Drug Discovery 2026

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14-15 October 2026

Location

London, UK

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Event Overview

ELRIG’s Drug Discovery is coming back to ExCel, London in 2026! 

Follow us on social media to find out when registration opens, the scientific themes and our curated speaker line up and more!


Book your accommodation now 

Reserve your accommodation now and take advantage of the best prices with our registration & accommodation partner MICE Concierge Ltd

Sponsorship Opportunites

We have several sponsorship opportunities available to our vendors that can provide a wide range of new and exciting benefits for your organisation. We are also happy to discuss a tailored package to suit your budget. Contact us on info@elrig.org.

What is ELRIG's Breakthrough Zone?

ELRIG’s Breakthrough Zone gives your startup the visibility it needs to gain traction in the drug discovery community. As a leading scientific conference provider in Europe, our events attract pharma, biotech, and academic experts—your ideal early adopters, customers, and collaborators.

Connect with decision-makers, spark collaborations, and get your innovation in front of those who can take it to the next level.

To be eligible to participate in the Breakthrough Zone and enter the ELRIG Innovation Award competition, your company should have fewer than 25 full-time employees and/or a turnover < £2.5M.

What's included?

  • Two passes to the conference
  • An A0 poster space with tabletop
  • Blinded GDPR-compliant delegate list
  • Access to lead capture via the event app
  • Opportunity to win ELRIG’s Innovation Award
    • The winner will  give a 10 minute auditorium presentation on Day 2 and get their fee refunded
    • Runners-up will get a flash presentation in the Breakthrough Zone Theatre
  • Affordable pricing, only £500 + VAT

How do I apply?

The Breakthrough Zone at ELRIG’s Drug Discovery 2026 is an opportunity for start-up companies to showcase their science. To be eligible to participate in the Breakthrough Zone and enter the ELRIG Innovation Award competition, your company should have fewer than 25 full-time employees and/or a turnover < £2.5M.

ELRIG Innovation Award

Applications open to all confirmed participants of the Breakthrough Zone at Drug Discovery 2026

AWARD PRIZE INCLUDES:

  • Opportunity to give a 10-minute talk on the main stage at Drug Discovery 2026, reaching over 3000 delegates
  • Your registration fee refunded

DETAILS TO NOTE:

Registration for the Breakthrough Zone must be completed in advance of applying for the award.

The ELRIG Innovation Award winner will be notified in advance to give time to prepare the 10 minute talk to be shared at the conference.

We recognise the vital role that young companies play in driving innovation, so to support and amplify their contributions we’re delighted to bring the the ELRIG Breakthrough Zone to Drug Discovery 2026 again!

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