Where Science Meets Innovation in Drug Discovery
USG United Scientific Group is thrilled to announce the Eleventh edition of its "International Conference on Drug Discovery and Lead Optimization" set to take place from October 13-15 in the vibrant city of Houston, TX. Following the success of our previous ten editions, we are excited to once again bring together a diverse and dynamic group of scientists, researchers, industry experts, and students for a stimulating series of presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities.
The 11th International Conference on Drug Discovery & Lead Optimization (Drug Discovery-2027) is a premier scientific platform dedicated to advancing drug discovery, innovative therapeutic development, and next-generation pharmaceutical research. As the pharmaceutical landscape continues to evolve, Drug Discovery-2027 will focus on the transformative role of advanced technologies in accelerating the discovery and development of safer, more effective, and targeted therapeutics. The conference will highlight cutting-edge approaches, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, generative AI for drug design, computational drug discovery, molecular modeling and simulation, structure-based and ligand-based drug design, high-throughput screening, omics-driven drug discovery, and advanced predictive modeling.
Join us at Drug Discovery-2027 to explore scientific breakthroughs, discover emerging technologies, build valuable collaborations, and contribute to the next generation of drug discovery and therapeutic innovation.
Why Participate in Drug Discovery-2027
- Global Scientific Exchange: Engage with international researchers, scientists, academicians, and pharmaceutical industry professionals.
- Latest Research Insights: Explore emerging discoveries, innovative methodologies, and advances in drug discovery and lead optimization.
- Young Researcher Forum (YRF): Encourage early-career scientists, postdoctoral researchers, and Ph.D. scholars to present their work and gain recognition.
- Exhibition & B2B Meetings: Showcase services, technologies, and reagents directly to decisionmakers.
- Hybrid Participation: Participate in the conference in person in Houston, Texas, or through available virtual presentation options.
Past Collaborators
Scientific Tracks & Key Discussion Topics
Exploring the entire spectrum from drug discovery targets to lead optimization, clinical pharmacology, and regulatory approval.
Drug Development
- Advances in AI for Drug Development
- AI in Drug Discovery
- Clinical Trials and Manufacturing
- Disease and Therapeutic Areas
- Application of LLMs in Drug Development
- Medical Imaging
- Computer Aided Design of New Molecules
Therapeutic Research
- Quantum Pharma
- Cancer - Therapeutic and Diagnostic Applications
- Liquid Biopsy and Biomarkers
- Degraders and Molecular Glues
- Infectious Diseases
- RNA based Therapeutics, Vaccines and Biologics
- Neurodegenerative Diseases
Drug Commercialization
- Protein-Protein Interactions
- Targeted Drug Delivery
- Medicinal Chemistry
- High-throughput Screening
- Drug Repurposing
- Lead Optimization
- Investment, Commercialization and Market Access
Past Speakers
Gerhard Wagner
Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
Kattesh V. Katti
University of Missouri Cancer Nanotechnology, Columbia, Missouri
Juhani Lahdenpera
RNatives, North Ostrobothnia
Finland
Thomas Caulfield
Digital Ether Computing
Miami, FL
James M. Cook
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI
Brian S. J. Blagg
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN
Upendra Dahal
Amgen, Inc.
Thousand Oaks, CA
Asmita Khanolkar
SMC Ltd
Boston, MA
Choose Your Registration
Academic & Federal
- Welcome coffee
- Access to All Talks + Posters
- Conference material
- Networking Reception
- Lunch, tea / coffee breaks
- WiFi in meeting rooms
Industry
- Welcome coffee
- Access to All Talks + Posters
- Conference material
- Networking Reception
- Lunch, tea / coffee breaks
- WiFi in meeting rooms
Virtual
- Welcome coffee
- Access to All Talks + Posters
- Conference material
- Networking Reception
- Lunch, tea / coffee breaks
- WiFi in meeting rooms