Pre-Conference Workshops

9:00 am Registration & Morning Coffee

10am
Workshop A

Investigating the Science of Synthetic Genomes & Organs for Effective Functional Enhancement

  • Gregory Linshiz Associate Director - Synthetic Biology, Replay
  • Jaspreet Khurana Director, Platform & Discovery, Strand Therapeutics Inc.
  • Mo Ebrahimkhani Associate Professor & Director, Laboratory Synthetic Morphogenetics & Tissue Ecology, University of Pittsburgh
  • Steve Santoro Senior Director - Translational Sciences, Arsenal Bio
  • Ron Weiss Professor - Biological Engineering, MIT

Synopsis

Brainstorm recent advancements in genomics, tissue engineering, and the potential of synthetic elements like

cytokines, logic gating, and CARs with industry experts. Leave with a 101 guide on creating synthetic organs, tissue

repair, and functional enhancement, equipping yourself and your team with the latest knowledge in this dynamic field.

This workshop will gather experts to discuss:

  • The latest advancements in synthetic genomics and tissue engineering
  • The potential of synthetic cytokines, promoters, logic gating, multiplexing and CARs
  • Different considerations for creating synthetic organs and repairing damaged tissues

1:00 pm Lunch Break & Networking

2pm
Workshop B

Validating Assays & Achieving Market Approval to Advance Towards cGMP Manufacturing

Synopsis

commercialization. Overcome challenges and learn best practices for transitioning from research to production scale,

accelerating your pipeline smoothly.

This workshop will gather experts to discuss:

  • Strategies for experimental assay validation and ensuring regulatory compliance
  • Navigating the path towards cGMP manufacturing and commercialization
  • Overcoming challenges and best practices in transitioning from research to production scale

5:00 pm Close of Workshop Day