Upcoming Medical Conferences in London

Precision CRISPR: Drug Discovery and Gene Therapy Europe 2018 is organized by Hanson Wade and will be held from Oct 22 - 24, 2018 at Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington, London, England, United Kingdom. Through a dynamic program of focused sessions, interactive discussions and networking opportunities, you will leave this meeting with a deep understanding of: • the challenges in delivery and reducing off-target effects in ex vivo and in vivo gene therapies • how the likes of GSK, Novartis, AstraZeneca and more, work towards improving the efficacy of functional screening and drug discovery • the most recent gene editing techniques and Cas variants poised to make precise gene editing all that more precise Preview Agenda Highlights: • Discover how to detect in vitro and ex vivo cellular indel profiles and dynamics induced by different CRISPR/Cas9 delivery formats with insights from Eric Paul Bennett, University of Copenhagen • Explore how Jacob Corn, ETH Zurich is forwarding gene repair in Human Hematopoietic Stem Cells and progressing towards translation of gene editing therapies for sickle cell disease • Find out how Barry Rosen, VP, AstraZeneca is utilizing precise genome engineering to empower drug discovery Time: 08:00 to 17:00 Speakers: Jacob Corn, Professor, UZH, Fredrik Wermeling, Assistant Professor, Karolinska Institute , Eric Paul Bennett, Associate Professor, University of Copenhagen, Andrew Bassett, Head of Research (Cellular Operations), Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute, Quin Wills, Department Head, Cellular and Systems Genomics, Novo Nordisk Research Centre, Barry Rosen, VP and Senior Principal Scientist, AstraZeneca , Lorena Benedetti, Research Associate, KCL and The Francis Crick Institute Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

2nd Annual Gene Therapy for Rare Disorders Europe is organized by Hanson Wade and will be held from Oct 22 - 24, 2018 at Hotel Novotel London West, London, England, United Kingdom. Overcoming Analytical Challenges Encountered Throughout the Development of Gene Therapies Pre-Conference Workshop will be held on Oct 22, 2018. The target audience for this medical event is professionals that are already involved or about to embark in the gene therapy space. Conference Description : Gene Therapy for Rare Disorders Europe is the uniquely focused conference uniting industry leaders to discuss the late-stage challenges that need to be overcome to deliver more gene therapies to market. Now is a crucial time for the gene therapy field, as the ripple effects of the pioneering first US gene therapy approval are being felt globally, setting new benchmarks and posing unexpected questions. Gene Therapy for Rare Disorders Europe is the uniquely focused conference that will bring the leaders in this field together to discuss the critical factors involved in driving commercial success for gene therapies in the complex European landscape. Bringing together leading experts from innovative biotechs, large pharma, payers, investors and academics, this conference will present a comprehensive insight into the cutting edge progress of gene therapies combatting the rare disease. Rather than early-stage basic science, this meeting is solely devoted to addressing the latest clinical, manufacturing, regulatory and commercialization challenges facing this rapidly evolving field. This is a comprehensive guide to define your commercial path forward. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Gastrointestinal Healthcare Assistant study day is organized by St Mark's Academic Institute and will be held on Oct 22, 2018 at St. Mark's Hospital, Harrow, England, United Kingdom. Topics include informative sessions and workshops on: • Endoscopy • Intestinal failure • Inflammatory bowel disease • Stoma care • Bowel management • Pain • Colorectal outpatient clinics • Colorectal Cancer Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Pharmaceutical Packaging, Labelling and Artwork Origination is organized by Management Forum (Mf) Ltd and will be held from Oct 23 - 24, 2018 at The Cavendish Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event Artwork/Origination, Packaging Technology, Business Development, Project Management, Good Manufacturing, Purchasing, Practice, Quality Assurance /Control, Logistics, Regulatory Affairs, Packing/Design/Labelling, Technical Writing. Conference Description: This conference has been designed to present a number of important developments in pharmaceutical packaging and labeling regulations, standardization, technology, innovation and artwork origination. The importance of packaging and labeling trends to improve patient safety and compliance and increase efficiency will be a particular focus of this event. New technologies and packaging innovations will be discussed and examples and case studies will be illustrated. Benefits in Attending: • Gain an update on current regulatory issues and packaging changes • Comply with the Falsified Medicines Directive • Discover the latest anti-counterfeiting strategies • Hear about tamper verification features for medicinal packaging • Discuss country-specific ways to serialisation • Access key opinion leaders in packaging and labelling for the pharmaceutical industry • Hear the latest trends in packaging design and development • Understand how good design makes safer medicines • Gain an understanding of artwork asset management • Plan your packaging design to meet patient needs • Participate in practical round table discussions and workshops Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

