Conference Agenda

• 08:00 AM - 08:50 AM |
• 50 Minutes

Kick off your conference experience by checking in at our registration desk. Collect your event materials and enjoy a selection of refreshments. It's the perfect time to mingle with fellow attendees and set the tone for an engaging and informative event

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• 08:50 AM - 09:00 AM |
• 10 Minutes

Begin your conference journey with a warm welcome from our esteemed Chairperson

Paul Agapow

Advisor

Bayezian

• 09:00 AM - 09:25 AM |
• 25 Minutes

This presentation demonstrates how AI-driven NLP and generative workflows are revolutionising oncology drug development by streamlining literature searches and systematic reviews

• Enhanced Literature Discovery​
• Generative AI for Literature Analysis​
• Future Evolution of AI in Literature Reviews

Aneeq Ur Rehman

Senior Data Scientist (AI/NLP Specialist)

AstraZeneca

Doyin Agbonin

Senior Clinical Information Scientist

AstraZeneca

• 09:25 AM - 09:50 AM |
• 25 Minutes

Julie Klint

Director, Head of Molecular Discovery & Enabling Technologies division

Lundbeck

• 09:50 AM - 10:15 AM |
• 25 Minutes

Afroditi Avgerinou

Real World Data Excellence - AI, Data & Analytics (AIDA)

Pfizer

• 10:15 AM - 10:55 AM |
• 40 Minutes

Over the past few years, the biopharmaceutical industry has dramatically transformed, accelerating drug approvals from years to months and rapidly scaling manufacturing capacities. This unprecedented shift has unlocked remarkable innovation but also introduced new challenges, including inefficient resource allocation, manual workflows, and operational complexity. Digital twins and AI-driven technologies offer practical solutions that promise to revolutionize biopharma labs—transitioning to paperless operations, significantly enhancing efficiency, and driving cost reductions. Join us to explore practical use cases, successes, challenges, and bold strategies for leveraging integrated data systems and digital innovations to fully realize the potential of biopharma manufacturing in the lab of the future.

Sachin Sontakke

Head of Data and Analytics | R&D, PDM, Tech Ops

Gilead Sciences

Pooja Arora

Principal Healthcare & Life Sciences SME

Thoughtworks

• 10:55 AM - 11:20 AM |
• 25 Minutes

Network over morning coffee or tea, exchanging business cards or using our app's QR code scanner for easy contact sharing. A prime moment for engaging discussions and new connections.

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• 11:20 AM - 11:45 AM |
• 25 Minutes

Staying ahead of the curve in pharmaceutical and healthcare research requires adopting innovative technologies to streamline processes and enhance productivity. Traditional literature reviews are often time-consuming and labour-intensive, involving extensive search, extraction, and synthesis of scientific data. This can lead to inefficiencies and potential inaccuracies, which hinder timely decision-making and knowledge generation. We will talk about AI-Assisted Literature Review which using cutting-edge AI technologies to accelerate and enhance the scientific literature review process, whilst maintaining rigor and trustworthiness. Use cases from pharma and healthcare will be shared.

Jane Reed

Director, Life Sciences NLP

IQVIA

Jay Nanavati

Head of Advanced AI

IQVIA

• 11:45 AM - 12:10 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Rafik Fellague-Chebra

Executive Global Group medical Director

Novartis Oncology

• 12:10 PM - 12:35 PM |
• 25 Minutes

• The Problem with Protocol Design
• The AI Advantage and Impact on Protocol Design
• Case Study

Pedro Coelho

CEO and Founder

Biorce

• 12:35 PM - 13:00 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Marius Quadflieg

Product Owner and MLOps Engineer

Roche

• 13:00 PM - 13:40 PM |
• 40 Minutes

Enjoy a luncheon while networking with peers and exploring exhibitor booths. This is an ideal time to engage with industry leaders, delve into innovative solutions, and forge valuable connections in a collaborative atmosphere.

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• 13:40 PM - 14:05 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Allan Christian Shaw

Corporate Vice President, Data & Knowledge Discovery

Novo Nordisk

• 14:05 PM - 14:30 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Adrian Cassidy

Head Global Evidence Generation

Novartis

• 14:30 PM - 14:55 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Selena Baset

Senior Information Architect

Roche

• 14:55 PM - 15:20 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Nicolas Rudinger

Director, Principal Product Lead

Bayer Pharmaceuticals

• 15:20 PM - 15:45 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Paolo Malerba

Strategy Lead - Knowledge Management

Novartis

• 15:45 PM - 16:10 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Refresh with a tea or coffee break, using this time to continue networking. It's a perfect opportunity to discuss ideas, share experiences, and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting.

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• 16:10 PM - 16:35 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Adam Taylor

Director, Data Science

AstraZeneca

• 16:35 PM - 17:00 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Michal Shaked

Research Scientist

Novo Nordisk

• 17:00 PM - 17:30 PM |
• 30 Minutes

• How pharmaceutical companies are adopting AI to discover new drugs and improve existing ones, and the impact this is having on their R&D strategies
• How AI is not just a tool for research but is reshaping business models, leading to collaborations with tech companies, the rise of AI-driven biotech firms, and changes in investment strategies
• Strategies to maximize AI & ML's impact in drug discovery and development
• Mitigating risks and uncertainties in drug development through AI. Explore how AI is being used to navigate the complexities of both early-stage discovery and late-stage clinical trials

• 17:30 PM - 17:55 PM |
• 25 Minutes

Matthew Arnold

Director, Healthcare Analytics

AstraZeneca

• 17:55 PM - 18:00 PM |
• 5 Minutes

Paul Agapow

Advisor

Bayezian

• 18:00 PM - 18:40 PM |
• 40 Minutes

Wrap up the day with evening drinks and lively conversations. A relaxed setting to network, share insights from the day, and enjoy the company of fellow attendees.

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