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2026 TAAB Annual Symposium

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2026 TAAB Annual Symposium

About This Event

The 2026 TAAB Annual Symposium, themed Frontiers in Biotechnology: New Modalities, Innovation Models, and Career Mindsets, takes place at the University of Pennsylvania on November 7–8, 2026. The symposium features presentations on in vivo CAR-T, liquid biopsy, real-world evidence, artificial intelligence, biotechnology entrepreneurship and career development. Selected keynote presentations, featured talks and Day 2 discussions are accessible virtually.

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Date

Saturday, Nov 7, 2026–Sunday, Nov 8, 2026

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Time

08:00 AM

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Venue

Philadelphia

United States

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Taiwanese American Association of Biotechnology (TAAB)

Speakers

Haig Aghajanian
Founder, Capstan Therapeutics

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Philadelphia, United States | Au Bon Pain, 1, Osler Circle, University City, West Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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2026 TAAB Annual Symposium

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Program

All times are in America/New_York.

Day 1Saturday, 7 November 2026

09:00
Opening Remarks & Welcome from Chairs
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Introduction to the symposium and its scientific and professional development themes.
09:15
Keynote Talk I: In vivo CAR-T: From Bench to Bedside
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Exploring in vivo CAR-T therapies and their clinical translation.
- Haig Aghajanian
10:15
Coffee Break
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Networking break.
10:30
Liquid Biopsy: Making Molecular Diagnosis Accessible to Patients
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Advances in liquid biopsy technologies and molecular diagnostics.
- Hsian-Rong Tseng
11:15
Real-World Evidence: Transforming Drug Development, Accelerating Approval, and Powering Market Access
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Applications of real-world evidence in pharmaceutical development, regulatory approval and market access.
- Chi-Chang Chen
12:00
Group Photo
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Group photograph with symposium participants.
12:15
Lunch & Networking
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Networking lunch for registered in-person attendees.
13:30
Artificial Intelligence Rewrites the Rules: Career Readiness for Biotechnology's Next Three to Five Years
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Discussion of AI-driven changes in biotechnology professions and career preparation.
13:30
Beyond the Bench: Winning Careers in Non-R&D Roles
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Exploring professional opportunities beyond traditional biotechnology research and development.
14:30
Break and Switch Breakout Rooms
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Transition between afternoon breakout sessions.
14:45
Evidence in Action: Career Pathways in Real-World Evidence and Health Economics and Outcomes Research
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Career opportunities and professional skills in RWE and HEOR.
14:45
Resume Workshop: How to Tailor Resume to Job Description
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Practical guidance for adapting resumes to biotechnology industry positions.
15:45
Coffee Break
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Networking break.
16:00
Zero to Biotechnology Company: Lessons from the Startup Trenches
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Experiences and practical lessons from biotechnology entrepreneurship.
- Hsian-Rong Tseng
16:00
Interview Workshop: Everything You Want to Know about Interview
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Practical interview preparation and professional communication workshop.
16:00
Negotiation Role-Play and Strategy Discussions
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Interactive exercises focused on negotiation techniques and strategies.
17:00
Day 1 Wrap-Up & Reflection
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Closing reflections on the first day of the symposium.
18:00
Social Dinner
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Evening networking dinner for in-person participants.

Day 2Sunday, 8 November 2026

08:00
Breakfast with Experts
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Informal networking discussions with biotechnology professionals.
08:50
Day 2 Opening
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Opening remarks for the second day.
09:00
Keynote Talk II: AI Can Write Your CV. But Can It Get You Hired?
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Exploring artificial intelligence and its impact on recruitment and professional careers.