LIFE SCIENCES CLINICAL TRIALS CONNECT 2026

Driving Innovation
in Clinical Trials
Together

Accelerating innovation and collaboration to elevate patient-centric clinical research excellence

📍 London, United Kingdom
Clinical Research

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23 – 24 June 2026 Global Conference · Expo · Networking Hub
ABOUT THE EVENT

Where Clinical Trials Transform
Through Connection

Life Sciences Clinical Trials Connect is the definitive gathering for senior professionals dedicated to advancing clinical research. We bring together decision-makers from pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, CROs, and clinical technology providers to address the most pressing opportunities in trial execution. Through curated discussions and focused networking, attendees gain fresh perspectives on accelerating timelines, enhancing data quality, and delivering better outcomes for patients.

Shaping the Next Era of Clinical Development

The clinical trial landscape is evolving rapidly. From the integration of artificial intelligence in site selection to the adoption of decentralized trial models, this event provides a clear view of what's coming next. Our sessions are designed to move beyond theory—delivering practical strategies that organizations can implement immediately to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain regulatory compliance in an increasingly complex environment.

Building Partnerships That Deliver

Breakthroughs in clinical research rarely happen in isolation. This conference creates the ideal environment for forging meaningful partnerships across the ecosystem. Whether you're seeking the right CRO partner, evaluating new technology solutions, or looking to connect with site networks and patient advocacy groups, you'll find the right people in the room. We prioritize quality connections that lead to lasting collaboration and measurable impact.

Digital Innovation

AI, machine learning, and automation transforming trial execution

Strategic Partnerships

CRO selection, vendor management, and sponsor collaboration

Operational Excellence

Risk-based monitoring, data integrity, and site engagement

Who Should Attend - Life Sciences Clinical Trials Connect
Who Should Attend

Bringing Together Clinical Research
Experts & Decision-Makers

This conference is designed for professionals across the clinical trials ecosystem

Clinical Operations Core

Ops Directors Trial Managers Site Management Vendor Management

R&D Leadership

Clinical Dev Directors Chief Medical Officers Principal Investigators

Innovation & Tech High demand

Innovation Leads AI/Data Science Digital Health RWE Analysts EDC Teams

Patient & Site Engagement

Recruitment Specialists Patient Advocacy Site Networks

Organization Types

Pharma Biotech CROs Clinical Tech AI/Data Companies Research Sites Academic Institutions Patient Groups Regulatory Investors Consulting

By seniority

Decision-makers at every level

C-Suite
CEO, CMO
Senior
VP, Heads
Mid-Level
Directors
Specialists
Experts
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SPEAKER LINEUP

Our Invited Industry Leaders

Veronika Jotterand
MSD Genentech

Elena Zhuravleva

Medical Science Director
MSD Genentech
Veronika Jotterand
MSD MSD

Veronika Jotterand

Medical Director, Global Clinical Development
MSD MSD
Nancy Meyerson-Hess
eMQT eMQT

Nancy Meyerson-Hess

Chief Compliance and Regulatory Officer
eMQT eMQT
Xing Li
Deep Intelligent Pharma Deep Intelligent

Xing Li

Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Deep Intelligent Pharma Deep Intelligent Pharma
Aleksandra Moniuszko
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca

Aleksandra Moniuszko

Director Risk Based Quality Management
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca
Kingsley Kaluarachchi
GE HealthCare GE HealthCare

Kingsley Kaluarachchi

Leader, Clinical Risk Management and Process Excellence
GE HealthCare GE HealthCare
Puja Myles
MHRA MHRA

Puja Myles

Director, Clinical Practice Research Datalink
MHRA Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
Krunal Shah
GSK GSK

Krunal Shah

Associate Director, Study Delivery Lead
GSK GSK
Alina Pszczolkowska
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca

Alina Pszczolkowska

Head of Excellence, Global Medical Evidence
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca
Andrea Manfrin
MHRA MHRA

Andrea Manfrin

Deputy Director, Clinical Investigations and Trials
MHRA Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
Fiona Shields
Novartis Novartis

Fiona Shields

Study and Site Operations Country Head (UK)
Novartis Novartis
Anna Zarodkiewicz
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca

