5th BIOTECH Conference 2025 - Single-Use Technologies for Bio-Based Applications

Local Committee

Abstract Submission

You are cordially invited to contribute to the scientific programme with a lecture or poster.

We look forward to your contributions from research institutions, universities, and industry. New work that is not yet completed, recently started or in the planning stage can also be presented.

Deadline for abstract submission is 17 January 2025.

Main Topics:

» Bioprocess development and manufacture with single-use technology for biotherapeutics, cell- and gene therapeutics and cellular agricultural products
» Process analytical technologies for single-use devices
» Device features and facility design
» Materials and sustainability assessments

Aside of novel trends in established applications, we look also forward for contributions from fields, in which single-use technology as option is just evolving.

Please prepare a 1-page abstract (incl. figures, max. size 1 MB). The abstract should explicitly mention objectives, new results and conclusions or significance of the work.

1. Please use the Template to correctly format your contribution and upload it as PDF file.
2. Enter the author list (author and co-author/s) and affiliations in the same order as in your abstract.
3. DECHEMA will not make any adjustments regarding the author information. The information will be published as given, so please double-check.

The selection of the contributions will be based on the review of the abstracts by the scientific committee. Accepted abstracts will be published for all conference participants in a book of abstracts (PDF file).

The congress language is English.

Please note: Registration fee cannot be waived for authors.

Registration fees

¹⁾ Personal DECHEMA Members, ²⁾ Proof of status required

Mixed VAT: registration fee includes Business Package with 19% VAT., no VAT for scientific conferences according to § 4.22 UstG

How to become a DECHEMA Member?

The registration fee includes a conference ticket, a book of abstracts (PDF), a list of participants as well as food & beverages during all coffee and lunch breaks.

 Online-Registration

Registration

The DECHEMA terms and conditions for conferences apply. Please note that the following information are excerpts and supplements to the general terms and conditions.

Registration is possible up to the beginning of the conference (subject to capacity in the lecture rooms). You will receive an email with a booking confirmation as well as hyperlinks to download your invoice and payment confirmation as PDF files.

Payment

Payment of participation fees is by credit card (Master-Card, Visa, Amex or Diners) or direct debit.

Cancellation and Refunds

Cancellations will only be accepted in written form (i.e. by post or e-mail).

In case of no-show or cancellation of participation, the full participation fee must be paid. Details on cancellation deadlines and fees can be found in the conference terms and conditions.

Platinum sponsors

METTLER TOLEDO Process Analytics The Leader in Process Analytical Measurement Within the METTLER TOLEDO Group, the Process Analytics division concentrates on analytical measurement solutions for manufacturing processes. The division consists of three business units: Ingold, Thornton and Pendotech, each recognized as leaders in their markets and technologies. Ingold is a worldwide leader in pH, dissolved oxygen, CO2, conductivity, and turbidity solutions for process analytical measurement systems in different fields such as biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries. Its core competence is high quality in-line measurement of these parameters.

Silver sponsors

	CPi Biotech is a specialist engineering company and expert in the delivery of bioprocess single-use skid packages and single-use assemblies. CPi offers full project management services and using its technical expertise and deep knowledge of the Single-Use sector, works collaboratively with Global Biopharmaceutical customers in delivering world-class, high-quality Single-Use solutions. The product range includes: Discover Bioprocessing Platform Single-Use Assemblies Carboy Mixing Systems Bottles, Bags & Accessories Storage & Bottles For further information, please contact us: / +353 (0)21 435 4690 / www.cpibiotech.com
	Exner Process Equipment GmbH, based in Ettlingen, is in the middle of the Karlsruhe technology region. The medium-sized company has operated as an international provider of high-quality probe housings, especially for pH measurement and optical sensors for the determination of cell growth and turbidity for more than 20 years. Thanks to the combination of their expertise gained over many years and the use of new technologies, the products are being continuously developed and optimised for the respective area of application. This makes these processes safer, more efficient and more accurate.
	GMPTEC GmbH is specialized in the manufacturing of tailor-made single-use solutions! Our global customer base in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry relies on our in-house engineering and production capabilities. We are dedicated to providing quick and efficient solutions and enable pharmaceutical specialists to archive their goals even under challenging conditions and tight timeframes. Available production capabilities range from rapid prototyping up to large volume manufacturing. All production processes take place at our site in Germany, in an ISO class 7 cleanroom, which allows us to ensure short lead times. In addition, GMPTEC provides a wide range of tubing and components that are readily available from stock, making us the perfect partner to resolve your supply chain challenges. For more information about our company, products, and capabilities, please visit www.gmptec.de

Sponsors

	Broadley-James Corporation specialises in the design and manufacturing of high-performance sensors and accessories for biotechnology, pharmaceutical and industrial applications. The products are widely used in pH and dissolved oxygen monitoring and control, particularly in fermentation and cell culture processes.

