NextGen Omics 2024

23 - 25 October 2024 | London, UK

NextGen Omics 2024 features 4 outstanding programmes, bringing together Europe’s most successful omics research experts under one roof.

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Overview Next Generation Sequencing & Clinical Diagnostics Single Cell Analysis Digital PCR CRISPR-based Medicine

Explore NextGen Omics 2024: Unlocking Future Insights in Multi-Omics Research

Join 700+ leaders, experts and researchers at our flagship NextGen Omics 2024, featuring the 16th Annual NGS & Clinical Diagnostics Congress, 12th Annual Single Cell & Spatial Analysis Congress and 6th Annual Digital PCR & Liquid Biopsies Congress and CRISPR-Based Medicine Congress

16th Annual Next Generation Sequencing & Clinical Diagnostics Congress

An intensive meeting with presentations from industry-leading researchers on the latest innovations in clinical genomics, multi omics, clinical diagnostics & omics bioinformatics. This must attend event will discuss the current state of the industry, looking at innovations in diagnostics development, clinical genomics, multi omics data analysis, integration & harmonisation. From new and exciting technologies to the latest in products & services, our conference will bring together leading research institutions & companies for engaging discussions, knowledge sharing and focused networking.

  • Hear from and meet with the key innovators in multi-omics. 2023 attendees included: Senior Director, Bristol Myers Squibb; Head of Molecular Biology, Cerevance; and Vice President, Evaxion Biotech
  • Take a deep dive into diagnostics approaches for infectious & non-infectious diseases, multi-omics in precision medicine, and microbiome profiling & analysis. Presentations will cover CRISPR-based diagnostics approaches, optimising therapeutic design for cell & gene therapies, and host-microbiome interactions
  • Discuss the pioneering developments in clinical genomics and multi-omics in cancer discovery. Hear about newborn screening, ML-driven target identification, and tools & approaches to understand tumour heterogeneity
  •  Over 100 case studies, presentations, and panel discussions focused on key issues such as clinical genomics, multi-omic data integration, NGS applications in the clinic, diagnostics development, and advanced bioinformatics

Agenda at a Glance


Day One | Track 1: Diagnostics Approaches for Non-Infectious Diseases in Pharma

Day One | Track 2: Diagnostics Approaches for Infectious Diseases in Pharma

Day One | Track 3: Bioinformatics Approaches, Methodologies & Technologies

Day One | Track 4: Leveraging Multi-Omics in Precision Medicine in Pharma

Day One | Track 5: Optimising Cell & Gene Therapies with Multi-Omics Approaches in Pharma

Day One | Track 6: Microbiome Profiling & Analysis

Day Two | Track 1: Clinical Genomics

Day Two | Track 2: Multi Omic Data Integration, Harmonisation & Analytics

Day Three | Track 1: NGS Applications in the Clinic for Diagnostics Development

Day Three | Track 2: Multi-Omics in Cancer Discovery in Pharma

12th Annual Single Cell & Spatial Analysis UK Congress

This focused event brings together leading single cell analysis and spatial biology experts for 2-days of cutting-edge discussions, engaging roundtables, topical panel discussions, in-depth workshops, and high-level presentations covering the latest emerging tools, technologies, applications, and case studies. From new insights to the latest products and services, join us to cover topical bioinformatics updates & clinical development success stories. 

  • Hear from and meet with the key innovators in single cell & spatial multi-omics representing internationally renowned academic institutions, research institutes and hospitals as well as global pharmaceutical organisations and leading biotech companies.
  • Discover collaborative solutions in novel single cell genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolic technologies. Presentations will include new techniques for single cell imaging, one pot assays, and scalable single cell analysis pipelines for drug development
  • Discuss the latest innovations pushing spatial technologies into the clinic. Take a deep dive into digital pathology, developing robust spatial markers, and AI-guided bioinformatics approaches
  • Join sessions focused on key topics in single cell & spatial analysis: from benchmarking single cell technologies and single cell multi-omics through to dissecting population dynamics using single cell analyses and multiplexed spatial phenotyping