Anna Zarodkiewicz

Director Centralized Monitoring
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca
Tina Barton
eMQT eMQT

Tina Barton

Chief Operating Officer
eMQT eMQT
Gail Kemp
Novo Nordisk Novo Nordisk

Gail Kemp

Senior Director
Novo Nordisk Novo Nordisk
Samu Kurki
Bayer Bayer

Samu Kurki

Strategic Project Lead
Bayer Pharmaceuticals Bayer Pharmaceuticals
Kirsty Sweeney
GSK GSK

Kirsty Sweeney

Associate Director, Global Clinical Site Contracting
GSK GSK
Mario Alfiero
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca

Mario Alfiero

Director Site Management & Monitoring
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca
Sarah Deeley
Biogen Biogen

Sarah Deeley

Director, Country & Site Operations
Biogen Biogen
Laura Risueno Ayerbe
Servier Servier

Laura Risueno Ayerbe

Global Patient Affairs, Patient Engagement R&D
Servier Servier
Judit Magos
Viatris Viatris

Judit Magos

Clinical Operations Manager
Viatris Viatris
Aina Viladot
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca

Aina Viladot

Associate Director, Global Clinical Quality and Performance
AstraZeneca AstraZeneca
Marieangela Economopoulou
Takeda Takeda

Marieangela Economopoulou

Head of External Affairs and Patient Value Access
Takeda Takeda
Shalom Lloyd
eMQT eMQT

Shalom Lloyd

Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer
eMQT eMQT
Rafik Fellague-Chebra
Novartis Oncology Novartis

Rafik Fellague-Chebra

Executive Global Group Medical Director, Solid tumors, GI cancers
Novartis Oncology Novartis Oncology
Clara Cali Mella
Bayer Bayer

Clara Cali Mella

Data Strategy Lead
Bayer Bayer
Nancy Meyerson-Hess
eMQT Cetacea Clinical

Cornelia Baumgartner

Clinical Operations Specialist
Cetacea Clinical Cetacea Clinical
Paula Walker
Roche Roche

Paula Walker

Global Head Risk Based Quality Management
Roche Roche
Mihaela Nosca
CSL Seqirus CSL Seqirus

Mihaela Nosca

Director Clinical Compliance and Inspection Readiness
CSL Seqirus CSL Seqirus
Rebecca Jackson
J&J J&J

Rebecca Jackson

Associate Director, Global Development Systems
J&J Innovative Medicine Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Vesela Aleksandrova
Shionogi Shionogi

Vesela Aleksandrova

Clinical Oversight and Strategy Director
Shionogi Europe Shionogi Europe
Lucy Sherborne
Sanofi Sanofi

Lucy Sherborne

Site engagement lead
Sanofi Sanofi
Giorgos Cheliotis
Novartis Novartis

Giorgos Cheliotis

Associate Director Clinical processes & Solutions
Novartis Novartis
Jonathan Crowther
Merck Merck

Jonathan Crowther

Head, Operational Design Center
Merck Healthcare Merck Healthcare
Kayuri Odedra
Alexion Alexion

Kayuri Odedra

Associate Director Patient Advocacy
Alexion Pharmaceuticals Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Emily Pickering
NIHR NIHR

Emily Pickering

Patient Engagement in Clinical Development Service Lead
NIHR Research Delivery Network NIHR Research Delivery Network
Volodymyr Anisimov
Amgen Amgen

Volodymyr Anisimov

Data Science Director | Centre for Design & Analysis
Amgen Amgen
Aedan Martin
Roche Roche

Aedan Martin

Global Information & Technology Business Partner
Roche Roche
Key Focus Areas - Life Sciences Clinical Trials Connect
Conference Themes

Key Focus Areas

Exploring the themes shaping the future of clinical research

AI & Digital Transformation
Patient-Centric Trials
Clinical Operations Excellence
Real-World Evidence
Decentralized Trials
Regulatory Innovation
Site Engagement
Data Management
Precision Medicine
Supply Chain
CRO-Pharma Partnerships
Digital Health
Agenda – Life Sciences Connect 2026
PROGRAM SCHEDULE 2026

Event Agenda

Explore two days of insightful sessions, keynotes, and networking designed to advance clinical trials innovation.

