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Bioforward OBN Conference 2023

September 2023

Event date: 26th September 2023

Bioforward, OBN’s ‘Roadmap for Growth’ Life Sciences event is set to take place at The King’s Centre in Oxford on Tuesday 26th September 2023.

This event is designed to provide the support, skills, know-how and industry connections required to build a commercially successful business.

HGF Partner & Patent Attorney, Dr Claire Irvine will be attending.

Bioforward 2023 will feature:

  • An Industry exhibition showcasing 50 trusted industry suppliers.
  • A series of focused and practical workshop sessions.
  • A full day of pre-scheduled, in-person 1-2-1 partnering meetings.
  • Networking opportunities, including lunch provided by Oxford’s finest food trucks and the BioForward drinks reception.

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