Agenda at a Glance


Day Two | Track 1: Moving Towards the Use of Spatial Technologies in the Clinic

Day Two | Track 2: Emerging Technologies & Tools In Single Cell Analysis

Day Three | Track 1: Applications of Spatial Technologies & Bioinformatics

Day Three | Track 2: Applications of Single Cell Omics in Humans

6th Annual Digital PCR Congress

An intensive two-day meeting that will delve into the latest advancements in, and applications of, digital PCR technologies from integration to the utilisation of liquid biopsies in the management, detection, and treatment of cancer. Bringing together like-minded experts and facilitating meaningful collaborations & partnerships in the field, this is the event to attend & join representatives from leading academic & research institutions and organisations to stay at the forefront of research.

  • Hear from and meet with the key innovators in digital PCR & liquid biopsies. 2023 attendees included: Principal Investigator, World Health Organisation; Head of Molecular & Cellular Biology, MRC Harwell; and Associate Professor, Ghent University
  • Explore the growing role of digital PRC in microbiology with sessions looking into the detection of infectious disease, anti-microbial resistance, and microbial quantification
  • Discover collaborative solutions to Digital PCR advances, applications, integration & implementation. This focused event brings together key opinion leaders to discuss quality control of digital PCR assays and platforms, and optimisation of dPCR protocols to enhance diagnostic throughput
  • Discuss the latest innovations in liquid biopsies. Presentations will delve into integrating liquid biopsies into clinical development, liquid biopsy workflows and advances in analysing cell-free DNA, CTCs, cell-free RNA, micro-RNAs

Agenda at a Glance


Day One | Track 5: Digital PCR in Oncology & Microbiology

Day Two | Track 5: Liquid Biopsies for Early Detection, Diagnosis & Disease Monitoring

CRISPR-based Medicine Congress

An intensive two-day meeting where groundbreaking advancements meet pioneering minds. From refined detection techniques to tailored delivery methods like viral vectors and nanoparticles, key opinion leaders will be exploring the tools driving CRISPR-based medicine forward. Discussions will also delve into the integration of CRISPR-based functional genomics in drug discovery, unveiling advanced screening approaches, novel therapeutic target identification, and the synergy with omics-based strategies. Bringing together like-minded experts representing academic institutions and pharmaceutical & biotech companies, the event serves as a platform to facilitate meaningful collaborations & partnerships in the field to stay abreast of current industry trends & challenges.  

  • Hear from and meet with the key innovators in CRISPR-based medicine. Join key opinion leaders from academic & research institutions as well as pharma & biotech companies to explore CRISPR-based medicine development – tools, delivery approaches and CRISPR-based functional genomics in drug discovery  
  • Explore improved detection techniques and choosing the right genome editing approach whilst also taking a deep dive into targeted delivery approaches & the development of gene therapies  
  • Discover collaborative solutions to CRISPR-based functional approaches in drug discovery. Pharma leaders will be covering advances in screening approaches, functional genomics in disease modelling and identification and characterisation of novel therapeutic targets 
  • Discuss the latest innovations in CRISPR-based medicine. Presentations will be covering computational tools and algorithms to design gRNAs for the CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing systems, precision gene editing and CRISPR methods for genetic screens 

Agenda at a Glance


Day One | Track 6 - CRISPR-based Medicine Development: Tools & Delivery

Day Two | Track 6 - CRISPR-based Functional Genomics in Drug Discovery 

What to Expect

700

leading pharma, biotech, & academic delegates

50
hours of presentations, discussions & interactive content
13
hours of networking breaks, including speed networking & refreshments
210
hours of pre-arranged 1-2-1 meetings, facilitating business growth
Interactive Presentations
Exhibition Hall
Networking Drinks
Poster Display
Event App Swapcard

