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07:30 - 08:00Boston, MA
8th International Conference on
Drug Discovery and
Lead Optimization
October 21-23, 2024 | Boston, MA
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What's embracing at the 2024 Drug Discovery Conference?
United Scientific Group (USG) is thrilled to announce the Eighth edition of its "International Conference on Drug Discovery and Lead Optimization" set to take place from October 21-23 in the vibrant city of Boston, MA. Following the success of our previous seven 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.
This year’s conference promises to be a landmark event in the field of drug discovery. As the landscape of drug development continues to evolve, the need for innovative solutions and interdisciplinary collaboration has never been greater. Our agenda is designed to reflect this complexity, featuring insightful sessions led by leading experts, interactive panel discussions, and ample opportunities for networking and collaboration.
Keynotes
Jon Clardy, PhD
Christopher T. Walsh Professor of Biological Chemistry & Molecular Pharmacology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
Kenneth A. Jacobson, PhD
John W. Daly Distinguished Scientist, Fellow, American Society for Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD
Gerhard Wagner, PhD
Elkan R. Blout Professor, Department of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
A Thomas Look, MD
Dept of Pediatric Oncology
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, MA
Thomas Burris, PhD
Dean’s Professor & Chair
Dept. of Pharmacodynamics Director of Genetics Institute
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
Philip A. Cole, MD, PhD
Professor of Medicine, Biological Chemistry & Molecular Pharmacology, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
Ruben Abagyan, PhD
Professor, Skaggs School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of California
San Diego, CA
Sean Ekins, PhD
CEO and Founder, Collaborations Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Raleigh, NC
Vasso Apostolopoulos, PhD
Professor of Immunology, Vice-Chancellors Distinguished Fellow, Victoria University, Australia
Rick G. Schnellmann, PhD
Dean, Pharmacy, Professor, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Professor of Medicine, University of Arizona College of Medicine
Tucson, AZ
Pal Pacher, PhD
Senior Investigator, Laboratory of Cardiovascular Physiology and Tissue Injury, NIH/NIAAA
Rockville, MD
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Speakers
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Attendees
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ACADEMICS & RESEARCHERS
$ 1099- Welcome coffee
- Access to All Talks + Posters
- Conference material
- Free access to conference app
- Lunch, tea / coffee breaks
- WiFi in meeting rooms
INDUSTRY
$ 1499- Welcome coffee
- Access to All Talks + Posters
- Conference material
- Free access to conference app
- Lunch, tea / coffee breaks
- WiFi in meeting rooms
STUDENT
$ 499- Welcome coffee
- Access to All Talks + Posters
- Conference material
- Free access to conference app
- Lunch, tea / coffee breaks
- WiFi in meeting rooms
Conference Gallery
Testimonials of Drug Discovery
The meeting is a great success, and it has exceeded my expectation. The speakers are of high quality.
Tao Lu
I was very glad to be able to participate the 2023 Drug Discovery conference. I’ve learned a lot.
Jiamiao Lu
The organization of the conference was great – the agenda was clear, and the timings were perfect. It felt very professional to have the registration desk, with a free laptop bag, badge, etc. The lunches were excellent. It was nice to have the reception / poster session on day 1.
Brian Moloney
I think the conference was organised very well, with plenty of time for me as a speaker to prepare.
The instructions were clear, and I was happy with the organization and the way the conference proceeded.
Robert Lesniak
The meeting was excellent and well organized, with a clear focus on cancer-related drug discovery.
George Kunos
It was an excellent experience and a very well-organized conference.
Shoshanna Zucker
I found the SF conference on Nov 01-03, 2023 excellent. Best aspects were high quality presentations and small size so that we could have good discussions.
Deepak Agrawal
Well planned and executed meeting that brought together scientists and physicians from many disciplines and parts of the world.
Alan Rogol
I found it a very agreeable conference, where I met many friendly people and had good in-depth scientific discussion about lots of different subjects. Also one of the most international conferences I have been to. I really enjoyed the conference.
Joost Uitdehaag
I enjoyed the meeting very much. It is very well organized and the talks are very informative. I am also impressed by the translational research at Dundee and their collaborations with industrial partners.
Ziding Feng
This year’s meeting was well organized and featured a variety of stimulating and excellent talks. The hospitality in addition to the scientific agenda was excellent.
Ian Catchpole
You are always a nice collaborator. Great pleasure to share all new research data with eminent scientists.
Rosanna Filosa
It was a really nice conference with innovative presentations . I really learnt alot and the sessions were really interesting. Thank you giving me this opportunity to present my study in a very academic and friendly environment.
Muhammad Bilal Fayyaz
Thanks to organising committee for such an excellent event.
Abhishek Mashirkar
I enjoyed being part of it. I got to know two persons. A possible suggestion for future editions is the publishing of proceedings with SCOPUS index.
Roberto Rosas Romero