Report part I: Bio Japan 2024 -FIRM Sponsored Seminars-

Release date: 2024/11/8

FIRM participated in the Regenerative Medicine JAPAN event held at Pacifico Yokohama from October 9th to 11th, showcasing at a booth and conducting various seminars.

Organizer Seminar

10/10/2024 12:00 ~ 13:30
From Academic Innovation to Industrial Application: Challenges and Solutions for Seamless Collaboration in Cell and Gene Therapy Products Development

The purpose of the seminar is to explore how research from academia can be smoothly transitioned to companies and lead to practical application in the field of Cell and Gene Therapy Products. The importance of reverse translational research, the optimal form of medical-industrial collaboration, and insights into overseas manufacturing-related education programs will be shared. In addition, the focus will be on the efforts of supporting industries in Cell and Gene Therapy Products and the importance of the manufacturing process in the early stages of development from the perspective of CDMO. Finally, through a panel discussion with all speakers, we will discuss how to effectively bridge the gap between academia and industry in regenerative medicine development.

10/11/2024 10:00 ~ 11:30
Envisioning the Future of Regenerative Medicine: Strategic Approaches and Sustainable Solutions

Regenerative medicine requires innovative product development and a transformation of traditional manufacturing processes to ensure its sustainable delivery. This seminar will explore strategic approaches, including initiatives by the Japanese government and presidential orders from the United States, to envision the future of regenerative medicine. We will examine the necessity of regenerative medicine from an academic perspective, assess the current state of development, and discuss the challenges and future directions faced by industry organizations at various stages of industrialization. Finally, each speaker will propose concrete strategies and solutions through panel discussions to sustainably deliver regenerative medicine. The seminar aims to provide a multifaceted forum for shaping the future of regenerative medicine.

FIRM presentations

FIRM presentation Part I

Introduction of recent FIRM’s activities – to solve problems for industrialization of regenerative medicine

FIRM presentation Part II

Introduction of Supporting Industries Committee

FIRM presentation Part III

FIRM’s support for regenerative medicine start-up

FIRM presentation Part IV

Services of Supporing industries of regenerative medicine and establishment of certification system

FIRM presentation Part V

Introduction of Specified Prosessed Cell Committe

FIRM members presentation Day 1, 2, 3

FIRM member companies presented their new services for three days.

  • Panel discussion
  • Panel discussion
    The venue was full of audience.
  • Panel discussion
  • Presentation by Chair, Steering committee was attended by many, including those who were standing.
  • Presentation by Supporting Industries Committee was also full of audience, including those who were standing.
  • Presentation by Chair, Specific Processed Cells Committee.