As the population grows, and demand for innovative medicines increases, the availability of state-of-the-art facilities is crucial for enhanced scientific R&D.
However, West Coast lab owners face unique challenges including limited space availability, high costs, stringent regulatory requirements, rapid technological advancements, safety concerns, labor retention and recruitment, and infrastructure limitations. This forces the pharma industry to streamline their lab design, planning, and management strategies.
Join industry experts in San Diego as they collaboratively debate and discuss strategies to maximize space and provide occupant-centric, sustainable, and cost-effective lab facilities.
Lab Facilities West 2024 Expert Speakers
Ariana Palencia
Senior Manager, Lab Operations and Facilities
Aera Therapeutics
Jennifer Watts
Director, Facilities & Strategic Projects
UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center
Partha Krishnan
Deputy Director, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
Sanofi
Pruthvi Shah
Sr Lab Operations Manager
NKarta Inc
Stephanie Perry
Associate Director of Laboratory Operations
Kumquat Biosciences Inc
Tamanna Talukder
Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Quality Assurance Manager
Avrokbio
This event will provide you with the necessary tools to:
- Maximize lab space utilization to accommodate growing demands whilst minimizing costs
- Embrace flexibility in lab design and operations to adapt to rapid technological advancements and evolving research needs
- Implement robust safety protocols to ensure the well-being of lab personnel and compliance with industry standards
- Integrate sustainable practices into lab operations to reduce environmental impact and align with reduced carbon footprint goals
- Uncover the regional challenges faced by pharma companies when designing and operating their lab facilities in the West Coast
- Cultivate a culture of resilience and adaptability in employees to address future challenges and opportunities in pharma R&D
Who Should Attend:
VPs, Directors, Heads, Managers, Scientists and Specialists from:
- R&D Labs  Â
- Lab Operations
- Facilities management
- Real EstateÂ
- Infrastructure
- Strategic Planning
- Design/Master planning
- Sustainability
Our sponsors include technology, service & solution providers specializing in:
- Architecture & Design
- Engineering
- Construction & Renovation Contractors
- Project Management Consultants
- Building Services & Components
- Lab Equipment & Furniture
- Lab Automation & Robotics
- Regulation, Compliance & Legal
Sponsorship Opportunities
The Labs Facilities vendor landscape is vast. New entrants are innovating rapidly. It is therefore a prerequisite that solution providers acquire a granular understanding of the industry’s needs in order to develop those bespoke solutions that are critical to winning new business.
Showcase your technology solutions to senior decision makers across roles in lab operations, facilities, planning and strategy and more.
2024 Sponsors
Pre-Event Lab Tour
Date: Monday, 23 September 2024
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Meeting Point:
Moores Cancer Center 3855 Health Sciences Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093
* Transport is available to and from the Moores Cancer Center from the Handlery Hotel
Experience Sunny San Diego
When you attend our Lab Facilities Summit West in sunny San Diego, you’ll experience far more than just cutting-edge insights into lab operations. This vibrant coastal city offers a perfect blend of professional enrichment and relaxation that will make your trip truly unforgettable.
Stroll along the idyllic San Diego Bay, where sailing boats and seafront eateries await. Or visit one of the city’s world-famous attractions, like the breathtaking Balboa Park, home to museums, gardens, and the iconic San Diego Zoo. Hike through the region’s tranquil canyons and nature reserves, or drive along the scenic Pacific coastline, basking in the California sun on pristine beaches. And no visit would be complete without sampling the city’s thriving culinary scene, from authentic Mexican fare to fresh seafood delicacies.
2024 Media Partners
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Content Highlights
Lab of Tomorrow: Industry Insights from Innovative Leaders
Ahead of the 2nd annual Lab Facilities Summit West, we were thrilled to speak with some of our innovative event partners Agilent Technologies, American Laboratory Trading, CAI, Genesis, PHCbi, and Xiltrix to understand the impacts, opportunities and challenges of the lab of tomorrow on the life sciences industry. Complete the form to download your copy… Read more »
Lab Facilities East 2024 Post Show Report
The 3rd annual Lab Facilities Summit East took place at the 19 March 2024 at the Marriott Quincy Boston, MA, USA. We’re delighted to share our 2024 post-conference report, showcasing key takeaways, photos, insightful discussions, event formats, insights into attendees, and testimonials. Complete the form to download your copy.
Top Tips to Improve Lab Sustainability
Following our conversations with EHS experts, download this complimentary copy of our top tips to ensure your labs are sustainable, including how to build a culture that embraces environmentally-friendly practices, low-effort yet high-impact initiatives, and ensuring sustainable infrastructures. LAF West 2024 – Carousel Sustainable Practices
How To Build the Culture of Sustainable Mindsets: Developing an Effective EHS Strategy For Pharma Labs
At our 2024 Lab Facilities Summit East, Liana R Juarez, Senior Manager Lab Operations, Be BioPharma shared their insights into building a culture of sustainable mindsets and developing an effective EHS strategy for pharma labs. Complete the form to download the complimentary presentation and uncover key points such as: Building an energy-efficient lab facility design… Read more »
