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Swiss Cell & Gene Summit
13 Oct 2026 · 11:00 – 13:15 · Superlab Suisse Schlieren AG
About this event
The inaugural Swiss Cell & Gene Summit brings together innovators, clinicians, investors, and manufacturing experts to discuss the future of advanced therapeutics. The conference highlights how combining Swiss scientific excellence with China's rapid clinical development momentum can accelerate cell and gene therapy programs.
What to expect
- Keynote presentations on cutting-edge gene therapy technologies and clinical derisking
- Expert perspectives on the Swiss innovation ecosystem and market opportunities in China
- An interactive panel exploring international partnership models for clinical trials
- An extensive networking lunch to foster global collaborations
Agenda
1. Welcome & opening remarks Dr. Martin Kessler introduces the summit 2. Keynote: Adapting gene therapy to a new era Prof. Luk H. Vandenberghe discusses shorter derisking and durable value 3. Switzerland's CGT ecosystem Dr. Anne Marie de Jonge-Schuermans outlines local innovation drivers 4. CGT market & strategy in China Shirley Zhu provides market insights 5. Coffee break Refreshments and informal exchange 6. Connecting Swiss innovation & Chinese excellence Dr. Wei Wang and Dr. Martin Kessler on IIT access and clinical execution 7. Panel discussion Multi-stakeholder debate on cross-border value creation, moderated by Dr. Eduard Ayuso 8. Networking lunch & closing discussion Connect with peers and discuss partnership routes
Who should attend
This event is designed for cell and gene therapy innovators, clinical researchers, biotech entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and pharmaceutical manufacturing professionals.
About the host
DINAMIQS is a specialized contract development and manufacturing organization providing comprehensive viral vector solutions to advance gene therapy pipelines.
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