Made in Belgium for Europe - Biotechnology National Associations’ Council Presidency Summit
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Event Description
Whether it’s microorganisms revolutionising manufacturing or advanced therapies for rare disease patients, biotechnology is leading the way, and Belgium is on it.
Join us online at the Made in Belgium for Europe - Biotechnology Council Presidency Summit on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 10:00 AM (CET).
This exciting event will bring together experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators in the biotechnology field from Belgium and across Europe to discuss the latest advancements and trends in biotech for rare diseases patients and agri-food applications, as well as the policies that shape them.
Whether you are a researcher, entrepreneur, policy wonk or simply curious about the future of biotechnology, this online conversation is the perfect platform to connect, learn, and inspire.
PROVISIONAL AGENDA
10:00 – 11:00 advanced therapies for rare diseases
Presentation of Belgium Council Presidency priorities and work on healthcare, including the revision of the general pharmaceutical legislation. Discussion on the regulatory, legislative and business environment needed to support global competitiveness and European innovation made in Europe for rare disease patients
Thomas Van Cangh Cabinet of Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo
Philippe De Backer Newton Biocapital, former MEP and BE Minister
Jérôme Van Biervliet Flemish Institute for Biotechnology (VIB)
Eric Halioua PDC*Line Pharma
Moderator: Tineke Van hooland Bio.be/essenscia
11:00 – 12:00 microorganisms for agrifood applications
Presentation of Belgium Council Presidency priorities and work on agriculture and food safety, including the proposal on new genomic techniques for plants. Discussion on the need for further policy action on microorganisms and its impact on Europe's agrifood and industrial sector
Jens Boyen Belgium Permanent Representation to the EU
Barna Kovacs BIOEAST Initiative & Hungary Permanent Representation to the EU
Hendrik Waegeman Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant
Sofia Morais Puratos
Isabel Vercauteren Aphea.bio
Moderator: Willem Dhooge flanders.bio
Please register here to secure your spot and be part of this online conversation. If you have any questions, insights or suggestions, do not hesitate to contact José Peres at j.peres@europabio.org.
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