Program

ISCT ANZ 2026 Background
PROGRAM

Program at a glance

Translational Pathway

TRANSLATIONAL PATHWAY PROGRAM

4 PLENARY & CONCURRENT SESSIONS

Explore the full clinical translational pipeline from discovery to patient access. Gain insights into the state-of-the-art from invited global key opinion leaders as they present novel research, emerging data, and transformative ideas shaping the future of cell and gene therapy.

Roundtable

ROUNDTABLE PROGRAM

25 INTERACTIVE EXPERT-LED SESSIONS

Engage in practical, workshop-style discussions tackling today’s cell and gene therapy challenges. These sessions provide a dynamic platform for interdisciplinary exchange where researchers, clinicians, regulators, and developers collaborate on real-world solutions to translation challenges.

Abstracts

650+ Presentations showcasing exciting research across cell and gene therapy translation. Oral Abstract sessions, Elevator Pitch Competition, and Poster Networking Receptions provide a platform for delegates to connect and share cutting-edge insights.

Thought Leadership

Full-day events addressing key scientific, industry, and regulatory issues with insights from pioneering researchers, clinicians, and global thought leaders driving the CGT field forward.

Laboratory Practice Essentials

Curated sessions led by seasoned laboratory experts exploring complex operational challenges, innovative technologies, and strategies that define laboratory excellence in cell and gene therapy.

Corporate Sessions

Educational sessions organized by ISCT partners exploring emerging technologies and innovations shaping the CGT industry.

Global Showcase Presentations

Engaging, fast-paced presentations from ISCT partners featuring distinctive technologies, products, and innovations driving progress in CGT.

MEET OUR ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

ISCT ANZ 2026 Scientific Organizing Committee Co-Chairs


Emily Blyth

B.Med(Hons), FRACP, FRCPA, PhD

Regional Vice-President, Australia & New Zealand

Westmead Hospital
Australia


Siok Tey

MBBS(Hons), PhD, FRACP, FRCPA

Regional Vice-President Elect,
Australia & New Zealand

QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute
Australia

Scientific Organizing Committee Members
Leon Brownrigg, BSc, GDipSc, MMedSc, GDipEd, PhD

Leon Brownrigg, BSc, GDipSc, MMedSc, GDipEd, PhD

Royal Perth Hospital
Australia

Siow Teng Chan

Siow Teng Chan

Monash Health Hudson Cell Therapies
Australia

Francisco Chung, PhD

Francisco Chung, PhD

New Zealand Blood Service
New Zealand

Alicia Didsbury, PhD

Alicia Didsbury, PhD

The University of Auckland
New Zealand

Heather Donaghy, PhD

Heather Donaghy, PhD

Therapeutic Innovation Australia
Australia

Mark Dowling, BA, BSc (Hons), PhD, MBBS, FRACP

Mark Dowling, BA, BSc (Hons), PhD, MBBS, FRACP

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and Royal Melbourne Hospital
Australia

Ngaire Elwood, AM, BSc(Hons), PhD

Ngaire Elwood, AM, BSc(Hons), PhD

Murdoch Children’s Research Institute
Australia

Dominic Fernandez, CCP, MS, MBA

Dominic Fernandez, CCP, MS, MBA

Epworth Healthcare / Murdoch Children's Research Institute
Australia

Tessa Gargett, PhD

Tessa Gargett, PhD

SA Health
Australia

Giulia Giunti, PhD

Giulia Giunti, PhD

BioOra
New Zealand

Jennifer Hollands, PhD

Jennifer Hollands, PhD

Cell Therapies Pty
Australia

Cheryl Hutchins, PhD

Cheryl Hutchins, PhD

Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital
Australia

Jessica Li, PhD

Jessica Li, PhD

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Australia

Jingjing Li, PhD

Jingjing Li, PhD

University of New South Wales
Australia

Gemma Moir-Meyer, PhD

Gemma Moir-Meyer, PhD

University of Otago
New Zealand

Robert Nordon, MBBS, PhD

Robert Nordon, MBBS, PhD

University of New South Wales
Australia

Gabrielle O'Sullivan, PhD, MPH (Hons)

Gabrielle O'Sullivan, PhD, MPH (Hons)

NSW Health, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Australia

Sharon Sagnella, PhD

Sharon Sagnella, PhD

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Australia

Ali Shokoohmand, BASc, PhD

Ali Shokoohmand, BASc, PhD

University of Queensland
Australia

Gaurav Sutrave, MBBS, PhD

Gaurav Sutrave, MBBS, PhD

Westmead Hospital
Australia

Zlatibor Velickovic, BSc (Hons), PhD

Zlatibor Velickovic, BSc (Hons), PhD

Royal Perth Hospital / University of Western Australia
Australia