08:30 AM
Registration

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Check‑in, collect your badge, and enjoy morning coffee in the exhibition hall.

09:30 AM
Opening

Opening Remarks

Welcome address and overview of the day’s themes from the conference chair.

09:45 AM
Session

Presentation 1

Emerging trends in clinical trial design and patient recruitment.

10:15 AM
Session

Presentation 2

Real‑world data integration: case studies from recent oncology trials.

10:45 AM
Break

Morning Networking Break

Coffee, tea, and informal discussions with peers and exhibitors.

11:15 AM
Session

Presentation 3

Digital endpoints and wearables: measuring what matters to patients.

11:45 AM
Session

Presentation 4

Regulatory updates for decentralized trials in the UK and EU.

12:15 PM
Panel

Panel Discussion

Leaders debate the future of site partnerships and patient engagement.

01:00 PM
Lunch

Networking Lunch & Exhibition Viewing

Buffet lunch and time to explore solution provider showcases.

02:30 PM
Session

Presentation 5

AI‑driven patient matching: boosting enrollment diversity.

03:00 PM
Breakout

Breakout Sessions

Parallel tracks: risk‑based monitoring, eSource, and patient advisory boards.

03:45 PM
Break

Afternoon Refreshments

Cool down with iced coffee, snacks, and networking.

04:15 PM
Workshop

Interactive Workshop

Hands‑on design of a patient‑centric protocol using digital tools.

05:30 PM
Reception

Evening Networking Reception

Drinks and canapés — continue conversations by the exhibition area.

06:30 PM
Close

Day 1 Close

End of official sessions. Safe evening to all attendees.

08:30 AM
Breakfast

Breakfast & Networking

Start the day with coffee, pastries, and informal networking.

09:30 AM
Session

Presentation 1

Novel biomarkers and their integration into clinical development.

10:00 AM
Session

Presentation 2

Patient recruitment strategies in rare diseases: lessons from the field.

10:30 AM
Break

Morning Coffee Break

Coffee, tea, and a chance to visit the exhibition hall.

11:00 AM
Session

Presentation 3

Using real‑world evidence to support regulatory submissions.

11:30 AM
Session

Presentation 4

The role of patient advocacy groups in trial design.

12:00 PM
Panel

Panel Discussion

Cross‑industry perspectives on data sharing and interoperability.

01:00 PM
Lunch

Networking Lunch & Roundtables

Themed discussions: rare disease, oncology, digital endpoints, and more.

02:30 PM
Session

Presentation 5

Modernising clinical operations with automation and AI.

03:00 PM
Workshop

Workshop Session

Interactive workshop on diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical trials.

03:45 PM
Break

Afternoon Break

Refreshments and last chance to visit exhibitors.

04:15 PM
Plenary

Closing Plenary Session

Key takeaways, future outlook, and chair’s closing remarks.

05:15 PM
Reception

Final Networking Reception

Farewell drinks, canapés, and networking until the end.

06:00 PM
Close

Event Close

End of Life Sciences Clinical Trials Connect 2026. Thank you for attending.

Reasons to Attend - Life Sciences Clinical Trials Connect
Why Attend

Designed for Clinical Research Leaders

Six compelling reasons to join the UK's most anticipated clinical trials gathering

Actionable Intelligence

Discover the latest advancements in trial methodology, digital health technologies, and regulatory approaches through real-world case studies and data-driven presentations.

Unfiltered Access

Engage with pioneers in clinical research, regulatory affairs, and patient engagement who are defining the next generation of trial design and execution.

Hands-On Collaboration

Roll up your sleeves in interactive sessions designed for genuine dialogue, peer exchange, and collaborative problem-solving.

Quality Connections

Connect with pre-qualified decision-makers in a focused environment where every conversation has the potential to become a strategic partnership.

Practical Answers

Address the operational, technological, and compliance challenges your organization faces today with practical takeaways you can implement immediately.

Strategic Foresight

Gain early intelligence on emerging regulations, technologies, and patient expectations shaping clinical development through 2030.

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