The 2026 AAPS National Biotechnology Conference (NBC) is scheduled for May 11-14, 2026, at the Sheraton San Diego Resort in San Diego, California.12410
Opening plenary by Thomas Hartung, M.D., Ph.D., from Johns Hopkins, on May 11 at 3 p.m., focusing on AI-integrated toxicology testing and New Approach Methods (NAMs).13
Closing plenary by Lingle Wang, Ph.D., from Schrödinger, on May 14 at 2:
45 p.m., on computational modeling for drug discovery.1
Conference features two tracks:
Advancing Novel Medicine through Precision Science and Patient-Centric Innovation, and Applying Translational Principles Across the Development Lifecycle.1510
Registration is now open at www.aaps.org/nbcreg, highlighting AI and computational drug discovery.1
Press release issued March 24, 2026, emphasizing biotechnology trends in biologics, advanced therapies, and innovative tools.1
Sources:
1. https://www.aaps.org/aaps/news/media/nbc26plenaries
2. https://www.biospace.com/events/2026-aaps-national-biotechnology-conference
3. https://www.contractpharma.com/breaking-news/aaps-announces-plenary-speakers-for-2026-national-biotechnology-conference/
4. https://www.selectscience.net/event/2026-aaps-national-biotechnology-conference