Main Conference Day 3 (30th April 2026) - CET/CEST (Cent Europe Summer, GMT+2)
Accurate prediction of final clone performance and stability with AI/ML models
Utilising AI/ML for:
Reduction in number of clones required for downstream
Improving identification of top-tier producers
Overcoming data infrastructure and validation challenges for successful implementation into a GMP workflow
Phased implementation of an automated CLD platform
Challenges of integration new automation systems and technologies into legacy systems
The evolving role of the scientist: ‘collaborative intelligence’ model, upskilling to manage highly automated workflows
- Mario Gimona - Head of R&D 'Nanovesicular Therapeutics', Ludwig Boltzmann Institute of Nanovesicular Precision Medicine & Paracelsus Medical University, Austria
Transitioning from non-scalable adherent systems to robust high-density suspension processes for commercial AAV manufacturing
Maximizing viral particle yield with systematic triple-transfection process optimisation
Utilising perfusion strategies to improve full-to-empty capsid ratio
Overcoming the inherent variability of viral vector production by mastering process robustness & consistency
When is it beneficial to use continuous processing vs. traditional batch approach?
Factors to consider:
Scalability
Product Lifecycle
Facility fit
Cost effective roadmap and strategy
The Journey of implementing and validating a fully connected, end-to-end continuous purification workflow.
Overcoming challenges of integration, process control
Satisfying regulatory requirements
In-line QC
Mastering the critical process parameters of LNP manufacturing
Utilising tools such as microfluidic mixing systems to precisely control particle size and polydispersity.
Strategies to ensure consistent particle attributes and encapsulation efficiency from lab to GMP scale-up
- Lior Shaltiel - CEO, NurExone Biologic
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- Christian Witz - CEO, SimVantage GmbH
Strategic and technical challenges of pre-competitive data sharing
How pooling anonymised data can train more robust models
Governance framework for data sharing
Enabling truly powerful AI for process optimisation
- Maria Boulieri - Lead Privacy Counsel, Chiesi Group
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- Paula Meleady - Associate Professor, School of Biotechnology, Dublin City University
Improving genomic stability through identification of key compromised DNA repair pathways in industrial CHO lines
Restoring or enhancing DNA repair gene function with CRISPR-mediated editing
Reducing gene copy number loss
Improving long-term stability and consistency in engineered cell lines
Engineering the upstream process to control CQAs of the antibody backbone: improving conjugation efficiency and stability of subsequent ADCs
Implementing strategies to minimise aggregation and fragmentation.
Development of robust upstream processes to enable a more consistent/high-yield downstream conjugation process
- A Representative from Genmab - (Pending Final Confirmation), Genmab
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Approaching automation within buffer preparation: minimising resources needed
Technologies to automate:
In-line dilution and buffer stock management
Reducing footprint, minimising labour, ensuring consistency
Designing and qualifying a robust, end-to-end single-use fluid path for downstream
Mitigating risks:
Extractables and leachables (E&L)
Ensuring regulatory compliance
Unlocking efficiency, footprint reduction, and cost savings
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- Manel Juan - Head of the Immunology Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Spain
- Manel Juan - Head of the Immunology Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Spain
- Tiffany Rau, PhD - Adjunct Professor Biochemistry and Cell Biology, University College Cork, Ireland
- Peter Neubauer - Chair for Bioprocess Engineering, Berlin University of Technology (TU Berlin), Germany
- Christian Witz - CEO, SimVantage GmbH
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Pinpointing the bottlenecks: do the biggest barriers to productivity come from cell biology, media formulation, bioreactor hardware, or process control?
Will AI and synthetic biology drive progress to design ‘super-producer’ cell lines in silico?
Is a diverse range of hosts needed for new modalities, or will a single, universal platform (e.g. advanced CHO cell) dominate?
Unlocking the next order-of-magnitude increase in productivity: what breakthroughs are needed?
Pinpointing the bottlenecks: do the biggest barriers to productivity come from cell biology, media formulation, bioreactor hardware, or process control?
Will AI and synthetic biology drive progress to design ‘super-producer’ cell lines in silico?
Is a diverse range of hosts needed for new modalities, or will a single, universal platform (e.g. advanced CHO cell) dominate?
Unlocking the next order-of-magnitude increase in productivity: what breakthroughs are needed?
Approaching change on a large scale
Planning for phased implementation of sustainability practices
Seamless integration into existing workflows
Validation of new processes, technologies, etc.
Measurable impacts on carbon footprint
Evaluating performance, purity, and scalability of novel bio-based raw materials for buffer preparation.
Implementing green chemistry principles to reduce the environmental impact of chromatography.
Balancing green goals with economic reality and operational efficiency.
- Matthias Müllner - CEO, bespark*bio
- Mark Duerkop - Chief Executive Officer, Novasign, Austria
Identifying key cost drivers:
Raw Materials
QC
Labour
Etc.
How can targeted automation deliver efficiency?
Data-driven strategies to deliver significant cost reductions and open accessibility for patients worldwide
- Kat Kozyrytska - Founder, Cell Therapy Manufacturability Program
- Matthias Müllner - CEO, bespark*bio
- Mark Duerkop - Chief Executive Officer, Novasign, Austria
Identifying key cost drivers:
Raw Materials
QC
Labour
Etc.
How can targeted automation deliver efficiency?
Data-driven strategies to deliver significant cost reductions and open accessibility for patients worldwide
- Kat Kozyrytska - Founder, Cell Therapy Manufacturability Program