Networking & knowledge-sharing is at the heart of what we do. Alongside the innovative programme, attendees can engage in a variety of event features and make the most of participation in a range of experiences

  • Engaging Thought Leadership

    Over 100 dynamic interactive discussions, roundtables, and presentations curated with insights from top industry leaders and experts
  • Global Technological Showcase

    An international exhibition showcasing cutting-edge technologies and services from leading providers in the scientific field.
  • Networking Emphasis

    Unparalleled networking opportunities, including speed networking sessions, a vibrant drinks reception, and informal gatherings to foster meaningful connections
  • Innovative Poster Displays

    Inspiring poster displays and presentations unveiling the latest breakthroughs from emerging biotech, pharma, and academic institutions

Companies Represented Include

Biotech Innovation & Collaboration

Inspiring Tomorrow's Breakthroughs: Unleashing Innovation & Collaboration in NextGen Omics Research, Development & Applications

Join engaging presentations featured in our innovation and collaboration tracks, inspiring growth and creating space for collaboration opportunities for all who attend. The core attendee mix includes early-stage and emerging biotech or (academic) spinoff companies developing their own platforms or technologies with fewer than 30 employees.  

The Innovation & Collaboration track will be comprising of 10-minute presentations and focused panel discussion sessions, encouraging networking, facilitating collaborations & showcasing emerging innovations in nextgen omics research, development & applications.

Featuring Attendees from Biotech and/or (Academic) Spinoff Companies Interested In: 

  • Seeking collaboration partners with pharma and solution providers 
  • Discovering new investment opportunities with pharma 
  • Learning about the latest industry trends & challenges  
  • Keeping updated with new innovations and technology solutions 
  • Showcasing their company profile to a targeted and engaged audience 

2024 Young Scientist Awards (YSA) for Best Poster Presentation

The NextGen Omics Young Scientist Awards include the best poster presentation award and are intended to honour an outstanding individual performance for a scientific work by a PhD student, PostDoc or early career scientist.

Please submit your poster presentation by no later than 25th September 2024 in the below categories:

  • NGS & Clinical Diagnostics
  • Single Cell & Spatial Analysis 
  • Precision Medicine
  • CRISPR Applications & Editing 
  • DPCR & Liquid Biopsies
  • Microbiome

  • Student (PhD), PostDoc or early career scientist under 35 years of age. Proof must be provided via an active student ID card or a copy of status
  • Applicants must be the first AND presenting author of the submitted paper and register for the meeting by 25th September 2024
  • ONLY ONE YSA submission per person will be accepted. If authors submit multiple abstracts for consideration for the YSA, only one abstract will be taken into consideration for the YSA

Applicants must follow the procedure as follows:

  1. Register and submit an abstract  using the registration link to the left on this page
  2. Once registered you will be provided with the online abstract submission form
  3. Prepare the poster or platform and present it (The poster presenter should be at the poster during all breaks.)
  4. The 3 winners with the highest scores will be announced at the drinks reception on the 23rd October 2024
  5. The winners’ 10-minute oral presentations will take place on the 24th October 2024.

 

Applicants must follow the procedure as follows:

  1. Register and submit an abstract by 25th September 2024 using the registration link to the left on this page
  2. Once registered you will be provided with the online abstract submission form
  3. Prepare the poster or platform and present it (The poster presenter should be at the poster during all breaks.)
  4. The 3 winners with the highest scores will be announced at the drinks reception on the 23rd October 2024
  5. The winners’ 10-minute oral presentations will take place on the 24th October 2024.

The platform or poster presentation will be evaluated by senior scientists (consisting of our speaking and steering group committee for the Omics series) on the basis of originality of the approach and quality of the work (e.g. appropriate methodology, interpretation of results, conclusiveness). All participants will receive the scoring and comments after the annual meeting via email.

The 3 winners receiving the highest scores will be announced at the drinks reception on the 23rd October 2024 and will be given a trophy as well as £1,000 contribution towards travel costs. Oxford Global will also provide winners with Omics PLUS Pass – 12 months access to Omics Series events and PLUS Pass online platform.

