U.S.-U.K Industry Dialogue on Bolstering Resilience and Security of the Bioeconomy

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September 25-26, 2024| Manchester, United Kingdom

The U.S. Department of State and the U.K. Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology will convene a two-day roundtable event in Manchester with industry representatives and experts from both the U.S. and U.K. to discuss issues critical to growing a safe, secure, and productive bioeconomy. This dialogue will foster productive transatlantic partnerships and exchanges on responsible biotechnology research and innovation, sensitive technology protections, and defense of intellectual property. 
On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, CRDF Global formally extends an invitation to register for the upcoming U.S. – U.K. Industry Dialogue on Bolstering Resilience and Security of the Bioeconomy. 
 

This in-person roundtable event will take place in the fall of 2024 in Manchester, U.K. There is no registration fee to attend this event, but participant registration is required. Once registered, you will receive a welcome packet which includes the agenda, venue details, and essential conference materials. Catered lunch and coffee breaks will also be provided. Please contact Ms. Julia Randels (jrandels@crdfglobal.org) with any questions or concerns.

Please ensure you bring your government/national ID upon arrival to the event for check-in and to verify your registration.  
 
Registration is open. Please note that all required fields must be completed in order for registration to be approved. Non-registered/approved attendees will not be admitted to participate. 

Roundtable Overview

The U.S. Department of State and the U.K. Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology will convene a two-day roundtable event in Manchester with industry representatives and experts from both the U.S. and U.K. to discuss issues critical to growing a safe, secure, and productive bioeconomy. 

Topics covered will include:
  • Global trends in biological proliferation threats
  • Twist Bioscience’s Approach to Reducing Biorisks (with Biosecurity Head James Diggans)
  • Biological risks and protecting your brand
  • Comparative perspectives on dual-use equipment and technology
  • HMG-led exercise

Target Audience

Industry representatives including: 

  • Equipment producers, manufacturers, and distribution companies
  • Suppliers and service providers supporting biotech innovation
  • Bio-Industry associations 
  • Those responsible for setting company policies and ensuring regulatory compliance 
  • Venture capital firms with a specialism in biotechnology


Terms & Conditions

  • Advance registration is mandatory and seating is limited.
  • Considering the topic, participants will be asked to agree to provide personal data upon registration. CRDF Global  will process all provided personal data in accordance with the GDPR Regulation of the European Union, please see CRDF Global's Data Privacy statement below.  


Free Registration and Participation

This event is offered free of charge. As space is limited, early registration is highly encouraged. Please contact Ms. Julia Randels at jrandels@crdfglobal.org with any questions. After receipt of your registration request, CRDF Global will confirm via email if you have been accepted for participation in the forum.

 


The roundtable is hosted in partnership with:

 

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REGISTRATION OPEN

* This training is intended for citizens of U.K. Any other registrants will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

CRDF Global is requesting this personally identifiable information (PII) solely for the purpose of identifying, reviewing, screening, and communicating with prospective participants and to meet donor reporting requirements. PII will be securely stored and only accessible to CRDF Global and will not be provided externally except to meet the above stated purposes.

View our full data privacy policy statement here:
https://crdfglobal.org/data-privacy-policy/