Discovery & Development US 2026
Hilton San Diego Bayfront, CA
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Where Big Attendance Meets Intimate Connections
Highlights of the Two-Day Event
October 12 - 13, 2026
Hilton San Diego Bayfront, CA
Cross-Programme Highlights
The AI & Digitalisation Zone will be hosted in the exhibition area and will serve as the central hub for AI-driven drug discovery, digital R&D, and next-generation platform technologies, bringing together innovators such as Recursion, Insitro, QT Sense, and other leaders across AI discovery platforms, cloud infrastructure, automation, bioinformatics, digital biology, academic hubs, and strategic pharma tech partners. This interactive space will feature poster presentations, live demos, and short tech talks, alongside an AI Networking Lounge and a coffee cart to foster meaningful connections and collaboration.
Join fellow industry leaders for an exclusive networking dinner designed to foster meaningful connections and conversations across the drug discovery, formulation, and delivery community. Limited seating available.
Bringing together leaders from drug discovery, formulation, and drug delivery, these interactive roundtables are designed to break down traditional silos and foster cross-functional collaboration. Through open discussion and peer-to-peer exchange, participants will explore how earlier alignment across target discovery, molecule design, developability, and delivery can improve decision-making, reduce risk, and ultimately accelerate the development of successful medicines:
• Where Will The Next Major Breakthroughs In Medicines Come From: Discovering Better Targets, Designing Better Molecules, Or Delivering Therapies More Effectively? - Moderated by Hyunhong James Min, Pfizer• From Discovery To Delivery: Turning Scientific Innovation Into Commercial Success - Moderated by Tuhin Das, Founder Fellow, University City Science Center
Our 'Women in Drug Discovery & Development' panel discussion brings together leaders and rising talent to explore career progression, leadership, and the evolving role of women across the drug discovery and development landscape. Through open discussion, the session will examine strategies for overcoming barriers, fostering mentorship and sponsorship, and driving greater diversity and influence in scientific innovation and decision-making.
Keynote Addresses
Richard Bonneau,
VP and Global Head of AI for Drug Discovery, Genentech/Roche,
Richard Bonneau is VP and Global Head of AI for Drug Discovery at Genentech and Roche. An internationally recognised leader in computational biology, his pioneering work in machine learning, protein structure prediction, and systems biology has helped transform how new medicines are discovered and developed.
Joseph Wu,
Director, Stanford Cardiovascular Institute & Co-Founder, Greenstone Biosciences
Joseph Wu is Director of the Stanford Cardiovascular Institute and one of the world's leading innovators in stem cell research, organoids, and AI-enabled drug discovery. A member of the National Academy of Medicine, his work is pioneering new approaches to disease modelling, precision medicine, and next-generation therapeutic development.
Other Highlights
Closed-door sessions offer an exclusive space for candid, off-the-record discussions. Connect with peers, share insights, and tackle the industry’s toughest challenges. Designed for executives shaping the future of the sector:
• Where Smart Capital Meets Science: Investing In The Next Wave Of Drug Discovery Innovation
Moderated by Sam Tetlow, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Grant Engine
• Beyond The Hype: AI, Data & The Industry Shift In Drug Discovery R&D
Featuring Insitro, Johnson&Johnson, & Eli Lilly
• Partnerships, Platforms Or Acquisitions: What Is The Winning Model For Brain Health Innovation?
Featuring Genentech, Vivtex, Ironwood Pharmaceauticals, & ValiRx
Connect and Network
Experience an event that celebrates meaningful, one-on-one connections in a dynamic, bustling atmosphere. With Drug Discovery US 2026, enjoy a vibrant crowd with the warmth of personal interactions and curated experiences
