing to neurological disorder manifestation, overcome the scientific and translational challenges of working in the gut-brain setting and capitalize on this therapeutic opportunity.

This meeting provides the opportunity for you to:

Discover pioneering preclinical data implicating metabolic, immune-mediated and enteroendocrine pathways in CNS disease development
Explore translational approaches that are moving microbiome gut-brain axis science from association to causation
Learn about critical considerations for microbiome clinical trials in the neurological and mental health setting to inform symptom and treatment management
Realize the potential of microbial profiles as a biomarker for patient stratification to maximize the efficacy of already existing drugs for neurological disease
Uncover the relatively untapped commercial opportunity held by nutritional and therapeutic products for neurological and mental health

There is no question that the early market activity in the microbiome gut-brain axis space is critical in shaping its success. Join us to discover the microbiome science contributing to neurological disease and develop the next generation of microbiome-targeted products for improved neurological and mental health outcomes.
Find out more here: https://ter.li/t9gsy7

HR Life Sciences
2019-12-04 - 2019-12-05 | San Diego, CA
With the rapid rise of digital technology and shifts within the larger healthcare industry, the need to find new talent that can drive innovation has never been more critical. HR Life Sciences is specifically designed for senior HR professionals at the nation’s leading Pharmaceutical, Biotech and Medical Device companies. You’ll discover the tools, insights, innovations, and cutting-edge solutions needed to evolve your hiring strategies in a rapidly changing life science industry. Register now with code PHARMAJ20 and receive a 20% discount.

At HR Life Sciences, you’ll learn how to:

Refine your talent sourcing to meet shrinking, highly competitive talent pools
Retain and develop top talent in an ever-changing market full of mergers & acquisitions
Keep up with new and emerging employee engagement & development trends
Stay ahead of the curve with new HR technologies and tools suited to your workforce
Maintain HR’s position as a visible business partner & thought-leader

8th annual PREDiCT: Tumour Models London
2019-12-04 - 2019-12-06 | London, UK, United Kingdom
The 8th annual PREDiCT: Tumour Models London Summit will return this December with a new speaker faculty to help you benchmark your oncology model selection strategy and target validation. With the rise of immuno-oncology, model requirements, target validation and the importance of tumour micro-environment are key to clinical success. The 3-days summit will provide you with real world data from a selected model experts, including Merck, MedImmune, Takeda, Roche, AstraZeneca and more for practical insights.
To learn more about 8th annual PREDiCT: Tumour Models London and to register online, visit https://ter.li/6ge5rc

SMi’s Inaugural Conference: Respiratory Drug Delivery 2019
2019-12-05 - 2019-12-06 | Holiday Inn Kensington Forum, 97 Cromwell Road, London, SW7 4DN, United Kingdom
SMi are pleased to announce the launch of the Respiratory Drug Delivery conference as part of the newly branded Asthma and COPD series, which will be held in London on the 5th – 6th December 2019.

With the rising prevalence of respiratory disease such as Asthma, cystic fibrosis and COPD, this group of diseases are now amongst the leading cause of death, affecting over 500 million adults and children worldwide. Lung cancer now accounts for over 50% of all respiratory disease related deaths in Europe, yet little work is being done to reduce this high mortality rate.
Opportunities for drug development has effectively resulted in the global pulmonary and respiratory drug delivery market expecting to reach 64 billion USD (6.7% CAGR) by 2025. However, the unmet medical needs of respiratory diseases sufferers remain.
Join us this year as SMi aim to bring together clinical researchers, respiratory drug manufacturers and solution providers to discuss the current research and developments in providing appropriate long-term treatments that adhere to patient’s needs, analysing the success of digital media devices and connective health technology in aiding the diagnosis of severe asthma and COPD. This year will also investigate the developing issues surrounding pulmonary and nasal combination product design.
Benefits of attending:

Assessing how to transform disease management through drug combinations, devices and inhaled biological treatments
Evaluating respiratory device design development and novel technologies such as nanoparticle-based drug delivery
Exploring digital connective inhalation to improve patient centricity
Reviewing the challenges around the pricing and reimbursement of respiratory drug products

View the full agenda online: www.respiratorydrugdelivery.com/pharmajwl
Early bird rates:

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BOOK BY 30TH SEPTEMBER AND SAVE £100

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BioFIT 2019
2019-12-10 - 2019-12-11 | MARSEILLE CHANOT, PALAIS DES CONGRÈS ET DES EXPOSITIONS Rond Point du Prado 13008 Marseille – FRANCE
EARLY-STAGE INNOVATIONS | ACADEMIA-INDUSTRY COLLABORATIONS | TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER | SEED INVESTMENT
With the highest attending rate of TTOs, research institutes and academia together with big pharma, emerging and small biotech, diagnostics companies, pre-seed / seed / Series A investors, BioFIT is the leading partnering event in Europe for technology transfer, academia-industry collaborations and early-stage innovation deals in the field of Life Sciences. BioFIT is also the European marketplace for pre-seed, seed and Series A investment in Life Sciences.
WHY ATTEND BIOFIT?
Out of 1,000 BioFIT attendees, 1,000 deals have been generated. The breakdown in terms of nature of deals is the following:

35% of collaborative research projects
30% of licensing deals
15% of equity investment deals
20% of services deals

Estimate based on the measurement of 2015 and 2016 delegates’ outcomes

KEY FIGURES:

1,300+ delegates
800+ organisations
35+ countries represented
1,000 deals generated in 2017

INSIDE THE EVENT:

A business convention with pre-qualified one-to-one meetings
Identification of would-be CEOs
Conferences and roundtable discussions
Oral presentations of start-ups , licensing opportunities stemming from academia , service presentations
An exhibition area
Informal networking evenings

Please check out the different participants’ lists of the previous editions, as well as the list of this year’s edition >>here<<.
2018 Final programme
2019 Preliminary programme
Please feel free to widely share this document with your colleagues, network, partners…
BE PART OF THE EVENT:

Register now
Book your booth now

Website: www.biofit-event.com
Twitter: @BIOFIT_EVENT

Cell Therapy Analytical Development Summit
2019-12-10 - 2019-12-12 | Revere Hotel Boston Common 200 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
The explosion in cell therapy development companies has fueled a need to develop well-characterized clinical products which has resulted in the call for robust and validated analytical assays now being louder and more important than ever before.
The inaugural Cell Therapy Analytical Development Summit brings you the leaders in CMC, analytics and process development to create standardized and automated analytical techniques and technologies for improved therapeutic characterization at scale.
Join over 100 of the world’s experts as we discuss how to navigate a murky regulatory landscape, robustly validate assays and advance the characterization of CAR-T and TCR cell therapy analytics to ensure safe, consistent and quality cell therapy products.

Get involved this December to:

Address the need to fully understand the mechanism of action of a cell therapy to develop representative potency assays
Assess methods to develop functional assays suitable for routine and timely testing to overcome operational constraints
Explore ways to develop non-destructive and non-invasive in-line analytics
Discuss current techniques being developed to standardize flow cytometry and explores ways to overcome batch effects
Highlight sources of variability in cell counting measurement such as environmental, procedural, analytical and instrumental, and techniques to minimize variability

Why do experts attend our cell therapy summits?
“Moments where we can come together with passionate individuals and companies who are focused on advancing cancer care are inspiring, and the Cell Therapy Summit is no different. We are energized by the discussions about cell therapy and its potential applications for bringing new therapies to patients in need.”
– Novartis
“This is a best in class and top summit in the cell therapy area which is an invaluable asset to both industries and academia.”
– University of Pennsylvania
Join us to ensure safe, consistent and quality cell therapy development with novel, scalable and automated analytical development assays.
To know more about Cell Therapy Analytical Development Summit click here

Pre-Filled Syringes and Injectable Drug Devices 2020
2020-01-15 - 2020-01-16 | Copthorne Tara Hotel, Kensington, Scarsdale Pl, Kensington, London, W8 5SY, United Kingdom
Assessing the regulatory environment and future of PFS design and development
SMi are pleased to present the 12th Annual Pre-Filled Syringes and Injectable Drug Devices conference in London on 15th and 16th January 2020.

