Cell Therapy Manufacturing: Strategy and Optimization

ABOUT THE COURSE

This one-day, in-person, expert-led training is designed for senior lab professionals, including lab managers, lab directors, process development associates, and quality control and quality assurance associates seeking to optimize their cell product manufacturing processes. The course focuses on critical areas within the cell manufacturing workflow where inconsistencies and challenges frequently occur. Participants will benefit from real-world case studies presented by leading academic and industry experts from North America and Europe.

Register Now: ISCT 2026 Dublin

Special bundle pricing for this course is available with ISCT 2026 registration.

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
  • Standardizing processes to ensure cell product quality, with emphasis on cryopreservation and thawing techniques
  • Product characterization methods for consistent and reliable results
  • Safety testing procedures to meet regulatory standards

Additionally, this course offers perspectives on regional regulatory expectations and technology adoption trends, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the global landscape.

Interactive Q&A sessions and panel discussions, led by subject matter experts, will enable participants to deepen their knowledge, explore regional and international practices, and ask targeted questions tailored to their specific needs.

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PRICE (USD)

Training Course Only ISCT Members Non-Members
Lab Technologists / Pharmacist / Nurse Practitioner / Nurse $260 $385
Students / Resident / Fellow / Postdoc $125 $245
Academia $300 $475
Industry $350 $525
Training Course + ISCT 2025 Annual Meeting ISCT Members Non-Members
If you are registered for the Full Conference, attend this course for only $90. $90

Note: If you do not see the correct rates during registration, please email us at workforcedevelopment@isctglobal.org .


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

LUNCH & LEARN SPONSORS

QIAGEN Thermofisher
In-person interactive course
1-day training
Saturday, May 9, 2026
08:00-16:45 CST

Hosted in the ISCT 2026 Annual Meeting at:

Spencer Dock, N Wall Quay,
North Wall, Dublin 1, D01 T1W6, Ireland
ACCREDITED BY:

5 CMLE Hours*

*Completing all training sessions and passing the assessment is mandatory to receive a course completion certificate. 

DESIGNED FOR:
  • Senior laboratory professionals, including technologists, lab managers, directors, process development associates and QA/QC personnel.
CONTACT US

    If you need help with registration or have questions, please contact us.

    UPON COMPLETION, YOU WILL RECEIVE:
    • Certificate of Course Completion from ISCT

    Note: Completing all training modules and passing the quizzes is mandatory to receive a course completion certificate. 

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    PLANNING COMMITTEE
    Wade Atkins
    Wade Atkins
    MS, MT (ASCP) SBB, CQA (ASQ)

    Department of Transfusion Medicine at the Clinical Center of the National Institutes of Health
    United States

    Lizette Caballero
    Lizette Caballero
    BS, MT (ASCP)

    The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson
    United States

    Diane Kadidlo
    Diane Kadidlo
    BSc, MT (ASCP) SBB

    University of Minnesota
    United States

    Emily Hopewell
    Emily Hopewell
    PhD

    Indiana University School of Medicine
    United States

    Lindsay Davies
    Lindsay Davies
    BSc (Hons), PhD, FHEA

    ISCT VP-Elect, Europe
    Qvance,
    Sweden

    Karen English
    Karen English
    PhD

    Maynooth University
    Ireland