Events

As major contributors to science and business in Gene Therapies, this is where you’ll find us.

    ASGCT

    13-17 May 2025

    New Orleans, Louisiana

    American Society of Gene and Cell Therapy (ASGCT) is a primary professional membership organization in cell and gene therapy. The annual conference moves around the United States, building forward form the mission statement, “to advance knowledge, scientific practice, and education in the field of gene and cell therapy”. The conference brings together individuals at the forefront of every stage of the process of gene and cell therapy development. From scientists to patient advocates, the goal is to transform medicine by using genetic and cellular therapies to control and cure disease together.

    A group of Ascend and ABL, Inc. team members will be onsite in New Orleans, LA with a booth and multiple posters on our latest technological advances. We would love to chat about our evolving portfolio and provide poster updates through the event.

    Find us in the app or book a meeting with us directly at business@ascend-adv.com.

    B2 Run

    Summer 2025 TBD

    Munich, Germany 

    B2Run is all about coming together to share the experience of running, building team spirit and creating memorable moments at corporate runs in unique settings, including Germany’s iconic stadiums. With accessible running distances of five to six kilometres, it caters for participants of all abilities – be they runners, walkers or Nordic walkers.

    EXPERIENCE THE COLLECTIVE EXCITEMENT BEFORE THE START, THE ENERGY ALONG THE ROUTE AND THE PRIDE OF ACHIEVEMENT AT THE FINISH LINE!

    In the company of your colleagues, friends and business partners, B2Run provides a dynamic platform to get moving, achieve milestones and celebrate athletic achievements. B2Run promotes health and motivation as well as camaraderie and team spirit. Participating in the B2Run creates positive momentum for your company and brings people together for a unique and rewarding experience.

    The Ascend team will be running for inspiration in this global event based in Munich. Find out how you can support team Ascend by reaching out at business@ascend-adv.com.

    ESACT

    June 2025

    Edinburgh, Scotland

    Founded in 1976 with the goal of providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and innovations in biological and engineering techniques, the European Society for Animal Cell Technology (ESACT) has since developed into a society of specialists in animal cell research. The 33rd Annual ESACT Convention carries forward this legacy, encouraging communication between academics, industry leaders, and policy makers. This is a science-leading event, with a lot of new data and industry information available throughout.

    Ascend experts will be onsite and ready to talk through our science. See what we have been up to, and how we can potentially partner by reaching out directly at business@ascend-adv.com.

    Bioprocessing Summit

    18-21 August 2025

    Boston, MA

    The Bioprocessing Summit is an event that brings together thought leaders across bioprocess, R&D, scale-up, quality and analytics. With a combination of exhibits, seminars, and training sessions, as well as a one-day investor event in parallel, the Summit aims to help “chart the course for advancements that will shape the future of bioprocessing”.

    Ascend will be exhibiting, sharing our latest innovations, and networking with industry. Find us in the app or book a meeting with us directly at business@ascend-adv.com.

    Meeting on the Mesa

    6-8 October 2025

    Phoenix, Arizona

    The second event of the year hosted by Alliance for Regenerative Medicine (ARM) is Cell and Gene Meeting on the Mesa. This event features company presentations, panels and workshops, and 5,000+ partnering meetings with a critical focus on bringing decision makers together. The overall theme at Mesa is how the industry can align to tackle emergent challenges in commercialization from earlier phases in each process. Everything from clinical trial design to payment models and beyond is covered. The event moved from Southern California to Arizona in 2024, a sign of the growth the event has experienced over the last few years.

    Ascend will be a sponsor of this event with a team onsite ready to provide updates and learn about the latest advances in the industry. Find us in the app or reach out directly at business@ascend-adv.com to set time.

    ESGCT

    October 2025

    Rome, Italy

    The European Society for Cell and Gene Therapies (ESGCT) exists to promote science and research in cell and gene therapy. This commitment is reflected in the event, which is one of the most scientifically-lead annual meetings that is modeled as an information exchange. Exhibitors and attendees are encouraged to share (and engage in) research and clinical findings and applications.

    The Ascend team will be an exhibiting sponsor at ESGCT with multiple posters. Find us in the

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