As Europe’s leading Pre-Filled Syringes conference, the 2020 event will assess innovations in device engineering and components, enhancement of human factors, and optimizing packaging and containment.
With the rapid expansion of the PFS market, the regulatory environment is more importance than ever. This year’s programme will look at the EU MDR, Article 117 as well as insights into the MDR post-market surveillance requirements; providing a holistic review of the Pre-Filled Syringes industry.
This two-day agenda offers you peer-to-peer networking with Global Product Managers, Senior Pre-Filled Syringes Engineers, Device Testing Managers, Heads of Late-Stage Pre-Filled Syringes Development, Head of Medical Affairs, Senior Director – Combination Products & Medical Devices, Global Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance Manager Combination Products , Senior Pharmaceutical Assessor and many more.
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING:

Learn about the technological innovations that are revolutionizing the injectable drug delivery space through novel device design
Debate how can we prepare for the regulatory impact of Brexit and the EU MDR on devices
Hear industry experts uncovering the latest advancements optimizing drug biologics to improve PFS delivery
Assess industry case studies exploring how to overcome challenges of extractables and leachables

View the full agenda and speaker line-up online: www.pre-filled-syringes.com/pharmajwl
Plus, pre-conference workshop day will be taking place on 14th January in London:
Workshop A: A Roadmap to Regulation Quality Management Systems and Technical Standards
Workshop B: Testing Requirements of Pre-Filled Syringes led by Horst Koller, CEO, HK Packaging Consulting GmbH
Workshop C: Extractables and Leachables: Considerations for PFS Platforms
EARLY-BIRD RATES:

BOOK BY 30TH SEPTEMBER AND SAVE £400
BOOK BY 31ST OCTOBER AND SAVE £200
BOOK BY 29TH NOVEMBER AND SAVE £100

Registrations can be made on the event website at: www.pre-filled-syringes.com/pharmajwl
Chairs for 2019:

James Mellman, Device Manager, Novartis
Anil Busimi, Strategy and Innovation Global Product Manager, SCHOTT

Featured speakers:

Abha Raveau-Violette, Device Manager, AstraZeneca
Amanda Matthews, Senior Director, Pfizer
Anil-Kumar Busimi, Strategy and Innovation, Senior Global Product Manager, SCHOTT
Benjamin Werner, Scientist, Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KG
Cedric Gysel, Healthcare Solutions Manager, Johnson & Johnson
Cinzia Rotella, Senior Materials Scientist, Sanofi
Clemens Guenther, Director Nonclinical Safety Consumer Care, Bayer
Colin Roscoe, Principal Human Factors Scientist, Teva Pharmaceuticals
Hiroki Hasegawa, Researcher, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc
James Mellman, Device Manager, Novartis A G
Kewei Yang, Pharmaceutical Scientist, Roche
Khaudeja Bano, Head of Medical Devices, Abbott Molecular Inc
Marion Westwood, Pharmaceutical Assessor, Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA)
Matthew Nicolas, Investigator, GlaxoSmithKline
Nicolas Eon, Senior Global Product Manager, SCHOTT
Olaf Lebau, Design Engineer for Medical Devices and Combination Products, Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH
Raphael Nudelman, Director of Chemical and Computational Toxicology, Teva Pharmaceuticals
Remy Vomscheid, Director, Devices Development & Technologies, IPSEN Pharmsciences
Torsten Kneuss, Quality Assurance Manager Combination Products, Bayer Pharma

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