European Paediatric Advanced Life Support (EPALS) course is organized by Resuscitation Council (UK) and will be held from Oct 23 - 24, 2018 at St George's Hospital, London, England, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is for healthcare professionals. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 10 continuing professional development (CPD) points. Course Description: Appropriate participants include doctors, nurses, and paramedics working in direct contact with children. All applicants must hold a current clinical appointment and professional healthcare qualification. Medical students in their final year of training can be accepted as candidates. Course Objectives: Undertaking the EPALS course should enable you to: • use the structured ABCDE approach for rapid assessment of the seriously ill child; • manage the sick child until the arrival of expert assistance; • facilitate the development of resuscitation team members and team leaders; • use a structured approach to communication amongst team members during an emergency situation Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Newborn Life Support (NLS) Course is organized by Resuscitation Council (UK) and will be held on Oct 24, 2018 at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, London, England, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is healthcare professionals involved in the delivery and care of the newborn infant. This includes both junior and senior medical and nursing staff, midwives, paramedics and resuscitation officers. All applicants must hold a professional healthcare qualification or be in training for a professional healthcare qualification. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 5 continuing professional development (CPD) points. Course Description: The course is run over one day. All candidates will be registered on the Learning Management System (LMS) to access the pre-course multiple choice questionnaire (MCQ), course evaluation and post course certificates. The course programme consists of lectures, skill stations and teaching simulations. Course Objectives are : The NLS course teaches the knowledge and skills required to: • approach the management of a newborn infant during the first 10-20 minutes in a competent manner • understand the processes underlying apnoea, bradycardia and poor condition at birth • deliver practical airway management and ventilatory support. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Immunology of Diabetes Society Congress is organized by Immunology of Diabetes Society (IDS) and will be held during Oct 25 - 29, 2018 at Queen Elizabeth II Centre, London, England, United Kingdom. This CME Conference has been approved for a maximum of 93 CPD credits. Who Should Attend? All researchers with an interest in the immunology of diabetes and autoimmunity as well as those interested in gaining a greater understanding of the disease and the development of new therapeutic strategies. This includes Ph.D. students and researchers at all levels including from junior postdocs to senior researchers in academia as well as industry representatives. The Immunology of Diabetes Society exists to bring together numerous strands of scientific endeavour to foster research related to the genetics and pathogenesis, prevention and cure of type 1 diabetes. The IDS International Congress acts as an international forum for scientific discussion of all aspects of the immunology of insulin-dependent diabetes, including studies of the genetics, immunology, prediction and prevention of the disease and of pancreatic transplantation, in animal models and humans. Prices: IDS / BSI Member: GBP 498 BSI Student Member: GBP 300 BSI Corporate Member: GBP 750 Non-Member: GBP 630 Non-Member Student: GBP 390 Non-Member Industry: GBP 900 Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR) Liver Imaging Workshop is organized by European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR) and will be held during Oct 25 - 26, 2018 at Park Plaza London Waterloo, London, England, United Kingdom. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Life Support (ALS) course is organized by Resuscitation Council (UK) and will be held on Oct 25, 2018 at King's College Hospital, London, England, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is for healthcare professionals. Course Description: The ALS course teaches the knowledge and skills required to: • recognize and treat the deteriorating patient using a structured ABCDE approach; • deliver standardized CPR in adults; • manage a cardiac arrest by working with a multidisciplinary team in an emergency situation; • utilize non-technical skills to facilitate strong team leadership and effective team membership. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Life Support (ALS) course is organized by Resuscitation Council (UK) and will be held on Oct 25 - 26, 2018 at Royal Brompton Hospital, London, England, United Kingdom. The target audience for this medical event is for healthcare professionals. Course Description: The ALS course teaches the knowledge and skills required to: • recognize and treat the deteriorating patient using a structured ABCDE approach; • deliver standardized CPR in adults; • manage a cardiac arrest by working with a multidisciplinary team in an emergency situation; • utilize non-technical skills to facilitate strong team leadership and effective team membership. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.