FAQ
- What is Drug|Device Summit 2006?
The Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) and BIOCOM, in partnership with Windhover Information, Inc. and Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed), will bring together the key stakeholders in biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device companies working to develop combination products and therapies, as well as leading investors in the industry. The conference will showcase up to 40 private and public company presentations to leading North American investors and prospective partners at the intersection of drug development and medical device technologies. Plenary sessions will be offered on trends in the healthcare convergence industry, with special focus on successful partnering strategies, criteria for strategic and corporate investors and modernization in the combination product approval process. In addition, there will be formal and informal networking opportunities with industry CEOs, investors and prospective partners. - Who should attend?
- Venture capital investors
- Institutional investors
- CEOs and other senior biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industry executives
- Other professionals and experts who are stakeholders in the drug|device convergence industry
- I want to present my company at this event. How can I apply?
Please set up a conference account and create a profile. Your firm will be evaluated by our VC Advisory Board to see whether your firm should be invited to present. Companies invited to present at Drug|Device Summit 2006 will be privately-held and public companies from the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device sectors that are working to develop combination products and therapies. Broadly defined, this may include products relating to implantable devices, biomaterials, tissue engineering, coatings and polymers, stem cells, medical nanotechnology and a host of other futuristic systems. Companies encouraged to apply include those seeking funding and/or corporate strategic partnerships. Presenting companies will be selected by a committee composed of qualified venture capitalists serving on the conference's Advisory Board. - Do participants need to be members of BIO, BIOCOM or AdvaMed to register?
No, but members of these organizations do get a discount. - How much does it cost to register?
A complete list of fees is on the registration page. - How do participants register?
You can register directly online on the registration page of this website. - What are the conference dates?
Monday, December 4 & Tuesday, December 5, 2006 - What is the recommended attire?
Business formal or business casual attire is acceptable. - Will there be any networking opportunities?
The networking reception, coffee breaks, as well as breakfast and luncheon sessions are excellent ways to network with other professionals. - Where is the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine?
3777 La Jolla Village Drive
San Diego, CA 92122-1080
USA
Tel: 858-552-1234
Hotel website: http://lajolla.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp - What are the room rates?
Reduced room rates are available through November 13, 2006. Regular rooms are available for 189.00 per night (plus any applicable taxes). - How do I reserve a room at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla?
To make a reservation, please contact 1-800-233-1234 and mention the BIOCOM conference rate for December 4-5, 2006. - Is there a reduced fee for attending only one day?
No. - What is the guest policy?
Only registered participants will be permitted to attend the sessions and meal functions. - Are substitutions permitted?
Substitutions are permitted but must be made in writing to gbutera@bio.org before the start of the conference. - What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be received in writing by November 13, 2006 and faxed to 202-589-2543 or send an email to gbutera@bio.org in order to receive a refund (minus $150 processing fee). Refunds will be processed after the meeting. After November 13, 2006, no registration fees will be returned.