2012 Meetings, Courses and Workshops

April 18-22   Coral Gables, FL

Immunogenicity of Biopharmaceuticals: Shaping the future

This Coral Gables Symposium provides a unique forum for thought leaders to address the principal concerns regarding the immunogenicity of biopharmaceuticals; in their development, regulation, and clinical use.   
The symposium provides delegates with a convivial environment designed to foster the  exchange of ideas and facilitate the establishment of improved approaches to the major challenges confronting those active in the field. Information on the conference and registration is available at www.coralgablessymposia.org.  

April 30-May 2    Boston, MA

IBC Biological Assay Development, Validation, & Maintenance Conference

Bioassay scientists are now reaching out and utilizing new technology at a dizzying rate. Quality-by-Design validations are becoming common, statistical tools are implemented during development and cells are being developed for single use applications.
IBC's 22nd International Biological Assay conference is the must attend event for bioassay professionals who want to keep up with these changes. This informative, interactive conference is where scientists gather to discuss the real technical hurdles and how to overcome them. For additional information visit www.ibclifesciences.com.

September 26-28   Lisbon, Portugal

BEBPA's 5th Annual Bioassay Conference

This bioassay conference is designed specifically for the bioassay scientist and manager in the biopharmaceutical industry. The audience is comprised mostly of Heads of Analytical Development, Quality Control/Assurance and Regulatory Affairs from large and small biopharmaceutical companies. This conference allows you to network with an international group from companies developing biotherapeutics worldwide. Scientists, Statisticians and Regulatory Professionals all gather at this conference and hammer out the best practices for this critical field.

December 4-5   Rockville, MD

5th USP Bioassay Workshop

Building on past workshops, this workshop will focus on the use of bioassay data sets and case studies to address compliance challenges as new USP Chapters move toward official status. Additional information will be posted on the USP Website, www.usp.org.