Harnessing AI, Automation and Connected Data to Accelerate Discovery and Enhance Laboratory Performance

17 November 2026

Handlery Hotel, San Diego, CA, USA

As the lab automation and technology landscape evolves, organizations are under growing pressure to move beyond innovation in theory and deliver measurable impact in practice. From integrating AI and automation into existing infrastructure to aligning data, engineering, and scientific teams, the challenge is no longer adoption alone, it’s making these technologies work together at scale.

While the vision of fully autonomous labs continues to gain traction, many are still navigating with what’s truly achievable, where automation delivers the most value, and how to balance innovation with operational, security, and budget constraints.

Success increasingly depends on connected systems, standardized data, and cross-functional collaboration.

Join lab automation and technology leaders at the Future Labs, Automation & Technology Summit West this November to explore practical strategies, share real-world lessons, and define the future of lab operations.

Past Attendee Organizations Include:

2026 West Coast R&D and Lab Automation Expert Speakers Include:

Yousef Baioumy of Adaptive Biotechnologies speaking at AMG World

Yousef Baioumy

Automation Engineer

Adaptive Biotechnologies

Mariella Kutova of University of California San Francisco speaking at AMG World

Mariella Kutova

Clinical Operations Manager - GMP manufacturing facility

University of California San Francisco

Robert Keyser of Calico speaking at AMG World

Robert Keyser

Director of Laboratory Automation

Calico

Paul Richardson of Pfizer speaking at AMG World

Paul Richardson

Director

Pfizer

Soohong Kim of Xaira Therapeutics speaking at AMG World

Soohong Kim

Head of Automation

Xaira Therapeutics

Nont Kosaisawe of Genentech speaking at AMG World

Nont Kosaisawe

Senior Systems Specialist, Biochemical and Cellular Pharmacology

Genentech

Louis Murray of Thermo Fisher Scientific speaking at AMG World

Louis Murray

Lab Automation Sales Manager – Digital Science & Automation Solutions

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Justin Provchy of Terray Therapeutics speaking at AMG World

Justin Provchy

Senior Director of Automation

Terray Therapeutics

Augusto Seminario of BioMarin Pharmaceutical speaking at AMG World

Augusto Seminario

Laboratory Automation Core Lead

BioMarin Pharmaceutical

Ian Brown of SAS (contracted to Bristol Myers Squibb) speaking at AMG World

Ian Brown

Consultant Automation Scientist

SAS (contracted to Bristol Myers Squibb)

Billy Jun of Roche speaking at AMG World

Billy Jun

Global Product Manager

Roche

Cathy Kuang of Bristol Myers Squibb speaking at AMG World

Cathy Kuang

Executive Director, Unified Lab and experimental Platforms, Research Business Insights and Technology

Bristol Myers Squibb

Dave Wexler of Abbott speaking at AMG World

Dave Wexler

Process Development & Automation

Abbott

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This summit will provide you with the necessary tools to:

  • Overcome Integration Challenges: Navigate the complexities associated with integrating technologies into existing systems to minimize disruption and seamless implementation
  • Advance Data-Driven Insights: Effectively manage, store, and analyze big data generated by lab technology to improve the speed and accuracy of decision-making
  • Optimize Workflows: Streamline and address integration complexities by simplifying processes and reducing the need for extensive manual intervention
  • Improve Accuracy: Gain insights into technologies that enhance clinical R&D while minimizing errors and variability in production processes
  • Foster Collaboration: Instil a culture of collaboration to drive technological advancements and enhance scientific experiments whilst facilitating knowledge sharing and collaborative problem-solving
  • Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Meet stringent regulatory requirements while integrating new technologies and simplify the validation and approval process
  • Leverage Cost Savings: Explore how automation and technology can significantly reduce operational costs and improve profit margins

Who should attend:

VPs, Directors, Heads, Managers, Scientists and Specialists from:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML)
  • Data & Analytics
  • Automation / Robotics
  • Lab R&D
  • Lab IT / Research IT
  • Informatics Technology / Innovation
  • Quality Assurance / Quality Control
  • Laboratory Operations / Strategy
  • Regulation / Compliance / Validation
  • Research Scientists
  • Industry 4.0 / Lab 4.0

Our sponsors include technology, service & solution providers specializing in:

  • Laboratory Automation / Lab Digitalization
  • E2E Automation Systems / Modular Automation Systems
  • Measuring & Testing / Screening Tech / Liquid Handlers
  • Laboratory Informatics / LIMS Systems
  • Liquid Handlers, Dispensing & Extracting
  • Sample Storage and Retrieval
  • ELN / Voice Assistants / Wearables
  • Digital Twins
  • Data Science, Analytics Platforms and Software
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML)
  • Robotics
  • Informatics
  • Cloud Services & Connectivity
  • IoT Hardware / Software / Platforms / Infrastructure
  • Cybersecurity

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2026 Media Partners

Testimonials

“Thrilled to be at the Future Labs Conference today, learningfrom the brilliant minds shaping the future of lab digitization,automation, and system integration.”

“This is my third time attending the conference. As a vendor, I really like the tech talks and round table discussions.”

Head of Business Development / Formulatrix

We really enjoyed the Future Labs Summit. It was certainly interesting and educational to hear the dynamic presenters speak to issues and challenges that are often outside of our life-cycle as a construction provider. We always strive to hear their day-to-day, as the context provide significant insight into the overall lab user objectives.

Thank you for the opportunity to work with AMG World and participate in the conference. We really enjoyed it and it was a great opportunity to mingle with the participants.

Diverse group of attendees. Enjoyable topics and dynamic presenters. Really enjoyed the day. It was unique to typical conferences I attend.

Thank you for driving and planning this event. It drew the local laboratory automation community together for good and timely discussions, and I think everybody got something out of this day. Success!

The agenda was a mix of presentations, round table dialogues, panel discussions, and tech demonstrations. This diverse agenda allowed for a dynamic and interactive experience for all participants throughout the conference.

The event was well organized, engaging and interesting. Looking forward to next year’s summit!

Content Highlights

Exclusive Presentation from Terray Therapeutics – Lab Automation Considerations for Start ups to Big Pharma

  Ahead of the Future Labs, Automation and Technology West 2026, we are thrilled to share a complimentary presentation on “Right Tool, Right Scale: Lab Automation Considerations for Startups to Big Pharma” by Craig Schulz Ph.D., Chief Platform Officer, Terray Therapeutics, who presented at the Future Labs, Automation and Technology Summit West 2025.  Download your copy… Read more »

Future Labs Automation & Technology West 2026 Sponsorship Pack

Download the sponsorship information pack to discover the key topics, partnership opportunities, and who you can expect to meet on-site at Future Labs, Automation & Technology West 2026 in San Diego, CA, USA.

Building the Future Lab: 7 Operational Strategy Improvements

Complete the form to download your copy of this complimentary whitepaper from our official Future Labs, Automation & Technology summits event partner Quartzy Inc. focused on the 7 strategies you can implement to level up your lab management strategy and help your team move science forward.  

AI and the Lab of Tomorrow Presentation

Today’s forward-thinking labs are already achieving breakthrough results: 17-month drug development cycles, 30%time savings in documentation, and billions in projected R&D cost reductions – resulting in over 85% of R&D professionals feeling optimistic that AI will improve work quality and free scientists for higher-value tasks. Ahead of the upcoming Future Labs, Automation & Technology Summit… Read more »