Genesis Conference 2026

Thursday, 10 December 2026

1. 08:30 – 09:15

   Registration

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   Registration and arrival of conference participants.

2. 09:15 – 09:25

   Welcome from One Nucleus

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   Opening remarks introducing Genesis Conference 2026 and its focus on maximising returns from life science innovation.

   • TJTony Jones
3. 09:25 – 09:50

   Plenary Address: Winners & Losers 2026

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   An overview of developments, successes and challenges shaping the life sciences sector in 2026.

   • MWMike Ward
4. 09:50 – 09:55

   Presentation of One Nucleus Choice Awards

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   Presentation of the Best Performing R&D Services Company and Most Innovative Professional Services Company awards.

5. 09:55 – 10:45

   Keynote Panel 1: How Can You Scale a UK Biotech Without Selling Out to a Richer International Counterpart?

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   Discussion of biotechnology financing, growth strategies and the challenges of scaling UK biotechnology companies while maintaining independence.

   • RBRachel Bradley
   • CSClaire Skentelbery
   • HJHazel Jones
   • SPSheuli Porkess
   • GFGeorge Freeman
6. 10:45 – 11:15

   Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

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   Networking break and exhibition visits.

7. 11:15 – 12:05

   Keynote Panel 2: What is the Next Frontier in Bio-innovation?

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   Panel discussion examining emerging biotechnology platforms, therapeutic innovations and future opportunities in life sciences research and development.

   • SBSimon Bradbury
   • CKCarina Kern
   • NTNicki Thompson
   • MMMichelle Morrow
   • RHRuth Helen Faram
8. 12:05 – 12:10

   Presentation of One Nucleus Choice Awards

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   Presentation of the Best Facilities Provider and Networker of the Year awards.

9. 12:10 – 13:00

   Keynote Panel 3: How Relevant is the Current Biopharma Business Model in the Current Era?

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   Discussion of the sustainability of traditional biopharmaceutical business models and changing approaches to investment, development and commercialization.

   • CSCatherine Stace
   • NHNathalie Huther
   • LGLuciana Griebel
   • BDBarbara Domayne-Hayman
   • CCChristopher Church
10. 13:00 – 14:00

    Lunch, Exhibition & Networking

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    Networking lunch and opportunities to visit exhibitors.

11. 14:00 – 14:50

    Keynote Panel 4: Is the UK a Rare Gem?

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    Panel exploring the UK's position in life sciences innovation, rare disease research, investment and international competitiveness.

    • AMAnji Miller
    • DMDavid Montgomery
    • TWToby Wilson Waterworth
    • JHJenny Hirst
    • DDDace Dimza-Jones
12. 14:50 – 14:55

    Presentation of One Nucleus Choice Awards

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    Presentation of the Rising Star Award and Best Investor of the Year.

13. 14:55 – 15:20

    Fireside Chat 1: A Rare Disease Patient's Perspective

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    Discussion highlighting the experiences and perspectives of patients affected by rare diseases.

    • GDGreer Deal
    • NSNick Sireau
14. 15:25 – 15:50

    Fireside Chat 2: Retaining the Talent Capacity to Deliver Drug Discovery

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    Discussion of workforce development, recruitment and retaining specialist expertise within the biotechnology and drug discovery sectors.

    • MFMatthew Fyfe
    • NRNatasha Robbins
15. 15:50 – 16:15

    Refreshments, Exhibition & Networking

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    Afternoon networking break and exhibition visits.

16. 16:15 – 17:15

    Keynote Panel 5: Will the Innovators, Investors and Regulators of the Future Be Human or Machine?

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    Panel discussion exploring the growing role of artificial intelligence in biotechnology innovation, investment decisions and regulatory processes.

    • FGFemida Gwadry-Sridhar
    • FYFariba Yousefi
    • HAHannah Amies
    • PSPrashant Shah
    • MKMagda Kulczycka
17. 17:15 – 17:55

    One Nucleus Awards Ceremony and Awards Presentations

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    Recognition of achievements in preclinical and clinical R&D, emerging technologies, academia-industry partnerships and outstanding contributions to life sciences.

    • MWMike Ward
18. 17:55 – 18:00

    Closing Remarks

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    Closing remarks and reflections on the conference.

    • TJTony Jones
19. 18:00 – 20:00

    Awards Gala Reception

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    Evening networking reception celebrating the One Nucleus Awards.