For further information contact help@oxfordglobal.com

Meet Our Expert Speakers

NextGen Omics 2024 again brings together a panel of prominent leaders and scientists, sharing new case studies, innovative, data and industry outlooks.

Below are some of our featured speakers:

Bozena Kaminska
Professor,
Nencki Institute
Michael Oellerich
Distinguished Research Professor of Clinical Chemistry,
Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Naveed Ishaque
Research Group Leader,
Berlin Institute of Health at Charité University Hospital
Pedro Cutillas
Professor of Cell Signalling & Proteomics,
Queen Mary University of London
Sophia Tsoka
Reader in Bioinformatics,
King's College London
Tootie Bueser
Director of Nursing & Midwifery,
South East Genomic Medicine Service Alliance

All Speakers

Andrew Beggs
Professor,
University of Birmingham
Fiona Byrne
Senior Laboratory Research Scientist,
Francis Crick Institute
Gary Saunders
Director of Digital Transformation,
EATRIS, The European Infrastructure for Translational Medicine
Jan Lukas Robertus
Consultant Histopathologist and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer,
Royal Brompton & Harefield NHS Foundation Trust
Massimo Delledonne
Prof,
University of Verona
Maté Ongenaert
Senior scientist computational biology,
Johnson & Johnson
Mohamed Abouelhoda
Chairman, Computational Sciences Department, Center for Genomic Medicine,
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
Patrick Descombes
Group Leader genomics,
Société des Produits Nestlé SA Nestlé Research Switzerland
Raffaele Calogero
Professor,
University of Torino
Simona Giunta
Associate Professor,
Sapienza University of Rome
Stefano Indraccolo
Group Leader,
IRCCS
Suresh Poovathingal
Head of Single Cell & Microfluidics Expertise unit,
KU Leuven

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Plan Your Visit

Novotel London West

1 Shortlands,
Hammersmith International Ctre,
London, W6 8DR

Just minutes from three of London's main tube lines (Piccadilly, District and Hammersmith & City) and located in the heart of Hammersmith; Novotel London West is ideally located for trips to Westfield London, Harrods & Kensington High Street. Also conveniently located to Heathrow Airport with excellent road and rail links to the rest of the UK. This large and modern hotel offers on-site parking (chargeable), fitness suite and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.

By Air

London Heathrow Airport - Novotel London West is accessible from Heathrow via the Underground on the Piccadilly Line - fares cost around £5 into Central London. A taxi from the airport will take approximately 20 minutes and will cost around £30 - £40.

London Gatwick Airport - The Gatwick Express runs every 15 mins - take it to Victoria station, and then get the District line to Hammersmith (about 15 mins). A taxi from the airport will take around 60 mins and cost between £65 - £80.

By Underground & Bus

Hammersmith Underground Station is adjacent to the hotel (3 minutes walk) with access to the Piccadilly, District and Hammersmith & City Lines. When exiting Hammersmith station, turn right and walk across the bus station. Cross over the roads using the island and keep on the right-hand side of Hammersmith Road. Continuing walking for 2 mins, and the hotel is accessible via stone steps.

For buses in central London, take route numbers 9 and 10. The main coach station (London Hammersmith) is 3 minutes walk away.

By Rail

The closest National Rail train station is Kensington Olympia (20 minutes walk).

By Car

Leave the A4 at the Hammersmith turning and proceed along Hammersmith Bridge Road to the large roundabout underneath the flyover. Take the fifth exit off the roundabout. Then turn left into Shortlands - the main hotel entrance and parking will be on your left-hand side.

Parking

Novotel London West offers over 240 on-site car parking spaces (charged per hour for residents parking). For further information including a map and full directions, please visit: www.novotel.com/gb/hotel-0737-novotel-london-west/index.shtml

Information regarding accommodation for this event will be added soon

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