PROTEIN SCIENCES IN DRUG DISCOVERY 2024
The 2024 Protein Science in Drug Discovery ELRIG meeting will be held at Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Cambridgeshire, UK in partnership with the Protein Society.
The meeting will host leading scientists from industry and academia and will aim to focus on the application of emerging areas of Protein Science to the challenges of modern drug discovery. The interactive 2-day event will include 4 sessions. The sequential sessions will cover high throughput methods for protein expression, approaches for generation of antigens for antibody and vaccine discovery, analytical techniques to interrogate protein quality and the application of cryo-EM for druggability. In addition, sequence-based predictive methods will be discussed.
Join scientists from academia, pharma, biotech and CRO´s to hear cutting-edge science, network and visit the vendor booths.
TRACK INFORMATION
DAY 1 – MON 18TH NOV
TRACK 1 – AM
Generation of Antigens for Drug Discovery
TRACK CHAIRS: Kate Smith (GSK) & Ben Kemp (Agenus)
Abstract
Antigen production is a critical but often overlooked area of antibody and vaccine drug discovery. In a landscape where therapeutic antibody and vaccine targets grow increasingly complicated, exceptional antigen production has never been more vital. This session will explore approaches for designing and optimising antigens and how the optimal antigen can shape antibody and vaccine discovery pipelines leading to the best candidate drugs.
TRACK 2 – PM
Protein biophysics at different stages of drug discovery.
TRACK CHAIRS: Laura S Itzhaki (University of Cambridge) & Shane Chandler (GSK)
Abstract
Protein biophysics has pushed forward the boundaries of drug discovery. In this session we will hear how researchers are expanding the biophysics arsenal to enable us to tackle challenging targets, understand mechanisms of action, and develop biologics and other drugs better and faster.
DAY 2 – TUES 19TH NOV
TRACK 1 -AM
High-throughput in silico and experimental approaches to accelerate protein generation.
TRACK CHAIRS: Lovisa Holmberg-Schiavone (AZ) & James Love (Novo Nordisk)
Abstract
Protein generation is a key for successful drug discovery. In this session we will focus on in silico desgin approaches, automated high-throughput experimental approaches and the interface between the two, with the aim to identify conditions for well behaving constructs and proteins to accelerate drug discovery.
TRACK 2 – PM
Cryo-EM in Drug Discovery: From protein to structure to dynamics.
TRACK CHAIRS: Vanita Sood (Fable Therapeutics) & Radoslav Enchev (Francis Crick Institute)
Abstract
The structure and motion of proteins at the atomic level are key elements of target druggability. In this session, we will explore how major advances in the field of cryo- electron microscopy have opened a window to understanding and harnessing protein structure & dynamics to develop superior drugs.
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SPEAKERS
POSTER SUBMISSION AT PROTEIN SCIENCES IN DRUG DISCOVERY 2024
How to submit a poster:
To submit a poster application for Protein sciences in Drug Discovery 2024, you must first register for the event and indicate if you wish to submit a poster and be considered for a flash poster presentation. A link to the poster portal will be available in your registration confirmation email.
PLEASE NOTE: We have limited capacity for posters on site and they will be accepted on a first come first served basis, when capacity is reached a holding list will be opened and you will be notified if spaces become available.
Poster Deadlines:
To be considered for an oral flash poster presentation in the Exhibition space please have your title & abstract submitted by 21st October The deadline for all posters for general display abstract & title 3rd November
Poster Acceptance:
The author will be held responsible for false statements, the scientific judging panel will ensure the poster is relevant to the event content. Successful poster applications will be notified via email and the poster display number will be given approximately two weeks before the event.
During the event:
A board will be available with your poster number and Velcro strips to affix your poster (your poster must be A0 portrait).
Poster sessions will take place for 30-minute in the networking session at the end of Day 1 and for 30 mins during the lunchbreak on Day 2. You will be expended to be at your poster during these times to answer questions from delegates.
A Poster Prize will be awarded for Best Early Career Professional Poster, the posters will be judged (you will not need to be at your poster during judging) and the prize awarded during the opening session on day 2 of the event. (Tues 19th Nov)
During registration you will be asked if you identify as an ECP – An Early Career Professional (ECP) can be a student in higher education undertaking an undergraduate or postgraduate degree (including PhD), or within 5 years of finishing higher education and starting their career in life sciences and drug discovery. These ECPs are critical contributors to ELRIG, bringing new science, fresh ideas and energy to every event.
The prize is a glass trophy and £250, which can be accepted, donated to your lab or donated to a charity of your choice.
All posters will need to be collected at the end of the event and removed from site; any posters left at the end of the event will be disposed of.
Flash Poster presentations:
This is an opportunity to showcase your poster in a Flash presentation to the ELRIG community, if your poster is chosen you will need to prepare a 1 slide PowerPoint presentation to last no more than 3 minutes. The scientific judging panel will review the posters submitted for Flash poster presentations and if successful you will receive confirmation from the ELRIG Team two weeks prior to the event.
If you have any questions about posters please email us at events@elrig.org – Thank you
VENUE
Hinxton Hall Conference Centre
Wellcome Genome Campus
Hinxton
Cambridgeshire
CB10 1RQ
Looking for accommodation? Follow the link below and add the booking code ELRIG2024, select arrival and departure date, choose number of guests and click search
A complimentary bus is being providing from Cambridge train station and Trumpington Park & Ride to Hinxton Hall, to reserve your seat follow the link below and complete your details and select your journey requirements.
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DELEGATE FAQS
Are ELRIG events really FREE to attend? Yes ELRIG events are FREE to attend.
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How do I register to attend Protein Science 2024? Registration will be open soon. This event is free to attend.
How do I change / cancel my registration? When you first made your registration, you were asked to create a password : this password + your e-mail address will allow you to re-enter the system at any time, and update or cancel your registration.
If you cannot remember your password, follow the link to reset your password on the registration page
Delegates : What do I need to bring with me? Please save your ticket to your smart device or print a copy. Upon arrival at the venue visit the ELRIG registration and scan the QR Code. Your badge will be automatically printed. If you forget or lose your QR Code you can enter your email address to print your badge.
Can I register on arrival? Yes you can. We would prefer that register before the event but if you have not, you can register at the ELRIG registration desk.
How do I cancel my registration if I cannot come? A link for cancellations will be available soon, please check back