#AABB24: AABB Highlights Biotherapies Sessions and Events at 2024 AABB Annual Meeting

AABB is excited to welcome biotherapies enthusiasts and professionals from throughout the world to the 2024 AABB Annual Meeting, this year taking place Oct. 19-22 in Space City – Houston, Texas. Highlights of the upcoming meeting for biotherapies professionals include:

• “Sterility Testing for Cellular Therapies: Updates and Challenges. What should we be doing?” taking place 9:45–10:45 a.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 19.
• “Enhancing Laboratory Competency with AI: Meeting AABB Standards for Cell Processing Facilities and Blood Banks,” taking place 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 19.
• “Critical Role of an Assay Lifecycle in Analytical Development for Cell and Gene Therapy Products,” taking place 1:45–2:45 p.m. CT on Saturday, Oct. 19.
• “The AABB Cellular Starting Material Forum: From Consent to Characterization – Enhancing Allogeneic Donor Practices,” taking place  9:30 –11 a.m. CT on Monday, Oct. 21.
• “Overview of Cell-Based Biologics Manufacturing as a Contracted Service Monday,” taking place 3:30–5 p.m. CT on Monday, Oct. 21.
• “Solve It! Scenarios in Apheresis and Cellular Therapy,” taking place 3:30 – 5 p.m. CT on Monday, Oct. 21.
• “Beyond CAR T: Non-Conventional Applications of CAR Technology in Biotherapies,” taking place 8:30-10 a.m. CT on Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Open-Mic Sessions at the Biotherapies Pavilion

Back by popular demand, the Biotherapies Pavilion is a specially designed networking space within the Exhibit Hall to provide biotherapies companies with new and curated opportunities to connect with key audiences and gain access to all that the 2024 AABB Annual Meeting has to offer. 

Returning to the Biotherapies Pavilion this year are industry expert open-mic conversations – a highlight from the 2023 meeting. AABB is excited to announce the schedule for this year’s 45-minute open-mic sessions has now been confirmed and will feature: 

Maintaining and Retaining a Qualified Cell Therapy Workforce

Ignacio Nunez, CellReady | Sunday, 2 p.m. CT

Learn from Ignacio Nunez’s success at CellReady as he discusses key strategies for hiring and retaining top talent. He’ll cover what he values in education and experience, workforce sourcing and share ideas for strengthening a cell therapy manufacturing team.

Utilization of Generative AI in Regulatory and Quality GXP Systems

Jyo Biswas, ThinkTrends | Sunday, 3:30 p.m. CT

Dive into the future of regulatory and quality systems with Jyo Biswas as he shares his insights into the exciting potential of generative AI in GXP environments. Learn how AI can enhance processes in ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Shaping How Cell Therapy Manufacturers Approach New Product Launches

Tracey Hlucky and Jeff Schacherl, Kite Pharma | Monday, 11:30 a.m. CT

Join a conversation on identifying and addressing the complexities of expanding cell therapy product indications and launching new commercial products. Hlucky and Schacherl will discuss different approaches to training and pinpoint areas where standardization is essential to ensure a successful product launch.

Emerging Challenges and Solutions in the CGT Supply Chain

Mark Sawicki, Cryoport Systems | Monday, 2:30 p.m. CT

As the number of biotherapies available to patients increases, coordinating CGT product manufacturing and delivery is becoming increasingly complex. Join Mark Sawicki to explore critical challenges and cutting-edge solutions to keep these products safe and effective while relying on industry collaboration.

Biotherapies Networking and Other Events

Don’t miss these opportunities to further connect and network with fellow biotherapies enthusiasts and professionals:

Getting Started in Processing for Biotherapies Book Launch

Saturday 5 p.m. CT at the Biotherapies Pavilion in the Exhibit Hall

Join us for the book launch celebration of AABB’s newest publication, Getting Started in Processing for Biotherapies. Yossi Schwartz, MD, MPH, CABP, the book’s editor, will share insights on the importance of this essential publication.

CABP Celebration Hour

Monday 1-2 p.m. CT at the Biotherapies Pavilion in the Exhibit Hall

Current and future CABPs, join AABB for an engaging discussion about the AABB Certified Advanced Biotherapies Professional (CABP) Credentialing Program. Hear from recent CABPs on how they prepared, discover the latest resources available for exam preparation, connect with fellow professionals and take part in a Q&A session to get all your questions answered.