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Turning laboratory innovation into scalable progress
For biotech and pharmaceutical professionals, Lab Innovations provides a practical platform to explore biotechnology innovations and turn research into scalable outcomes. Discover current trends, meet solution providers and technical peers and identify tools that support drug discovery, development and manufacturing performance.
Applied innovation
AI & Automation
Quality & Compliance
Sustainability
Skills & Development
What technologies are turning research into real-world impact?
Who is shaping the future of biotechnology for your lab?
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Research and scientific leaders Chief Scientific Officers, Scientific Directors and R&D Directors setting research priorities, directing investment and translating discovery into practical outcomes.
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R&D and development teams Research Scientists, Principal Scientists and R&D Managers advancing new methods, products and applications from early research through to development.
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Analytical, formulation and process specialists Analytical Scientists, Formulation Scientists and Process Engineers improving methods, reproducibility, scale-up and production performance.
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Laboratory and technical operations teams Laboratory Directors, Laboratory Managers and Technical Managers assessing technologies that strengthen workflows, testing capability and day-to-day performance.
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Industry, service and supply-chain partners Technology suppliers, contract research organisations, analytical service providers and manufacturing specialists supporting research and industry collaboration across biotech, chemicals, food and drink, diagnostics and industrial R&D.
Why should you attend if sustainability and greener laboratory practices matter to you?
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For your organisation Meet suppliers, contract research organisations, analytical service providers and manufacturing specialists from across the laboratory value chain.
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Identify technologies and partnerships that help move work from discovery through development to real-world application.
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Gain insight into cross-sector innovation across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and drink, diagnostics and industrial manufacturing.
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For your team Explore technologies and methods that support analytical development, formulation, diagnostics, process improvement and scalable production.
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Compare practical approaches to improving reproducibility, speed and performance across research, testing and manufacturing workflows.
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Bring R&D, laboratory, process, quality and technical colleagues together around shared development priorities.
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For you Hear how researchers, suppliers and industry teams are applying technology to improve processes, products and performance.
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Explore live demonstrations and speak directly with suppliers offering analytical, laboratory and process-development solutions.
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Join conference sessions on innovation in process and application, cross-sector partnerships and developments from diagnostics to chemical formulation.
What people say
How are your peers collaborating to make an impact?
How can 3D printing change the future of healthcare?
Listen to Professor Ricky Wildman, from the University of Nottingham, exemplify cross-sector collaboration by combining biologics and additive manufacturing.
How do innovations in tech allow for new biotech discoveries?
Dr Adam Rutherford, Broadcaster, Author and Lecturer in Genetics at University College London, explains the ‘cauldron’ of scientists talking about ideas together.
How will you collaborate in-person this November?
Explore innovation from industry
The Lab Innovations show floor is home to 200+ suppliers across biotech, pharma, chemical, food & drink, waste & water management, industrial manufacturing, and more.
Explore real-world applications with live demos, and get hands-on with equipment changing the future of healthcare.
From diagnostics to formulation
The five conference stages will be packed with free content over two days from industry giants featuring the latest innovations in process and application, and cross-sector partnerships.
It’s your perfect chance to collaborate with industry leaders and pick the brains of the leading pioneers in their fields.
What's new in industry?
Hear the latest news and opinions from industry leaders, all looking to solve global health challenges.
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What if the key to curing complex diseases lies not in animals, but in human cells? Discover how cutting-edge human
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FAQs
Common questions
What does the Applied Innovation track at Lab Innovations cover?
The Applied Innovation track examines how laboratory technology, technical expertise and cross-sector partnerships help turn scientific progress into practical outcomes. It covers applications across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and drink, diagnostics and industrial manufacturing, with a focus on development, process improvement and innovation at scale.
Who should attend for the applied innovation content at Lab Innovations?
The content is relevant to research and scientific leaders, R&D teams, analytical, formulation and process specialists, laboratory managers, technical teams and procurement professionals. It also supports suppliers, contract research organisations and analytical service providers working across life sciences, chemicals, food and drink, diagnostics and industrial R&D.
What can visitors discover through the Applied Innovation track?
Visitors can explore how researchers, suppliers and industry teams are applying new technology across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and drink, diagnostics and industrial manufacturing. The track combines cross-sector insight, live demonstrations and supplier conversations to show how ideas can improve processes, products and performance.
Is this track relevant to teams developing processes, products or applications?
The track supports teams moving work from early research through analytical development, formulation, testing, process optimisation and production. It is relevant where organisations need to improve reproducibility, assess new technology, solve technical challenges or create a clearer route from laboratory research to production.
How can Lab Innovations help teams scale development?
Lab Innovations brings researchers, technology suppliers and industry teams together to compare methods, explore equipment and share practical experience. Through supplier conversations, live demonstrations and conference content, visitors can identify technologies and specialist knowledge that support the move from research through development to larger-scale production.
Where can I view applied innovation sessions, speakers and live demonstrations?
View the Lab Innovations conference agenda for sessions across five stages covering process and application innovation, cross-sector partnerships and related laboratory topics. The Applied Innovation page also features speaker content and industry news, while the show floor offers live demonstrations of technologies used in real-world applications.
Where can I find suppliers offering R&D laboratory solutions and process expertise?
Use the exhibitor list to identify suppliers across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and drink, waste and water management, industrial manufacturing and related laboratory services. The show floor also provides live demonstrations and direct access to organisations offering R&D laboratory solutions and technical expertise.
How do I register for the Applied Innovation content at Lab Innovations?
Register for a free Lab Innovations visitor ticket to access Applied Innovation content, including conference sessions, live demonstrations and suppliers across the laboratory value chain. Lab Innovations takes place on 4 and 5 November 2026 at NEC Birmingham.
When and where does Lab Innovation take place?
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Venue details - NEC Birmingham, UKVenue details - NEC Birmingham, UK
4th & 5th November 2026
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Getting there - Train, car, bus, airport
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Parking - On-site, nearby, costs, pre-booking links
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Hotels nearby - Partner hotels
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Accessibility - Wheelchair access, assistance, dietary info
Collaborate in-person at Lab Innovations 2026
Meet suppliers, hear from experts and discover practical solutions