Be part and support the 5th BIOTECH 2025 Conference

The exhibition is an integral part of this international conference. It offers a unique opportunity to showcase your technologies, products and services. You are invited to participate in the exhibition and to come into contact with young scientists as potential collaborators and partners.

Why become a sponsor?

» Network with an anticipated 180+ delegates
» Connect with the decision makers from research and industry in the field of of single-use technologies for bio-based applications
» Enhance your visibility, introduce new products or services
» Strengthen your network as you build upon existing and generate

The exhibition space is limited and the distribution of boothes bases on the princip "first come first served".

Please note: *All prices are quoted net of VAT (19% in Germany)

Please contact the congress office for details. information flyer for download.

Details                                          

 Exhibition Space

• standard exhibition booth 3 x 2 sqm, basic equipment: 1 table, 2 chairs, power supply

Conference Participation

• 2 full conference tickets (incl. dinner)

Short Oral Presentation

• Slot of 5 minutes for short presentation on the 1^st day in the lecture programme

Promotion

• Logo and company profile (max. 500 characters) on the conference website with hyperlink to the company´s official website – mentioned as Platin Sponsor

• Logo presence in the event app, in the logo slider on event website, on exhibitor & sponsor banner in registration area, on slide show in breaks between sessions
• Logo on printed programme overview
• A full-page advertisement (full colour) in the digital book of abstracts (as PDF file)
• Advertising banner in the event app
• Display of printed advertising material (flyer or brochure, 1 title) next to registration desk

Additional Tickets at a Special Rate

• Booking code for 3 tickets at a special rate (760 €) for further conference delegates
• (incl. scientific programme & dinner)

 Exhibition Space

• standard exhibition booth 3 x 2 sqm, basic equipment: 1 table, 2 chairs, power supply

Conference Participation

• 1 full conference ticket (incl. dinner)

Promotion

• Logo and company profile (max. 500 characters) on the conference website with hyperlink to the company´s official website – mentioned as Gold Sponsor
• Logo presence in the event app, in the logo slider on event website, on exhibitor & sponsor banner in registration area, on slide show in breaks between sessions
• Logo on printed programme overview
• Advertising banner in the event app

Additional Tickets at a Special Rate

• Booking code for 2 tickets at a special rate (760 €) for further conference delegates (incl. scientific programme & dinner)

Exhibition Space

• standard exhibition booth 3 x 2 sqm, basic equipment: 1 table, 2 chairs, power supply

Conference Participation

• 1 full conference ticket (incl. dinner)

Promotion

• Logo and company profile (max. 500 characters) on the conference website with hyperlink to the company´s official website – mentioned as Silver Sponsor
• Logo on the conference website with hyperlink to the company´s official website – mentioned as Silver Sponsor
• Logo presence in the event app, in the logo slider on event website, on exhibitor & sponsor banner in registration area, on slide show in breaks between sessions
• Logo on printed programme overview

Additional Tickets at a Special Rate

• Booking code for 1 ticket at a special rate (760 €) for a further conference delegate (incl. scientific programme & dinner)

Oral Presentation

• Slot of 5 minutes for short presentation on the 1^st day in the lecture programme
• Bookable in conjunction with the Gold or Silver package.

Poster Prize Package   (1.200 € *)

Poster Prizes

• 3 best posters will be awarded in the closing session: 500 €, 300 €, 200 €
• The best posters will be selected by a jury or by a digital vote of all participants
• Poster award ceremony by company representative of the sponsor

Promotion

• Logo on the conference website with hyperlink to the company´s official website

*) All prices are without VAT, mixed tax.

VENUE

Konzerthaus Freiburg
Konrad-Adenauer-Platz 1
79098 Freiburg/Germany
Website: www.konzerthaus.freiburg.de

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is not included in the conference participation fee. For your accommodation, rooms are reserved in different hotels for different special rates. Please use this booking link:

Hotels for BIOTECH

For further hotels (not pre-reserved) please go to

https://visit.freiburg.de/en/plan-your-trip/accommodations-in-freiburg

Tourist Information

For further information on tourism issues, please go to

Welcome to Freiburg | Freiburg Tourism

TRAVELLING BY TRAIN

Are you planning to travel to Freiburg by train?

Benefit from the joint offer of DECHEMA and Deutsche Bahn (DB) and travel comfortably to the conference at a reduced fare starting from 55,90 EUR (2^nd class one way). Detailed information can be obtained at https://dechema.de/en/train.html.