Agenda

1100–1145 Registration and refreshments
Level 2 Foyer

1145–1205 Welcome and overview
Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

1205–1250 Keynote session
Chair: Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

Representative – TBC
Presentation title – TBC

1255–1405 Networking lunch, exhibition review and poster session
Level 2 & Level 3 Foyer Areas

1405–1505 CMAC showcases (parallel sessions)
Conference Rooms 3, 4 & 5, Level 3
AUD A, Level 2

1505–1535 Networking break with exhibition review and poster session
Level 2 & Level 3 Foyer Areas

1535–1700 Accelerating impact

Chaired by Massimo Bresciani (CMAC), this session will demonstrate how CMAC is helping partners turn cutting-edge research into real competitive advantage.

This collaborative session unites our academic and industry partners to showcase recent progress in Core projects, share success stories and spotlight the latest advancements in regulatory innovation.
AUD B&C

Chair: Massimo Bresciani, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

Sophie Martin, Sanofi
Presentation title – TBC

Dr Kevin Girard, Pfizer & Dr Thomas Pickles, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

Automated Model Based Design of Experiments for Crystallisation Processes: an industry and academic insight

Further speakers – TBC

1700–1705 Wrap-up Day 1
Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

1705–1855 Poster session with drinks reception
Level 3 Foyer

Times – TBC

1915–2300 Networking drinks and buffet
The Collector’s Hall, George Street, Glasgow

0815–0900 Registration and refreshments
Level 2 Foyer

0900–0910 Welcome and overview
Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

0910–1025 Sustainable medicines manufacturing research

In this session, chaired by Prof Amparo Galindo ( Imperial College London), we explore cutting-edge approaches to greener, smarter and sustainable medicines manufacturing.

Highlights include insights on Quality by Digital Design workflows, innovations in data-driven synthesis and nanomedicine development, followed by CMAC flash presentations showcasing emerging research.
AUD B&C

Chair: Prof Amparo Galindo, Imperial College London

Dr Ian Houson & Dr Murray Robertson, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Quantifying the benefits of a Quality by Digital Design workflow

Dr Roisin O’Connell, CMAC, University of Leeds
Presentation title – TBC

Prof Clare Hoskins, University of Strathclyde
The big impact of small in pancreatic cancer

Flash presentations

Dr Hikaru Jolliffe, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
User-friendly model-based experimental design via user interfaces in the crystallisation screening data factory

Dr Diego Alvarado, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
PharmaCrystNet: Improving the predictive capabilities of crystallisation models in the pharmaceutical industry

Dr Daniel Powell, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Resolving release mechanisms of amorphous solid dispersions using optical coherence tomography

Dr Mariam Siddique, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Polymer-assisted spherical agglomeration of benzoic acid: process development and scale-up

Mingrui Ma, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Accelerating the Formulation Development for Pharmaceutical Tablets via Automated Sessile Drop Testing

Ishwari Wale, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
A mechanistic approach to understanding punch sticking in direct compression

1025–1055 Networking break with exhibition review and poster session
Level 2 & Level 3 Foyer Areas

1055–1155 CMAC showcases (parallel sessions)
Conference Rooms 3, 4 & 5, Level 3
AUD A, Level 2

1155–1255 Networking lunch, exhibition review and poster session
Level 2 & Level 3 Foyer Areas

1255–1410 Lab of the Future

Chaired by Prof Paul Chapman (Glasgow School of Art), this session takes a bold look at the next generation of research environments and capabilities.

Discover how investments in new modalities are paving the way for future medicines, and explore the transformative power of knowledge graphs and digital frameworks in streamlining workflows. The session wraps up with dynamic flash presentations showcasing cutting-edge ideas and emerging technologies set to shape the Lab of the Future.
AUD B&C

Chair: Prof Paul Chapman, Glasgow School of Art

Prof Craig Jamieson, University of Strathclyde
Development of new modalities capabilities – investing in medicines of the future

Dr Tabbasum Naz, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Knowledge Graph-Based Semantic Data Fabric for CMC

Dr Jenna Johnston, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Presentation title – TBC

Rufus Logan, University of Strathclyde
Presentation title – TBC

Flash presentations

Muhammad Ahmad Saleem, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

A Digital CMC Sandbox: Developing a Non-competitive Space for the Evaluation of Digital Tools Across Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls (CMC)

Dr Humera Siddique, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Integrated digital workflow for crystallisation development: coupling hybrid modelling, process analytics, and predictive control

Harrison Fraser, CMAC, Imperial College London
Crystallisation work-up optimisation: systematic exploration of flowsheet alternatives

Dr Michael Devlin, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
Presentation title – TBC

1410–1440 Networking break with exhibition review and poster session
Level 2 & Level 3 Foyer Areas

1440–1630 CMAC lab tours
Locations – TBC

1630–1715 Keynote presentation
AUD B&C

Chair: Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

Paul Forsyth, NHS
Poly-pills in cardiology: the past, the present, and the future

1715–1720 Wrap-up – Day 2
Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

1900–0000 15th anniversary dinner and ceilidh
Civic drinks reception hosted by the Lord Provost and Glasgow City Council
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum

0900–0930 Registration and refreshments with breakfast rolls
Level 2 Foyer

0930–0935 Welcome and overview
Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

0935–1020 Keynote presentation
AUD B&C

Chair: Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

Prof Liz Bacon, Abertay University
Presentation title – TBC

1020–1120 Panel Session:  Bridging Lab-Scale Innovation and Industrial-Scale Impact
AUD B&C

1120–1150 Networking break with exhibition review
Level 2 & Level 3 Foyer Areas

1150–1300 Empowering tomorrow: shaping the leaders for an Industry 5.0 future
AUD B&C

Chair: Dr Catriona Clark, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

Speaker – TBC (RESILIENCE)
Presentation title – TBC

Joe Camden, Industry Skills Accelerator

Prof Morten Lindow, University of Copenhagen

People, Data and Drugs. Initiatives and challenges to increase data literacy in Danish PharmaSchools

Flash Presentations by:

Shannon Carr, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

CMAC SkillsFactory

Dr Natalie Maclean, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

CEDAR CDT: Training Cyber-Physical Leaders for Industry 5.0

Dr Chantal Mustoe, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

Digital CMC CERSI Training for Industry, Regulators and Academia

Dr Mohammad Salehian, CMAC, University of Strathclyde

Building Digitally Competent Leaders: CMAC's Recipe for Digital Operations Excellence

1300–1400 Networking lunch with exhibition review
Level 2 & Level 3 Foyer Areas

1400–1410 Principal’s Remarks
Prof Stephen McArthur, Principal, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

1410–1440 Prize giving and closing remarks
Prof Alastair Florence, CMAC, University of Strathclyde
AUD B&C

1440–1500 Comfort break

1500–1630 CMAC lab tours
Locations – TBC